Immigration to New Zealand 1825 - 1900

By henry_hollis

  • New Zealand Association

  • NZ Company arrives

    The New Zealand initially has no plan and initially arrives in (What will become) Nelson but decides the area is too small. They move onto Whanganui-A-Tara or what was to be Brittania. Later it's name is changed to Wellington to gain favour with the Great Soldier/Stateman.

  • Treaty is signed in Waitangi.

    In an effort to take the initiative away from Wakefield, Hobson signs the agreement which is then sent around the Country. There is concern that Wakefield might declare a separate state. The arrival of thousands of settlers is also expected to create issues. that will drag Britain into New Zealand anyway.

  • Gold

  • Vogel Scheme