For the first time in decades Waitangi won't be flooded with the usual influx of people at this time of year.
While Aotearoa is in the red light setting due to the threat of Omicron, all commemorations in Waitangi will be held online - with the usual political address, protests, korero not taking place at this time of year.
Māori News Director Māni Dunlop spoke to Corin Dann.
