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Flagstaff War: Conflict between the British Empire and various Māori tribes near the settlement of Kororareka in the Bay of Islands, signifying the rise of Māori resistance against British colonial rule.

Wanganui Campaign: A series of military engagements as a response to the perceived breaches of the Treaty of Waitangi by the British, affecting the Wanganui region.

Wairau Affray: The first serious clash of arms between Māori and British settlers following the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, marking the beginning of Māori resistance to land acquisition.

First Taranaki War: A series of armed conflicts fought over land ownership and sovereignty between the British and various Māori iwi in Taranaki, which escalated tensions and discontent.

Invasion of the Waikato: A major campaign during the Maori Wars, where British forces aimed to defeat the Kingitanga (Māori King Movement) to control the Waikato region, resulting in significant land confiscations.

Hutt Valley Campaign: Conflicts in the lower North Island region of New Zealand as a part of the New Zealand wars, involving skirmishes and guerrilla warfare.

Battle of Rangiriri: A significant battle during the Invasion of the Waikato, with substantial casualties on both sides, significant for Māori defending their land and sovereignty.

Battle of Gate Pā: A well-known engagement in which a small force of Māori warriors defeated a much larger British force, becoming a symbol of Māori tenacity and tactical expertise.

Titokowaru’s War: A conflict led by Riwha Titokowaru, which challenged the New Zealand Government's authority and was one of the last major resistances by Māori in the 19th century.