The New Zealand Colonial Government prepared a grand welcome ceremony for Arthur. It took place at the same harbor, but the welcoming crowd consisted entirely of New Zealanders.
Although called New Zealanders, most of them were of British descent, just like Australians. They had been living in New Zealand for decades or even centuries, and considered the land their home.
For that reason, they did not resist being ruled by someone like Arthur, who came from the British Royal Family and shared their skin color and language.
When Arthur arrived with the Relief Committee, they immediately welcomed him.
Here in New Zealand, Arthur successfully met General Pierce Antony, the Military Commander of the New Zealand Garrison, as well as New Zealand officials who had attended Australia's National Day celebration.
Upon seeing Arthur again, these New Zealand officials were very enthusiastic and approached him one by one to pay their respects and greet him.
