te aitanga-a-mahaki

Biographies

  • Kahutia, Riperata

    Riperata Kahutia became a well-known figure in the Poverty Bay region through her claims in the Native Land Court and the Poverty Bay Commission.

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  • Pere, Wiremu

    Wi Pere was a strong critic of the government's Maori land policies during his 15 years as a Member of Parliament for Eastern Maori

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  • Carroll, Hēni Materoa

    Hēni Materoa-Carroll helped to raise funds for Māori soldiers serving abroad during the First World War, mainly through the Eastern Maori Patriotic Association.

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  • Main image: Riperata Kahutia

    Te Aitanga-a-Mahaki leader Riperata Kahutia, who fought to protect and consolidate the lands of her people.