Personal details
Full Name:
- Wiremu Parata
Lifetime:
- 183X–29 Sep 1906
Biography
Elected to Parliament as the member for Western Māori in 1871, Wiremu Parata, took part in several high-profile court claims over Māori land.
Read more...Events In History
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17 October 1877Chief Justice declares treaty 'worthless' and a 'simple nullity'Chief Justice Sir James Prendergast’s statements when delivering judgment in the case of Wi Parata v The Bishop of Wellington would influence decision-making on Treaty of Waitangi issues for decades. Read more...
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Main image: Wiremu Te Kakakura Parata
Portrait of Wiremu Te Kakakura Parata seated out side a raupo whare, probably at Karaka Bay, Seatoun, Wellington, circa 1890s.