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Te Kooti's war

Te Kooti Arikirangi Te Tūrukiwas one of the most significant Māori leaders of the 19th century. For nearly four years he waged a guerrilla war unlike any previous conflict in the New Zealand Wars. His influence continues to be felt in eastern Bay of Plenty and East Coast, where his Ringatū faith remains strong. Read the full article

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An attack by a combined Ngāti Porou-government force saw Te Kooti retreat inland to the ancient hilltop pā of

A view of Ngātapa from the east showing Te Kooti's hilltop pā.