Biographies
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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 two terms 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 World War I, 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.