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An Ariki of the 21st Century

Saturday 27 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Culture

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An Ariki of the 21st Century
At Takitumu Marae in Auckland, Pa Tepaeru Upokotini Taiteariki Marie Ariki is carried on the pa'ata for the 30th anniversary of her coronation. LISA WILLIAMS 20062631

Pa Tepaeru Upokotini Taiteariki Marie Ariki tells how her time as paramount chief of Vaka Takitumu has had its fair share of ups and downs.

Pa Tepaeru Upokotini Taiteariki Marie Ariki tells how her time as paramount chief of Vaka Takitumu has had its fair share of ups and downs.


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