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Tuesday 20 May 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Makea Nui Teremoana Ariki (second left) held the Makea Nui Ariki title. Due to disputes, no one has held the title since her passing in 1994. This photo was taken at the investiture of Apai Raropua Mataiapo Tutara in April 1975. From left: Rongomatane Aida Ariki, Makea Nui Teremoana Ariki, Mata Taruia, Apai Mataiapo Tekeu Framhein, Nathalie Framhein and Makea Karika Margaret Ariki. TEKEU FRAMHEIN/23021008
The traditional title of Makea Nui Ariki has remained vacant for three decades, marking one of the longest-running title disputes in Cook Islands history.
The traditional title of Makea Nui Ariki has remained vacant for three decades, marking one of the longest-running title disputes in Cook Islands history.
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