She always seemed like a gentle woman who was well loved. Pity they didn't clone her before she passed away, we could do with more like her in all parts of society.
The Loose Goose
She always seemed like a gentle woman who was well loved. Pity they didn't clone her before she passed away, we could do with more like her in all parts of society.
Yes, I am pedantic about spelling and grammar so get used to it!
Forum whore
It's a very interesting history and even a superficial study will help you understand a lot more about NZ and Maori history.
This is a great place to start
http://www.nzhistory.net.nz/politics...t-introduction
I'd recommend any of the wonderful books on NZ's history. Really - why not? Most Kiwis know more about the french revolution and colonial NZ
Ducatisti
was it the maori queen who was driving around in a 300k Merc? or was that someone else in maoridom?
Viva La Figa
Forum whore
I could name several succesful Maori that could afford a flash Merc - more power to them...Originally Posted by SimJen
Forum whore
Probably someone else, but, even if she was, so what?
As others have said, she was a lovely lady who generally worked quietly in the background and inspired by example, amongst other things.
Another of Maoris leading lights who will be sorely missed.
- He felt that his whole life was some kind of dream and he sometimes wondered whose it was and whether they were enjoying it.
Ducatisti
I was just saying.....no offence intended.
From all accounts she was a great person and will be sorely missed.
Viva La Figa
Still Ridin'
Never met her but I work with a large number of people who have. All attest she was a very humble caring woman. Work is like a ghost town at the moment with nearly everyone off to pay their respects and help out at the various maraes that are working together for her Tangi.
Those watching the footage of Turangawaewae on the news this morning would have seen Lias in the crowd.
Motorbike Camping for the win!
Mad nagging bitch!
She struck me as a genteel, warm, caring and humble woman and one of those quiet, behind the scenes people who just got in and did what needed to be done. Truly a sad loss to our country.
I only hope her successor can fill her shoes..
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I was just wondering why a bunch of tribes would have a queen? :S
I'm not having a go or anything, just wondering
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Still Ridin'
From the Harold:
My understanding is that Potatau Te Wherowhero could trace his lineage back to pretty much all the different waka (canoes) owing to his rather extensive family's inter-relationship with other tribes. This made him ideal to speak for and work for all Maori, regardless of Iwi.Wiremu Tamihana, like many Maori in the 1850s became worred about growing European encroachment, and was a leading advocate of a pan-tribal movement and became prominent in Kingitanga.
He took a leading role in the election of Potatau Te Wherowhero as the first Maori King. When Te Wherowhero was confirmed as King in May 1859, Tamihana placed a Bible over his head, the start of a ritual still performed by Tamihana's descendants.
Motorbike Camping for the win!
fuckin grumpy leave me alone
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NEDWN VIII
That was Tuku feckin' Morgan............
One of Maoridom's more.............colourful characters.....
Broken Hearted old phart
She always struck me as someone who regardless of race , creed or religion who could be looked up to, who worked quietly and effectively for the betterment of people in general.
Haere Ra
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Hardcore Biker
Met her once at Waahi pa in 2001 during Mahutas tangi, nice caring classy lady - wondered who she was at the time. Didn't know it was her till saw her pic in paper lately!
L-Plate Rider
Not trying to take the pi$$ but I lived in NZ until 1998 and never knew that there was a Queen? But I did always have a problem with the white, blonde and blue eyed Maori people that would always have a go at my family (being English) at what they had done to NZ. Can't say that I could give a flying F what most people say as my friends cross all races and most of these people disliked anyone not Maori.
Good luck to all the good things this person did and if NZ children are better off today because of her I tip my hat to her.
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