Dame Tariana Turia
Dame Tariana Turia is a prominent New Zealand politician and one of the founders of the Māori Party. Known for her advocacy of Māori rights and health issues, she served as a Member of Parliament from 2002 to 2014, where she was noted for her commitment to improving the socio-economic conditions of Māori communities. Turia has played a significant role in promoting Māori culture and language within New Zealand's political landscape and has been a strong voice for social justice.
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Recent news mentions
When Dame Tariana Turia was the only serious candidate in Te Tai Hauauru in 2004, turnout was still higher than last weekend.
Labour’s Tāmaki Makaurau byelection debacle demands ruling out Te Pāti Māori – Matthew Hooton
New Zealand· 2025-09-12
The original Māori Party’s founders, Dame Tariana Turia and Sir Pita Sharples, probably wouldn’t have disagreed with TPM co-leaders.
Te Pāti Māori should leave Parliament voluntarily – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-05-15
