John Tamihere
John Tamihere is a prominent Māori leader and the chief executive of both Waipareira and the Whānau Ora Commissioning Agency, who faced scrutiny in the inquiry over potential conflicts of interest related to data sharing with government agencies.
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John Tamihere's daughter Kiri challenged another MP's son during a public dispute.
Labour cosying up to the Greens makes them look desperate – Heather du Plessis-Allan
New Zealand· 2026-02-08
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi is seeking to invalidate John Tamihere’s election as party president.
‘A different vibe’: How Waitangi has changed amid election heat – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2026-02-06
John Tamihere is the party president and the father of Kiri Tamihere-Waititi.
Te Pāti Māori tension at Waitangi leaves chances of reconciliation in ruin – Adam PearseNew Zealand· 2026-02-05
The animosity between Kapa-Kingi and party president John Tamihere is noted.
What to expect from Waitangi 2026 without the Treaty Principles Bill – Adam PearseNew Zealand· 2026-02-01
John Tamihere, the party president, declined an interview for the story.
Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke tops list of favoured candidates to lead Te Pāti Māori in new pollNew Zealand· 2025-12-19
John Tamihere is mentioned in relation to a bonus paid to him for settling a campaign loan.
The three most improved MPs of 2025; zingers from Parliament’s Christmas roast – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
John Tamihere is involved in a controversy regarding campaign loans and a bonus payment from Waipareira.
Waipareira paid bonus to allow John Tamihere to settle campaign loanNew Zealand· 2025-12-17
John Tamihere was awarded for his efforts to lead the Māori Party amidst internal strife.
Danyl McLauchlan’s annual awards for political bravery & buffoonery, from Schrödinger’s Legislation Prize to the Boo Radley AwardNew Zealand· 2025-12-14
John Tamihere is the president of Te Pāti Māori, against whom Kapa-Kingi launched legal action regarding her expulsion.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says ‘abject failure at top’ over Jevon McSkimming scandalNew Zealand· 2025-12-07
Te Pāti Māori president John Tamihere appeared to have emailed Kapa-Kingi regarding urgent financial issues.
Expelled Te Pāti Māori MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi claims spending was under budget amid overspend allegationsNew Zealand· 2025-11-24
Tamihere is the party president who has been involved in the expulsion of Kapa-Kingi and Ferris.
Voices of the rebels: How Te Pāti Māori outcasts Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris claim mediation turned sourNew Zealand· 2025-11-24
Party president John Tamihere is mentioned in the context of the split within Te Pāti Māori.
Plain-talking IPCA report sets standard for other inquiries – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Willie Jackson is close friends with Te Pāti Māori President John Tamihere.
Labour expresses no concern if Te Pāti Māori destroyed at 2026 election, Willie Jackson says party will try to ‘take them out’New Zealand· 2025-11-10
John Tamihere has been in open dispute with Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi for nearly two months.
Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi react after expulsion from Te Pāti MāoriNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Eru Kapa-Kingi criticized John Tamihere for his leadership style and the toxic environment in the party.
Former Te Pāti Māori staffer Eru Kapa-Kingi doubles down on leadership shortcomingsNew Zealand· 2025-11-07
John Tamihere is urged to resign as president by the Te Pāti Māori electorate branch.
Te Pāti Māori electorate branch launches petition urging president John Tamihere to resignNew Zealand· 2025-11-02
John Tamihere is present at the funeral for Jim Bolger.
Former PM Jim Bolger farewelled in official funeralNew Zealand· 2025-10-22
John Tamihere, the party’s president, questioned Ferris’ framing of his argument but backed the substance.
Te Pāti Māori internal chaos: How the party has collapsed into controversy and infightingNew Zealand· 2025-10-14
John Tamihere has been contacted for comment regarding the allegations.
Te Pāti Māori email to members alleges Eru Kapa-Kingi threatened Parliament staff at protestNew Zealand· 2025-10-14Party President John Tamihere appears to have emailed Mariameno regarding the urgent requirement to resolve significant financial over expenditure.
Te Pāti Māori’s Mariameno Kapa-Kingi allegedly warned of $133k office overspend, urged to take action so staff paid - party emails claims about MP and her son to membersNew Zealand· 2025-10-13
John Tamihere is a former Labour cabinet minister and current president of the Māori Party.
MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi - in the thick of Māori party troublesNew Zealand· 2025-10-07
John Tamihere publicly supported Tākuta Ferris for a controversial social media post.
Duncan Garner: Is Chris Bishop our next prime minister?New Zealand· 2025-09-20
President John Tamihere backed the substance of Ferris’ comments.
Labour MP Shanan Halbert accuses Te Pāti Māori of starting to create ‘exclusive bunch of Māori’New Zealand· 2025-09-16
Te Pāti Māori president John Tamihere was also at the markets supporting Kaipara and the team.
Tāmaki Makaurau candidates Henare, Kaipara push for votes at flea marketsNew Zealand· 2025-08-31
Tamihere is known for his controversial political rhetoric and comparisons to Nazis.
Inflammatory political rhetoric leads us down a dark path - EditorialNew Zealand· 2025-08-29
Speaking to the Herald, Te Pāti Māori president John Tamihere endorsed Kaipara as an 'extraordinary talent'.
Tāmaki Makaurau byelection: Labour set to choose candidate, Peeni Henare emerging as favouriteNew Zealand· 2025-07-11
John Tamihere was involved in a political donation controversy related to Waipareira's funding of Te Pāti Māori's campaign.
Waipareira Trust goes to court to block charity deregistrationNew Zealand· 2025-07-10
John Tamihere, Waititi’s father-in-law and president of Te Pāti Māori, is also chief executive of the previous Whānau Ora commissioning agency.
Chris Hipkins gets the pip over ram raids; Tamatha Paul takes the bait on law and order – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-07-04
In a statement, Tamihere said he “cajoled” Kemp to stand for the party because of her outstanding leadership skills during the pandemic period.
Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp fought for Māori ‘until the final hours’ - John TamihereNew Zealand· 2025-06-26
John Tamihere is a former Labour MP and now Te Pāti Māori president.
Parliament in shock over unexpected death of MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-06-26
