Matiu Rata
Matiu Rata was a notable New Zealand politician and Māori leader who served as a Member of Parliament in the 1970s and 1980s. He was known for his strong advocacy for Māori rights and played a significant role in the Māori land and treaty settlements process. Rata's contributions have left a lasting impact on New Zealand's approach to indigenous issues and the Treaty of Waitangi.
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Recent news mentions
Matiu Rata was the MP whom Tāme Iti sought to see during his protest.
Tāme Iti reflects on art, activism and regret in his new biography, Mana
New Zealand· 2025-10-31
Matiu Rata passed a bill in 1975 that wrote the Treaty of Waitangi into legislation for the first time.
Fifty years on, New Zealand’s tribunal upholding Māori rights faces a turning point | New Zealand
United Kingdom· 2025-04-17
Shipley urged the committee to think of political leaders, including Matiu Rata, who had the courage to say in the context of the treaty, the loss of the language, is indefensible.
Treaty Principles Bill: Ex-PM Dame Jenny Shipley, haka in committee room and call for referendumNew Zealand· 2025-02-19
