Tariana Turia
Tariana Turia was a prominent Māori politician in New Zealand, known for her advocacy for Māori rights and social justice. As a member of the Labour Party, she served as a Minister in the government from 2002 to 2008, and was instrumental in the establishment of the Whānau Ora initiative in 2010, which aimed to improve social and health services for Māori families. Turia's leadership and vision were pivotal in recognizing the unique needs of Māori communities and ensuring that services were delivered in a culturally appropriate manner.
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Tariana Turia was a prominent figure in New Zealand politics, known for her role in founding the Māori Party and her advocacy for Māori issues.
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New Zealand· 2025-12-14
Tariana Turia was dispatched alongside Jim Bolger to work on a settlement package for Parihaka.
Remembering my friend Jim Bolger, one of our finest former leaders – Christopher FinlaysonNew Zealand· 2025-10-21
Tariana Turia is the founder of the Māori Party and is noted for her engagement with the institution of Parliament.
MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi - in the thick of Māori party troublesNew Zealand· 2025-10-07
Turia was mentioned as a former co-leader who had a significant voting record.
Te Pāti Māori MPs begin suspension for controversial haka after chaotic debateNew Zealand· 2025-06-05
Whānau Ora was created in 2010 by the National-led Government and under the leadership of the late Dame Tariana Turia.
New Whānau Ora providers announced after major contract provider shake-upNew Zealand· 2025-04-30
