Ngoingoi Pewhairangi

Download or read book Ngoingoi Pēwhairangi written by Tania M. Ka'ai and published by Huia Publishers. This book was released on 2019-03-31 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ngoingoi Pēwhairangi was a highly respected leader from Te Whānau-a-Ruataupare at Tokomaru Bay who was passionate about the revitalisation and flourishing of the Māori world. She actively introduced initiatives in education, language and the arts and was a Māori leader of note, receiving a QSM for her services to Māori. She is also widely remembered for her beautiful song compositions, which are performed today. This biography describes her considerable achievements across many areas, her work for others, her humility and perseverance, and it brings her to life through stories from her peers, former students and family.