Apirana Ngata
Politician

Apirana Ngata Net Worth

Apirana Ngata was a prominent Māori politician in New Zealand in the early 20th century. He was born on July 3, 1874 and was the first Māori to serve in the Parliament of New Zealand, holding office from 1928 to 1934 as Minister of Māori Affairs. He was a key figure in the advancement of Māori rights and culture, and his legacy continues to be remembered today.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day July 3, 1874
Birth Place New Zealand
Age 145 YEARS OLD
Died On Jul 14, 1950 (age 76)
Birth Sign Cancer

💰 Net worth: $100K - $1M

About

Remembered as the first member of the indigenous Māori group to serve in the Parliament of New Zealand, this early twentieth-century Politician held office from 1928 until 1934 as Minister of Māori Affairs.

Before Fame

After earning a degree in politics from Canterbury University College, he went on to receive a law degree from the University of Auckland.

Trivia

He published a Māori traditional song collection titled Nga Moteatea.

Family Life

Following the death of his fiancee, Te Rina Tamati, he married his deceased love's younger sister, Arihia Kane Tamati. The union resulted in five sons and six daughters.

Associated With

He and fellow New Zealand Politician Ralph Hanan both held office as Minister of Māori Affairs.

Some Apirana Ngata images

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