PARATA, TAARE RAKATAUHAKE (1865-1918), the youngest son of Tame Parata (q.v.), was born at Puketeraki in 1865, educated at the Normal School in Dunedin and entered the Native Department in Wellington. After several years he resigned to commence business in Wellington. In 1908 he was elected secretary and treasurer of the Maori Association, and in 1911 he succeeded his father as member for the Southern Maori. In Parliament Parata was popular, tactful and energetic, constantly watchful of the interests of his people. He was very successful socially, and a keen bowler. He died on 6 Jan 1918.

N.Z.P.D., 9 Apr 1918.

Reference: Volume 2, page 76

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