HENARE, TAU (1878-1940) was born at Bay of Islands. A direct descendant of Kawiti (q.v.), he was of the powerful Ngapuhi hapu Ngati Hine. He had no schooling, but at an early age took an intelligent part in Maori affairs and sports. Elected to Parliament in 1914 to represent the Northern Maori, he sat till 1938 (when he was defeated by P. Paikea). His adherence to the Reform party in 1915 assured its retention of office. Henare was a member of the Waitangi Trust board and was prominent in the consolidation of native lands for the benefit of his people. He himself farmed at Motatau. He married Katrine (d. 1918), daughter of the Rev. Parata Awanui. Henare died on 12 Jan 1940.

Who's Who N.Z., 1924, 1932; N.Z. Herald, 13 Jan 1940 (p)

Reference: Volume 2, page 274

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