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Maori Queen dies, aged 75

Tuesday, August 15th, 2006

The Maori Queen of New Zealand has died after 40 years as leader of her people, during which time she served alongside 11 prime ministers.

Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu - commonly known as Te Ata - was the mother of seven who became the Maori Queen at the age of 35. She was the seventh Maori sovereign and filled a role that carried only ceremonial powers but commanded great respect among Maori and white New Zealanders.

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