Kia ora, this article was an awesome read. For those who know Uncle Wharehuia, you will find his narrative of his whakapapa, iwi and Tuhoetanga as providing meaning and insight into a Tuhoe worldview. I appreciated the reminder of one's upbringing in a rural community, the observances and nuances of one's culture , the love of land and language, and the strength of family/whanau on one's character. Tino rawe tenei korero. Na Taima
Indicators of Tribal Identity in Aotearoa/New Zealand by Wharehuia Milroy
Abstract
This article offers a penetrating analysis of issues surrounding tribal identity. Themes of language, leadership, guardianship, tradition, whanau, whakapapa, and a sense of those things that combine to give, in this case, Tuhoe, its identity, are considered.Full Text: PDF
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