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Contested Ground: Turuturu-Mokai Pa, Hawera, Taranaki, New Zealand
Kelvin Day1
ABSTRACT
This paper documents the changing symbolism of Turuturu-mokai pa, Hawera, Taranaki. This can be divided into three phases: firstly, its construction, subsequent conquering and abandonment; secondly, its gazetting as a Scenic Reserve, followed by a campaign for its 'restoration' and associated community pride; and finally, its return to iwi as part of the Ngati Ruanui Settlement process. From the 1930s through until the late 1950s, Turuturu-mokai was the focus of unprecedented community attention, largely driven by the Pakeha" community, and was a regular destination for visiting dignitaries. As such, the Pakeha community embraced the site as their own.
Keywords: PA, NGATI RUANUI, NGATI TUPAEA, NGATI RAKEI, TARANAKI, HAWERA.
1 P.O. Box 315, New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand. Email: kelvinmd@nettel.net.nz
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