Interview with Raharuhi Brown: Part of Nga Huhua Korero O Nga Tangata Kore-mahi oral history project

Raharuhi Brown talks about his involvement with his marae and community organisations. Discusses the meaning of the Treaty, inconsistencies between the texts, the importance of retention of the Maori language and the Maori Language Act. Talks about Maori fishing rights, Ngati-Porou land rights, raupatu and land taken unfairly, land tenure and land use in the traditional and contemporary context. Defines the concept of tino rangatiratanga in relation to land tenure and relates aspects of health to this concept. Discusses concept of turangawaewae and problems of living within the system. Discusses the education system, Maori language in schools, need for Treaty to be taught in schools to improve race relations, importance of kohanga reo, and problems maintaining local kohanga, bilingual education at secondary school level and local limitations to its success. Mentions the role and responsibilities of crown agents and gives his views on the part Maori play in decision making. Raises issue of Maori leadership in relation to illiteracy, with reference to finding leadership models. Gives example of Apirana Ngata. Talks about concept of Maoritanga in relation to urbanisation and legislation.

Access Contact - see oral history librarian

Venue - Ruatoria

Interviewer(s) - Ngawini P Keelan

Venue - Whakapaurangi Road, Ruatoria, East Coast

Arrangement: Tape numbers - OHC-002144

Quantity: 1 C60 cassette(s). 1 printed abstract(s). 1 Hours Duration.

Finding Aids: Abstract Available - abstracting complete AB-0349.