Series 70 - Thesis II

Reference NumberWIN-0070SummaryCollection of Dr Maharaia Winiata's documents on Māori leadership, education, and race relations. Specifically relating to his doctoral thesis and his work with the Kiingitanga. This series contains a collection of thesis pages, handwritten and typed notes, and thematic papers exploring Māori rites, rituals, education, warfare, and leadership.Main Body

Pages from thesis - Starting at page 108 - page 192 - Separate from body of thesis, [n.d.]
Collection of papers insight to the rite, rituals, ceremonial information, and the use of different tools to either lift or place sacredness on things, [n.d.]
Papers on Orient Line - Rites Classified - Wai Taua - Tira Ora - Whangaihau, [n.d.] Pages with hand writing on numerous topics, [n.d.]
'Chief and War Hongi' - Letters p. 157, [n.d.]
'Lion Brand Air Mail - Occasion - Place - Material - Karakia - Performer - Deity' book, [check date]
'Maori Education in Olden Times' collection of papers, [n.d.]
'The Tohunga' collection of papers, [n.d.]
'Birth and Infancy - Both Best and Te Rangihiroa record that the children of commoners came into the world without much ceremony' collection of papers, [n.d.]
'Education of Chiefs - Institution - Curriculum - Sessions and Entrance - Aims and Methods - Myths and Rituals - Graduation - Building' collection of papers, [n.d.] 'Education of Chiefs - Marriage of Chiefs - Death of a Chiefs' collection of papers, [n.d.]
'Making Decisions For War' collection of papers, [n.d.]
Page from the thesis, [n.d.]
'The Maori members of parliament are personally known to the writer the persons described as bureaucratic leaders also' collection of papers, [n.d.]
'The sources of the material were documents, diaries and journals, and officials despatches by Government and missionary representatives' page ripped out from thesis, [n.d.]
'Warfare', [n.d.]
'Book II: Leadership in Post European Maori Society; Part 1: Maori Leaders In Transition (1800-1840)- Chapter 5- Initial Contacts - General Survey' Page 110, 111, 112, 113. [n.d.]
'Neither does the science concern itself with stages of development in religion from false beliefs to true ones.' p106, [n.d.]
'The Maori Way of Life at present', [n.d.]

CreatorMaharaia WiniataLevelSeriesExtentFolderSystem of ArrangementOriginal order has been kept from the 7 boxes presented by Piripi Winiata. Where large grouping of the same original folder have been spread across smaller folders the name has reflected this with roman numerals. LanguageEnglishMāori

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RoomMahi Māreikura Room

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Kaitiakitanga StatementWe ask that, in addition to normal copyright and privacy considerations, users of our heritage resources uphold the mana and dignity of the people, communities and places depicted within.StakeholdersWiniata WhānauUniversity of WaikatoWhānau, Iwi and Hapū named thereinCopyright© 2025 Winiata Whanau. All rights reserved. Reproduction or use of this collection requires written permission from the Winiata Whanau.Access ConditionsHere. Restricted until reviewed by the Winiata WhanauAcknowledgementWe extend our deepest gratitude to the Winiata Whanau for their invaluable contributions to this collection. Their dedication to preserving the legacy of Maharaia Winiata has been instrumental in making these materials accessible to researchers and the wider community. The Winiata family's commitment to sharing their rich history and cultural heritage ensures that future generations can learn from and be inspired by Maharaia Winiata's work and achievements. Thank you for your generosity and unwavering support.

Relates To

Subject (keywords)New Zealand -- EducationMāori LeadershipKiingitangaMaori King -- Māori King -- Maaori KingRangatiraNew Zealand -- Colonisation

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