Nikora Te Tuhi
Te Hirata
Born [date unknown] in New Zealand
Son of Undefined Te Hirata Te Tira
and Undefined Maria Kuta
Brother of
Ramariki Nikora Te Hirata and Tama Te Tuhi Te Hirata
[spouse(s) unknown]
[children unknown]
Died
in Waingongongo, Lake Rotomakariri, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Profile last modified
| Created 25 Aug 2016
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Biography
Nikora Te Tuhi was one of those who died in the tragic eruption of Mt Tarawera, in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, 10th June 1886. The eruption caused massive destruction, destroying several villages and a tourist hotel. The famous silica hot springs, the Pink and White Terraces were destroyed. About 120 people died, buried in ash and debris. Nearly all were Maori.
Research Notes
- Because this person is only known by one name - When creating this profile {NZMNames Type 2} was used on the entry - see New Zealand Maori Naming Conventions for details.
- Note that Maori were not required to register births, deaths or marriages until 1913 when a measure for the Separate Registration of Māori Births and Deaths was introduced N.Z.Govt. BDM Historical Records Timeline
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