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Hori Ngatai

 


Right next to a motorway in the central city is the Tauranga Mission Cemetery aka Otamataha Pa which is known as the Military Cemetery. There are monuments to the Naval Brigade, the 43rd Monmouth Regiment and a mass Maori grave. This particular monument is for a man named Hori Ngatai who was a chief of the Ngaiterangi Tribe and was part of the battles of Gate Pa during the New Zealand wars.

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roentare said…
That cemetery carries a profound weight of history, honoring both colonial and Māori stories woven into the legacy of the New Zealand Wars
28 September 2025 at 10:36
Tom said…
...I like the iron fence!
28 September 2025 at 11:43
Fun60 said…
An impressive monument.
28 September 2025 at 19:42
Jan K. alias Afanja said…
Interesting place, where many stories from the past come together.
28 September 2025 at 20:34
s.c said…
A place where you pause for a moment.
28 September 2025 at 23:38
Sharon said…
It looks like a lovely, peaceful place.
29 September 2025 at 03:06
DB Stewart said…
I'd love to learn more about colonial and Māori history.
29 September 2025 at 07:08
Bill said…
A peaceful looking place.
29 September 2025 at 07:53
Alana said…
I read up briefly on the New Zealand wars. One of many tragedies throughout history. This monument carries the weight of great suffering.
29 September 2025 at 12:36
Iris Flavia said…
I go with Bill, nice place to rest (forever)...
30 September 2025 at 01:44
Tigger's Mum said…
Society went grand with its monuments in the past didn't it!
30 September 2025 at 13:46
EricaSta said…
Yes, it's necessary for rememberings. A sad place but important.
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2 October 2025 at 05:11
Lisa said…
It looks like a very nice place to stop and rest and contemplate.
3 October 2025 at 16:24
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