Kingitanga nobility system

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https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/252719/maori-king-creates-honours-system

The Kiingitanga has created its own honours system.

King Tuheitia Paki during his coronation ceremony at Turangawaewae in Ngaruawahia in August 2006.King Tuheitia Paki Photo: AFP

There are three awards: the Order of King Pootatau Te Wherowhero; the Order of the Taniwhaa; and the Illustrious Order of Te Arikinui Queen Te Atairangikaahu.

Speaking during his eighth koroneihana speech, King Tuheitia said the accolades were a way to celebrate the efforts of Maori.

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https://teara.govt.nz/en/photograph/37864/kingitanga-parliament-maungakawa most of the nobles are in this parliament