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Tribute from Helen Clark to the late Parekura Horomia
29 April 2013
MEDIA STATEMENT
Tribute from Helen Clark to the
late Parekura Horomia
It is with very great sadness that I have learned that Hon Parekura Horomia has passed away today.
Parekura was a greatly valued Minister in my Government. I relied on him enormously for his knowledge of Māoridom and Māoritanga. Parekura was infallibly a source of good advice and insights. He prioritised Māori economic, social, and cultural development, and was enormously and justifiably proud of the achievements during his time as Minister of Māori Affairs.
Parekura was one of the kindest people I have ever known. He put himself at the service of his people and New Zealand. He worked tirelessly as a Minister and as a Member of Parliament for one of New Zealand’s largest electorates.
For me Parekura was a very good friend
and colleague. He will be greatly missed by me. My heart
goes out to Parekura’s whanau and community at this sad
time.
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