Hine-I-Paketia (fl. 1850–1870)

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Hine-I-Paketia (fl. 1850–1870)

New Zealand tribal leader. Born Hine-i-paketia, fl. 1850–1870, in Heretaunga (Hawke's Bay),New Zealand; dau. of Hihipa-ki-te-rangi and his wife, Te Huhuti.

Descended from several groups, claimed ownership of vast lands, which she later sold to the Crown despite much controversy.

See also Dictionary of New Zealand Biography (Vol. 1).

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