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Tau Henare

Former MP (NZ First, Mauri Pacific, National) 1993-2014. Served in Northern Māori, Te Tai Tokerau, and as a National List MP.

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Updated 3 Feb 2026

Former MP (NZ First, Mauri Pacific, National) 1993-2014. Served in Northern Māori, Te Tai Tokerau, and as a National List MP.

Former Member of Parliament who served multiple terms across different political parties. MP History: • 1993-1996: Northern Māori electorate (NZ First) • 1996-1998: Te Tai Tokerau electorate (NZ First, list position 2) • 1998-1999: Changed allegiance to Mauri Pacific • 2005-2008: List MP (National, list position 29) • 2008-2011: List MP (National, list position 26) • 2011-2014: List MP (National, list position 40) Notable for his long parliamentary career spanning multiple parties and his work on Māori affairs.

Current Charity Roles

Trustee

Crown Forestry Rental Trust

Since Oct 2016

Cross-Sector Roles

Public Sector Roles(1)

  • Former Member of Parliament at New Zealand Parliament
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