Turia died in the early hours of Friday at the age of 80.

Te Pati Maori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa Packer told Te Ao Maori News she led by example.

She says Tariana taught them that they should never be shy - and they must be bold, and cross thresholds.

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13 Feb: The Children's Minister says she's disappointed unionised Maori staff at Oranga Tamariki are given special leave for cultural events

12 Feb: National's yet to decide its stance on Winston Peters' call for a referendum on Maori seats

11 Feb: 5 New Zealand music acts keeping te reo Maori alive and rocking

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