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New biography The Kia Ora Lady celebrates the legacy of Dame Naida Glavish

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A new book titled The Kia Ora Lady, authored by Dale Husband, chronicles the life and activism of Kahurangi Dame Rangimārie Naida Glavish.

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Dame Naida Glavish is a foundational figure in modern Māori activism whose 1980s protest for the right to use te reo Māori in the workplace became a catalyst for national cultural shifts. Her biography provides essential context for the ongoing struggle for indigenous language rights and the formal recognition of tikanga within state institutions.

The life and enduring legacy of Kahurangi Dame Rangimārie Naida Glavish have been brought to the forefront with the release of a new biography, titled The Kia Ora Lady. Published by Potton & Burton on 3 November, the book details the journey of one of Aotearoa’s most courageous and trail-blazing Māori activists. Author Dale Husband, reporting for Waatea News, highlights Dame Naida’s role as a long-time advocate for tikanga and cultural integrity. Known widely for her stand in the 1980s that earned her the title "The Kia Ora Lady," Dame Naida has spent decades championing Māori rights and the importance of cultural identity within Aotearoa New Zealand. The publication serves as a record of her significant contributions to Māori leadership and her unwavering commitment to social change. According to Waatea News, the story captures her essence as a leader who has consistently navigated the intersection of cultural values and modern advocacy. Dame Naida’s work continues to influence a wide range of sectors, from health to te reo Māori promotion. This new literary work provides an opportunity for readers to engage with the history of Māori activism through the lens of one of its most prominent figures, ensuring that her contributions to the nation's cultural fabric are documented for future generations.
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Kahurangi
A title of high honor, often translated as Dame
Aotearoa
The Māori name for New Zealand
tikanga
Customary practices, protocols, or the correct way of doing things
te reo Māori
The Māori language
kia ora
A Māori greeting meaning hello or wishing good health
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Dame Naida Glavish | Leader and Long‑Time Advocate for Tikanga and Cultural Integrity — waateanews.com
I whakarāpopototia e te AI o Tārake i te 11 November 2026 · te tūnga arotake pono: Kua pono
Mō te arotake i te pono: Article is current (published 11 Nov 2026). Sourcing is clear regarding the book launch, author, and subject. Whakapapa was not explicitly detailed in the source so was omitted per instructions, focusing instead on her title and established public role.
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