Pākehā Tapu Day
This historical story is based on a true story. In 1828, English artist Augustus Earle was living in Kororāreka under the protection of the rangatira Uruti Te Whareumu, who was also known as King George. Te Whareumu had good relationships with European traders and missionaries and welcomed all Pākehā to live on his beach.
About this resource
Series: School Journal Level 4 June 2023
Reading year level: 8
Topics: 1820s, Augustus Earle, history, Kororāreka, rangatira, relationships, siblings, tapu, te ao Māori, tikanga, Uruti Te Whareumu
Pākehā Tapu Day
Words by J. Wiremu Kane
Illustrations by Andrew Burdan