New ZealandMember of the House of RepresentativesTe Pāti Māori until 2026 Te Tai Tokerau Party from 2026Northland · Te Tai TokerauMember of the New Zealand House of Representatives
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi
Profile
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi is a New Zealand politician currently serving as the Member of Parliament for Te Tai Tokerau. Born in Te Kao and raised in Onerahi, she spent over thirty years working in iwi health and social services, including roles as a project specialist for Te Rūnanga o Whaingaroa and chief executive of Te Rūnanga Nui o Te Aupōuri Trust. After being elected in 2023 representing Te Pāti Māori, she later became an independent MP in 2026 and announced the formation of the Te Tai Tokerau Party. Her political career has been marked by a strong focus on Māori rights, child advocacy, and community-led health initiatives.
Details
- Born
- 1960 or 1961
- Birth place
- Te Kao, New Zealand
- Career
- Project specialist for Te Rūnanga o Whaingaroa, chief executive of Te Rūnanga Nui o Te Aupōuri Trust, and professional in iwi health and social services
