tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8114527327030897117.post361077172157810061..comments2024-03-25T14:12:40.437+13:00Comments on Tauranga Historical Society: Herries Park, The StrandBrett Paynehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07706734864792449845noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8114527327030897117.post-11121713012290762282022-04-28T23:39:11.429+12:002022-04-28T23:39:11.429+12:00He was a racist colonizer that used every means to...He was a racist colonizer that used every means to steal Maori land. 'use it or lose it' was his catchcry.<br />His 'bequest' was proceeds from his theft, therefore twas Maori money - not his - that beautified Tauranga.<br />It follows that the whole area, including that brick monstrosity (post exorcism), should be returned and dedicated to local Maori Iwi. <br /><br />Another colonial hua that FAILED at eradicating my people 😄 🤣 <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com