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Taunatapu Roach A great lady of the Taranaki tribes and one of the most knowledgeable historians of the West Coast, Mrs Taunatapu Annie Roach died at New Plymouth on 17 January, aged 72, and was buried at Opunake. With her husband, the late William Puri Roach, Mrs Roach gave an example of pride of race, skill in ancient crafts and a firm belief in the value of education and a completely integrated community. Their family of six daughters and five sons have accepted and used to the full the educational opportunities available, being trained as nurses, school teachers, farmers and businessmen.

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Te Ao Hou, March 1968, Page 2

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Taunatapu Roach Te Ao Hou, March 1968, Page 2

Taunatapu Roach Te Ao Hou, March 1968, Page 2