H.R.H. Prince Edward, Prince of Wales, in New Zealand (Turnbull Library). Welcome haka (Turnbull Library). Prince replies to Maori loyal speech, spoken by the Hon. Sir William Herries (on steps). Left of Prince on dais: Sir Maui Pomare (Turnbull Library). 1920—PRINCE OF WALES: H.R.H. Prince Edward, Prince of Wales, who visited New Zealand in 1920, met the Maori people at Rotorua on April 27–29. The Prince visited Ohinemutu, where a welcome address was given by Rangi Te Aorere and Kiwi Amohau. The Royal party also visited Whakarewarewa, where Bella Papakura and Miriam acted as guides, and the welcome address was spoken by Mita Taupopotei. At the main celebration in Athletic Park, Sir James Carroll led the Maori welcome. The loyal address was spoken by Sir William Herries, Minister of Maori Affairs, and interpreted by Dr Maui Pomare. Guy Scholefield states that the number of Maori hosts on this occasion was 5,500, which might be slightly larger than the figure for 1901. Late Paul Thomas, wei known taiaha expert of Ngat Tuharangi (Turnbull Library). Women ready for poi dance (Turnbull Library).