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Interesting move. Queen rents Olympic venue to Russians - Telegraph

This is an interesting development. The article mentions that the Chinese and Japanese ambassadors were granted audiences with the King. Maori king to share vision for culture, community | The United Press When I find my book I will post a picture of this visit. Ocala Star-Banner - Google...

The need for removal has arisen due to the major renovations required. Once it is disturbed it needs to be removed and can be expensive and arduous...a fact that could possibly explain the rather extended project timeframe.

FYI - Asbestos is really only a concern when it is disturbed. The fine fibers are dangerous when breathed in. If it's not disturbed then it doesn't cause issues. Of course, the ideal situation is to remove it altogether due to the threat of it being accidentally disturbed.

Anyone with half a brain would have been able uncover the lies that Joel told. The Kaahui Ariki or close family members of the Maori King are few in number. If you're not one of his siblings or their children then you are not part of the establishment. There is enough information on the web to...

One is glad to be of service Kasumi. Thank you so much for your contributions. Once the current renovations on the King's residence are completed I hope to be able to take some photos personally and post them here. I agree, the late Maori Queen was and is a continuing inspiration for us as a...

Kiingi Tuheita and his wife Te Atawhai visit Lady Susan Satyanand; The Governor-General, Rt Hon Sir Anand Satyanand at Government House in Wellington. http://gg.govt.nz/sites/all/files/styles/large/public/images/Maori%20King%20visit%20009.jpg...

Aha...here is a list of the vestments and insignia of the Order of St John. Venerable Order of Saint John - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

I am quite certain that Kiingi Tuheitia was awarded the Grand Cross of the Order of the Crown of Tonga. Can anyone think what letters Kiingi Tuheitia might have after his name? Te Arikinui Kiingi Tuheitia GCOCT, KCLJ, OStJ. Incidentally he would be entitled to prefix his name with Chevalier...

In 2008 he as admitted as an officer of the Order of St John. I cannot find any pictures. News In 2010 Kiingi Tuheitia was awarded Knight Commander of Order of St Lazarus. http://stlazarus.org.nz/media/yearbook_2010-11.pdf Scroll down through the entire publication for some excellent shots of...

I think Kiingi Tuheitia is wearing the The Order of the Crown of Tonga, Grand Cross or second class which he was granted at the Coronation of HM King Siaosi V in 2008. tongders I do not recognise the riband worn by his oldest son Whatumoana.

Intelligentsiya: Adi Koila Nailatikau joins younger sibling Roko Ului Mara at Tongan Queen Mother Birthday Celebrations

I have a DVD from the commemorative concert held in front of Mahinarangi where multiple tribes and cultural groups performed for the Queen and presented gifts. The clip from Prince Charles is featured and is quite touching and personal. I will see if I can link it somehow.

Yes, HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh both visited Mahinarangi in that landmark visit in 1953 when they called on Kiingi Koroki while on the Coronation Tour. This is the late Maori Queen Te Arikinui Te Atairangikaahu leading HM the Queen and HRH on the path leading to...

They are standing in Mahinarangi, part of a complex of buildings that make up his official residence at Turangawaewae Marae in Ngaruawahia near Hamilton New Zealand. Mahinarangi is used as a reception room to receive official guests as seen here with the All Blacks during the Rugby World Cup...

Funeral of the Maori King's father Together again - news - waikato-times | Stuff.co.nz Revered Kingitanga elder reunited with Dame Te Ata Whatumoana Paki laid to rest Senior Maori leaders, politicians and Pacific representatives gathered with hundreds of other mourners at Waahi...

EXTENDED VIDEO: All Blacks welcomed at Turangawaewae Marae during RWC 2011 - 3 Sport - Video - 3 News The New Zealand All Blacks on the sacred courtyard of the Maori King in front of his reception hall Mahinarangi. The All Blacks visit Turangawaewae Marae - YouTube

Maori King's father dies - National - NZ Herald News 22 September 2011 King Tuheitia's father Whatumoana Paki has died early this morning. It is understood that he had been ill for some time. However at his son's coronation celebrations last month he checked himself out of hospital to be with...

The greedy missionaries disposed of the monarchy...it is no major stretch to imagine that they desired to dispose of valuable treasures.

This may not be earth shattering, however the Maori (indigenous people of New Zealand) King's eldest son Whatumoana is openly gay, even to the point of bringing with him in his official entourage his boyfriend and their gay friends when representing his father at major events. This will cause...

Kasumi...you are a wealth of information, I am most impressed on your interest in the Pacific royal families.

Wonderful makeup for a equally wonderfully beautiful princess...or at least future princess...of course this will change very soon.

The traditional wedding ceremony of HRH Princess Pilolevu to Capt. M. Tuita (now Lord). HRH is the sister of the current King of Tonga. Tonga Postcards 2 Sorry I am in the process of trying to find more photos of Tongan Royal weddings. I will post as they come to hand.

The Maori king wore a fine cloak which belonged to his mother and I believe belonged to the 2nd Maori King Tawhiao. Also, during his coronation he sat on a carved throne which was originally made for the 3rd Maori King Mahuta. The woven panel seen at the top here, is the same panel seen at...

The Kingdom of Tonga also has royal orders. tongders