Rarotonga came to a standstill on the morning of 20 July as hundreds of people expressed their final respects to the fallen paramount chief, Makea Vakatini Joseph Tepo Ariki.
“Although it was difficult to say goodbye to his Father, Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki was humbled and appreciative to be bestowed the honour of chief of Ngati Vakatini.”
“It has been many years since a deceased Ariki is laid to rest, then the new Ariki invested at the same time at the burial ground.”
Such an honour to capture. Meitaki, Melanie
