Harata Ria Te Uira Solomon


Harata Ria Te Uira Solomon was a notable New Zealand teacher, entertainer, community leader and Mormon leader. Of Māori descent, she identified with the Ngati Raukawa, Ngati Toa and Te Ati Awa iwi. She was born in Ōtaki, Horowhenua, New Zealand in 1925. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was a local leader in the Relief Society.
In the 1990 New Year Honours Solomon was appointed a Companion of the Queen's Service Order for community service.