Biography: Ferris Sisters

Taipitopito | Details

Rā | Date1971-1975Ingoa Taitara | TitleBiography: Ferris Sisters Kaituhituhi | AuthorMarina SciasciaHilary PedersenKaihanga | CreatorPiri Te Raina FerrisHelena FerrisHanga Ā-tinana | Physical FormatpdfWhakaahuatanga | DescriptionHelena and sisters, Miriama, and Piri shared a home in the heart of Porangahau, a place deeply tied to their Māori heritage. Raised by their loving mother, Raina, and hardworking father, Labasse, their childhood was filled with the warmth of family, the values of community, and the beauty of the land. From their playful adventures in their outdoor playhouse to their father’s remarkable feats as a sheep shearer, the siblings shared a close bond and a strong sense of responsibility for one another. Join Helena and Piri as they reflect on the experiences that shaped their journey, and discover the rich history of a family rooted in love, hard work, and ancestral pride.

Tūhonotanga | Related

Kohinga | CollectionTuahine – Sisters of PorangahauTangata | PersonHelena FerrisMiriama FerrisPiri Te Raina FerrisWāhi | PlacePorangahau

Whānau | Family

Whaea | MotherRaina FerrisMatua | FatherLabasse Ferris

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