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Sir Terepai Maoate
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| 6th Deputy Prime Minister of the Cook Islands | |
| In office 9 August 2005 – 23 December 2009 |
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| Prime Minister | Jim Marurai |
| Queen's Representative | Frederick Tutu Goodwin |
| Preceded by | Geoffrey Henry |
| Succeeded by | Robert Wigmore |
| In office 30 January 2003 – 5 November 2003 |
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| Prime Minister | Robert Woonton |
| Representative | Frederick Tutu Goodwin |
| Preceded by | Geoffrey Henry |
| Succeeded by | Ngamau Munokoa |
| In office 1985 – 1 February 1989 |
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| Prime Minister | Tom Davis Pupuke Robati |
| Queen's Representative | Tangaroa Tangaroa |
| Preceded by | Geoffrey Henry |
| Succeeded by | Inatio Akaruru |
| 8th Prime Minister of the Cook Islands | |
| In office 18 November 1999 – 11 February 2002 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Deputy | Norman George Robert Woonton |
| Queen's Representative | Apenera Short Laurence Greig (Acting) Frederick Tutu Goodwin |
| Preceded by | Joe Williams |
| Succeeded by | Robert Woonton |
| Constituency | Ngatangiia |
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| Born | 1 September 1934 Rarotonga, Cook Islands |
| Died | 9 July 2012 (aged 77) |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
| Spouse | Lady Marito (née Mapu) |
| Children | Terepai Maoate Jnr |
Sir Terepai Tuamure Maoate was an important leader in the Cook Islands. He was the Prime Minister from 1999 to 2002. He was also a member of the Cook Islands Democratic Party. Sir Terepai was born in 1934 and passed away in 2012.
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Early Life and Education
Sir Terepai Maoate was born on September 1, 1934. His birthplace was Rarotonga, which is the largest island in the Cook Islands. He went to Ngatangiia Primary School for his early education.
He later studied medicine at two different places. First, he attended the Fiji School of Medicine. After that, he continued his studies at the University of Auckland in New Zealand. He became a medical doctor.
Career in Medicine
After finishing his medical training, Sir Terepai worked as a doctor. He helped many people with their health. In 1976, he became the Director of Clinical Services. This was a big role in the Ministry of Health. It meant he was in charge of medical services across the country.
Entering Politics
Sir Terepai Maoate began his political career in 1983. He was elected to the Cook Islands Parliament. He represented the Ngatangiia area. This happened during the general election in March 1983.
Serving as Minister
Once in Parliament, he quickly took on important roles. He became a Minister in the government. He was the Minister of Health and Agriculture. This meant he helped make decisions about healthcare and farming. From 1985 to 1989, he also served as the Deputy Prime Minister. This is a very high position in the government.
Becoming Prime Minister
In 1998, Sir Terepai became the leader of the Democratic Party. This also made him the Leader of the Opposition. The opposition party works to challenge the government.
After the 1999 election, no single party won enough seats to form a government easily. This is called a hung Parliament. After some agreements between different groups, Sir Terepai Maoate became the Prime Minister. He held this top leadership role from November 1999 to February 2002.
Changes in Leadership
In February 2002, Sir Terepai was replaced as Prime Minister. His former Deputy Prime Minister, Robert Woonton, took over the role. After this, Sir Terepai became the Leader of the Opposition again.
Later Political Roles
In early 2003, the Democratic Party came together again. Sir Terepai was then appointed to the government cabinet. He became Deputy Prime Minister once more. He replaced Cook Islands Party leader Geoffrey Henry in this role.
However, this arrangement did not last long. Sir Terepai resigned and tried to remove the government in November 2003. There were disagreements within his party. After the 2004 elections, he did not become Prime Minister. Some members of his party supported another leader, Jim Marurai.
But in 2005, there was another change in government. Sir Terepai was appointed Deputy Prime Minister for a third time. In July 2009, he also took on the extra job of Foreign Minister. This meant he helped manage the Cook Islands' relationships with other countries.
End of Political Career
In December 2009, Sir Terepai was removed from his Deputy Prime Minister role. Robert Wigmore took his place. This led to many Democratic Party members leaving the government. They stopped supporting the government.
In June 2010, Robert Wigmore also replaced Sir Terepai as the leader of the Democratic Party. In September 2010, Sir Terepai tried to be re-elected for his Ngatangiia seat but was not successful. He then ran as an independent politician, but he did not win.
Knighthood and Legacy
In 2007, Sir Terepai Maoate was given a special honor. He was made a Knight. This means he was given the title "Sir" for his important service.
Sir Terepai Maoate passed away on July 9, 2012. He was 77 years old. He is remembered for his long career in medicine and his many years of service as a political leader in the Cook Islands.
See also
In Spanish: Terepai Maoate para niños
