In the late 1870s, Parata openly supported pacifist leader Te Whiti-o-Rongomai, providing him and his Parihaka community with financial support.

On 29 September 1906, Parata died at Waikanae from injuries sustained after falling from a horse.
In the late 1870s, Parata openly supported pacifist leader Te Whiti-o-Rongomai, providing him and his Parihaka community with financial support.
On 29 September 1906, Parata died at Waikanae from injuries sustained after falling from a horse.
Wiremu Parata