Mariameno Kapa-Kingi seeks reinstatement to Te Pāti Māori, claiming her expulsion violated rules and lacked transparency.

Mariameno Kapa-Kingi is seeking reinstatement to Te Pāti Māori after a High Court hearing in Wellington on February 1, 2026, arguing her expulsion violated party rules and tikanga. She claims she was not properly notified and that the process lacked transparency, while her lawyers revealed co-leaders also faced projected budget overspending, challenging allegations of financial misconduct. Justice Paul Radich had previously raised serious concerns about the expulsion’s legality. The court’s decision could shape the party’s leadership and unity as it moves into 2026.