Marama Martin was one of the first Maori broadcasters.

Marama Martin, who was the first person to appear on colour television in New Zealand, has died.

Originally from New Plymouth, Martin started working for the then NZBC in 1965 and was seen in colour in 1973. She wore a mauve dress for the occasion, one which she had made herself.

Martin was also the last person to appear on the NZBC before it was split into two channels in 1975. She was one of the first Maori broadcasters.

After retiring from broadcasting in 1978, Martin went back to working as a teacher, according to NZ On Screen.

Martin died peacefully on Monday 10 July in a rest home in Stoke, Nelson, her death notice said. A family service has been held.