Veteran broadcaster Sir Paul Holmes has died peacefully at home surrounded by family, only two weeks after receiving his knighthood. He was aged 62.
A statement from the Holmes family said he died at home in Hawke's Bay surrounded by his family according to his wishes.
""More than just a broadcaster, Paul was a loving husband and father, as well as a generous friend. He loved people and people loved him."
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