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Tributes flow after highly respected iwi leader dies
The leader was a pivotal figure in Treaty settlements.
New Zealand fast bowler 'Billy' Stirling will be 'sorely, sorely missed'
Stirling gave countless hours to Hawke's Bay cricket.
A man for all artists: Bill Milbank remembered for his dedication to Whanganui and NZ artists
He also instigated the Tylee Cottage artist-in-residence programme in 1987.
Pragmatic or immoral? Henry Kissinger's complicated legacy
The death of Henry Kissinger has created a polarising response around the world.
Bill Milbank remembered for his brilliant eye as former Sarjeant Gallery director
"Rest in peace, dear Bill. You’ll always be with us."
'A wonderful guy': Deer farming pioneer honoured in ceremony
Sir Tim Wallis, of Wānaka, died on Tuesday evening last week following a short illness.
'He had a real heart for people': Far North community mourns loss of Dr Tom Mulholland
Dr Tom Mulholland has been remembered by the Far North community.
'Devastated': Kiwi comedian dies in Sydney
Originally from Christchurch, the beloved comedian died surrounded by family and friends.
Kiwi wood-chopping great Jason Wynyard dies after cancer battle
Jason Wynyard was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of cancer in May.
Top Kiwi architect Marshall Cook dies
'There’s not enough time to say all that needs to be said about Marsh.'
Tribute for Hawke’s Bay rugby league and netball referee Andy Cracknell
Andy Cracknell had refereed rugby league and umpired netball for more than 40 years.
The linguistic luminary of Sir Patu Hōhepa and the amazing legacy he leaves behind
The prominent te ao Māori leader leaves a legacy of strengthening te reo Māori.
The 'Dog Man of Raglan' dies, canine companion to stay local
Brian Chesham was a beloved character of the coastal Waikato town.
Zimbabwe cricket great passes away
Heath Streak has passed away after a publicised battle with cancer.
My day with Parky, the 'king of chat' who hated small talk
Telegraph: The pioneering broadcaster, who has died aged 88, didn't do 'touchy feely'.
Sinead O’Connor’s 'haunting' final song revealed
A new song from the series Outlander has been posthumously released.
The Band star Robbie Robertson dies at 80
Canadian-born Robertson was one of rock’s greatest songwriters and musicians.
How Sinéad O’Connor, dead at 56, sabotaged her own career
Her tear-stained music video brought worldwide fame. Then she destroyed it.
Friends star who kept Rachel Green in line dies
Fans will remember his epic scenes with Rachel Green.
Closing a community chapter: The colossi of Ahuriri, Pat Magill and John Harre
Saturday April 29, after sun rise, at 96, Pat willingly joined the spirit world.
Obituary: Jock Zonfrillo became 'Australia’s Hottest Chef'
Jock Zonfrillo was the tattooed bad-boy chef who won a legion of female fans on the show.
Brenda Buchanan - A much-loved friend of many
Brenda was remembered as being someone who gave her all to everything and everyone.
A camera around his neck and a trademark bowtie - well-known Dannevirke photographer dies
Former Dannevirke News photographer John Jamieson has died.
From bulldozers to bone - Whangārei artist Len Kay led a full life
Northland bone carver Len Kay remembered for his outstanding work and his family.
WWII Spitfire pilot who used the iconic plane to sink German subs dies aged 99
Max Collett was one of just two pilots to sink German midget submarines using a Spitfire.
Obituary: Michael Donoghue - a conservationist with whale-sized achievements
'A force of nature for the protection of whales'.
‘A lifelong eccentric, often kind, occasionally maddening.’
Remembering the influential and eccentric musician who committed to a bohemian lifestyle.