Napier family mourns 11-year-old boy who died from flu complications

StuffNZ HeraldThursday 26 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Mateo Deveraturda died at Starship Hospital after a two-week struggle following what was initially thought to be a routine flu. His family is returning to Napier to mourn his loss and has thanked the public for their support and prayers.

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First reported by Stuff, Thu 26 Jun 2025, 8:41am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 6 hours
  1. StuffStuff

    Family’s message after ‘routine flu’ leads to death of 11-year-old Mateo Deveraturda (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Family returning to Napier to mourn loss of 11-year-old Mateo (opens in new tab)