Ngāti Tūwharetoa paramount chief Sir Tumu Te Heuheu dies aged 84

Sunday 28 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sun 28 Sep 2025, 2:15pm

In this story NZME, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Taranaki Iwi, Sir Tumu Te Heuheu

Hundreds of people have gathered in Waihī near Tūrangi to mourn Sir Tumu Te Heuheu Tūkino VIII. The Ngāti Tūwharetoa paramount chief passed away on Tuesday. He is remembered for his dedication to his people and the environment.

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1. RNZSun 28 Sep 2025, 8:55am

   Sir Tumu Te Heuheu remembered as composed and dedicated champion of his people (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldSun 28 Sep 2025, 2:15pm

   Sir Tumu Te Heuheu remembered as Ngāti Tūwharetoa leader laid to rest, hundreds gather in Waihī (opens in new tab)