Former Taupō mayor David Trewavas dies aged 63

Tuesday 28 July 2026 · 5 outlets · 4 reports · updated Tue 28 Jul, 12:56pm

In this story Taupō District Council, David Trewavas, John Funnell

Former Taupō mayor David Trewavas has died suddenly at the age of 63. He served the Taupō District Council for 24 years, including four terms as mayor. Mayor John Funnell acknowledged his passing during a council meeting on Tuesday.

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1. Waikato TimesTue 28 Jul, 11:35am

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2. StuffTue 28 Jul, 12:08pm

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3. 1NewsTue 28 Jul, 12:51pm

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4. NZ HeraldTue 28 Jul, 12:56pm

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