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Lady Kuia Morrison passes away, aged 84

Lady Rangiwhata (Kuia) Morrison (nee Manahi) has died. She was 84.

The wife of the late Sir Howard Morrison, Lady Kuia passed away on Saturday as a result of dementia.

An avid runner and walker, Lady Kuia completed 14 marathons, including celebrating her 72nd birthday by walking the New York Marathon. She was also a squash and golf enthusiast.

Her tangi will be held at Te Papaīōuru marae at Ohinemutu in Rotorua.

Kelvin McDonald
Kelvin McDonald

Kelvin McDonald has been part of our Whakaata Māori newsroom since 2007. Formerly a researcher for Native Affairs, Kelvin has since moved across to our Online News Team where his new role as Digital Video Editor utilises his years of experience and skills in research, editing and reporting.