Efeso Collins

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Tribute and Shock: Remembering Green MP Efeso Collins

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Discover the legacy and impact of Fa'anana Efeso Collins, a passionate advocate who left a lasting impression on New Zealand politics. R.I.P. Collins 🌺

Fa'anana Efeso Collins, a Green MP in New Zealand, tragically passed away shortly after delivering his maiden speech in Parliament. His sudden death shook the nation, with Parliament coming to a standstill to honor his memory. Collins, known for his advocacy of fairness and equality, served as an Auckland Council ward councillor for two terms, representing the Manukau ward from 2016 to 2022. His colleagues and friends were devastated by the news and paid heartfelt tributes to the champion of Pacific communities.

The University of Auckland, where Collins was an alumnus, expressed shock and sadness at his untimely passing, highlighting his vision and enduring legacy. The union movement also extended their condolences to his family, recognizing Collins' significant contributions. His presence in politics brought a rare moment of unity among politicians, showcasing the impact he had on people from all walks of life.

One poignant detail was the empty chair draped in a siapo or tapa cloth and adorned with a Tokelauan lei in Parliament to remember Collins. His commitment to serving his community and advocating for social justice will be deeply missed. Collins' death at a charity event highlighted the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations to strive for a more inclusive and equitable society.

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Ia manuia lau malaga, Fa'anānā Efeso Collins (The Spinoff)

A tribute to Fa'anānā Efeso Collins from Spinoff editor Madeleine Chapman. There's this thing that happens when you are a Pacific person doing a ...

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Fa'anānā Efeso Collins: 'The giants whose shoulders I stand on' (RNZ)

Green MP Fa'anānā Efeso Collins has died less than a week after giving his maiden speech in Parliament.

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Green MP Efeso Collins dies, Parliament meets to pay tribute (New Zealand Herald)

The empty chair of Green MP Efeso Collins was draped in a siapo or tapa cloth, and his desk garlanded with a Tokelauan lei when Parliament met this ...

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On the passing of Fa'anānā Efeso Collins (OurAuckland)

He served two terms as an Auckland Council ward councillor, representing the Manukau ward from 2016 to 2022. Read Mayor Wayne Brown's statement here.

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Shock in New Zealand as Green party MP Efeso Collins dies after ... (The Guardian)

Devastated colleagues and friends pay tribute to Collins as a 'passionate advocate' and a champion of fairness and equality.

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Green Party 'absolutely devastated' after death of Efeso Collins (1 News)

Collins died after collapsing at a charity event in Auckland this morning.

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NZCTU Statement on Fa'anānā Efeso Collins (Mirage News)

The union movement is sending its love and condolences to the family of Fa'anānā Efeso Collins, said NZCTU President, Richard Wagstaff, today."We are.

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Vision and legacy of Efeso Collins will endure - The University of ... (The University of Auckland)

The University of Auckland is shocked and saddened at the sudden passing of alumnus and friend to many, Lau afioga Fa'anānā Efeso Collins.

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Efeso Collins's death: Parliament brought to standstill by a tsunami ... (RNZ)

Analysis - The death of Fa'anānā Efeso Collins has inspired politicians of all stripes to a rare moment of unity, Political Editor Jo Moir writes.

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Green MP Efeso Collins dies after collapsing at charity event (The Spinoff)

The first term MP was participating in the ChildFund Water Fun event at Britomart when emergency services were called.

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Parliament pauses out of respect for Efeso Collins (RNZ)

It's been a sad day at Parliament with news of the sudden death of Green Party MP Fa'anānā Efeso Collins in Auckland this morning, barely a week after he ...

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How Parliament will mourn Efeso Collins, and why is it different to ... (New Zealand Herald)

The tragic death of Green MP Efeso Collins on Wednesday morning will be marked in Parliament this afternoon when party leaders and other MPs are given the.

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NZ MP Fa'anānā Efeso Collins remembered as 'champion of ... (Radio Australia)

Devastated family, friends and colleagues have remembered Fa'anānā Efeso Collins as "one of the most dedicated champions of fairness and equality" after the ...

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Efeso Collins: Death of Green MP and former Auckland mayoral ... (New Zealand Herald)

He joked, he sang, he spoke about his big ideas and he answered his critics. And then Fa'anānā Efeso Collins - the dad, husband and Green Party MP seen as a ...

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Dave Letele commends off-duty officers for trying to save Efeso ... (New Zealand Herald)

Community leader Dave Letele says doctors and off-duty officers were at the scene when Fa'anānā Efeso Collins collapsed yesterday and began life-saving...

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Greens devastated after MP Efeso Collins dies during charity run (Newsroom)

Tributes flow for Green MP Efeso Collins after his shock death during a charity run in central Auckland.

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Efeso Collins remembered as voice for his people (RNZ)

Green MP Fa'anānā Efeso Collins was relentless in wanting better for his community and his mahi had a wide impact, colleagues and friends say.

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