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Kylie Wihapi's sudden death
Porirua Deputy Mayor Kylie Wihapi dies at 45 after weekend fall.
In brief
Porirua Deputy Mayor Kylie Wihapi dies at 45 after weekend fall. Porirua Deputy Mayor Kylie Wihapi died at 45 following a home fall on Saturday, with her tangihanga starting this week. Originally reported by RNZ.
Kylie Wihapi's death
Porirua Deputy Mayor Kylie Wihapi died at 45 after a fall at her home on Saturday morning.
Funeral arrangements
Her tangihanga begins this week with services at Horouta Marae in Papakōwhai and Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua.
Mayor's tribute
Mayor Anita Baker called Wihapi a friend, trusted colleague, and advisor who gave generously without recognition.
The key point
Porirua Deputy Mayor Kylie Wihapi died at 45 following a home fall on Saturday, with her tangihanga starting this week.
