An emotional remembrance service in honour of Jonah Lomu was held at the rugby legends former school of Wesley College near Pukekohe. To mark the one year since his passing a flagpole was gifted to the school, by the colleges' old students to ensure his memory lives on.
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Rugby legend Jonah Lomu remembered one year on
Today marks one year since the passing of New Zealand rugby legend Jonah Lomu. Lomu, who passed away aged 40, brought the world to a stop when the news broke of his passing on November 18.
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Trust launched to support Jonah Lomu's children
Nearly one month after the death of global rugby legend Jonah Lomu, the New Zealand Rugby Players Association (NZRPA) has established the Jonah Lomu Legacy Trust to support his two boys.
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Legend Jonah Lomu laid to rest in Manukau
The final service for rugby superstar Jonah Lomu was held today in South Auckland, and attended by approximately 100 of his nearest and dearest.
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Ngāti Whātua o Ōrākei honour Lomu in public ceremony
Ngāti Whātua o Ōrākei led the public memorial ceremony as mana whenua for Te Anawai, or Eden Park, which was attended by over 5000 people.
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Emotional public farewell for Jonah Lomu at Eden Park
More than 5000 people came together at Eden Park today to attend the public memorial ceremony for Jonah Lomu who passed away 12 days ago. Today gave the public the opportunity to farewell the legend.
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Cultures of the Pacific celebrate Lomu
South Auckland has gathered to remember and celebrate the life of All Black great Jonah Lomu. In a blend of cultural protocols, Māori and Pacific communities played various roles to help uplift the family in the time of grief.
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PM releases public memorial details for rugby legend- Jonah Lomu
The Prime Minister's office has just released a statement outlining details of the public memorial for Jonah Lomu.
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Prime Minister announces Jonah Lomu public memorial details
Prime Minister John Key has just announced details of the public memorial for Jonah Lomu. A public service will be held on Monday 30 November from 1pm to 3pm at Eden Park in Auckland.
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'Lomu uncorked a bottle of Tongan aspiration' says community leader
The South Auckland Pacific community reflect on Jonah Lomus contribution to their community.