MACPHERSON, Damien John. Aged 38 years, was tragically taken from us on the 26th of June 2024. Leaving behind an incredibly close family. Much loved father to Madison and Harvey, Husband to Vivienne, son of John and Amanda, brother to Brad and Karl, son in law of Jim and Sharron. He will be dearly missed by the communities he served and the friends and family he leaves behind. The celebration of Damien’s life will be held at the event centre, A&P Showgrounds Event Centre on Wednesday 3rd of July at 1.30pm. Evans Funeral Services Ltd FDANZ www.evansfuneral.co.nz
Households self-evacuated across Tairāwhiti, emergency crews tackling access issues
Contractors are travelling around the Gisborne district this morning to assess river levels and damage to roads and bridges, while FirstLight staff are facing 25 “significant power outages” to repair. “The biggest challenge for the crews is...