Deaths

TOYE

May 04 2024 Updated May 4, 2024

Gisborne Herald

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TOYE, Trevor Harold. Passed away peacefully at Dunblane Rest Home on 2nd May 2024. Father of Phillip, Gillian and Brian. A graveside service will be held at Taruheru Lawn Cemetery at 10.30am on Monday 6th May. Evans Funeral Services Ltd FDANZ www.evansfuneral.co.nz

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PICKLEBALL

Sport

Gisborne pickleball players fly the flag proudly in Albany

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Gisborne Herald

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News

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Jeremy Muir

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Opinion

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Column

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Gisborne Herald

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Column

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Gisborne Herald

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