Fa’anānā Efeso Collins' widow 'aggrieved' over 'cruel' Coronial process

Vasa Fia Collins, the widow of former Green MP Fa’anānā Efeso Collins, has voiced her deep distress over what she describes as a "cruel" Coronial process following her husband's death. Fa’anānā Efeso Collins, a respected Sāmoan matai and prominent Auckland community leader, passed away on February 21, 2024.

His death occurred after he suffered a cardiac arrest while participating in a fun run organized by ChildFund. The circumstances of his passing have led to a Coronial inquiry, a process that his widow now finds deeply upsetting.

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According to reports, the family feels "aggrieved" by the proceedings. While the specific details of their grievances with the Coronial process have not been fully elaborated, the statement suggests a significant disconnect or dissatisfaction with how the investigation is being conducted or perceived by the family.

Fa’anānā Efeso Collins was a significant figure in both the Sāmoan community and New Zealand politics. His role as a former Green Party Member of Parliament and his leadership within Auckland's community were widely recognized. His sudden death has been a loss to many, and the ongoing Coronial process appears to be adding to the family's grief.

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