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Eden Park to host Lomu farewell
It was the scene of some of Jonah Lomu's most breathtaking on-field moments. And on Monday, Eden Park will be the setting for an emotional public farewell.
Lomu to be farewelled at Eden Park
A public service will be held on Monday for Jonah Lomu, Prime Minister John Key has announced.
Flight may have led to Lomu's death
Jonah Lomu died from a blood clot on his lung, possibly as a result of his long haul flight home from the UK.
Loving farewell for 'son of Pacific'
Jonah Lomu was more than just a rugby player - he was an inspiration, a hero and a much loved family man.
Public memorial service for Jonah Lomu
Jonah Lomu was more than just a rugby player - he was an inspiration, a hero and a much loved family man. "We are gathered here to remember a son, a brother, a husband, a father, a friend, an outstanding rugby player and a great New Zealander," Pacific Peoples Minister Sam Lotu-Iiga told a crowd of nearly 1000 who gathered at a memorial service in Mangere for Lomu last night.
'Your legacy will never go away'
The Tongan community have honoured All Black legend Jonah Lomu at a church he once attended as a child in South Auckland.
Public service for Lomu in Auckland
The first public memorial for the All Black legend will be held this evening in south Auckland.
Herald on Sunday editorial: The jersey Jonah and Richie will never lose
Richie McCaw bowed out of rugby this week with a remark that was as poignant as anything he has said or done in his long tenure of leadership.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: McCaw remembers Jonah
But most tellingly, Richie spent a good part of his final press conference as skipper talking about someone else entirely - Jonah Lomu, Heather writes.
Jonah's mum to lead mourners
Jonah Lomu's mother, Hepi, will lead mourners tonight in the first public memorial for the rugby legend.
Jonah Lomu: A father, first and foremost
Greg Bruce pays tribute to the rugby legend Jonah Lomu, but reminds us of his most important role: Dad to two little boys.
Paul Lewis: Jonah Lomu among the greatest of the greats
Jonah Lomu was gentle and gentlemanly, with that rugby spirit and care for others, writes Paul Lewis.
The Big Read: Jonah Lomu, a humble man
There was Lomu, next there was rugby. That was the order for many around the world. That's why his passing made the homepage of the NY Times, writes Phil Taylor.
Lomu's acts mark him true disciple of Ali
Thundering wing admitted awe at legendary boxer's staunch adherence to principles but same applies to mighty All Black, writes Wynne Gray.
Jonah video special: Father, AB, legend
A video tribute to the great All Black legend, Jonah Lomu, who died unexpectedly on Wednesday.
First Jonah Lomu memorial this Sunday
The public memorial service will be held for rugby hero Jonah Lomu at the Lotofalei'a Tongan Methodist Church, in Mangere.
Polly Gillespie: 'He was a god to many but to me just a really great mate'
Everyone who knew Jonah has a million stories. He's a man who took you on adventures, write Polly Gillespie.
Jonah Lomu: Givealittle page stopped
The grieving widow of Jonah Lomu has taken down the Givealittle page set up after the rugby legend's death. At a press conference outside Lomu's Auckland house Former All Blacks coach John Hart addressed the issue of the fundraising page and said that its intention may have been missed at a difficult time.
Tears as Lomu family thank world
Heartbroken family offer sincere thanks as messages from around the world continue to flow - including one from the Queen.
Queen mourns the loss of Jonah Lomu
The heartbroken family of All Blacks great Jonah Lomu are "struggling big time", as messages from around the world continue to flow - including one from the Queen. Former All Blacks coach John Hart revealed the Queen had written to Prime Minister John Key asking him to pass on to Lomu's family how much she mourns their loss as he spoke to media on behalf of the family outside Lomu's home in Epsom this morning.
Lomu's wife takes down Givealittle page
She had said money would be used to help provide for her boy's future.
Lomu family touched by outpouring of love
Family say they are "truly touched by the outpouring of love" for the rugby legend.
Newspaper's tribute to Lomu goes global
A striking tribute to Jonah Lomu on the cover of an Irish newspaper has been liked and shared thousands of times on social media.
We had the time of his life
COMMENT: The world of Jonah Lomu, rugby superstar, must have been amazing considering the one he came from, writes Andrew Mulligan.
Loved ones prepare to lay Jonah to rest
As Jonah Lomu's mother, Hepi, left her son's Auckland home yesterday, she picked up a yellow rose left on the driveway and smiled.
'I will be the best mum to our sons'
Jonah Lomu's widow Nadene has shared another heartfelt message on social media.
The schoolmate who beat Jonah
A Wellington man who went to school with Jonah Lomu said it was an absolute honour to have his name up next to the New Zealand legend.
































