A council colleague described Efeso Collins as a strong advocate and a family man. 

The former Auckland councillor and mayoral candidate died this morning after collapsing at a charity event.

He entered Parliament at last year's election and delivered his maiden speech last week.

Alf Filipaina says Collins was a supporter for South Auckland and wanted a better future for his daughters.

"I know that he wanted to make a humongous difference in Parliament for our community, and for our people...and he passes this morning."

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A council colleague described Efeso Collins as a strong advocate and a family man. 
The former Auckland councillor and mayoral candidate died this morning after collapsing at a charity event.
He entered Parliament at last year's election and delivered his maiden speech last week.
Alf Filipaina says Collins was a supporter for South Auckland and wanted a better future for his daughters.
"I know that he wanted to make a humongous difference in Parliament for our community, and for our people...and he passes this morning."
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Alf Filipaina: Auckland Councillor on Efeso Collins' unexpected passing today

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 26 July 2024, NZ Olympic chef de mission Nigel Avery joins Heather from Paris where the Olympics Opening Ceremony is just hours away.

Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has announced he won't be seeking a second term. The Crime Prevention Group has high hopes for whoever takes over for him.

The Sports Huddle debates what should happen to the Canadian cheaters at the Olympics after more spying was revealed, and why are the All Blacks so media shy?

Plus, why do Dunedin scientists feature on the latest Kardashian reality show?

Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 26 July 2024, NZ Olympic chef de mission Nigel Avery <a href="/{localLink:umb://document/9e722d32dacb47c1a26cdc0f3a2d6007}" title="Nigel Avery: Team New Zealand chef de mission says he's got full confidence in safety preparations for Olympic opening ceremony">joins Heather from Paris where the Olympics Opening Ceremony is just hours away.</a> 
Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has announced he won't be seeking a second term. <a href="/{localLink:umb://document/a561fe69786948ec836d8afbc7900952}" title="Sunny Kaushal: Crime Prevention Group President says Andrew Coster's successor will take a new approach to crime">The Crime Prevention Group has high hopes for whoever takes over for him.</a><a href="/{localLink:umb://document/a561fe69786948ec836d8afbc7900952}" title="Sunny Kaushal: Crime Prevention Group President says Andrew Coster's successor will take a new approach to crime"> </a>
The Sports Huddle <a href="/{localLink:umb://document/de08380a05b84c6aa2007275909851d1}" title="Sports Huddle: Dronegate, All Blacks Sevens, Medal prospects">debates what should happen to the Canadian cheaters at the Olympics after more spying was revealed, and why are the All Blacks so media shy?</a> 
Plus, <a href="/{localLink:umb://document/4cc7645277d2457593c1279c84368423}" title="Dr Moana Theodore: Dunedin Study director on the Kardashians using their research to determine real biological ages">why do Dunedin scientists feature on the latest Kardashian reality show?</a> 
Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. 
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Full Show Podcast: 26 July 2024

An investigation continues into an incident at Manchester Airport, where an armed officer was filmed stamping on a man’s head.

The officer has been suspended, and the family has been demanding compensation.

But UK correspondent Gavin Grey says it’s alleged there was a lot more that went on leading up to the incident.

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An investigation continues into an incident at Manchester Airport, where an armed officer was filmed stamping on a man’s head. 
The officer has been suspended, and the family has been demanding compensation. 
But UK correspondent Gavin Grey says it’s alleged there was a lot more that went on leading up to the incident. 
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the latest updates on investigation into police officer stamping on man's head at airport

China’s government has set out over 300 reform measures during its Third Plenum this week.

The meeting – which takes place every five years – covered two major issues of national security and China’s economic recovery.

Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis says China wants to be global players in technology to avoid reliance on the West, but he isn’t convinced that will be enough to solve economic woes.

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China’s government has set out over 300 reform measures during its Third Plenum this week. 
The meeting – which takes place every five years – covered two major issues of national security and China’s economic recovery. 
Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis says China wants to be global players in technology to avoid reliance on the West, but he isn’t convinced that will be enough to solve economic woes. 
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Alf Filipaina: Auckland Councillor on Efeso Collins' unexpected passing today

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