Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel have arrived at the requiem mass for Jim Anderton.
Jim Anderton at his Special Investiture ceremony in 2017. Photo: Office of the Governor-General
The former deputy prime minister died four days ago at the age of 79, after a long illness.
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Cabinet ministers Grant Robertson and Megan Woods are also expected to attend today's service.
The requiem mass is being held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
The requiem mass is being held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Photo: RNZ / Logan Church
The hearse carrying Jim Anderton's casket. Photo: RNZ / Logan Church
Photo: RNZ / Logan Church
Pallbearers remove Jim Anderton's casket following the requiem. Photo: RNZ / Logan Church
