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The Māori King, Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, has died.
A Kiingitanga spokesperson say he had been in hospital recovering from heart surgery, days after celebrating the anniversary of his Coronation.
The Kiingitanga has confirmed he passed away peacefully on Friday morning surrounded by family.
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