Hastings District Council chief executive To’osavili Nigel Bickle dies suddenly
Hastings District Council chief executive To’osavili Nigel Bickle has died suddenly at his home. Local officials and his family have paid tribute to his leadership and commitment to the community.
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The loss of a high-ranking local government official impacts regional administration and community leadership in New Zealand.
The family of To’osavili Nigel Bickle say his loss will be felt deeply.
The sudden death of “treasured” family man and key council figure To’osavili Nigel Bickle has left a community in mourning.
The Hastings District Council chief executive, in his 50s, died unexpectedly at his Hastings home yesterday.
Bickle’s whānau described their “great sadness” in a statement released today.
“Nigel was a devoted husband, a treasured father and grandfather and koro (or as his moko Gigi referred to him – ‘Ko’), a much-loved son, brother and uncle, a respected colleague and a friend to many.
“Through his dedication to service and his deep love for and commitment to Māori and Samoan communities, Nigel touched the lives of many,” they wrote.
“His loss will be felt deeply by all who knew and loved him.”
The family asked for privacy, saying details of Bickle’s funeral would be shared in due course.
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