Auckland funeral home left body 'to rot' until money was paid, wife says
Kia ora neighbours, a grieving widow claims her husband's body was left to rot for months by a funeral home who demanded she pay them $12,000.
Wei Chen, 39, died in February 2020 after being struck by a boat while diving near Auckland’s Motutapu Island.
He left behind his wife Nan Jiang, who had been living separately from him since 2017, and their 5-year-old son Rex.
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Poll: What special qualities should a 5-star New Zealand airport hotel at our largest international airport have?
Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport is New Zealand’s only 5-star airport hotel, given its incredibly close proximity to the airport, the convenience of walking to the airport is a major highlight but there are plenty of other features that make it special.
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5.5% Unmatched runway views with a private lounge
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46.1% Exceptional service from arrival to departure
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4.8% Gourmet dining featuring New Zealand's finest, celebrating Te Ao Māori kai
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7.4% Māori culture reflected throughout, creating an architectural marvel
Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.
Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?
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43.1% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
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56.2% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
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0.7% Other - I'll share below