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      Home > News > National > Upper North Island

    Northland Regional Council has paid tribute to former councillor and businessman, Monty Knight - who died on Sunday

    Northland Regional Council has paid tribute to former councillor and businessman, Monty Knight - who died on Sunday


    The 80 year died at his Kaitaia home after being found with critical injuries.

    A 57 year old woman has been charged with murder and will appear in Whangarei District Court next month.

    Council Chair, Pita Tipene, says Knight was a genuinely nice human being, who served people with passion and commitment.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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