Our hearts are heavy, our tears flow and our thoughts go to the Turia whānau as we process the loss of a true Pōneke Legend.
Pakaitore Turia arrived at Pōneke in 2014 after an incredible final year leading Wellington College to be crowned champions of the Wellington First XV competition in 2013. He went on to earn 113 caps for Pōneke, scoring over 800 points while exciting the Kilbirnie faithful with his mercurial skill and confidence.
Pakai went on to represent Wellington Māori Team, Horowhenua – Kapiti and was capped as Wellington Lions number 1664 while playing at Pōneke. Although he achieved remarkable success in his rugby career, his impact off the field and his cheeky smile is something that will be missed by us all.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to his beautiful children, and the entire Turia whānau during this difficult time.
We will be opening the club on Wednesday from 6pm for those who want to connect and share a few stories as we await his whānau to bring him home.
Haere e ngā mate kua hinga i te toki o aituā, haere, haere, haere atu rā ki te wā kainga. Takoto mai i te rangimārie, moe mai rā.
Rātou ki a rātou, tātou ki a tātou.
Tēna koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa.
Pōneke Football Club
