A council colleague described Efeso Collins as a strong advocate and a family man.Â
The former Auckland councillor and mayoral candidate died this morning after collapsing at a charity event.
He entered Parliament at last year's election and delivered his maiden speech last week.
Alf Filipaina says Collins was a supporter for South Auckland and wanted a better future for his daughters.
"I know that he wanted to make a humongous difference in Parliament for our community, and for our people...and he passes this morning."
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