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Mack Herewini

1939 – 2014

New Zealand rugby union player

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Lived 1939 – 2014 (aged 74). Mack Herewini was a New Zealand rugby union player.

McFarlane Alexander "Mac" Herewini (20 October 1939 – 21 May 2014) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A first five-eighth and fullback, Herewini represented Auckland at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, from 1962 to 1967. In 1966, he played in all four tests against the touring British Lions. In all, he played 32 matches for the All Blacks including 10 internationals. He was part of the New Zealand team to tour Britain France and Canada in 1967 but lost his place in the test side to Earle Kirton. Some say that he was unsuited to the open running style of play favoured by All Blacks coach Fred Allen. However, Herewini continued to play for Auckland until 1970 and had New Zealand trials in 1968 and 1970. Herewini played for New Zealand Māori from 1960 to 1971. Herewini died in 2014 and he was buried at Otahuhu Cemetery.

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Otahuhu College
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Mac Herewini, McFarlane Alexander Herewini

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Mack Herewini?

New Zealand rugby union player

When was Mack Herewini born?

Mack Herewini was born on 20 October 1939 in Waikato Region.

When did Mack Herewini die?

Mack Herewini died on 21 May 2014 in Ōtāhuhu.

What was Mack Herewini's occupation?

Mack Herewini was a rugby union player.

What nationality was Mack Herewini?

Mack Herewini was New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Mack Herewini

· Wikidata: Q3273918

· DBpedia: Mack Herewini

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