About Tane Norton
Lived 1942 – 2023 (aged 81). Tane Norton was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Rangitane Will Norton (30 March 1942 – 4 August 2023), commonly known as Tane Norton, was a New Zealand rugby union player. He played at the hooker position. He played for Linwood before he first represented in 1969. In 1977, he captained the All Blacks to a series win over the British Lions and played three games for the World Invitation XV in South Africa.
In the 2006 New Year Honours, Norton was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to rugby.
Of Māori descent, Norton affiliated to Ngāi Tahu through his father. In 1973 and 1974, Norton was awarded the Tom French Cup for the outstanding Māori rugby union player of the year.
Norton died in Christchurch on 4 August 2023, at the age of 81.
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Who was Tane Norton?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Tane Norton born?
Tane Norton was born on 30 March 1942 in Waikari.
When did Tane Norton die?
Tane Norton died on 4 August 2023.
What was Tane Norton's occupation?
Tane Norton was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Tane Norton?
Tane Norton was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tane Norton. https://biography.guide/tane-norton/
MLA: "Tane Norton." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tane-norton/.
Chicago: "Tane Norton." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tane-norton/.
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