About Wiremu Heke
Lived 1894 – 1989 (aged 95). Wiremu Heke was a New Zealand rugby union player.
Wiremu Rika Heke (3 October 1894 – 30 November 1989) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A loose forward, Heke represented North Auckland at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, on their 1929 tour of Australia. He played six matches for the All Blacks including three internationals.
Following the death of Beethoven Algar two days before his own death, Heke briefly held the distinction of being the oldest living All Black.
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Who was Wiremu Heke?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was Wiremu Heke born?
Wiremu Heke was born on 3 October 1894 in New Zealand.
When did Wiremu Heke die?
Wiremu Heke died on 30 November 1989 in Rotorua.
What was Wiremu Heke's occupation?
Wiremu Heke was a rugby union player.
What nationality was Wiremu Heke?
Wiremu Heke was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Wiremu Heke. https://biography.guide/wiremu-heke/
MLA: "Wiremu Heke." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/wiremu-heke/.
Chicago: "Wiremu Heke." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/wiremu-heke/.
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