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Deane Waretini One of New Zealand's best known singers of 40 years ago, Deane Waretini, died in Rotorua last December. A member of the Tuhourangi tribe, Deane joined his cousin Ana Hato in 1926 and they became one of the most popular duos in the country, making many recordings. Deane had shown great promise as a student at Te Aute College, but illness forced him to give up study and he became a farmer at Parekarangi. He was well known in the district and often went to Rotorua to join Ana in charity concerts or when Te Arawa welcomed distinguished visitors.

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Te Ao Hou, March 1968, Page 2

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Deane Waretini Te Ao Hou, March 1968, Page 2

Deane Waretini Te Ao Hou, March 1968, Page 2