Tony Hakaoro

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Tony Hakaoro (5 January 1964 - 1 September 2017) was a

radio talk shows, "Karangaranga," on Radio Cook Islands.[1] He was known to publicly criticize Cook Islander politicians on his shows, which earned him a loyal audience.[1][2]

Hakaoro died on 1 September 2017, following a massive stroke and subsequent coma.[1] He was buried in Titikaveka on 7 September 2017.[1] The Office of the Prime Minister issued a statement calling Hakaoro a "formidable warrior."[1][2]

References

  1. ^
    Radio New Zealand International
    . 2017-09-06. Retrieved 2017-09-17.
  2. ^ a b "Fearless media man had big following". Cook Islands News. 2017-09-07. Retrieved 2017-09-17.