"There is a large percentage of Māori families in Northland, and they tend to go back to tangihanga and they say that it has a positive impact on the grief journey.
Grief research reveals impact of loss during festive season
10 December 2024 - Northland Age
While the data in the research was fairly consistent across the country, President of the Funeral Directors Association, Andrew Malcolm, said Northland was unique because of its large Māori population.
“All cultures have good death practices, but now with the new modern culture we have lost some of that. There is more of a focus on self. People often say how they want their funeral done, but it’s not about you, it’s about those that have been left behind.” Read more...