Sir Brian Lochore pays tribute to Sir Colin Meads at his funeral service held in Te Kuiti today. In June, Sir Colin Meads unveiled his 2.7 metre statue in Te Kuiti. Sir Colin Meads' All Black cap was placed on his coffin. Rain fell heavily overnight and Ms Jacobs said that was Sir Colin shedding his tears, allowing the sun to shine through for his farewell. Sir Colin Meads' No 5 jersey was on display.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 28, 2017 01:14 UTC