A young Auckland local board representative has died suddenly, shocking fellow politicians who knew her. Sarah Higgins, a real estate agent for Barfoot & Thompson and member of the Franklin Local Board in her 20s, died on the weekend. Andy Baker, board chairman, said the death was an utter shock. She continues to advocate for local communities with her seat on the Local Board and her involvement with local charity groups. Higgins' Facebook page has been updated, saying it is now 'remembering Sarah Higgins'.

Source: New Zealand Herald August 29, 2016 23:41 UTC