Andrew, I've known you since University days and I'll always remember your warm brotherly energy and twisted sense of humour. You had an unforgetable presence where ever you were and I was always so touched with the way you kept contact and connected people together. I hadn't seen you around much recently and really wish I had. I am so happy though to have the memory of bumping in to you and meeting Charlotte and Ruki. You were so proud and I was so happy to see you with a baby. Even though you've had to move on, we as your friends and whanau have all been so blessed knowing you. Thankyou so much. Until we meet again, Fiona

Hey mate! Thank you for all of the outrageous laughs. Live a dull and normal life, "Don't waste your time". We will miss you bro. -Jay, Lia & Nina

Moe mai tāku kāhi ātaahua, kua mutu noa tō maemae. 'Remember the days of the old school times where we laughed alot, oh remember the days..." I will miss your quirky you. I will hold fast to the hope of this not being the end of our departure, but rather a journey of rest to restoration. Have peace my dear cousin until then. Hoani 5:28“Kaua e mīharo ki tēnei; nō te mea meāke puta te wā, e rongo ai i tōna reo ngā tāngata katoa i roto i ngā urupā, 29ā, ka puta; ko ngā kaimahi i te pai ki te aranga o te ora; ko ngā kaimahi i te kino ki te aranga o te whakawā. ”The hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.​—John 5:28, 29. From time to time, we all do well to reflect on the Bible’s promise of a future resurrection. Why? Because we never know when we might face a life-threatening illness or suddenly lose someone we love in death. (Eccl. 9:11; Jas. 4:13, 14) Our resurrection hope can help us endure such challenges. (1 Thess. 4:13) The Scriptures assure us that our heavenly Father knows us well and loves us dearly. (Luke 12:7) Think of how well Jehovah God must know us in order to re-create us with our personality and memories intact. And how loving of Jehovah to give us the opportunity for everlasting life, even by resurrecting us if necessary! Why can we believe in the resurrection promise? Because we are convinced that the One making the promise has the desire as well as the power, or ability, to fulfill it. I wanted to leave these loving thoughts with you, our Creator has you in mind and heart. He will bring you back to us in perfect health where death will be no more, under his kingdom on a paradise earth. We will not forget you, your mama or your papa. Nōreira, moe mai e te pōtiki, moe mai e...

To Andrew's family & friends,I found Andrew personable & engaging & feel for his wife & son and brother Nigel.We suffered from the tyranny of distance,so only connected a few times, & feel so sad that he was taken too early. Rest in peace,Andrew.

I met Andy in 2010, not long after I moved to Melbourne. He was part of a bike polo team called 'Polo Beers,' and we clicked instantly. The polo community was incredibly close-knit, and we spent so much time together, both on and off the court. Andy quickly became a central figure in our group, his adventurous spirit, charisma, and his kindhearted nature made everything more fun. Over the years, we shared countless adventures - camping trips, kayaking, and late-night laughs. Andy stayed at our place in Carlton often, in turn, he hosted us at his place, throwing some of the most memorable parties. He was the kind of person who lit up a room the moment he walked in, and he had this energy that made everything feel lighter and brighter. You just loved being around him. The last time we spoke, he was trying to convince me to fly over to New Zealand to paint a mural at his place. He was so excited, telling me all about the baby he had just had and about his new pet pigs, which he couldn’t stop talking about. I wish I’d said yes. I wish I’d made the trip. I had no idea that would be our last conversation and chance to connect. Hearing this news is absolutely devastating. My heart goes out to his family and everyone who loved him. Andy brought so much joy to so many people, and it’s hard to imagine a world without him in it.