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    Aviation entrepreneur and Warbirds over Wanaka founder Sir Tim Wallis has died, aged 85

    Aviation entrepreneur and Warbirds over Wanaka founder Sir Tim Wallis has died, aged 85


    Sir Tim's family confirm he died at home yesterday, surrounded by loved ones with a helicopter parked outside his window.

    The Greymouth-born businessman was also well-known for his work in the deer farming industry.

    A funeral will be held at Wanaka Airport later next week.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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