The man killed at his home near Kaitāia on Sunday was one of the Far North’s best-known businessmen as well as a former district councillor and mayoral candidate.
Police say they were called to a home on Okahu Road, west of Kaitāia, about 12.35pm following a report of an assault.
A man found in a critical condition at the scene could not be saved despite the efforts of emergency services.
Court documents reveal the victim was Monty Knight, a high-profile entrepreneur, wine-maker and local politician.
He turned 80 earlier this year.
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