Statement from the family of Possum Bourne.

It is with deep sadness that we announce Possum Bourne passed away peacefully at 12.58am (New Zealand time) on Wednesday 30 April at Dunedin Hospital.

A further statement will be made on behalf of the family at 11.30 am (NZ time) at the Hospital.

There will be no further statements until 11.30 am.