11/06/2026
Our deepest sympathies and thoughts are with the Settle family today as they farewell their much loved brother Ian who passed away earlier this week at Pohlen Hospital in Matamata.
While the Settle name is synonymous with lawn bowls - not only locally, but nationwide - ironically Ian was the only one of the 6 siblings who never ventured into the world of lawn bowls.
Ian played and enjoyed both Rugby and Squash - and I hear he was a force to be reckoned with on the rugby field! Ian was a great supporter of Hinuera Rugby and Sports Club, and always took a keen interest in the results.
Please keep our life members John (and his wife Merle), Gordon, Bev, Stuart (and wife Fay), and Bruce (and wife Faye) and their families in your thoughts today as they lay their brother to rest.
RIP Ian