Les Mills

MILLS, Les Snr (MBE, CNZM).

Passed away peacefully on the morning of 29 June 2026, aged 91.Much loved Dad of Phillip and Donna, Grandad to Diana, Les Jr, Gabriel and Moana and Great-Grandad to many. A distinguished New Zealand athlete, businessman, founder of the Les Mills New Zealand gyms, and former Mayor of Auckland, Les made an extraordinary contribution to sport, fitness, local government, and society. A service for Les will be held at 11.00am on Friday 3 July at Holy Trinity Cathedral, Parnell, Auckland.

To join remotely: https://vimeo.com/event/6027685/27ded9f020?fl=so&fe=fs

Flowers may be delivered to the Cathedral 10am-3pm Thursday 2 July. In lieu of gifts, donations to UNICEF would be warmly appreciated. ANZ 01-0505-0463764-000, Particulars: {your name}, Ref: LES MILLS