How are you? Share on Facebook Gmail Michelle | Akaroa Michelle is the first woman senior firefighter at the Akaroa Volunteer Fire Brigade in 150 years. She felt called to this work after attending two car accidents. “I’m the first senior firefighter...
How are you? Share on Facebook Gmail Lucy | Ōtautahi Teaching has given Lucy (Ōtautahi) a community that reflects the diverse fabric of Aotearoa. “Being in a good place means that you’re able to share that goodness and kindness with others. That’s...
How are you? Share on Facebook Gmail Callum | Ōtautahi Callum has found himself torn between his home in London and his new home in Aotearoa. However, discovering a diverse community in Christchurch has helped him feel a true sense of belonging. “We just...
How are you? Share on Facebook Gmail Henry | Ōtautahi When Henry’s family first moved from Sāmoa to Aotearoa for greater opportunity, there were few other Pasifika faces in Christchurch. He has watched the community grow over the years and become a vibrant part of the...
Who has changed your life? Share on Facebook Gmail Ty | Pōneke While exploring her whakapapa after the death of her father, Ty (Ngāti Maru ki Hauraki, Taputimu, Fai’a’ai, Nofoali’i) learned about the legacy of her koro Puti Tipene Watene, an MP in...
Who has changed your life? Share on Facebook Gmail Sean | Pōneke After Sean (Wellington) suffered a severe brain injury, he had to reset his expectations of his capacities. But, it was the guidance of John that helped Sean understand he was not defined by his injury...
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