At the end of every week, the Afternoons team name their pick for New Zealander of the week.

It's an honour that we grant on your behalf to someone who has had effect on our great and beautiful nation over the past week.

This week's nominees are Tory Whanau, the RUNIT Championship League, and the kākāpō.

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