On February 13, Hawke’s Bay couple Michaela Tait and Mackenzie Wiig were gearing up for the biggest day of their lives. Then Cyclone Gabrielle destroyed their home and their plans. After nine months of treading water, the couple took one step towards reclaiming their future.

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Written and read by Nikki Macdonald

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by Connor Scott

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