Women make up over 50% of Aotearoa’s homeless population. And yet they are often overlooked - because they aren’t seen. Advocates say unless gendered issues are specifically addressed, women will continue to fall through the gaps.
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The hidden struggles of homeless women in Aotearoa

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We think we know our country's leaders. But do we really? Ahead of her first budget day as finance minister, Tova O'Brien met up with Nicola Willis to talk superstitions, power, and the naughtiest thing she's ever done.
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Written and read by Tova O'Brien
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Nicola Willis on power, sacrifice and her mischievous streak

The New Tribes Mission wanted to ‘plant’ churches in far flung communities. But missionary kids, including Kiwis, were subject to abuse. Colin Mee was one of them.
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Written and read by Steve Kilgallon
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Making coffins isn’t a childhood

Tracy Hickman has lived her life “pedal to the floor” - just existing has never been an option. That's why she's decided she’ll have an assisted death.
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Written by Mariné Lourens
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A chosen end to a wonderful life

Guy Montgomery landed on being a comedian as being funny is something he seemed to be the best at, but being a funny guy is a serious business.
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Written and read by Tyson Beckett
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Being a funny guy is a serious business

Combining dance bangers with a full orchestra, Synthony promises Gen X nostalgics their best night out in years.
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The hidden struggles of homeless women in Aotearoa

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