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Kiwi stars shine at the AFTAS

Kiwi stars shine at the AFTAS

The AFTAS – the Aotearoa Film and Television Awards – are the Kiwi version of the Emmys. As our favourite stars put their best feet forward at the weekend, New Zealanders show that when it comes to rocking the red carpet, we’re up with the best of them. “These awards are your chance to go […]
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Kiwi star Lucy Wigmore’s lucky break

Kiwi star Lucy Wigmore’s lucky break

Lucy Wigmore has never been one to rest on her laurels. For many actresses, starring in New Zealand’s most-loved drama would be enough. However, the former Shortland Street star’s hunger for variety has seen her venture across the world, and back, in search of the next challenge. But, despite her success abroad, the actress still […]
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Hayley Westenra: my dark days are over

Hayley Westenra: my dark days are over

In an industry that values sex, edginess and street cred, being seen as a polite good girl could be a career kiss of death. But kind-hearted soprano Hayley Westenra, who 10 years ago began her career as an innocent 14-year-old singing Pokarekare Ana, has never strived to be one of the cool kids, and her […]
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Simon Dallow’s family revelation

Simon Dallow’s family revelation

Simon Dallow’s link with the Maori roots he never knew he had is touched with sadness. Nan Payne, the distant cousin who first told his family about the connection, hasn’t lived to see the TVNZ documentary Simon made about his emotional journey. Nan made a poignant phone call in 1986 to Simon’s father Ross Dallow […]
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Aaron Cruden’s amazing Grace

Aaron Cruden’s amazing Grace

As Aaron Cruden took his place in the All Blacks team that became the pride of the nation last month at the Rugby World Cup, all eyes were on him. But while the 22-year-old first five-eighth became a national
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Mike McRoberts – why I wanted to quit

When Mike ocRoberts agreed to write his memoir, he didn’t realise it would save his career. Because at the age of 45, the TV3 news presenter and globetrotting reporter was ready to quit journalism. “Maybe it was a midlife crisis, but TV is a really tough industry to work in at the moment – it […]
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