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She left the fashion world to run a farm solo-handed and is now winning awards

She’s had a berry nice life since finding her happy place with her Kiwi farmer

Marathoner Maria lost her sight but found a new way to chase her dreams

The All Black pays tribute to a true Original – rugby captain and soldier Dave

In defiance of her diagnosis, the go-getter mum has certainly upped her step count

The florist tells us she’s still got a whole bunch more to do with her bouquets

In terms of being good with wood, this teenager’s a chip off the old block!

Thanks to two surrogates and against all the odds,the Te Puke woman is living her baby dream

The writer reflects on family, fidelity, friendship and falling for lovely George

The beekeeper has been stung by the sweet mānuka gold rush!

Having her own son made the writer realise what her birth mum Lizzy lost

She’s immensely grateful for a new treatment that gives her more quality time

Determined Shannon-Leigh goes the distance – both in court and on the road

The Taranaki 18-year-old is determined to honour her father’s memory

Giving her aunt a kidney was textbook stuff for the scholar

The florist knows the power of a flower, so she planted her own little farm

With both parents battling skin cancer, Kate knew the risks but still didn’t notice the warning signs

The Beauty and the Beast host was 83

After her good mate was killed in a hit-and-run, broadcaster Eleisha Foon has healed by writing a book to help kids learn how to process their emotions

The star of a new doco tells why the sport is more than just a game to her

Born with a twisted foot, cycling star Siobhan Terry is pedalling her way to the podium after a scary crash

After nearly losing both her arms, Taranaki’s Maddison is now a fearless force on the field

During a national disaster, good sorts Jenny and Luke get the job done!

Quitting her conservative Christian faith, this Rotorua mum reclaimed her whakapapa, her reo and her true name

In what is thought to be a New Zealand first, Whanganui mum Emma got twice the surprise

Te Ohorere’s living her dream, but it was a different tune when her mother was ill

After tragedy tested their romance, helicopter pilot Brian Depauw married his soulmate in a magical European ceremony

The Kiwi humanitarian has been on the frontlines but never gives up hope

For Kelsey, writing her memoir has been a harrowing but healing journey

This Kiwi author’s world of vampires and raunchy romance is a global hit

Life on the land was tough, but an enterprising group of ladies in the ’20s reached out to each other, forming friendships and making the country experience not just bearable but profitable for generations to come

The mum spent years in hospital with her kids – now she’s returned to teach

There’s no place like home and now she’s sharing the magic with the world

Diagnosed with cancer at just 15, the Children’s Commissioner shares how the experience inspires her to look out for the most vulnerable in New Zealand society.

The Auckland entrepreneur is determined not to trade on the names of his famous family

After surviving a devastating tragedy, she found her purpose − to save lives!

Truly grateful for her new lease of life, she’s hitting the trail to honour a friend

Overcoming an eating disorder and burnout, Ruth is the first woman to win the world's toughest races

Faced with incurable cancer, Hayley Killalea took a world tour

Treat yourself to gifts Santa missed

For half a century, the passionate educator has been all booked up!

From surviving medical crises to creative crafters, impressive sportswomen and millionaires in the making, we catch up with eight inspiring Kiwi women to reflect on their journey

For decades, Nelson naturopath Chantal shunned the real world… until she broke free

Nurse Arishma’s Christmas Day is spent with precious little newborns

Aucklanders’ homes are full of cheer thanks to Francesca’s festive farm

Timaru mum Maddicyn tells how one tiny hand squeeze was enough to let her know her son wasn’t giving up

It’s double the joy in the Cooper house as Ashe and Jett can finally hear

Her love of nature inspired the gran to create a game that puts fun into education

The savvy saver is using her passion for gardening to nurture her young family

From a steamy firefighters calendar to Kiwiana pet toys, here's how to give a wonderful gift and support a charity this Christmas

Sleepless nights, baby wipes… and bass drops? Meet the Tauranga women redefining parental support

Congrats to the happy couple!

The hotel employee has just retired at 90 – and has an offer for the All Blacks!

In front of 7500 guests, this Hawke’s Bay couple said ‘I do’ in a seven-minute half-time ceremony

Her collapse in the bathroom was definitely not a panic attack

The Rotorua world champ is not slowing down in her pursuit of another title

Workers with whiskers, these Kiwi kitties are purr-fect employees

After 20 years working behind bars, she finally broke free from her own past to follow her dreams!

Having a fellow journalist in the family inspired her to tell women’s stories

After so much cancer grief, Jody shares the good news they always dreamt of

Counsellor Dharshana wants to make sure children know they’re heard and never alone

The social media mum is saving the planet from disposable nappies and more

In his fifties and after time in prison, he decided to turn his pain into positivity

Shocked Southlander Aleina lost a leg and had to have a kidney transplant

After the death of her soulmate, the biker decided to see the world on wheels

Writing about her experiences with sobriety has turned into a comedy for the lawyer

The Kiwi star shares her love of family and strong female characters

Determined to help, she now personally cares for 20 families in Palestine

The Tokoroa teen can’t believe she’s made it on Time magazine’s cover

The movie lover dishes on her favourite celebrity interviews and a shock secret!

The beloved Kiwi artist reveals how she finally landed her soulmate

Since conquering her fear of boats, she’ll never be a landlubber again

How Kiwi Marcel found the child his mum and dad hid from the Nazis

Juggling two farms and a baby is a labour of love for Chloe and Makita

After beating leukaemia, Lili-Fox is focused on giving back

The ‘jellyfish magnet’ wants to knock off one more big challenge

The Māori dad of three just wants a place to call home

Six years on, grieving dad Paul is still waiting for answers

Hillie’s making up for lost time as she builds a sisterly bond with Lia

Ashley took the law into her own hands and made her dad’s dream come true

Losing her disabled daughter saw this crime reader become a popular writer

It was love at first sight after her life-changing visit in 1978!

Wracked with pain, the Kiwi went in search of treatment in India

The Cancer Society CEO reveals how the disease impacted her family

After three knocks to the head, the Auckland life coach was forced to prioritise rest

The kitchen goddess is now cooking for two, but wishes she could tell her dad

On their first time walking the famous route, their dream holiday nearly turned into a disaster.

This skate king and queen are rolling back the years

Orders please! The Great Barrier Island pub has become a tourist attraction

The popular entertainer is ready for a new chapter as she turns 60

The incredible couple has even inspired their Olympic medallist grandson Hamish

The actor reveals her special connection with the Weekly

After a turbulent time in the spotlight, the politician reveals her regrets, romantic dreams and her next chapter

Her love for animals is making a real difference to struggling kids

The life-long friends were surprised to be bitten by the love bug

Doing male-dominated jobs is working out great for Corrina, Tanya and Melissa

'Hoot’ would have thought a simple rescue would have turned into a lifelong passion for birds

Naval reservist Rebecca always hits the right notes with the King

How the high-flying performer’s future came crashing down to earth

When she fell behind at school, the gifted student found a solution for all kids