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As a TV reporter, Rob Harley was preparing a very sensitive health story, when it was taken out of his hands. Watching as it was reduced to a headline, Harley made the choice to leave news and current affairs.
Season 6 Episode 5
Content warning: contains discussion of suicide, substance use and violence.
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Early into life as a reporter, Frances Cook was sent to cover a hot air balloon crash that killed 11 people. She relives the weight of being there for grieving families, and the importance of genuine connection.
Season 6 Episode 4
Content warning: contains discussion sexual assault and death.
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At just 23 years old, Vaimoana Mase was sent to cover the 2009 Samoa tsunami, where the widespread suffering also touched her own family. In those times, she both questioned and leaned on her faith.
Season 6 Episode 3
Content warning: contains discussion of death and natural disasters.
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After a friend contacted him, Chris Lynch took on a story where a woman's bowel cancer treatment had seen several delays. Health NZ apologised, but the woman had already passed away. That story shaped him, and led to a campaign to raise awareness.
Season 6 Episode 2
Content warning: contains discussion of sexual assault.
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When Mei Heron touched down in Turkey as the 1News Europe Correspondent, nothing could have prepared her for the devastation she would encounter. After finishing, she felt immense guilt for leaving and returning to normal life.
Season 6 Episode 1
Content warning: contains discussions of death and covering major disasters
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