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Sir Peter Jackson, Dame Fran Walsh

Peter Jackson’s passion for filmmaking began as a child. At the age of five, his parents purchased their first TV, and he was introduced to the world of fantasy and stop-motion animation through Thunderbirds and King Kong. His interest deepened when his parents acquired a Super 8 movie camera, which Peter used to create short movies with his friends from his home in Wellington.

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Richard O’Brien

Richard O’Brien is a multi-talented writer, actor and musician, best known as the creator of the cult classic stage musical The Rocky Horror Show and its iconic film adaptation, The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He has left an everlasting mark on the entertainment industry, inspiring generations of fans with his creativity, wit and vision.

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Rose Matafeo

Rose Matafeo is making big waves in the comedy world. She has already amassed an impressive resumé of stand-up comedy performances, TV shows and films.

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Arthur Lydiard

In the world of running, there are few names as revered as Arthur Lydiard. Widely considered one of the greatest coaches in history, Arthur’s unconventional training methods and unique approach to coaching forever changed the sport of distance running.

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dame Lydia Ko

Bogyung Lydia Ko was five when she first picked up a golf club. She was visiting Sydney when her aunt, Insook Hyon, gave her a 7-iron and a putter to play with. “I must have liked it, because when you’re that young, if you don’t like something you just toss it,” she said.

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Allan John ‘AJ’ Hackett

AJ Hackett and Henry van Asch are two adventurers that epitomise New Zealand’s spirit of innovation and eagerness to push the limits of what is possible. They achieved worldwide recognition by pioneering the world’s first commercial bungy jump operation in Queenstown, setting the stage for the town to become one of the world’s best adventure tourism destinations.