Synopsis

A snapshot of the lives of regional rangatahi in Aotearoa and what matters to them most.

First Air Date: 2025-02-10

Last Air Date: 2025-03-08

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 5

Networks: YouTube, TVNZ+

The Re: News team travelled around the country to find stories from young people we don't hear enough about.

Ep. 1: Brotherhood of Bogans: Inside Southland's Boy Racer Scene (2025-02-10)

We go inside the Southland boy racer scene with Sam, Luke and Addie.
Ep. 2: Inside the Life of a 24-Year-Old Hunter and Taxidermist (2025-02-10)

Brodie Green initially avoided getting help for his depression because he was afraid he might lose the one thing that made him feel like himself - hunting.
Ep. 3: Life as a Teen on the Isolated West Coast (2025-02-22)

We follow a group of teenagers on the West Coast who have created a community where isolated young people can find purpose, place and support.
Ep. 4: Getting My Autism Diagnosis at 16 Changed My Life (2025-03-01)

When Charlotte Billings finally got her autism diagnosis at 16, it changed her life - helping her figure out how to put her strengths into things like advocating for more support in the regions.
Ep. 5: We're Fighting to Stop Poo Flowing into Hokianga Harbour (2025-03-08)

We meet Hokianga locals who are fighting to stop poo flowing into their harbour.