Hardship and Hope: Stories of Resistance in the Fight Against Poverty in Aotearoa
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'Yes, it is complicated. But behind the inequality, suffering and polarisation that afflicts Aotearoa ... we have the foundations upon which we can choose to build a country that puts whanau at the centre, and where all can thrive.'
KEY POINTS
Grounded: Deepens our understanding of poverty in Aotearoa through stories of determination and the effectiveness of community action in tackling systemic obstacles.
Immersive reporting: Brings to light the strength and innovation of local efforts against entrenched social and economic inequalities.
Call to action: Serves as a call for societal change, grounded in the determination and capabilities of the communities most impacted by poverty.
Author: Rebecca Macfie
ISBN: 9781991033970
Publisher: Bridget Williams Books
Published: 01/09/2025
Format: Paperback / softback
About the Author
Rebecca Macfie expertly weaves a narrative of resilience and challenge, expanding her Listener series with new insights into Aotearoa's poverty crisis. Through immersive journalism, she offers a compelling look at the power of
local initiatives in confronting entrenched inequalities. Her work underscores the urgent call for change, driven by the strength and determination found within the heart of affected communities.
Rebecca Macfie is an acclaimed New Zealand journalist and award-winning author. Her work includes Tragedy at Pike River Mine (Awa Press, 2013) and Helen Kelly: Her Life (Awa Press, 2021). She has written widely on business, labour, the environment and inequality for publications such as the New Zealand Listener, North & South, and the New Zealand Herald. In 2024, she was the JD Stout Research Fellow at the Stout Research Centre for New Zealand Studies, Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington.