Kate Hawkesby: Heartbreaking events have brought out the best in New Zealanders

Early Edition with Ryan Bridge · Feb 16, 2023 · 3m

The scenes this week have been utterly heartbreaking, but one of the most heartwarming things to come out of this week I reckon is the way Kiwis have come together to help each other.

It is a very Kiwi thing to do of course, but we’ve seen such incredible community spirit this week in such trying and difficult times. From neighbours helping neighbours, to strangers putting people up, to farmers helping other farmers, to people from all around the country digging deep to support charities and front line workers.

People have responded with generosity and thoughtfulness, they’ve rallied round…