
Josie
Josie is a former resident of Ruatōria, known for being the first woman to join the local fire brigade, and has a rich family history tied to the region, which influenced her and her husband Eruera's return with the intent to revitalize local business.
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Josie is a volunteer who feels compelled to act against injustice in Palestine.
The volunteers putting their bodies between Israel settlers and a Palestinian village | PalestineJosie is described as very intelligent and knowledgeable about fashion.
Cristina Pedroche, en ‘El hormiguero’ antes de las Campanadas: Agotador desfile de humor tuno | TelevisiónJosie is a 22-year-old with ADHD and autism who benefits from a purpose-built living space.
How neurodivergent households design ‘a home that knows your brain’ | HomesJosie, a Detroit native and social worker, raised concerns about Trump's changes to Medicaid.
Detroit residents compare life under Trump vs Biden after 2024 electionJosie went on a hiking tour to see large mammals in Bieszczady national park.
‘If you love adventure but not tourists’: readers’ favourite wild places in Europe | Europe holidaysMarlon Williams describes his maternal nanna, Josie, who moved to New Zealand in the 1950s.
Musician Marlon Williams on working with Lorde, and the other important women in his lifeJosie was the first woman to join the Ruatōria fire brigade.
Ruatōria stalwart Hughie Hughes retires at 90 after 70 years running shop













































