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Wāhine Firsts

Aotearoa New Zealand has a long history of wāhine toa making their mark on the world. Here are just some of their groundbreaking firsts...
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Barbara and Michele Cox are trailblazers in New Zealand football

Barbara and Michele Cox are trailblazers in Aotearoa New Zealand football. They made history by becoming the first mother and daughter in the world to play together in an international football game, including teaming up in defence for New Zealand’s only victory over the United States.

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Breaking Barriers: Celebrating Incredible Women in Aotearoa New Zealand

In Aotearoa New Zealand, the spirit of progressiveness and gender equality has been foundational for over a century. It’s a place that doesn’t just talk about equality – it’s something New Zealanders strive for and value.