Local Focus

Waka ama saved my life

Feb 28 2023 Updated April 3, 2023

Renae Lolohea, Local Focus Reporter

1 min read

Keri Mankelow-Ngatoro has been paddling since age 11. Now aged 22, waka ama is the sport that keeps her physically and mentally fit. Public Interest Journalism funded through NZ On Air.

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