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Working the dream

Our Autumn issue main feature digs into some intriguing ways to make a living. We talk to eight Kiwis who have unique, unusual, adventurous and joyful jobs. Plus, we chat to Chris Tse, New Zealand's Poet Laureate; we find out what's on around Aotearoa this autumn and share what's been going on at the AA.

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Macarena Carrascosa, Roller Skate Coach

Macarena Carrascosa has built a career as a professional roller skating coach in Auckland. Read the story . . . 

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Mark Harris, Stunt Performer

Mark Harris has been working as a stunt coordinator and stunt driver for film and television for 39 years.  Read the story . . . 

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Flossie Pallesen, Balloon and Bubble Artist

Flossie Pallesen is a Nelson-based children's entertainer, specialising in giant bubbles and balloon art.  Read the story . . . 

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Drew Stanton, Location Scout

Drew Stanton is a location scout who's job it is to find many of the spots that appear on our screens. Read the story . . . 

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Amanda Milne, Board Game Designer

Amanda Milne is a professional board game designer, who literally gets to play games for a living.  Read the story . . . 

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Martin Van Tiel, Pyrotechnic Expert

Dr Martin Van Tiel is responsible for creating some of New Zealand's biggest and best fireworks displays.  Read the story . . .