Basic Info
First Air: February 01, 2025
Status: Returning Series
Seasons & Episodes
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 6
Last Episode
Name: Thank You For Your Service...But Not Your Identity: Queer in the Public Sector
Season: 1, Episode: 6
Air Date: 2025-02-01
Runtime: 24 min
During WWII, Kiwi female impersonators played a vital role in maintaining morale. Yet, post-war, the Defence Force and Police classified homosexuality and trans identity as psychiatric disorders, with severe consequences for those serving. We also discuss the 2018 Auckland Pride Parade’s controversial ban on uniformed officers and its impact on takatāpui police officers working to foster understanding within the force
Videos
Queer Aotearoa: We've Always Been Here | TVNZ+ (YouTube)
Queer Aotearoa: We've Always Been Here
2025
1 seasons
6 episodes
Overview
Join Eli Matthewson for a journey through the untold history of New Zealand's queer community, celebrating the resilience of trailblazers who pushed for an inclusive Aotearoa
Genres
Documentary
Production Countries
- New Zealand
Spoken Languages
- English en
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Cast
Eli Matthewson
Self - Presenter
Anika Moa
Self
Mike Puru
Self
Dame Jools Topp
Self
Dame Lynda Topp
Self
Amanaki Prescott-Faletau
Self
Ramon Te Wake
Self
Crew
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