Oriini Kaipara is no stranger to the headlines. If she’s not reading them as a Newshub presenter and journalist, then she’s been the subject of them as the first wahine Māori with moko kauae (traditional Māori facial tattoo) to front a mainstream television primetime news show – or in her dedicated pursuit to change perspectives of Māori for the better.
Raising four children, managing her busy workload and showing up for her community is a constant juggle. But as she turns 40 and reflects on life, for the first time, Oriini has found a sense of balance and calm.
“The juggle is the struggle and I’m so happy I finally have the balance I have been craving my entire life,” she shares. “Now the goal is sustaining this and making sure I am being present for my tamariki [children].
“Turning 40, I’ve only just got to a place where I’m confident, growing stronger relationships with each of my children and especially myself.
“It’s being more patient and cutting myself some slack. I am not the perfect māmā, daughter or partner, but there is continuous improvement if
