Uploaded January 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Tyrell Karaka from Manurewa, South Auckland shares his story of redemption. He grew up around criminal activity, drugs and violence, but also excelled in rugby league. Eventually he found himself addicted to drugs and in and out of prison.

After serving his most recent prison sentence he has now been out for 3 years. He shares the struggles of changing this life for the better, and how it it has not been an easy journey.

Theme music: The Plowman: Steady marching. youtube.com/watch?v=8yrMWEojOZg