June 28th 2024.
This morning, beloved New Zealand broadcaster Joanna Paul-Robie shared some heartbreaking news during the Matariki celebrations. With a long and esteemed career in broadcasting, Paul-Robie is known for her role as a news anchor on TV3, as well as her contributions to the launch of a new television network and her involvement as a valued board member of Māori Television and Te Māngai Pāho, a funding organization. However, in an interview with RNZ, Paul-Robie revealed that she is unfortunately battling cancer and her condition is terminal.
Despite this devastating news, Paul-Robie still found joy and light in receiving the Icon Award at the Ngā Tohu Toi Awards the previous evening. She expressed that it was the most honorable experience of her life and was deeply touched by the recognition, especially because it came from her community in Tauranga Moana. She also shared that receiving the award before her passing was an even greater blessing.
Surrounded by her loved ones, Paul-Robie accepted the award and described feeling a sense of lightness, brightness, and aroha (love) inside. It was a beautiful moment for her and her whānau (family) to share together.
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