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Up for the challenge

Up for the challenge

Afflicted by a rare disfiguring disorder and an intellectual disability, Alan McDowall could be excused for being unhappy and isolated. But the Invercargill resident is just the opposite - cheerful, outgoing, and determined to continue enjoying life as long as his body allows. Allison Rudd met the inspirational Alan and his devoted parents, Val and Ian.

Recovery attributed to positive attitude

Recovery attributed to positive attitude

There is a complicated name for the operation Dunedin spinal surgeon Bruce Hodgson carried out on Alan McDowall - a vascularised fibula strut graft.

Second chance

Second chance

Human dynamo Lawrie Forbes is out to transform the old Athenaeum building. Don't bet against it, advises Kim Dungey. Craig Baxter takes photos.

Giving peace a chance

Giving peace a chance

Name: Prof Kevin Clements (66)

Occupation: Professor and director of the National Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Otago.

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