Judge Rosemary Riddell has led a colourful life, starting in radio and acting, OE, parenthood and then late-start education that saw her become a lawyer in her 40s and go on to be appointed a Family Court Judge. She has also directed films, winning the Moondance Festival in Hollywood with her movie Cake Tin, then directing The Insatiable Moon, which won two NZ Film Awards. She now lives in Otago.
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