A Summerset interview with...

Fireside-style interviews with some of NZ’s best-known names

A well-known kiwi in her own right, the wonderful Jude Dobson hosts this live and interactive series.

Join her as she travels to our villages around the country and sits down with iconic guests to chat to them about their lives, family, careers, and experiences.

These sessions are a fantastic opportunity to get new insights into some of your favourite household names, so grab a cuppa and watch the live recordings of our Summerset Interviews below.

Samantha Hayes

Samantha Hayes, the face of Stuff’s 6pm news on Three, has spent over two decades as one of New Zealand’s leading journalists. With her extensive experience covering global events and her advocacy for environmental and charitable causes, she has become a key figure in New Zealand media.

In this interview, Jude Dobson sits down with Samantha at Summerset St Johns village in Auckland. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of the country’s most accomplished broadcasters!

Mark Inglis

Mark Inglis, the first double amputee to summit Mt Everest, has led an extraordinary life. After losing both his legs to frostbite on Mt Cook in 1982, he went on to achieve success in mountaineering, science, winemaking, and sports.

In this interview, Jude Dobson sits down with Mark at Summerset Pohutukawa Place in Taranaki to discuss his remarkable journey. Don’t miss this chance to hear from one of New Zealand’s most inspiring figures!