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'She's a miracle': the Northland nana who got off meth
After decades of drug use, Deeann Herkt is proud to be sober and supporting others in recovery.
Serena Solomon Lifestyle journalist 28 September 2026 9 min read Caption: Deeann Herkt, at her home in Kaikohe. Photo credit: Serena Solomon / RNZ RNZ
On a recent Wednesday, 57-year-old Deeann Herkt wanders around the backyard of her house in Kaikohe, a small town in Northland. The lawn is green, and the sky is bright blue.
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