Tauranga mother recovers from severe motorcycle crash, plans to mentor trauma survivors and advocate for road safety.

Tauranga mother Hope Pearce is recovering from a severe motorcycle crash near Rotorua in October 2023, which caused a ruptured spleen, broken leg, and other injuries. Pearce underwent two surgeries and faces ongoing pain and limited mobility. She plans to become an alternative healing therapist and mentor others dealing with trauma, while also advocating for road safety improvements. The NZ Transport Agency found no defects in the road that caused the crash.

6 weeks ago
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