Extraordinary Kiwis - Michael Campbell

Then reigning US Open champion Michael Campbell is the subject of this episode from the series profiling notable New Zealanders. The ‘slice of life’ follows the golfer on a trip home to compete in the 2006 New Zealand Open, and to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House (a charity helping kids suffering from cancer). On the way to Gulf Harbour, a low key Campbell reflects on his journey from Titahi Bay to beating Tiger Woods: discussing fame, being a role model for younger golfers, and — on a photo shoot draped in a kākahu (feather cloak) — being Māori. Campbell would retire in 2015.

Life isn't about doing things great all the time. Life is about learning off your bad mistakes. And also having the desire to win and to be the best that you can possibly be.

– Michael Campbell

Key Cast & Crew

Jim Greenhough

Narrator, Camera, Director

Peter Morgan

Producer

Peter Metcalf

Editor

Jason Latta

Sound Mix

Peter 'Rocky' Hudson

Camera

Nikki Smith

Sound