Anna Hutchison
Why I Love The Shore
Anna Hutchison
By now you may have already seen this month’s featured Shore personality on your screens after Anna Hutchison returned to series three of Go Girls, having left part-way through the second series to take on television and film roles overseas. Following her departure from Go Girls, Anna travelled to America and Australia. Whilst in Sydney, she filmed a role in the telemovie, Panic At Rock Island and did a spot on Sea Patrol. Most recently, Anna landed a role on Wild Boys, an Australian series about bush rangers in the 1860s. Anna’s recognition overseas is largely due to her crossing the ditch after series one of Go Girls, to star as Alison Dine in an explosive second series of acclaimed Australian drama Underbelly, The Mr Asia Story. Next she headed to Canada to star in Joss Whedon’s horror film, Cabin in the Woods. The feature is due to release late 2011. Having first graced New Zealand screens as a teenager, Anna is best remembered for her role as Delphi Greenlaw on weeknight serial drama Shortland Street. Other previous television credits include roles on Legend of the Seeker, Ride with the Devil and a core cast role in the Power Rangers series. Anna’s achievements were recognised in the 2009 WIFT Awards where she was nominated for the Images & Sound Success in Television award.
Channel Mag How long have you lived on the Shore?
Anna Hutchison I was born and raised on the Shore. I went to Devonport Primary and Belmont Intermediate.
CM Where were you before?
AH I left briefly and lived in the Viaduct, Australia and America. I’m currently in Australia.
CM What was it that brought you to the Shore?
AH What brought me back to the Shore was the beautiful beaches. There is nothing like being able to walk 2 minutes and be at the beach.
CM What’s your favourite Shore restaurant and why?
AH My Mum’s house! She is an awesome cook and my sister is excellent too. It is great to have a bunch of friends and family come round for a BBQ. There is a wonderful view, we have fun chats and you get to choose the music.
CM Saturday morning North Shore style?
AH On Saturday mornings I like to go for a run then head to Little and Friday for brekkie.
CM What’s your favourite Shore beach and why?
AH I have always loved Narrow Neck Beach. It is just around the corner and on the last part of the run route I do. So if it is a particularly hot day I can always finish by cooling off at the beach.
CM Where do you go to relax on the Shore?
AH If I get a bit stressed I tend to head to the beach or to Nan’s. Failing that the shops...
CM What’s the Shore’s best kept secret?
AH Tash at Stephen Marr at the Department Store. She is the most amazing hairdresser!
CM Have you ever found anywhere else in the world that reminds you of the Shore and if so, how?
AH Manly in Sydney is a little bit close to it. There is the ferry and a few beaches.
CM. Finally, what do you love most about the city you call home?
AH Everything! The Shore was the perfect place to grow up! And the people. They are so warm and friendly. I have yet to come across a community as wonderful as that on the Shore.
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