3rd October 2024

Driven By Purpose: Richie Poulton's Legacy

This documentary celebrates the life of Late Emeritus Distinguished Professor and Director of the Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health and Development Study, Richie Poulton.

Driven by purpose: Riche Poulton’s legacy was produced by Jonathan Molloy, Richie and family, and features interviews with Wise Group chief executive Shelley Campbell, Just a Thought general manager Charlie David and clinical lead Anna Elders.

The documentary speaks to the immense mahi Richie dedicated his life to and the taonga passed on to us. Richie was dedicated to the Dunedin Study and to using the gift that the study members gave for the betterment of all New Zealanders.

An inspirational leader and generous mentor, it was Richie's vision and sheer determination that drove the development of Just a Thought.

Richie sadly passed away in September 2023, aged 61 years.

Kua hinga te tōtara i Te Waonui-a-Tāne - A mighty totara has fallen in the great forest of Tāne.