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Morse Family

Episode 8 of 20

Series in which British families experience a trial week living in Australia or New Zealand. A dad wants to see his children more, can he and his wife swap roles in New Zealand?

On the surface, Glenn and Sue Morse live an idyllic life in the countryside with their two children. But long shifts as a policeman means Glenn's missing out on seeing his young children grow up, and self-employed quantity surveyor Sue is feeling the pressure.

They're considering drastic action to turn their lives around. Moving to New Zealand would see Glenn turning his back on a 20-year career to become a house husband, while Sue becomes the sole earner.

On a trial week in Auckland, the couple discover that while work may be available for Sue, it would come at a cost.

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Morse family update

Morse family update

Upon returning to the UK, Glenn and Sue set about making their dream of emigrating down under a reality.聽 In August 2013, the family left the UK for Auckland, New Zealand.聽 Sue now works full time and Grace and Jack have settled in to their new school. After a few teething problems the family have purchased a property in Pukekohe and have already begun to make new friends.聽 A visit from some family in the UK helped ensure their first Christmas down under was a happy one.

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Role Contributor
Presenter Nicki Chapman
Director Anna Phipps
Producer Anna Phipps
Series Producer Simon Miller
Executive Producer Simon Barnes
Executive Producer Lindsay Bradbury

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