100 Days Free | Wattie

Black Power enforcer Wattie has spent 41 of the last 42 years in prison, but he's now free and determined to stay out of jail. Watch as Wattie attempts to reconnect with his whānau and begin a journey of healing. This is the story of his first 100 days free.
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[@charlie14445]

this is what journalism in NZ should be. well done NZH

[@mihitekapuasavage3294]

I like to say thank you for sharing your story. It was very emotional for me . There's always a reason behind everything for everyone's reactions in life. And you have to live with the pain but in time you will heal. You are with the right people to guide in the right direction ❤thank you wattie may you be blessed with a second chance in life to make a better journey in your life with your family and support. So happy for you . ❤❤

[@KalaWardlaw-yu2zy]

I got sentenced to 10 yrs bk in 2010, this man was my training partner for a year and a half!!!! His trainings are solid!!!

[@HemiLenoel-je3lx]

Nudda loser

[@user-qe7iy4tu8w]

My father one night told me.and my brother he was going to Patch up with the blacks back in 1996 out of suprise i said if you patch up so will me and my brother . Father thought about it ' and didnt take the Patch from Taupo Black Power me and my brother were only 12 and 13 ' now we solid as just good working men doing and helping the communities and trying to do more good and working hard

[@nonethy-9914]

Thats actually solid asf to hear bro. On ya

[@SAGE795]

Whew 🤏 from a completely different life. You saved your family bro.

[@user-qe7iy4tu8w]

@@SAGE795 Dad suffered alot as a youngen was also trying to live up to my Grand fathers name and reputation being a ex storm trooper ' Dad try putting alot of his expectations on me and my brothers ' I refused so did my brothers being humble being good and trying to live the right way is hard enough an more I think honorable to thy self and to my whanau without harm

[@KNWBDY.important]

I was born in 1996 bro buzzy as, much love good to hear yous ended up doing alright bro

[@isaiahfromnewzealand]

Black n gold bruv?

[@soniathompson3712]

the guy that runs where this guy stay is awesome we need more people like this in our world

[@stormdodunski2386]

Hard, there needs to be more prisoners “rehabilitated into life”

[@jacqui3414]

Very humbling and moving. Just when you think your life was not good and you feel damaged, you watch this and realise how lucky you have been. Many blessings to Wattie and his journey of self healing and reconnecting with his family.

[@YzoneAye]

Proud of you gangter ive done time in the PEN with the man WATTIE is oldschool a humble but dangerous man with demons hes seem to have conquered.. good on you my Maori!!! Love from the brothers in the WellyDeep Wattie 💯

[@fu8713]

Shuddup ow

[@YzoneAye]

@@fu8713 🙅🤗

[@user-uw8ku4ch4h]

Dad's saying, "Don't be a follower, Be a leader".

[@shoutatthesky]

But still has his patch! What a joke!

[@SmokinBudda]

@@shoutattheskyyour a joke

[@Tinaaherewini]

lol your dad must be a follower, why he's making his kid speak for him

[@michelefantl5376]

Wattie, kia kaha, be there for your family, they need you so much and you need them. Don’t let this awful system continue to make you angry and regress. You are a wonderful artist. Please stay out and be great.

[@arxg1934]

seeing his son was heartbreaking man, I hope the young bruthas can watch something like this and see that this life brings no good

[@nikaghost4502]

Chur wattie don't know if you remember me but I'm a little white boy you helped find a passion for life when I met you in kaitoke I'm glad your out brother stay strong stay positive much love brother

[@latoyathomasmymusic6098]

Hi

[@EightSixMusic]

What unit were you in, in kaitoke/whanganui

[@Nicko42069]

How's he gonna remember you without even a profile pic?

[@sjonifknrei]

West 2 southwood

[@EightSixMusic]

​@@sjonifknrei Green card

[@Avatar24-bb8cu]

"Im guna waste the person that gives you a patch" ♥️ my dad said something along those lines to me 18 years ago .Didn't understand him then,glad I listened and now I know what he means..

[@churboy101]

You’re dad would’ve got knocked out the flop

[@sallywilson1600]

Kia kaha Wattie. I am a whanaunga from Morrinsville. Seeing you at Nana Maggie's grave and looking at some of the old photos, I saw whānau that I knew. Nana Cowboy, Uncle Smokey. I haven't seen Aunty Loretta in a while. It was good to see your sister Vera. It's been years. Keep strong, cousin. You've got Mike there to support you, but most importantly, your whānau. Take care and God Bless ❤

[@user-gj2oz3qj6g]

One of my good friends, ended up in jail in his teens. We 40 now and he’s been in and out of jail for the last 20+ years. I caught up with him over 10 years ago, I could see he didn’t like the freedom he had and knew he was gunna end up back inside and he did and still there today. Gets out and the longest he’s lasted is 2 months. We can’t help him until he’s ready.

[@JoanArc-or9sr]

Sounds like he needs to be old, frail and lose the function of his limbs. Some people just have that evil in them and can't help themselves.

[@bubbaruu57441]

Thats what i say when i hug my oldest bro 😭 its like im hugging my dad 😢 love this for Wattie and his whanau. Wishing them all the best 🙏

[@user-sx3nt2do1u]

Thank you Wattie and family for sharing this fascinating journey. So much emotion So much Love May the force be with you

[@hinewaihiri7019]

All the best Wattie for your future. You are too good for prison life! You deserve to be free from your demons and spend the rest of your time being your best self, because your too good for anything less. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@christineacraman4448]

All the very Best Wattie for your future. Megan is my sister and her and Mike are amazing people with huge capacity to Love and support you. Keep doing one small healing step at a time and it will add up. God bless you ♥️

[@youbettertapethis]

Congrats on your first 100 days Wattie. Proud of you. You're brave for sharing your story and the awful things you went through as a young one - you were failed by multiple adults and I'm so glad you have a second chance at life.

[@shoutout.kokain8713]

bet he grew up fatherless like me. i'm still running from the world. bless my g

[@AverageDiscordMod]

hope your doing alg now bro

[@stormshadow631]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ragayclark]

stay blessed bro

[@Billsnz]

That’s half the world brother including me, my friends and family have taught me most things I know, even Google and KZbin taught more then he did

[@ragayclark]

@@Billsnz Me too bro, and much love from New Zealand:)

[@anthoneyrichards7888]

Some people need to realise that their own perspective isn’t the only perspective, to those that are looking down at him and his journey obviously you were raised with a silver spoon, and yeah he ain’t perfect but who isn’t, at least he learned from his mistakes and atoned for his ways and understands himself and dug deep to find the root of what made him who he is today. Big ups to the man for being real, mad respect. One Love 🖤☝🏾

[@naomileilanigrey7600]

Tautoko

[@kiriwaikopa8450]

You got this Wattie stay safe out there

[@marcuslove5431]

Wanna make a difference drop the patch brother

[@dgm2593]

Hold the patch just change your kaupapa.

[@marcuslove5431]

@dgm2593 why hold on to it when you're trying too prove you have changed don't make since

[@dgm2593]

You can also hold the patch and do positive things. Its not always about violence and negativity. Being Black Power can also be a positive force to do good and protect the community. A change of policy, kaupapa, vision and leadership in the right direction. BLACK POWER "FAMILY FIRST - PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE"

[@JayTee-yl4oh]

Change of actions is a change of heart, BP was there for him. They looked after him, when no one else was there. Give the man a chance. One day at a time. Your all good Wattie. Chur brother

[@jacobhaussmann90]

Why tf would that make a difference that's dumb

[@tekopuakanapanapa6824]

All the best Wattie. Stay close with your whanau and friends, theyll help you through.

[@SandBox-ik5xq]

Thank you for bringing up to the surface all our traumas...individual and collective...and thank you for sharing with the world Wattie...just what we all need. You CAN do it...we CAN do it...abundant Love and Light to you and Whanau...Sand

[@allgoodmediaco]

Awesome work from Wattie and Anthony! Well done lads.

[@imhere8380]

So, what he basically said was, all gang members join up because they need a sense of belonging, as they are in pain, not resolving and letting go of childhood pain. I wish him all the best and also for all gang members to step back and claim their true destiny...be productive and caring citizens. Be the person you dreamt of becoming when a little child....be the change for our future.

[@user-ly9te3un7k]

Good man Wattie, you have definitely been there done that and great advise to your son, all the best👍

[@aotearoanz5769]

Kia Ora brother Wattie... I'm one of the many Corrections officers from Kaitoke Prison from the time... Fuc prison brother its down time... You got this bro... kia kaha

[@tallpaul7130]

Stay strong Wattie, dont go back to the life man, your family needs you, and your kids need the role model that you never had brother, time for you to make good memories to get rid of the bad ones my friend. From Britain, stay safe and keep smiling 🫶

[@raymaynard4364]

Never too late. So many children and young people need a fathers love ❤️ and guidance BECAUSE TIME =❤ also remember quality time with your father

[@veraelisara2584]

Beautiful story and big ups to Mike u the man!🫶🏽🫶🏽

[@GundyNgapo]

My Dads older brother Uncle Wattie. Solid my fam love yous ❤

[@urshtepaki-ww8yh]

I met Wattie when I was a kid. He was our neighbour in Whanganui back in 2006/2007. He was a nice guy. Never did any wrong to us. Glad to see you trying to turn your life around 👌

[@LpK1998]

Great doco! best of luck wattie

[@KiranPatelnz]

What a remarkable story and even more so to capture too!

[@EastKing89]

Love to this man and his whanau

[@clintonbeasy6609]

Good on you wattie keep up your positiveness .you keep being there for your son

[@MererinaTui]

❤❤ Aroha to you and your whanau. Kia Kaha!! May our heavenly father guide you through your next journey. One Love One heart Matua x

[@carolkara987]

Wow! This is so sad but also uplifting knowing Wattie is trying to change despite what he has been through. So nice that he is reconnecting with his whanau. The abusers ruin lives just for their self gratification; the damage lasts for a lifetime. Kia Kaha Wattie, stay free.

[@user-jh2sr8bl8v]

Not "been through" he is the abuser.

[@carolkara987]

@@user-jh2sr8bl8v He was sexually abused as a child.

[@jaspermartini4830]

​@user-jh2sr8bl8v Wattie explained he was sexually abused as a boy. He's trying to be a better human even after 40 years of prison. It would of broken most men he's still here picking up the pieces doing positive things for himself his whanau and community ❤

[@user-jh2sr8bl8v]

@jaspermartini4830 he's done nothing positive though lol. All he's done is come out of jail, and go back again. Then before we know it he'll be collecting the pension, which he had absolutely no hand in contributing to. An easy life. (Also, is there any proof of his stories of abuse?)

[@stevethomas168]

Brother from giving up something you have always known which was jail and to make moves you have never made before makes me happy for you brotha

[@latoyathomasmymusic6098]

U look good man jail is peaceful compared to out here but for ur age u look good then some our young ones hope u turn it life around

[@uptobro2920]

Turn the tv off bro , brothers bringing up the trauma and all you care about is the tv

[@BACKOFDAQUE]

Bros mad he wasn't on tv 😂

[@kickbackweyoung]

More Life Wattie! Big love to you and your whānau ❤

[@TheChasepitt]

The 3 hardest challenges not even someone with a million dollars can overcome.

[@reubenmosman9466]

Compelling and extremely insightful, well worth watching. great work all over

[@DennisMook-ky6lx]

Watching this video really made me think about my two sons i was never nere for them much i was always in jail now im out and doing good ill go see them . I just want to say thank you for sharing your story. I haven't done as much jail as you but i know being away takes its toll. 🙏

[@saxonnz3711]

Such a sad story brother,but love that fact you are making changes,Chur bro 🤘🤘

[@camberry6135]

Powerful

[@lynettetehuia5021]

Thank you for your story

[@LarghsynTHAGR88-ix7ke]

Your the man brother..Love the guidance you wish upon your son

[@Swa1nTrain]

Alot to absorb brother, one day at a time. First thing is learning to be kind in a strange environment. You will get there brother, love more, hate less 🙏🏽

[@NiggabangSuplex]

@@Swa1nTrain why would you assume he doesn't know how to do that

[@steve4524]

I’m sure Wattie will become an uplifting citizen to this country and do only good in society

[@michaelkim4703]

I've got my doubts

[@tumon1000]

Yeah Nah

[@JoanArc-or9sr]

​@tumon1000 yeah nah shut up 🤡

[@user-ys8ym7sd8y]

Chur my brother good to see change in the community much love my bro

[@patrickmokaraka1813]

Faaar strong story brutha 2much your from the old skool

[@CarlCrowley-hw7wd]

How's it wattie, was with u 2012 unit7 your a strong man bro.

[@tonysiragusano5149]

Quite an interesting story. Im glad youtube suggested this to me.

[@t0xicc983]

One step at a time Wattie. I wish you well

[@jesssmith2064]

I hope Te Pā stay operational for as long as we need. Such beautiful mahi

[@taniawilliams14]

❤ stay strong, you got this !

[@gorillaj131]

All the best brother never too late

[@sharleneparata9409]

Way to go Mike my bro luff u. Too much bro wattie

[@coreyp74]

Spent time with this man...and had to clean up scrape up what was left of a fool that crossed him. May you find peace bro

[@user-uv9fv5kk9b]

Tears to my eyes watching your story. All the best for your future coming, take it day by day.

[@mayheta3874]

The judgement you serve,will be given to you 10 fold.

[@user-ef2mz1vt3y]

Solid my brother love from me and my lady keep on keeping on bruv.

[@traylocc6410]

My uncle done 35years in and out of prison he still struggles to function out here public

[@Lita_52]

All the best with the rest of your time out of jail and hope you live the rest of your life being content 🖤

[@ezerore403]

Love U uncle wattie

[@NZ-Home]

I am so glad that i got to watch Wattie's story. Wattie, you may not realize it, but your story will no doubt reach and touch a lot of people who have gone through similar childhood upbringing or those people that have had a good childhood; this story will give them a better appreciation/understanding towards others. I can see and hear that Wattie has a good heart and a great understanding about life. Wattie has so much to give and help others who are struggling with life on the outside. We need more men like you, to help our people in NZ. Mike Lloyd from the Te Pa organization, what a great man who goes out of his way to help everyone. Wattie all your whanau, are cool people. They are willing to unite and support each other. You can see the genuine aroha for one another. *To help better our mindset, is to rethink that our past life is not our future, the abuse whether it is(sexual, physical violence etc) that engulfed our bodies for many years and caused us to enrage our minds with anger and hatered towards others, will no longer entangle our hearts, because it is not ours to carry with us or to keep. Everyone one deserves to be truly happy, free and loved. Wattie, I truly wish you all the best in your future. Kia Kaha

[@user-so2qh9jt2e]

Arohamai brother Wattie keep up the good stuff brother

[@kjmax1068]

So feel for Wattie and those who have not had the lives they deserved as a human being. A lot of the generations were not brought up in the expression of love as we weren't. Our parents did not know. And those who suffered also from sexual abuse, it was even harder. I may not have been the best mother but my kids knew that they were loved, hugged, and told that the were. Never allowed name calling in our family. We can just do our best and show our love, even if it is tough love at times. All the best Mr Wattie ❤

[@leeshaofu]

I feel for this man because he seems genuine and a nice man underneath it all. I'm from the other side of society, privileged u might say, but my parents drummed into me education. I feel like this man is a victim of bad parenting, no emphasis on education and comon decency. Am I wrong?

[@gilbertolsen6251]

Hey Wattie I met you briefly at wiri when I was a case manager.

[@WilliamJosephSlade]

Chur brother. Much blessings and Aroha with respect to you 👍. 💯 Percent. The Only Brotherhood you Need is urself

[@user-cw9ew8tz6q]

I was in jail. With this man crazy he da real deal

[@Rob-yf8ri]

All the best Wattie

[@michaelmercer2440]

This is my old friend from Wanganui , we worked together for wells and Wadsworth, I hope he remembers me ,,, Mike and Ngawai

[@PUWTZ1NGERE]

Camera man went in for a chip or chicken but wattie said get our and now you can watch me.

[@malaynadavis730]

Kia Kaha Wattie.

[@DarrenHood-G.S.0.9.]

Malo Kia Ora There Michael, Met you @ my Aunty Mama's Tangi, Up North Of Hokianga Aka You her Brother... I'm the One With The Bol-Dee L😆L. Thank You Much Love & Praises For Bringing Her To Her Resting Place. HIGHLY APPRECIATED BROTHER

[@gavinkitchen1472]

I only see a very decent gentleman in this video. I could though imagine his dark side. I do worry that Wattie gets a very well deserved decent pay packet. The worry is the alcohol. if your reading this Wattie, your a good man, be careful, be careful with the grog. Don't drink too much and go back to your old self. Your too old for that shit, this version of yourself your a good role model.

[@onaikimotu6037]

You can tell he's been through alot never jugde someone by there looks they could of been through alot and just want peace and space of there own

[@jesseterry11]

Matrix on the out side bro. Real trap. Cool how you put your story out to the world. People need to understand and this video helps. Go fishing and diving with your loved ones cuzzy

[@supportchannel1807]

Love this guy man 😊

[@user-es5rp1mm8c]

Inspiring ❤

[@vanessaparker274]

Uphold your mana brother. You are a MASTER of defining YOURSELF. I hope for the best, expect the worst, and pray for a miracle 🙏 You deserve to live your best life happy, nothing less!!! Be free of those demons that weigh on your shoulders. They are not yours to carry! Mike at Te Pā, I love your work, a true blessing in disguise, the definition of LOVE, and doing things wholeheartedly without expectations!!! I can not thank you enough on behalf of Aotearoa Be free, my people. We are not to be caged like animals. We are misunderstood, and no one knows your story, but we can definitely teach our upcoming rangatahi how to apply themselves like kings and queens and be the best versions of themselves for THEMSELVES 👑🦋👑

[@peatoxchey4259]

Good watch chur all the best

[@fagalimaraudnicfata-meafou674]

Manuia lou olaga uso❤

[@user-mp3hb8ir5w]

some hard truth korero Wattie, Kia kaha Kia koe me to whanau e hoa. Nanny never left you you have returned to her after all these years. A journey of sadness now a journey of healing & life . Arohanui

[@BradCollier-zn2uc]

😢 much love ❤

[@russellmarx5354]

Thank you for your story Wattie...I too have a past that I must bring peace, open the door to my immediate family "you only you n your truth have shown me to speak the truth,strength n lu'v n light always Rusty one I hope we will meet and stand side bye side as brother's ...

[@tkx86]

I almost fell in with Bikies here in Australia from hang around to social club going on prospecting under a life member. I have always been around people who could get me in trouble and my anger issues only took me to the next level. I hated it. Now I slam work and paying off a mortgage here in Sydney and found a girl I want to start a family with. I have reconnected with my loved ones and still got some ways to go thanks to abusing the bottle but I am almost there..... It sounds real corny but its true.... If I can do it so can you. No excuses... Work hard and stay out of trouble.

[@Nikora274]

Met this man many moons ago I was his neighbour in Maxi. Brings back some crazy memories but I remember Wattie quite vividly, What happens in maxi stays in maxi. Good luck bro 😎

[@samuelmmmk181]

😟 Don't worry, you're still a man G

[@fu8713]

No one cares about your maxi, bro tryna change good luck to him

[@Nikora274]

@@fu8713 apparently you care lol

[@ManaBlack208]

Chur my maori wattie u making me hungry cuz those deep fried chicken and chips look wicked yum 😋✊️

[@TuhoePaul-qb9gc]

What cool story 😢

[@user-qi1br3vz3j]

Staunch maori,Stay of the drugs n alcohol Gangsta dont feed the demons...they will get you in trouble..

[@amphibious8872]

Never a truer word said. Alcohol and drugs are the devil's lure to destroy lives.

[@garethwatkins8854]

What a moving story

[@manixkeraid8467]

I was in tw2 kaitoke with wattie all the best on your journey brother

[@Chas-te7uz]

Once the camera's off, there you go son, your patch. 😂

[@vhsdeluxe]

Buhahahaha that’s the one g