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Luis Portillo
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Luis Portillo is a 1News Producer who leads a team of video content producers.
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Luis Portillo was in his twenties when AIDS emerged. (Composite image: Vania Chandrawidjaja)

What it was like to be young and gay in the most terrifying era of AIDS

The '80s and early '90s were difficult years to be young, recently out, eager for a new life, but surrounded by grief and death.

Life

Sun, Jun 1

Luis Portillo at his first communion in Venezuela in 1973. (Composite image: Vinay Ranchhod)

I broke up with God long ago – but it's complicated

Catholicism is in my blood, if not my belief system.

Life

Sun, Apr 20

Project Runway NZ Recap: Not all bling shines

Project Runway NZ Recap: Not all bling shines

With six designers left the competition is getting tougher.

Entertainment

November 26, 2018

Kerry thinks the most annoying monkey in the jungle is Jess.

Project Runway NZ Recap: 'Most annoying monkey in the jungle'

A few designers shine after repurposing ugly bridesmaids’ dresses.

Entertainment

November 19, 2018

Project Runway NZ Recap: By Georgia, I think they’ve got it!

Project Runway NZ Recap: By Georgia, I think they’ve got it!

In this week's episode, the designers are tasked to create a look for a specific client.

Entertainment

November 12, 2018

Luis Portillo was in his twenties when AIDS emerged. (Composite image: Vania Chandrawidjaja)

What it was like to be young and gay in the most terrifying era of AIDS

The '80s and early '90s were difficult years to be young, recently out, eager for a new life, but surrounded by grief and death.

Life

Sun, Jun 1

Luis Portillo at his first communion in Venezuela in 1973. (Composite image: Vinay Ranchhod)

I broke up with God long ago – but it's complicated

Catholicism is in my blood, if not my belief system.

Life

Sun, Apr 20

Project Runway NZ Recap: Not all bling shines

Project Runway NZ Recap: Not all bling shines

With six designers left the competition is getting tougher.

Entertainment

November 26, 2018

Kerry thinks the most annoying monkey in the jungle is Jess.

Project Runway NZ Recap: 'Most annoying monkey in the jungle'

A few designers shine after repurposing ugly bridesmaids’ dresses.

Entertainment

November 19, 2018

Project Runway NZ Recap: By Georgia, I think they’ve got it!

Project Runway NZ Recap: By Georgia, I think they’ve got it!

In this week's episode, the designers are tasked to create a look for a specific client.

Entertainment

November 12, 2018

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Project Runway NZ recap: Good on paper, not so good on fabric

Project Runway NZ recap: Good on paper, not so good on fabric

Another week of underwhelming looks with a few exceptions.

Entertainment

November 5, 2018

October 2018
Project Runway NZ Recap: The art of making art

Project Runway NZ Recap: The art of making art

An avant-garde challenge defines the designers with real potential.

Entertainment

October 30, 2018

Project Runway NZ Recap: An average red-carpet look

Project Runway NZ Recap: An average red-carpet look

When it comes to sustainability, some designers fail to keep up momentum.

Entertainment

October 22, 2018

Project Runway NZ Recap: Teams of two and the ego of one

Project Runway NZ Recap: Teams of two and the ego of one

An unconventional materials challenge brings an unconventional result.

Entertainment

October 15, 2018

Project Runway NZ recap: When a designer gives you lemons, make it work

Project Runway NZ recap: When a designer gives you lemons, make it work

On the second episode, a twist makes some struggle with their fellow designers’ taste.

Entertainment

October 8, 2018

Project Runway NZ Recap: Mixing the right flavours

Project Runway NZ Recap: Mixing the right flavours

With big prizes and the possibility of an even bigger career, the first season gets underway.

Entertainment

October 1, 2018

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