About Anne Cairns
Born 1981. Anne Cairns is a New Zealand canoeist and firefighter.
Anne Cairns (born 11 January 1981) is a New Zealand-Samoan canoeist, who represented Samoa at the 2016 Summer Olympics, and 2020 Summer Olympics.
Personal life Cairns lives in Palmerston North, where she attended Palmerston North Girls' High School, and is a firefighter.
Canoeing career Cairns originally represented New Zealand, and attempted to qualify for the 2008 Summer Olympics in the K1 and K4 boats.
Cairns competed in the K1 200 and 500 metre races at the 2016 Summer Olympics, finishing last in both of her heats.
She competed at the 2020 Summer Olympics, in Women's K-1 200 m, and Women's K-1 500 m.
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Who is Anne Cairns?
New Zealand-Samoan canoeist
When was Anne Cairns born?
Anne Cairns was born on 11 January 1981 in Palmerston North.
What is Anne Cairns's occupation?
Anne Cairns is a canoeist and firefighter.
What nationality is Anne Cairns?
Anne Cairns is New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Anne Cairns. https://biography.guide/anne-cairns/
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