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This week Bill McAulay chaired a panel discussion focussed on young people and their opinions. The panellists were all from Porirua College, with which our club has a close association. Pictured here from left to right are:
Deputy Head Boy, Taupe-Jack Lomax, Deputy Head Girl, Madonna Tui, Head … View moreThis week Bill McAulay chaired a panel discussion focussed on young people and their opinions. The panellists were all from Porirua College, with which our club has a close association. Pictured here from left to right are:
Deputy Head Boy, Taupe-Jack Lomax, Deputy Head Girl, Madonna Tui, Head Girl, Tiresa Fomai and Head Boy, Pualaga Tuai'aufa'i, together with Teacher and Guidance Counsellor, Steve Barnsley.
The students had chosen five themes: Labels, Gender, Sports, Stereotypes, and The Future. They made some initial observations on each theme and then responded to questions from the floor.
Porirua College is unusual. The roll is two-thirds Pasifika and a quarter Maori, a makeup which naturally determines the culture of the school. They told us about prejudice, their pride in the college and the city, and the importance of sport in fixing identity. They considered themselves more liberal than previous generations, especially in gender matters.
In thinking about the future, they were apprehensive about climate change, pollution, species extinctions and the loss of traditional freedoms. They accepted that they were the next responsible generation and would have to deal with these problems.
Were they being too pessimistic? Is the outlook for humanity any worse than during the cold war?
The students were unfazed by having to address a room full of oldies, and confident in their delivery. We wish them the best of luck.
The salaries of 120 people will be boosted following Porirua City Council's adoption of the living w…
A few months ago, I had this cool experience - I went to an ancient shamanic drumming event.
It wasn't long before I dropped into a deep lucid-dreaming state. (This is when you're having a dream but you remain awake and aware. )
It was profound.
I meditate most days but I still … View moreA few months ago, I had this cool experience - I went to an ancient shamanic drumming event.
It wasn't long before I dropped into a deep lucid-dreaming state. (This is when you're having a dream but you remain awake and aware. )
It was profound.
I meditate most days but I still struggle with getting into 'flow'.
Last January I went to this fun event with Melissa Billington. She runs Ancient Shamanic Drumming Journeys in Auckland.
Sharing with the other participants. I found most, if not all had similar stories.
I loved the journey, which is why I invited Melissa to share it with our community here in Porirua.
This event is open to everyone. It will be a relaxed & fun evening.
And great, if you want to deepen your meditations. This unique experience will stay with you forever.
Where: Paremata Boating Club
When; Wednesday, 19th June from 7pm - 9pm
Tickets: $35 (early bird)
Click on the event below to find out more.
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Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.
Head to … View moreNominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.
Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz for more information.
Porirua's old post office has been converted into a boutique hotel, in a move its developer says is …
Round wooden table. 120cm diameter. A few scuffs and dents but generally still very good.
Executive office chair. Comfy. Has occasional issues staying upright but is mostly fine.
Cheers
Gible
Large bespoke corner desk needs a new home. Kinda flat-pack-able (screws together).
Desk area is 1.4m (l) x 1.2m (w) x 70cm (h) and 60cm deep at either end of the curve. Shelf is wide enough for 2 x 21" screens and has 15cm gap below (fits CDs or most flat PCs). Side shelves fit DVDs/PC … View moreLarge bespoke corner desk needs a new home. Kinda flat-pack-able (screws together).
Desk area is 1.4m (l) x 1.2m (w) x 70cm (h) and 60cm deep at either end of the curve. Shelf is wide enough for 2 x 21" screens and has 15cm gap below (fits CDs or most flat PCs). Side shelves fit DVDs/PC games.
Cheers
Gible
I have a corner TV unit you're welcome to have. The three shelves are sized for DVDs (x2) and CDs (top). (+ floor gap)
It also works upside down (has extra thick top for this). When it's upside down it needs to be screwed to the wall but it holds a bigger TV and the floor gap becomes a … View moreI have a corner TV unit you're welcome to have. The three shelves are sized for DVDs (x2) and CDs (top). (+ floor gap)
It also works upside down (has extra thick top for this). When it's upside down it needs to be screwed to the wall but it holds a bigger TV and the floor gap becomes a narrow shelf - tall enough for a shallow media player/hard drive/slim PC/closed laptop etc
Cheers
Gible
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