Exploring the Wonders of Te Whanganui-o-Hei
What better way to explore the marine environment than by the Glass Bottom Boat? Offering you a unique view beneath the surface from the safety of the boat, you will be rewarded with friendly fish and local knowledge and commentary about the ecosystem and marine life from skippers and guides. If you like, you can even take the plunge and snorkel amongst the fish and see them up close and personal!
The Resilient Artisan – Sculpting Stories with Ian Thorne
Ian’s commitment to top-tier work and his engagement with visitors at his workshop have greatly contributed to the Coromandel Peninsula’s art scene allure. Travellers and art devotees become part of the artistic process, picking up pieces that resonate with them, learning about the craft, and leaving with more than a souvenir – an experience etched into their memories.
Proud to be Local – Tracey Kennedy – Brought to you by CFM
I have been living in the US since 1987. I spent a few short months in Hawaii (Pearl City), six years in Southern California (Rialto), 23 years in Arizona (Lake Havasu), and the last nine years in Nevada (Las Vegas).
What’s in your Pocket? – Mercury Bay Museum
Over the summer, pop into the Museum and check out our new exhibition aptly titled “What’s in your pocket?” It is sure to take you on a nostalgic trip of a time when we relied on multiple things to get our daily tasks done!
Do & Be Your Best – Eldership: More Ideas
I introduced the first of the self-focused abilities, namely ‘Being present with one’s own vulnerability’ and ‘Letting go of the need for validation’ and the first of the other-focused abilities, ‘Being gracious with the differently informed’ and ‘Being generous’. You might have tried them since or seen them in action. You might have noticed when they were missing in your or someone else’s behaviour. Either way, if you read the article, your awareness of them has hopefully been heightened and your sensitivity to them increased.
