Nurturing Growth
How is it to be a mature International Student in New Zealand?
In 2017, at the age of 43, I arrived in Hamilton, NZ, with the goal of pursuing a doctoral degree in Law at the University of Waikato. This decision came after accumulating 25 years of professional history in Brazil and abroad. Throughout this journey, I have been fortunate to receive unwavering support from my wife and three boys, making it a delightful and highly rewarding academic expedition. The words shared here serve as a testament to my personal journey and practical expertise.
Proud to be Local – Jacob Skeen – Brought to you by CFM
I grew up in Whitianga and Matarangi from the time I was born until I was 15 years old. My Dad, Mike, is still living in Whitianga. You can probably find him at the rugby club or at Smitty’s.
Local Action – Boh Boyd (Equestrian)- Brought to you by Harry and Her
Boh’s love of horses started when she was about 18 months old. Her big sister, Eden, was having riding lessons at Wairakau Horse Treks and every time Eden went to get a horse, Boh would cry until we put her on. And so it began.
Paper Dreams – The World of Sarah Alves’ Quilling
Quilling artist Sarah Alves of Tairua makes fascinating creations out of strips of paper. It’s an ancient craft from the Middle Ages, when nuns would gather excess bits of paper from the monks’ writings and turn them into art. The term ‘quilling’ comes from the feather quill which they used to twirl paper strips around. The result is a kind of filigree. It’s hard to believe Sarah has no art training. In fact, she reckons she’s hopeless at painting (even a small board). But after discovering the art of quilling about eight years ago, she has been hooked on this unique art form and has many lovely works to show for it.
Nature’s Classroom – Fostering a Passion for Wildlife in Young Minds
Educating the younger generation about conservation is crucial for the future of our planet. By creating a love for nature and wildlife, we allow them to become future conservationists who actively care for our environment. As someone who has looked after wild birds for many many years, I always felt it was an important part of my role.
