The faulty fluorescent light of the laundromat in the town of Waihī buzzed like an angry fly, casting a flickering glow on the worn-out linoleum.
The CoroCine Film Festival is back for 2025, shining a spotlight on Coromandel’s growing community of filmmakers. From 22-24 August, the festival will light up MTC-Mercury Twin Cinemas, Whitianga with a curated three-day programme showcasing films made by, about, and for the Coromandel.
This year, the national Matariki celebrations shine a light on Matariki mā Puanga. But who is Puanga, and what is her significance?
Most locals want to protect freshwater, forests, and communities long-term, not be left with a legacy of toxic waste.
Welcome to Issue 29 of Coromind — your favourite local magazine shining a light on Hauraki-Coromandel artists and sharing stories from our vibrant communities.
The faulty fluorescent light of the laundromat in the town of Waihī buzzed like an angry fly, casting a flickering glow on the worn-out linoleum.
The CoroCine Film Festival is back for 2025, shining a spotlight on Coromandel’s growing community of filmmakers. From 22-24 August, the festival will light up MTC-Mercury Twin Cinemas, Whitianga with a curated three-day programme showcasing films made by, about, and for the Coromandel.
This year, the national Matariki celebrations shine a light on Matariki mā Puanga. But who is Puanga, and what is her significance?
Most locals want to protect freshwater, forests, and communities long-term, not be left with a legacy of toxic waste.
Welcome to Issue 29 of Coromind — your favourite local magazine shining a light on Hauraki-Coromandel artists and sharing stories from our vibrant communities.
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