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Local Action with Pia Rogers (Surfer) What inspired me to start surfing would have been a love for the ocean and coming from a family where we all surfed. My brothers and I spent a majority of our time... www.coromind.nz

Shark Swarm by Sebastian Ross  - A concern about the growing shark population On my last local spearfish, at Whale Island, a large Bronze Whaler shark came cruising below me. It swam slowly and yet with great power, gracefully but with intent. Encouraged by the shark's calm demeanour, I slipped... www.coromind.nz

The Power of Presence by Brando 'Wildboy' Yelavich Brando Yelavich, NZ explorer and writer, aka Wildboy, shares his personal experiences and insights on mindfulness and self-discovery. www.coromind.nz

Dealings With Feelings by Dave Burton Like it or not, we are all affected to some extent by our feelings: joy, sadness, anger and fear are a part of all our lives. The question is, how do we react when we feel them? www.coromind.nz

...Once seated, we packed our jackets into plastic bags and popped them away inside our seats. We shared some Soju and Terra (Korean beer). Multiple different cuts were provided and we started sizzling away with some delicious pork belly... www.coromind.nz

Why They're Taking Over Your Headphones Podcasts are super popular these days and have a big impact on society. They're becoming just as important as mainstream media in many countries, and listeners use them for both information and entertainment.  www.coromind.nz

When Coromind asked me to write an article for this edition on the impact of AI technology on our lives, I thought to respond with an example of what AI and ChatGPT, in particular, can do.  So I logged into ChatGPT and told it to... www.coromind.nz

What to do with Weeds - The Coromandel region of New Zealand is home to many different types of weeds, some of which can be harmful to your garden. Here are three weeds that you should look out for... www.coromind.nz

In this edition: Crushed by drudgery by Bête Noire and Self-criticism & criticized by Bernie Spangenberg. www.coromind.nz

Phd Sociologist, Stella Pennell. talks about the Airbnb effect on local communities: vibrant or disconnected? www.coromind.nz

Nutrition Tips with Rebecca Smith So you’ve discovered the ‘new year, new me’ ambition has become a too-distant memory, as we creep towards the second quarter of 2023. It’s become all too easy to slip back into the old habits – you know, the not-so-good ones... www.coromind.nz

Coromind Editorial - February 2023 www.coromind.nz

Coromind Magazine Issue 2, 2023 Edition www.coromind.nz

Brent Dry takes a trip down memory lane. My family Bill, Jayne and Bryce Skinner moved to Whitianga in 1988/89 and took over the Dairy that was on Monk Street... www.coromind.nz

Ross Liggins is back with more anecdotes and insights. Despite having a myriad mixed feelings about education, I eventually became a high school teacher of accounting, economics, and any... www.coromind.nz

I started skating when I was really young because my parents skated, but I... www.coromind.nz

Petra Campbell explores the role of worldviews in environmental sustainability Now more than ever sustainability, or the lack thereof, is an issue at the forefront of many of our minds. It is the issue that plagues... www.coromind.nz

In this edition: New Mourning Prayer In America by Kaspur Franke and Summer Daze by Anna Mikkelsen. Read by Fabian Roberts www.coromind.nz

It seems to be the knee-jerk reaction nowadays, boosted by the accessibility of social media, to go from zero to agitated in less than 5 seconds. In the old days, criticism and insults had a deal more creativity... www.coromind.nz

Mirror Mirror on the wall...in this digital age, who is the fairest of them all? Our world, where terms such as ‘Snapchat Dysmorphia’ coexist alongside plastic surgeons being in high demand to chisel away... www.coromind.nz

Whitianga Podcast Garners Worldwide Attention, Highlighting the Power of Independent Local Media.  Chef Andrew Lee, a veteran of the hospitality industry with over 35 years of experience, recently made a controversial statement on the podcast Altbays Show... www.coromind.nz

What have birds, trees and fish in common, one may wonder? It turns out a lot. And here is why. When humans arrived in Aotearoa, they found a fantastic ecosystem that had evolved over millions of years into a wonderland of... www.coromind.nz

Ever find yourself in a situation where you know something needs to be said or done about a situation, but you’re not quite sure how to talk about it or engage others in helping to make some improvements? You might want them to understand your concerns and... www.coromind.nz

My name is Hannah Coleman-Smith. I have been creating since I was a little kid, and I have always been drawn to creating art depicting women, especially in nature. Art is important to me because... www.coromind.nz

Coromandel is a perfect place for gardening. However, as a beginner, it can be difficult to know which fruit trees are best suited to the area. The subtropical climate of Coromandel is generally... www.coromind.nz