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The stunning sandy beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula are not just a playground for people; they are essential habitats for native shorebirds including tūturiwhatu / dotterel, tōrea pango / variable oystercatcher, tarāpunga / red-billed gulls, tarāpuka / black-billed gulls, and tara / terns. www.coromind.nz

T ucked along the south coast of Hahei lies one of the Coromandel’s secret gems. Running from Great Barrier Island through the peninsula to the Kaimai Range, the Coromandel Ranges are the remnants of ancient volcanoes – a landscape quite literally born of fire. www.coromind.nz

Since 2023, the market has defied expectations and is now established as one of Coromandel’s must-visit destinations. The market is primarily based on locally sourced produce and food, fresh organic veggies, berries, staples, delicatessen and artisan goods. While maintaining its focus as a farmers market, it features a uniquely Waihī Beach flavour by including selected high-quality crafts, garden...

Whitianga-based musician FĒI LÍN sat down with fellow Kiwi-Asian Elvisa van der Leden to share some insights on some of the elements that bring her music to life. www.coromind.nz

Tony Calsaferri recently sold his paint palette. The buyer wanted to acquire Tony’s palette simply because it was a work of art, with his paint piled high like small piles of single-coloured pancakes. His work has become popular and could be closely linked or likened to ‘pop art’ for some. Many homes in Coromandel Town and the surrounding area have a Tony Calsaferri on their wall. www.coromind.nz

Coromind Editorial - Issue 24, 2024 www.coromind.nz

Imagine a future where our beaches are pristine, our community is thriving, and businesses, nature, and people live in harmony. This future might seem distant, but every small action brings it closer. www.coromind.nz

A leap across ‘the ditch’ in 1991 catapulted New Zealander Elizabeth Kyle into an unexpected life as a highly regarded Visionary Surrealist / Mystical Symbolist artist and gallery owner in Australia. Elizabeth’s journey began in Katikati where she showed early signs of artistic flair. Her forward-thinking parents allowed her to study at Tauranga Girls’ College under the tutelage of the legendary C...

Many of us worldwide, at some point in our youth, were encouraged to take up Judo, Karate, Taekwondo or some other Martial Art. The usual motivation was to promote self-esteem, focus, confidence, discipline and fitness. When introduced to adults, the focus seems to be on self-defence, competition or codified systems and traditions of combat. Originating from the word ‘martialis’, meaning ‘of Mars’...

Johanna and I agonised over the decision to book our overseas trip in July because we were so worried about Tess. Thanks to Dave, our vet, Tess, our beloved Border Collie, is still with us despite being diagnosed with liver cancer. He had prescribed prednisone, a steroid, to control her cancer. It was working, and she was eating, albeit reluctantly. We visited Dave again, and he used an ultrasound...

From Moehau at the tip of the Coromandel Peninsula to Te Aroha in the south, diverse ecosystems are home to a wide variety of wildlife, including many native, threatened and at-risk species... www.coromind.nz

Once upon a time, the great Polynesian explorer Kupe paid a visit to our region, followed a few centuries later by Captain James Cook. Later, the small seaside township of Whitianga became renowned for its kauri sawmilling, and laid out the permanent settlement of the town. A large brass band was started in 1909 by the local barber, rehearsing in the drill hall – probably Whitianga’s first ‘big ba...

We are heading straight into one of the busiest times of the year, Christmas is on the horizon and 2025 is just around the corner.  Even if you're not a celebrator of Christmas, this time of year generally gets busy (and silly). We have an increase of public holidays, work parties, school coming to an end for the year – and summer is coming. Days are getting longer, people are getting out and...

My French friends, Jacques and Marie and their two young children, who participated in the cricket match mentioned in Part 1, eventually left Aotearoa bound for New Caledonia where they stayed for some months before heading to Fiji. They invited me to join them to sail with them to Vanuatu, so I flew to Nadi and boarded their 40-foot yacht …  www.coromind.nz

Poetic Ground is a space dedicated to expression. In this edition: Te Puia 2017, By Howard Saunders, and Reflection of the World By Yaning Ma Foreman www.coromind.nz

Proud to be Local is our inspirational feature, highlighting homegrown Coromandel Peninsula folks doing wonderful things out in the world. In this edition, Joe Reynolds.  Brought to you by Ron Morgan. www.coromind.nz

We were 10, 11, 12 when we rode the eddy-wave. Storms high in the hills had swollen the river into a frothy churn of mocha-brown and bubbling white that surged through the valley, cutting into the high banks with the weight of all that rain.  www.coromind.nz

The arts matter. This is my third time writing about Creatives in Schools for Coromind. I have a personal connection to the mahi, but I’m also a fierce advocate for the arts. I believe the arts are a core necessity for people of all backgrounds, for enjoyment, entertainment and wellbeing. www.coromind.nz

If I asked you, what song are you? Or, which book are you? This might not make any sense at first sight, agree? But imagine that in the grand orchestra of life, it’s easy to find ourselves lost in the cacophony of doubt and comparison.  www.coromind.nz

I’ve been creating art for as long as I can remember. As a child, my favourite activity was drawing. I’d carefully arrange my pens in rainbow order before each session, a reflection of my early obsession with colour. Even in my earliest works – felt pen drawings from the age of four – colour played a central role. www.coromind.nz

Coromind Editorial - Issue 23, 2024 www.coromind.nz

C oromind Magazine Issue 23 Full Audio Version www.coromind.nz

This year, En Pointe Dance Studio says goodbye to three of its stars – Courtney, Charli and Indaria. They've spent years growing, dancing and making lifelong memories here, but now it’s time for them to move on to new adventures. From tough rehearsals to amazing performances, these dancers have left their mark. And while they’re stepping off our stage, their stories are far from over... www.c...

Last December, Luke Steele invited me to play the drums with him and his father, Rick Steele, at a pre-Christmas gig. Despite my initial concerns about not having at least one rehearsal, Luke assured me we'd be fine. These guys are top musicians, so I trusted their judgment. Rick Steele is a legendary Bluesman, inducted into the West Australia Music Hall Of Fame in 2016, and his son, Luke Ste...

My name is Connor de Gier, and this is my story. I was born in Auckland and lived there until moving to the Coromandel in 2021. I am 17 years old and have now developed a love for nature and exploring anywhere my legs can take me. I only just started hiking and adventuring this year... www.coromind.nz