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Goodbye, Mr Gillette! Last year, I made the decision to stop shaving my legs. I hadn’t necessarily made this choice out of some huge feminist epiphany; it was more the fact that I just couldn’t be bothered doing it anymore. The awkward positions in the shower, the little head unclipping itself from the razor spontaneously, the cuts on my legs. Not to mention all the money I was spending on those s...

The Art of Watering Your Plants It can be a bit tricky to determine the right amount of water your plants need, but with some observation and attention, you can keep your plants happy and healthy. Here are some tips on how to water your plants properly. www.coromind.nz

It’s easy to feel daunted by the big, scary world of politics. There is so much to know, and if you’re a new voter, or just don’t have the time or energy for a bunch of research, it’s difficult to know where to even start. Well, worry not dear reader; here is your unbiased guide to the basics of politics in New Zealand. Read on to learn how the system works, and what your part in it is. Every thre...

Kia ora! I’m Emma Evangeline Gustafson, a full-time artist and illustrator based in Whitianga. I primarily paint nature-based scenes and local landscapes. I’m very grateful the universe brought me to the Coromandel. I love exploring the peninsula and painting those special spots I find off the beaten track. Through my painting, I get to showcase the magic of this place – the pristine beaches, bush...

You're not alone if you've ever felt trapped inside your home or office, surrounded by sterile walls and artificial lighting. But what if there was a way to bring the outdoors in, creating a more vibrant natural environment that benefits your physical and mental health? Enter biophilic design, the practice of incorporating natural elements into our built environments. Here are some achie...

Kia ora As Coromind releases its fourth edition, our team is stoked to see our magazine taking a natural educational path. We are passionate about sharing content that is both entertaining and informative. Education is key to personal and community growth, and we want to support that through our publication. www.coromind.nz

Coromind Magazine 4th Edition, 2023 Full Magazine Audio Version www.coromind.nz

Female business owners are creating the community they want to be part of.  We’ve all said it. “I have an idea for a business!” It’s something I hear all the time from the women in my life, as a female entrepreneur.  So, what holds most women back from taking that idea and running with it? The answer is fear of failure.  This fear, a very rational and appropriate response to any risk... www.coromi...

Hemp is a super plant that's been used for centuries for its medicinal properties and it is gaining recognition for its many benefits. There are three main ways you can use hemp. Hemp Fibre: A Renewable Resource, Hemp Oil: A Versatile and Nutritious Ingredient and Hemp Seeds: A Nutrient-Packed Superfood... www.coromind.nz

My family links to Mercury Bay are my grandparents, Kevin Brown, long-time resident and ex-commercial fisherman from Kūaotunu, and Christine Carter, who had the Civic Video store for 20+ years. My twin brother and I grew up in  Kūaotunu... www.coromind.nz

Bark is the protective outer layer of a tree's trunk and branches. While it may not seem like much at first glance, bark plays a crucial role in the health and well-being of trees and can also benefit your garden in a number of ways. www.coromind.nz

Thomas Everth on the risks of privatisation of public assets In a capitalist society like ours, there is a constant battle fought by private interests to carve out greater flows of value by claiming stakes and entitlements to sectors of public life and services and convert these rights into tradable assets sold to shareholders. This battle is aided by political forces... www.coromind.nz

Planting, Pines and Problems? by Roger Wood The Role of Local Communities in Sustainable Resource Management The first memory I have of pinus radiata was as a young boy, with the smell of Christmas trees.  That piney aroma would fill the house along with the anticipated excitement of the opening of gifts thereunder. As a teenage apprentice carpenter, I learnt about the strength and versatility of...

At the time of writing this article, I have just received the news that SH 25 is greatly compromised between Hikuai and Whangamatā. With the section of SH 25A that has already completely collapsed, this news brings more changes that are beyond my control. Hopefully by the time you read this, the weather has improved and so have the roads.  However, the prospect that our part of the world will be c...

What value is there in learning your indigenous language when the majority of the world speaks English? Is it important to know where you are from? Your whakapapa/genealogy, does it really matter? Āe, it simply is. Having the knowledge of where you originate from, knowing the struggles and triumphs of your tūpuna/ancestors, brings a sense of pride and self-knowing unlike anything else I have exper...

In most of the interactions and relationships we have with others, there is some sort of power structure in place. It may be based on age, skill level, gender, seniority or dozens of other factors. “So what?” you might say, “I know where I stand!” But ask yourself this: “Do I always stand in the right place?” www.coromind.nz

Most of us have had experiences that we find difficult to explain logically, and I thought I would share some of mine with you. The ‘inner voice’, intuition, gut feeling, call it what you will, that people talk about probably saved my life when I was very young. I was in my father’s rusty old Zephyr during the mid-1950s on... www.coromind.nz

Kia ora e hoa ma Being away from home is usually what people enjoy the most about travel, and personally it is for me too. Making memories in different cities, surrounded by different foods and culture. As I’ve mentioned before, the awe and excitement is addicting. However, recently I found myself in a position I have only been in once before, and that is the feeling of being stuck whilst overseas...

Why Dialogue and Respect are Keys to a Flourishing Society. The importance of respectful dialogue with those with opposing views has recently become particularly relevant online. The podcast ALTBAYS Show (produced in the Coromandel, Aotearoa New Zealand) faced significant backlash and attempts to stop them from featuring a porn actor in one of their episodes... www.coromind.nz

Te Moata Retreat Centre, located in the beautiful Coromandel region of New Zealand, is seeking Assistant Managers to live on its sacred land and contribute to its daily operations. The role requires a mature independent couple, or a handy person, with a deep sense of mindfulness, love for the environment and a desire to serve humanity. The Assistant Managers will work closely with the current mana...

In this edition: The Tūī Sing by Sharon O’Connell and Welcome, Stranger by Ceridwyn Parr. www.coromind.nz

For many years, art and photography have been my passion. It all began with my high school art teacher, a photographer, who led me to set up my own darkroom at home. However, life got in the way: work, making money, relationships, injuries, etc., and it took some time to realise that photography was the journey I wanted to continue and take further. My initial enthusiasm for photography was nature...

A Golden Time in Opitunui by Becs Cox, Mercury Bay Museu Manager The first recorded discovery of gold in Aotearoa New Zealand was in Kapanga, Coromandel, in October 1852. Returning from the California goldfields, Charles Ring and... www.coromind.nz

Nutrition Matters with Rebecca Smith (Real Nutrition) It’s time to flip the scales: Let’s reframe the ‘diet’ game. As I learned more about health, nutrition and overall well-being, something pretty cool happened. My mind made a shift, from the spotlight being on societal pressures of body image, to a devoted focus on feeling good – I mean really good – and living in an energetic, healthy state. An...

Local Action - Reef Denton (Motocross) Hi, I'm Reef Denton and I'm 14 years old. When I was three, my parents took me to Nitro Circus and ever since then I've loved dirt bikes. My Dad told me if I could ride a push bike properly, he would get me a dirt bike. So, after some practice on a push bike he bought me a PW50. We went riding heaps at paddocks and... www.coromind.nz