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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

From small-town life to jet-setting around the world, Chloe Potae shares how travel became her career. Kia ora, my name is Chloe Potae, and I am an international flight attendant.... www.coromind.nz

Local Coromandel, NZ, musicians Paul and Jani Lee share how music intertwines with their environmental advocacy. I've always tried to take song/lyric writing as a serious responsibility with a conscientious intention to make change for the good... www.coromind.nz

The mighty kauri (Agathis australis) is one of the largest and longest-lived tree species in the world, with some trees living for over 1000 years. The largest recorded kauri grew at the head of... www.coromind.nz

Scootering is an amazing sport as you are able to get outside and have fun learning new tricks, like a Flair. This trick isn’t too hard for me as I have… www.coromind.nz

In this edition: Filiopietistic, by Graeme Eady, flowers grow from dirt, by Helen Oliver and (give me thirty three more poems), by Fauze Hassen. Read by Fabian Roberts. www.coromind.nz

 My first memory of formal education was my first day at primary school. My teacher was a stern, sad, wrinkled woman who I thought was very old... www.coromind.nz

Warren Lee: Fourth generation Lee in Whitianga. I now live in Alaska and have been here for 30 years. I lived in Whitianga from 1971-1992. I attended MBAS From kindergarten ‘til sixth form. www.coromind.nz

A life’s journey unfolds before your eyes as a Kapa Haka stalwart shares her tale of bloodlines and connections www.coromind.nz

Acclaimed NZ music producer Dave Rhodes mentors Mercury Bay Area School students for Creative in Schools programme www.coromind.nz

Kiwis have a special perspective to offer. Talking to locals and guests from other parts of NZ teaches me about active listening and respecting diverse opinions. In giving space for the people of Aotearoa to tell their stories, Altbays is creating a unique legacy from the Coromandel. www.coromind.nz

Are you willing to look and listen before you speak? This challenge is set out for you to accept the state of ambivalence when faced with multifaceted issues and then start asking the right questions. www.coromind.nz

Managing our time is not about time; we all have the same amount in a day, a week or a year. Nor is it about management; we can’t control time. Time management is about… www.coromind.nz

Aotearoa is a Pacific Island nation coming to terms with its whakapapa. Our whakapapa includes pre-Treaty strands originating in Te Moana Nui a Kiwa² and post-Treaty strands from Europe and… www.coromind.nz

Coromandel creative demonstrates how to get into the flow state and how to kill your inner critic. www.coromind.nz

Nick Barry is a lifelong jotter of ideas, scribbler of jokes and sketcher of Dawgs www.coromind.nz

Coromind Editorial, January 2023 www.coromind.nz