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CamperOaseNeuseelands Südinsel entdecken: Traumrouten & Geheimtipps I CamperOase PodcastIn dieser Episode des CamperOase Podcasts nehmen Julian, Kathi und Niklas dich mit auf eine unvergessliche Rundreise durch Neuseelands atemberaubende Südinsel. Von der ersten Etappe in Christchurch über die malerische Akaroa-Halbinsel bis zu den Highlights wie Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Oamaru und dem Fiordland-Nationalpark – diese Folge steckt voller Inspiration.Erfahre mehr über die besten Routen, praktische Tipps für Camperreisen und versteckte Juwelen abseits der Touristenpfade. Jetzt reinhören und Neuseelands Südinsel neu entdecken! Weitere Infos auf www.camperoase.de.---00:00 Willkommen zu Neuseeland01:28 Niklas' Neuseeland-Reise02:57 Mit dem Camper...2025-06-1747 min
Aotearoa Adventures: The New Zealand Travel Podcast139: Slow Travel in an EV and Catlins, Dunedin and Oamaru with Mature Flâneur Tim WardCanadian Tim Ward retired early when Covid-19 disrupted his business and found a love for slow travel, as a self-proclaimed Mature Flâneur. Finally finding an excuse to visit New Zealand, he visited with his wife and they maxed out their tourist visa, staying for three months and exploring as much of the country as possible. Tim talks about his favourite experiences in the Catlins, Dunedin and Oamaru, including where to see penguins, waterfalls, unique architecture, quirky steampunk culture and even ghost stories. Tim shares his tips for travelling in an EV as well as his impressions of New Z...2025-05-3052 min
Teaching in Higher EdDisability Is Human - The Vital Power of Accessibility in Everyday Life, with Stephanie CawthonStephanie Cawthon shares about her book, Disability Is Human – The Vital Power of Accessibility in Everyday Life, on episode 561 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast.
Quotes from the episode
We all have disability at one time or another, maybe just not right now.
-Stephanie Cawthon
I think that there is still a sense of surprise when a request is made for some kind of modification.
-Stephanie Cawthon
This idea that accommodations and accessibility is coming at some cost to the abled is a false pretense.
-S...2025-03-1337 min
PMN TongaTongan Language Week celebrations in Oamaru - Tongan Community Leader Frances Mary Latu Fakasi'i'eiki Oakes MNZM, JPWe're joined now on #Pacificdays by Tongan Community Leader Frances Mary Latu Fakasi'i'eiki Oakes MNZM, JP to talanoa about Tongan Language Week celebrations in Oamaru. For more you can check out: Oamaru Pacific Island Community Group. Waitaki Tongan Community Trust - Oamaru. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-08-2210 min
Far Away Neuseeland14 - von Oamaru über Christchurch nach KaikōuraWir beschreiben unsere Erlebnisse in Oamaru, Christchurch und Kaikōura.
In der Rubrik "spurgt?" geht es um Bendix Hallenstein und das von ihm gegründete Unternehmen "Hallenstein Brothers"
Ōamaru: https://www.newzealand.com/de/feature/top-experiences-in-oamaru-waitaki/
Steampunk Headquarter: https://www.steampunkoamaru.co.nz/
Steampunk: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steampunk
Bendix Hallenstein: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bendix_Hallenstein
Kaikōura: https://www.newzealand.com/de/kaikoura/
zu Christchurch
Christchurch: https://www.newzealand.com/de/christchurch/
Riverside Market: https://riverside.nz/
Museum “Quake City”: https://quakecit...2024-05-0131 min
Geo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkMural showing underwater sceneA new mural in Chelmer Street, Oamaru shows an ancient underwater scene - an artists impression of what the Oamaru area was like around 35 million years ago....and what lived there....2024-02-2305 min
のすけのラフラジオ#77🇳🇿 Oamaruでのホームステイに救われた2週間の旅後/Oamaruという街でホームステイ/道中心ここに在らず/残酷に時は進む/孤独感/日本人奥さんとNZ旦那さんと子供2人の家族/気さくな家庭に救われる/可愛い子供に癒される/ホームステイ終了/楽しくてあっという間/子供への接し方を考えさせられる/ホストとして受け入れを考える/クイーンズタウンへ移動/旅を思い出す/懐かしさと寂しさ/人との思い出を鮮明に覚えてる幸せ/ワクワク/これから2週間南島最後の旅2024-02-2234 min
The Agenda"Oamaru Strikes Back"Matt Heath joins Manaia Stewart to preview the 1st T20 against Australia (0:00) and the Mayor of Oamaru striking back against David Warner (8:35). Then the fellas react to being slagged off on right-wing radio (14:18) before talking some Rugba Leeg (17:43) and applying for Silver Ferns Head coach online (24:25). Finally, Manaia presents another 'Half Baked Sports Idea' (27:10).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-02-2032 min
North Otago LegendsInterview With Shelly Bryce (Nee Stephens)From Papakaio to the world, Shelley is the perfect example of where determination, dedication and ambition can take you. Shelley is a former New Zealand tennis number 1, and spent 10 years competing on the world circuit as a tennis professional. She has played with, and against some of the best in the game, and still gives back to the sport through Coaching. Inspirational, and inspiring, Shelley’s story needed to be told.
2023-06-0752 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Helen AlgarA lifetime of commitment and service to Our district is why many of us will know Helen, She is passionate, determined and gets things done. Helen on the podcast was open, honest and real. She did not sugarcoat the tough seasons in life but shares with us how to navigate them and come out the other side with hope and grace. Helen, thank you for standing up again after the storms and showing others how to do the same.
2023-06-011h 04Geo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkLearn about the museums within the Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkThe Geopark is home to numerous museums:
Waitaki Museum in Oamaru
Kurow Museum in Kurow
Waihemo Museum in Palmerston
Whitestone City in Oamaru
Vanished World Centre in Duntroon2023-05-1904 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Chris JacksonDoctor, Oncologist, Senior lecturer, Academic, Husband, Father no matter his title Chris Jackson is a bloody good bloke. From challenging the norms at high school to being a voice for change in the medical profession, Chris is not afraid to stand up for what he believes in. Normally we would say North Otago is better off with people like Chris in it but in this case, ‘New Zealand is better off’. Thanks Dr we appreciate the passion that you bring to the medical profession.
2023-05-111h 02North Otago LegendsInterview With Hayden Meikle - Part 2We left last week's podcast asking Hayden about writing his first book, as far as suspense goes it doesn't get better than this. Will he write a book… Will it be on last names in New Zealand, famous sports personalities or his beloved W.B.H.S?
The wait is over, all will be revealed on today's podcast plus much more.
2023-04-2549 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Hayden Meikle - Part 1One of the most enjoyable Friday nights all year was spent chatting with Hayden Meikle on the podcast. The conversation flowed, anecdotes enjoyable and we didn’t want to leave. Hayden regaled us for well over 1 ½ hours with his story and it's for that reason we have split it into two parts.
If you know Hayden then you’ll love this one.
2023-04-2053 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Peter RaeThe 7th child of 10 from a good North Otago Catholic family Peter Rae enjoyed growing up in North Otago. He may reside in Christchurch and have business interests around New Zealand but he still loves coming home to Oamaru. From ‘Waitaki Transport’ to the ‘Last Post’, Peter's entrepreneurial foresight has left its mark in the history of our district.
2023-03-2848 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Peter LeeAs a young boy growing up in China remembering the Japanese going through his village Peter Lee has traveled a long way. Peter’s journey to North Otago is different than most and very interesting. He is well respected in the community and those that know him well, remember Peter as a very hard worker and great businessman. Thank you for your time Peter.
2023-02-2855 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Kevin MurdochOur interview with Kevin Murdoch was great, Kevin known as the ‘Commodore’ in some circles is passionate about Oamaru and most importantly the harbour. When he is not busy renting cars, disposing of deceased wildlife or teaching young ones to sail you will find Kevin at his art gallery in the old part of town. Pop in and say hi.
2023-02-2154 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Ralph DarlingWith 6 try’s and one drop goal Ralph darling was second highest point scorer for North Otago in the 2019 Heartland rugby competition. He wasn’t a winger, fullback or a first five but a front rower. Will he hang up the boots this season or lace them up for another crack at the title? If you know Ralph he is easy going, laid back and it was great to chat with him on the podcast.
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Kerre Woodham Mornings PodcastGary Towler: Coromandel-Thames Civil Defence controller talks clean-up in the wake of Cyclone GabrielleThe sun might be out but the job isn’t done in the Coromandel, according to Coromandel-Thames Civil Defence controller Gary Towler. The region has experienced massive slips and land instability, compromising its entire roading network. ”Every time our land guys clear a slip, another one comes down right behind them,” Towler told Kerre Woodham Mornings on Newstalk ZB today. A number of houses in the Coromandel have already been red-stickered, Towler confirmed, as staff worked their way through affected areas to check the condition of housing. The other focus is power, w...2023-02-1403 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Hana HalaleleDeputy Mayor, Queens Service Medal recipient, Community leader. No matter the title, Hana Halalele is a blessing to North Otago and the Pasifika community. Hana is very humble, hard working and one of our visionaries. She uses her voice to promote others and that is why Hana is a North Otago Legend. Thanks Hana for everything you do, you’ll never know how many you have helped.
2023-02-071h 01North Otago LegendsInterview With Jimmy McGeownBorn in Belfast, Northern Ireland and moving to Oamaru as a child was a huge move for Jimmy McGeown. Jimmy tells us what it was like to settle in a new land with his family and the opportunities he’s had since. Most in town would know the McGeown family, their quick wit and always ready to lean a hand. Thanks Jimmy we needed a laugh.
2023-01-311h 04North Otago LegendsInterview With Peter BreenWhat can change in four years? Well for Peter Breen the answer is a lot. Today’s podcast was brilliant, to see where a young lad who grew up in the Waitaki district can get to with a little hard work, a dream and the passion to see it all come to pass. Peter has a great story to tell and we were honoured he squeezed us in while back in NZ on holiday, Cheers Pete
2023-01-1053 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Bill KinganYou may know Bill Kingan but did you know he spent many years overseas volunteering in a third world country? Bill and Shirley have taken their skills, knowledge and Kiwi ingenuity into remote villages to be a blessing and make a difference. Bill’s vision for helping others is why we think he is a bit of a legend.
2023-01-0352 minNorth Otago LegendsChristmas Message From Gary & DamienMerry Christmas from Gazza and Damo. Thanks for listening to the podcast and all the best for a successful 2023.
2022-12-2402 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Clare KearneyIn truth Oamaru was only going to be a stepping stone for Clare Kearney, but like most of us she fell in love with the Waitaki District and stayed. We are glad she did as her wealth of governance experience has been needed and appreciated over the years. From School boards to chairing Network Waitaki, Clare has been a vital part of making things tick.
2022-12-2152 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Terry Kent - Part 2Last week's podcast was full of amazing antidotes with Terry Kent letting us into his world. Today we have part 2 and we get to cover all the things that we couldn’t last week. Terry has a gift of telling a story and if you enjoyed last week you appreciate part 2. (In fairness there could have been a part 3 but we had to stop somewhere)
2022-12-2058 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Terry Kent - Part 1You may know Terry Kent from St John’s, or Musical Theatre, or Civil Defense, or 45 South, or any number of things that he does in our community. You may think how can we fit it all into one podcast, The answer is we can’t. Enjoy part 1 with Terry and tune in next week for part 2.
2022-12-141h 01North Otago LegendsInterview With George KelcherGeorge Kelcher is a busy man and he loves a project. Today on the podcast George gives some insight into Road Metals, the North Otago crushing and aggregate supply company, and some of the projects he has been involved in. George also keeps busy being a co-owner of Guthrie Bowron Retail Home Decorating Business and a director of Whitestone Contracting.
2022-12-0750 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Sene NaoupoSene Naoupu is the recently retired Irish rugby vice-captain and part of the New Zealand commentary team for the final of the ‘Women's World Cup’. If you want to be inspired and encouraged about how a young girl from North Otago rose to such great heights, then today's podcast is for you.
2022-11-2959 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Jim HopkinsToday we turned the tables and interviewed a journalist, asking the tough questions and putting him on the spot. Jim Hopkins has been involved with the media most of his life from presenting television shows to talkback radio. Jim graced the golden area of broadcasting, debating and comedy with his wit, charm and verbal dexterity.
2022-11-2356 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Rick SelfeChatting with Rick Selfe today you can see why he’s been successful in business and in life. Easy going with a great communication style we felt we could have talked with Rick for hours. From motorbikes to guitars we cover a lot.
2022-11-151h 04North Otago LegendsInterview With Chris DennisonChris Dennison started well when he rocked up with a coffee for Gary and I. To be fair I had my apprehensions about how interesting talking about wheat for 45mins would be, but how wrong was I. Chris’s natural communication gift along with his interesting life stories led to a fascinating podcast. Chris is in the ‘Guinness World Records’ and that story alone is well worth the listen.
2022-10-2658 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Debbie HendersonIn 1994 Debbie Henderson was the first woman to win the ‘Grand National’ event in New Zealand as a jockey. After 12 years at the top life changed in the blink of an eye. On the podcast we discuss what happens when life is not fair and why you need to smile every day. If you don’t know her or her story you’ll be inspired to get up and keep going.
2022-10-1848 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Father Wayne HealeyMany of us know Father Wayne Healey but how many know what decision in life led him into a lifetime of service? Ft Wayne shares his early years with us and his steps in life that led him to where he is today. Ft Wayne enjoys a laugh and doesn’t take life too seriously, he was a pleasure to interview.
2022-10-1151 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Mike GrayMike Gray has been busy since he moved to the district, from restoring the Tokarahi Homestead to being involved in the Duntroon community. Starting life as an Auzzie hasn’t slowed him down too much and we can now claim him as one of our own. Mike is a key member of the Waitaki Whitestone GeoparMike-Grayk trust and the Vanished World.
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Sideways: The Life of WineS2: Sneak Preview of Sideways NZ - The BookThis is the fourth episode in Series 2.
Rex has done his research on his campervan trip around NZ (thanks to Maryann at Pacific Horizon Campervan Rentals (https://pacifichorizon.co.nz/). Rex is madly typing away and averaging 2,000 words a day and just hit 40,000 words. He's based at Prophet's Rock near Lake Dunstan.
We're back in Sideways territory in a very strong way. In this episode, Rex allows Youie to put on his best fanboy suit and ask questions about the new book - still not completed, of course - without any notice to Rex. The ensuing conversation covers off all s...2022-09-3037 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Phil WilliamsonPhil Williamson is New Zealand's greatest harness racing trainer and is known as “The Trotting Master’. To be honest Gary and I didn’t know Phil or much about his field of expertise but after chatting to him for an hour we were confident enough to put a wee bet on two horses trained by him at the Lates Oamaru races.
2022-09-271h 07North Otago LegendsInterview With Allan McLayAllan Mclay moved to North Otago when he was 15 and never left. He has done so much in, around and for North Otago it’s hard to fit it all into one podcast. The two term Mayor, businessman, visionary and entrepreneur has left his mark on Oamaru.
2022-09-201h 03North Otago LegendsInterview With Lindsay PurvisHe’s an Omarama local and North Otago Legend. Lindsay Purvis is a good man to know, not just for the easy going personality but for the wealth of knowledge he brings to the community. You may remember him as a farmer in Waianakarua or businessman in Omarama but his legacy will be the work he is currently doing with the ‘Otago Rural Support Trust’
2022-09-1451 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Nick ShearerSometimes it’s amazing what we don’t know about others. For example Nick Shearer has scaled New Zealand's tallest peak Mt Cook/Aoraki five times. Nick was there when 12 million cubic meters fell off the mountain in the 1991 landslide causing it to lose 10 meters in height.
Today's podcast is a fantastic listen and maybe you’ll be inspired to conquer your own mountains.
2022-09-0654 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Bruce AlbistonThere are not too many in North Otago that know as much about our history as Bruce Albiston. Bruce’s passion for Historic buildings and local history is contagious. From owning Burnside Homestead to planning the ‘Scott Centenary’ Bruce has left his mark for future generations to come.
2022-08-3058 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Ele LudermannThe highs and the lows have never stopped Ele Ludemann but the tough times have defined her and made her stronger. Ele is open and honest with Gary and I on the podcast and also shares her involvement within the community. Chatting with Ele today was good for the soul and helps you appreciate the many blessings we take for granted.
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North Otago LegendsInterview With Ele LudermannThe highs and the lows have never stopped Ele Ludemann but the tough times have defined her and made her stronger. Ele is open and honest with Gary and I on the podcast and also shares her involvement within the community. Chatting with Ele today was good for the soul and helps you appreciate the many blessings we take for granted.
2022-08-2354 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With John MacDonaldHow many people in their eighties can still play tennis three times per week? Well John MacDonald can and he still hits a few winners. John also talks about changes in the district after WW2 and what a young lad had to do to earn one shilling and what that would buy in town.
2022-08-1651 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Russell GoodsirToday we interviewed Russell Goodsir and recorded some important history of our district. Russell helped build the rail bridge across the Waitaki and worked on the Benmore dam. He has built the retaining walls around Oamaru and laid thousands of pavers for St Kevins drive. On top of all this he was a New Zealand tug-of-war champion and a keen fisherman.
2022-08-0949 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Graeme Clark (Clarkie The Sparkie)If an event is happening in Oamaru there is every chance that Graeme Clark is involved behind the scenes somewhere. From Victorian heritage celebrations to the Penguin Club. Clarkie is the Chair of the ‘Whitestone Civic Trust’ that does a lot of great work preserving our heritage buildings for future generations. Find out what his favourite heritage building is and why.
2022-08-0253 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Adair CraikHeart of gold is how I would describe Adair Craik. Adair is a multi talented sports women and business leader in North Otago. She is not afraid to roll up her sleeves and get things done. A big part of her business is focused on non-profit organizations and a big part of her spare time is helping the next generation of athletics have all the opportunities available to them.
2022-07-2659 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Jock WebsterScientist, farmer, director, trustee and QSM, Jock Webster is a busy man in our community. In today’s podcast we talk about the many benefits that irrigation has brought to North Otago and the humble sunflower that has helped create a successful business. Jock is a family man and has passed onto his children a legacy that continues to bless the community.
2022-07-1954 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Derek BeveridgeIt’s Sergeant Beveridge.
Many young people have uttered the words ‘It’s Sergeant Beveridge’ over the last 36 years, some because they were on the wrong side of the law and others because it was Derek who believed in them and was there when they needed someone they could trust. Derek has helped more teenagers than he cares to remember, and North Otago is glad he did. Thanks Derek.
2022-07-1249 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Al BellKo te joker e pai ana ki te ora (The joker who enjoys life)
He calls himself the class clown or joker but in truth Al Bell just loves life and doesn’t take it too seriously. Today’s podcast was a laugh and if Mr Bell taught you over the years you’ll know why. Al shares about teaching in the district and opens up about his art and why it’s a passion.
2022-07-0559 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Kristy JenningsFrom ‘Beauty Queen’ to ‘Godzone’
Kristy Jennings (Wilson) shares with us where life can take you when you say yes. A truly remarkable story of opportunities and persistence, overcoming fears and pushing yourself to the limit. Kristy is humble in her achievements and still a proud North Otago girl.
2022-06-2833 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Barry WilsonA Businessman, hunter, and good bloke.
Today we set out to chat with Barry Wilson about hunting in North Otago but got so much more. Barry shares some history of the district when recounting his first job and we found out what it takes to create a wetland for the community to enjoy.
2022-06-2147 minNorth Otago LegendsChatting With Sally Ann
Every town needs a Sally Ann Donnelly. Someone who is hard working, a visionary and generous. Sal is unique and always puts others 1st, she has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity and gives freely of her own time to see the community blessed. Sal, North Otago loves you.
2022-06-1433 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Kelli WilliamsDr. Seuss said it best when he said: "Kid, you’ll move mountains!" "Wherever you fly, you’ll be best of the best. Wherever you go, you will top all the rest." “Oh the places you’ll go! - We think this sums up Kelli Williams, and after listening to her podcast you'll see why.
2022-06-0752 minNorth Otago LegendsThe Chase Of A Gold Medal Pt2Four rowers, one cox and an exceptional coach put North Otago on the map in 1962. Win Stephens and his crew had the support of the entire district as he chased Gold at the Commonwealth Games. In part Two Win Stevens Continues to tell his story. Will the Oamaru four of Win Stephens, Bill Smedley, George Paterson and Keith Heselwood bring home the gold and what will the district do to celebrate if they do? Win raps up part 2 for us and shares more history of some true Legends.
2022-05-3138 minNorth Otago LegendsThe Chase Of A Gold MedalFour rowers, one cox and an exceptional coach put North Otago on the map in 1962. Win Stephens and his crew had the support of the entire district as he chased Gold at the Commonwealth Games.
2022-05-2436 minNorth Otago LegendsAn Olympic DreamHow far can you push your body, what is a normal heart rate for a competing athlete? On todays podcast we chat with Logan Docherty a young man chasing an Olympic dream.
2022-05-1736 minNorth Otago LegendsInterview With Ian HurstGary and Damien interview Ian Hurst, former All Black and North Otago legend!
Ian tells a good story and shares about his first All Blacks tour and what it was like playing alongside some of the greats. Ian also answers the question circulating around about a hole in one on a world famous golf course. Ian has offered to come back on the podcast one day, so if you have any questions for him let us know.
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Geo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkHutchesons Quarry in the Glen Warren Reserve OamaruListen here to find out how to access this site, and what the outcrops here tell us of Oamaru's past. 2022-03-1104 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkPublic talk 17 February in OamaruOur first public talk for 2022 is going to be held at the Scottish Hall in Oamaru on Thursday 17 February 6 - 7pm. Come along to Listen to Nick Mortimer from GNS talking on Gondwana - Zealandia - Waitaki.2022-02-1102 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkDiscovery Trail in the Oamaru Public GardensCome along to the launch of this self guided trail - or pick up a copy at a later date from the Waitaki Aquatic Centre and the Oamaru Library.2021-07-0202 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkRead about the Geopark in the New Zealand HeraldRecently a journalist from the New Zealand Herald spent some time in the Geopark. Read all about her experiences at https://www.whitestonegeopark.nz/media
The title of the article is "New Zealand road trip - discover the power of Waitaki"
Visit the Waitaki and Oamaru Visitor Centre to discover more of the Geopark.2020-11-0602 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkWaitaki and Oamaru Visitor CentreThe Geopark now has a space in the Waitaki and Oamaru Visitor Centre. Visit Thurs through Monday 10am until 4pm to learn more about the Geopark. 2020-10-3002 min
The Happy Saver Podcast - Personal Finance in New Zealand47. Matching income with expectations is the secret.MONEY JOURNEYS - EPISODE 47
What's In This Episode?So often people tell me that they ‘wish their parents had talked to them more about money’ when they were growing up. Well, in today’s podcast that’s exactly what happened. Nina was homeschooled and part of her education involved investing in the share market and preparing from the age of just 13 to cover the cost of her future university degree. Now in her late 20’s and living in the South Island town of Oamaru with her husband and three small children she is feeling content with the j...2020-10-1436 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkSchool visitOur geoeducator visits a school to talk about the geology of Oamaru.2020-09-1103 min
A Kiwi OriginalA Kiwi Original - highlights & themes from the first 50 episodesThank you to our most dedicated listeners who have been on this journey to uncover uniquely Kiwi stories contributing to New Zealand’s future. In this highlight episode you’ll hear the emergence of five themes that have surfaced over the last 50 episodes. So far you’ve been introduced to honey makers, cab ute fitters, children’s furniture turners, dog roll wrappers to Nelson based music rappers… beautiful house downpipe makers… medicine plant medicine growers…. hunting rifle bipod machiners… ironclad pan forgers… and the high tech software coders, app developers, ecommerce builders… fire protection system makers…vet tech builders… the list...2020-08-2745 min
A Kiwi OriginalA Kiwi Original - Stefan Powell | Dawn Aerospace 050Space. The final frontier. New Zealander Stefan Powell is on a mission to make space more accessible. Not from rockets. But from space planes like the Aurora II and the Aurora III which will be taking off from Oamaru airport and other New Zealand airports... before we know it.In this 50th episode special, I speak with Stefan Powell, the Chief Technology Officer for Dawn Aerospace. We talk about the trillion dollar space manufacturing industry that is on the horizon and how Dawn Aerospace is opening up the transport pathways to enable multi-day...2020-08-2641 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkJuly 2020 Public talk reflectionOur public talk in July was a huge success with Brian Miller talking about Zealandia as well as the Oamaru volcano. After the talk a number of people walked from the Oamaru library (where the talk was held) to the Geopark pop-up shop to look at resources there and to ask any questions they may have.2020-07-3103 min
Kiwi TripstersWaitaki Whitestone Aspiring Geopark, New Zealand town Oamaru, British Colombia and WellingtonHosts Mike Yardley and Chris Lynch bring you episode 19 of Kiwi Tripsters. In this episode, Mike explores Australasia's first Geopark, the Waitaki Whitestone aspiring Geopark and New Zealand town Oamaru. They discover British Colombia and the sea to sky highway before finishing off in New Zealand's capital windy Wellington2020-07-1732 minKiwi TripstersWaitaki Whitestone aspiring Geopark, Oamaru New Zealand, British Colombia Canada, WellingtonHosts Mike Yardley and Chris Lynch bring you episode 19 of Kiwi Tripsters. In this episode, Mike explores Australasia's first Geo-park, Waitaki Whitestone aspiring Geopark. The hosts discuss Sea to Sky highway in British Colombia, Canada before finishing off in New Zealand's windy capital Wellington.2020-07-1732 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkPublic Talk for July 2020Come along to the Oamaru Library in Thames St on Thursday 16th July 2020 at 6 - 7pm to hear Brian Miller talk on the following topics:
"What is a Geopark and why is the Waitaki District special?
The formation of New Zealand and the discovery of Zealandia
How an undersea volcano created the Victorian town of Oamaru"2020-07-1002 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkSasha Says - Website and diatomitesSasha Says - Website and Diatomites
Real Radio: Time to talk Geopark. Joined as usual by the Geoeducator Sasha Morriss. Sasha, what are we talking about this week?
Geoeducator: Hi, Dan. Yeah, this week I'd just like to talk a little bit about our Web site that we are continuously updating at the moment. Now, the Web site for people that don't know is www.whitestonegeopark.nz. Now on the web site you can learn everything about the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark right from the overall picture, to the development, to the history of Zealandia. So...2020-05-2002 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkSasha Says - Volcanoes and updates on GeositesSasha Says volcanoes and updates on Geosites
30 April 2020
Geoeducator: So I've been working on some activities to do with volcanoes this last week. So people may be aware that we have a number of very very old volcanoes in the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark. I guess the most prominent ones will be the one at Oamaru here. So that's at the Cape. So that was around 35, 40 million years ago that that had a whole lot of activity. But we also have a number of other centres of volcanic activity around the Geopark as well. So on...2020-05-1804 min
Kiwis in BusinessEp 3- Exploring aerial photography with Emma WillettsEmma Willetts is a professional wedding and landscape photographer based in Oamaru, who is making a name for herself with her aerial abstracts, which she’s captured through the lens of her camera while thousands of feet up in the air. She talks to Linda about how travelling the world for nearly a decade on a super-yacht inspired her to learn photography and turn it into a full-time job. Check out Emma's photographic prints here: www.emmawillettsprints.com2020-05-1515 min
A Kiwi OriginalA Kiwi Original - Simon Berry | Whitestone Cheese 013Whitestone Cheese goes beyond simply making cheese by innovating on old world styles to create entirely new flavour profiles that Kiwis love. The innovation of Shenley Station Blue is one of many examples covered in this episode. We also discuss the impact of Covid-19 on trade and draw on Simon's three decades of experience in food production to provide advice for newer operators.4 mins 10 seconds The Oamaru business community and its foodie base.5 min 08 seconds The environment as a base building block of good milk to make cheese.7 mins 45 seconds The W...2020-04-1153 min
A Maverick Traveller: The Podcasts of Mary Jane WalkerFrom Oamaru to TimaruIn this post, I travel north from Oamaru to the similarly-named town of Timaru, stopping off at Waimate. If Oamaru is the 'whitestone city', Oamaru is bluestone (meaning basalt) and granite, courtesy of a nearby volcano named Mt Horrible. Perhaps the most remarkable attraction is the Te Ana Rock Art Centre, which showcases Māori cave drawings of the utmost amazingness!2020-03-3010 min
A Maverick Traveller: The Podcasts of Mary Jane Walker‘I can’t believe I haven’t stayed here before!’ The Wonderland of OamaruThis is a post about Oamaru, an amazingly historic town in northern Otago, New Zealand. It's the home of the famous writer Janet Frame, and a town that's obvously had a lot of community investment over the years.2020-03-3012 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkPop-up shop - Plesiosaur & The Lee fossil collectionGeopark Sasha – Pop-up shop
Radio announcer: Time to talk Geopark once again joined by the Geoeducator Sasha Morriss. Sasha, what are we talking about this week?
geoeducator: Yeah, hi. Today we're gonna be talking about our pop-up shop. So it's in number 27 Thames Street in Oamaru. We just opened last Monday. So we're going to be open Monday through Friday, 12:30 through to 4:30.
Radio announcer: Okay. So what can people see in the pop-up shop.
geoeducator: Right, so first of all, when you approach the shop, you'll notice that it's all been pa...2020-03-2003 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkKatiki - kekeno (fur seals) and hoiho (yellow eyed penguins) and a lighthouse!GEOPark - Sasha Says - Katiki – kekeno (fur seals), hoiho (yellow eyed penguins) and a lighthouse!
Real Radio: Time to talk Geopark, joined once again by the Geoeducator Sasha Morriss. Unusual to see you with a map in front of you. You like maps, don't you?
Geoeducator: I love maps Dan. Everyone should know - I love maps. And actually, I went out in the field yesterday. I've been asking about quite a lot. And I took my map. It was great, because we took all the back roads and we did not get lost, whi...2020-03-0102 min
Stuff That Matters NowRuth Kibble: CEO, Oamaru HospitalRoll your sleeves up and build an awesome team to turn a provincial hospital around. How hard can it be? Yeah right! I was keen to interview in the middle of ’s transformation, to learn how she’s wrangled this complex beast so quickly. I got to meet her management team on the day of the interview and could sense the amount of goodwill towards their CEO, even though their world has been turned upside down. That is not achieved through simple luck! Ruth chose our sponsor’s () 2015 Pinot Noir.2020-02-2757 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkPop up shop part 2 AND MAPS!Geopark - Sasha Says – Pop up shop and maps
Geoeducator: We're in the pop up shop, which is and Thames St in Oamaru. So we're going to be opening in March time as a kind of information centre for people to drop by, learn about what the Geopark is, and some of the things on offer. So we're currently just renovating, getting our displays ready, painting - we're going to have this very impressive mural of a plesiosaur the entire length of the building, which I imagine that lots of kids who are into prehistoric creatures will lo...2020-02-2403 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkOamaru volcanoGeopark - Sasha M – Oamaru Volcano 2019
Real Radio: Time to Geopark once again. And with the Geoeducator Sasha Morriss. Now this week, we're going to talk about the differences of some of the structures that you can see around town.
Geoeducator: Yes that's right. So just when people are out and about around town, I thought it would be quite interesting for people to look at the differences in maybe the bridges, and the buildings and walls. A lot of them are made from local stone. So the idea goes that when you're building something, you...2020-02-1303 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkWaitaki Whitestone Geopark DossierGeopark - Sasha M dossier 2019
Real Radio: Time to talk Geopark,joined as usual by Geoeducator Sasha Morriss. Now, Sasha, you've got a dossier in front of you. Does it make for interesting reading?
Geoeducator: It does. Look the dossier is now available in several places around the district, which I'll go through soon. And it's not a not a massive document, but it is jam packed with information. It's really readable all about the geology of our area. Interesting sites to see, the history of our area. And I just encourage people to have a...2020-02-1202 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkSasha says- Answer facebook questions about Otekaike vs OtiakeWaitaki whitestone geopark Geo-educator, Sasha, answered a Facebook enquiry about what the limestone is actually called, Otekaike or Otiake.
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Radio Announcer: Time to talk Geopark and joined by the Geopark Educator Sasha Morriss. Now, you've had a question come in via the website, Sasha.
Geoeducator: That's right. Yeah, it actually came in on our Facebook page. We had a group of kids from Duntroon School out with Sophie Briggs, one of our Geoeducators with the School Rocks. She took the kids out on a really exciting field trip. They went to several...2019-12-1702 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkSasha says - Victorian Heritage Weekend 2019Sasha shared her experience in the 2019 Oamaru Victortian Festival.
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Real Radio: What was the major point of interest for people?
Geoeducator: Well one of the main things that people were wanting to talk to us a bit about was, you know, what is a Geopark? And we had some really interesting exhibits there that attracted kids en masse. So we had there was a big tray there full of big hunk of limestone, which got smaller and smaller as the day went on. At one point, it was completely surrounded. You could n...2019-11-2803 min
The Department of Conversation with Pat BrittendenJulia Grace : Mental WellnessKeynote Speaker, Award-winning Singer/Songwriter, Writer/Teacher, Mental Wellness Advocate, Julia is in town after an evening in Oamaru talking mental wellness.
Pat's known Julia personally for many years so we're likely to go places in this chat that may differ from other conversations...for better or worse 😁
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https://goo.gl/GQkfpS2019-11-251h 16Geo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkMeet the new Geo-educator, Sasha MorrissThe Waitaki Whitestone Geopark Trust has appointed a geo-educator to help educate the community on the district’s geology. Sasha Morriss, who has a masters degree in geology from Otago University, has been appointed to the role.
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Real Radio host: Time to talk GeoPark and joined by the new Geoeducator, Sasha Morriss. Sasha, new to the role only been in it a week.
Geoeducator: That's right. Yes I started last Tuesday.
Real Radio host: Okay. So what does a Geoeducator role do? What do you, what's the job?
Geo...2019-11-0502 minGeo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkWhitestone geopark trustee, Helen Jansen, explains the ideas behind Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkCo-chair Helen Jansen was on Real Radio 104 and talked about what a Geopark is and its great opportunities for the community. Missed it? No problem, you can listen to it here.
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Host:Right, time to talk about Geopark. And we are joined by Helen Jansen, one of the trustees of the Whitestone Waitaki Geopark project. How are you doing?
Helen: Absolutely splendid. It's a great day. Absolutely. Thank you for coming in. It's an opportunity for Waitaki to take advantage of a framework. That is a globally recognized framework based on the g...2019-09-2403 min
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Frage der Folge: Wie war es in Neuseeland?
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