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Life in lockdown, Kiwi style
There is a Te Reo Māori word: Rāhui.
Rāhui is a sacred practice that follows the basic philosophy…

The New Normal
With rumours of lockdown being listed, it’s not surprising that people are beginning to wonder what…

The Little Things and the Big Things
By Carrie Foster
Shhhh…. Can you hear that? The sound of birds tweeting and the sparrows flapping…

The Youth of Today By Ruth Foulkes
The youth of today have power and insight
They have the world at their fingertips
They have freedom…

Mothers
Bu Ruth Foulkes
Being mother to these three is the greatest joy.
I have a mother who loves…

My Mum Fran By Kirsty Mellor
Mum, grandma, sister and friend,
Baking, cooking and caring no end.
Today it’s your day, and I just…

Mum’s the Word: Some history and a limerick.
It would not be unrealistic to think that mothers’ day has its origins in a greeting card company’s…

Who wears the trousers?
How a humble laundrywoman’s daughter challenged the fashion industry and liberated 20th century women.…

Don’t stop believing … By Gemma Stow
One of the most important and the most difficult things to do is believe in yourself.
To fully believe,…

Women Of The World – Corners of the World By Sarah Tyley
Corners of the World.
How does living in rural France impact on me as a Woman? Well: I recognise…