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Coromind Magazine - Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 1godz 5min

Welcome to the Full Audio Version of Coromind Magazine, Issue 42 - June, 2026. Visit www.coromind.nz for more. www.coromind.nz www.coromind.nz

Guest Editorial – Brandon Amoamo - Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 3min

A reflective guest editorial from Brandon Amoamo on what it means to be raising mokopuna in Aotearoa today. Blending humour, cultural commentary, and sharp observation, he looks toward the future with questions about environment, society, and legacy, while celebrating the spirit of Coromind and its “Corocreators” shaping a more hopeful path forward. www.coromind.nz

Te Toi o Matariki - The Art of Matariki - Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 1min

Make sure you mark 10 July in your calendar for the Matariki Festival happening in Kūaotunu. Te Toi o Matariki will provide an opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate the Māori new year. www.coromind.nz

Tanya Finlayson - Featured Artist - Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 3min

Tairua artist Tanya Finlayson loves doing things that take a long time! She loves the challenge. And the intricate art that she creates does demand patience, commitment and a lot of time. It also requires talent. www.coromind.nz

The Tavern, The Yarns, The Madness: How the Coromandel Helped Shape Cult Kiwi Film The Tavern - Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 3min

A Kiwi cult comedy with roots deeper than its Waikato setting, The Tavern carries the spirit of the Coromandel through its characters, stories, and soundtrack of local life. Writer and creator Matt Hicks reflects on over a decade spent in the region’s pubs, festivals, and back-room yarns that helped shape the film’s heart. From grassroots screenings to national success, this is a story of how a small-town film found its voice, and its audience. www.coromind.nz

A Quiet Revolution in Your Bank Account: Open Banking in NZ - Tech for Everyday People Series – Brought to You by ShopLocal.nz - Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 4min

What if your bank account worked for you instead of your bank? In this edition of Tech for Everyday People, David Crompton explores the rise of open banking in New Zealand and how it could make payments faster, reduce fees, improve financial tools, and give consumers more control over their money and data. www.coromind.nz

Walking Songs Pt 1: A Show Carried Across Mountains and Motorways by Milly Moon - Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 5min

Milly Moon shares the story behind a solo show that grew from footsteps on remote trails into a heartfelt performance toured across Aotearoa and beyond. Blending music, storytelling, grief, love, and connection, this is a reflection on creativity, courage, and the unexpected ways art can touch people’s lives. www.coromind.nz

Bloody Gravity! The Day the Mountain Bit Back by Steven Knowles - Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 3min

A steep ski run, a confident beginner, and an unforgettable lesson in gravity. In this light-hearted story, a family day on the slopes turns into a dramatic downhill slide when young Finn discovers that gravity never takes a break. A humorous reflection on falls, spills, and why sometimes the blame belongs to physics, not people. www.coromind.nz

A Hammer and a Camera: The Art of Peter Felix Muller by Leonardo Magri - Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 6min

When you talk to Peter Felix Muller, you get the sense that he’s never been in a rush. That’s not to say he hasn’t achieved a lot – he’s done plenty. But his approach to art, whether it’s behind a camera or at the jeweller’s bench, has always been more about flow than force. www.coromind.nz

Cuppa Words - 'Riven with Tears' and I am falling into you' - Brought to you by The Eggsentric Cafe – Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 3min

Cuppa Words is a space dedicated to expression. In this edition: Riven with tears by Helen Oliver and I am falling into you by Yaning Ma Foreman www.coromind.nz

The Coromandel Soundscape of Purple Pilgrims by Nur Peach – Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 5min

Clementine and Valentine Nixon, aka Purple Pilgrims, are sisters who make music together. At times playful, ethereal or hauntingly enigmatic, their ever-evolving sound is hard to categorise but certainly falls into the alternative realm. www.coromind.nz

Proud to Be Local brought to you by CFM - Liam Ryan – Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 8min

Proud to be Local is our inspirational feature, highlighting Coromandel Peninsula folks doing wonderful things in our community. In this edition, Liam Ryan. Supported by Rob Holding. www.coromind.nz

Goat Control – Brought to you by the Department of Conservation (DOC) - Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 3min

Walk through a healthy Coromandel forest and you’ll notice the understorey thriving, young seedlings emerging, ferns unfurling, and shrubs providing food and shelter for native wildlife. One of the biggest pressures on this vital layer of the forest comes from wild goats, which can strip vegetation and hinder regeneration. Learn more about goat control in the Coromandel here! www.coromind.nz

Ross’ Ramblings - The Joy of Joining a Writers’ Group – Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 7min

I joined the Mercury Bay Writers when it was formed back in February. We meet once a month and are given a topic and/or genre to write a 500-word piece about. Our first assignment was to create ‘a dialogue’ and the second was to write ‘A descriptive mishap’. I would like to share my attempts with you, so here they are. www.coromind.nz

Whitianga Oceans Festival 2026: Where Coast Meats Country – Coromind Issue 42, 2026 31.05.2026 4min

It’s been over 20 years since Whitianga started a local festival in celebration of the local seafood and coastal culture – and with the 21st event taking place on the Whitianga marina waterfront on 19 September, it’s time to reflect on why the Whitianga Oceans Festival is still one of New Zealand’s most loved regional food and lifestyle events! www.coromind.nz

Coromind Magazine - Issue 41, 2026 30.04.2026 52min

Welcome to the Full-Audio version of Coromind Magazine, Issue 41 - May, 2026. Visit www.coromind.nz for more. www.coromind.nz

Guest Editorial – Lia Priemus - Coromind Issue 41, 2026 30.04.2026 1min

When we clapped eyes on the first issue of Coromind, it was like “WOW”, such a beautiful, colourful and classy magazine in the cafe … free to take. www.coromind.nz

Featured Artist – John Quellin - Coromind Issue 41, 2026 30.04.2026 2min

Surfing inspired my affinity with the ocean and my motivation to paint it. I first surfed in Whangamatā, and it has always been a special place for me, so its world-class waves are a pleasure to paint. www.coromind.nz

Empowering Our People to Grow, Collect and Prepare Kai – Brought to You by Te Korowai - Coromind Issue 41, 2026 30.04.2026 5min

On a gloomy Thursday morning, as a heavy rain warning loomed over Hauraki, a group of whānau (people) gathered at the waharoa (entrance) of Kerepēhi Marae, awaiting the karanga (welcome call) that would welcome them in. www.coromind.nz

From Cape Cod Shores to Coromandel Sands Series: Red Roses and Red Tape in NZ by Hilary Emerson Lay - Coromind Issue 41, 2026 30.04.2026 5min

To date, I’ve spent $9,204 NZD on visas alone. I still have another $315 to go when I apply for Permanent Residency in 2027, and $560 more if I decide to go for NZ citizenship in 2032. I knew it would be expensive, but it ended up being about $4,000 more than I’d expected, thanks to both an extra, unexpected medical exam and Immigration nearly doubling its fees – with very little warning – in October 2024. www.coromind.nz