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While Matariki is widely known as the marker of the Māori New Year, in regions like Te Taihauāuru, parts of Northland, and the South Island, we look first to Puanga – a star just as important in our skies and stories.

What’s clear now is that Coromind is more than a magazine. We’re a platform. One that produces and promotes events, partners with incredible creatives and businesses, and offers an online outlet where the world can see what makes our corner ...

Impressionist, quirky, cartoon-like painter and sculptor Cindy Alger was born and raised in Coromandel. Cindy paints around 20 paintings per year, but has aimed at ensuring her paintings are priced to be accessible to collectors who may not ...

Whether you’re a first-time language learner or an experienced polyglot, the language learning process always comes with its own unique challenges. Luckily, you can apply some excellent language-learning tips and strategies to make the journ...

The women who settled in Thames during the gold rush of 1867 came from a variety of backgrounds and circumstances, which influenced their standing in the community. All classes were drawn to the goldfields by the prospect of striking it rich...

Ancient spiritual traditions and modern quantum physics each suggest everything in the universe including humans is composed of vibrating energy. This energy field, often referred to as the ‘life force’, Ka (an ancient Egyptian term) or ‘chi...

In today’s world, having digital skills and internet access is essential for staying connected and being involved. But not everyone has the same opportunities to participate in this digital landscape, and the ‘digital divide’ can seriously a...

From her home in Whitianga, where her roots run deep through generations of family, Sandy Gaskell has been quietly and powerfully expressing stories of Aotearoa through the intricate, absorbing world of te whatu kākahu.

Proud to be Local is our inspirational feature, highlighting homegrown Coromandel Peninsula folks doing wonderful things out in the world. In this edition, Monica Harris. Brought to you by Ron Morgan and Coromandel's CFM.

In 1973, due to civil and religious unrest, travellers were advised to avoid areas of southern Thailand, so my travel buddy Nigel and I decided to head for Koh Samui Island.

For more than 80 million years, New Zealand’s native species evolved without mammalian predators. Now, more than 4,000 of Aotearoa’s native species are threatened or at risk of extinction. They face threats from possums, rats, stoats, other ...

Imagine an apple slice left out on the bench. After a while, it turns dull, dry, and wrinkly. Now picture your skin exposed to winter air without protection – losing bounce, hydration and glow day after day. So, how do we keep that juicy, fr...

Just like your car, your plumbing needs regular maintenance to keep everything running smoothly! Small issues like leaks, slow drains, or low water pressure can turn into big (and expensive) problems if left unchecked. Let’s catch those snea...

Gold prices are high, and big companies are coming to our area planning to extract it. They aim to mine in and under the forests and mountains – and, as seen in Waihī, even beneath our homes.

This Matariki, three unapologetically Māori voices—Jason Tahatika, Roimata Taimana, and Walter Baker—bring bold, powerful new work to Kūaotunu in a special exhibition titled The Three Fried Bread and a Doughnut. Their ...

Coromind Magazine Issue 29Full Audio Version

Coromind Editorial - Issue 29, 2025

New Zealand-born artist Ross Paul Dunn has long explored the complex relationship between humans, animals and the environment through his creative work. His paintings often weave narratives that challenge viewers to reflect on the way people...

While browsing through the museum collections, I was drawn to a photo of a gentleman in a uniform, with a number of medals pinned to his jacket. He appeared to have dressed carefully for the photo, with a sense of pride in his appearance and...

Kupe, the legendary Polynesian explorer, journeyed from the Pacific to Aotearoa on the Matawhaorua, a great double-hulled waka. According to tradition, Kupe was ‘chasing a wheke’ – a giant octopus – which metaphorically describes how he and ...

I clearly remember the purpose that brought me to Hot Water Beach sixty years ago – looking for a site for a family beach home with room for gardening. I was 15 years old. My parents came down and bought a beachfront section and a DIY beach ...

Eggsentric Café operators Sam Fowell and Rachel Saunders are showing that hospitality and sustainability go hand in hand.

In the last five issues of Coromind, I took you on a trip, sharing my insights into the great food and drinks you’ll find in our lovely Hauraki-Coromandel region. For this last article, I wrap up with a few special thi...

Gaming isn’t just for teenagers – it’s a cultural phenomenon for millions of people around the world, including a lot of adults. It’s more than just a way to pass the time; gaming lets people explore different identities, build skills and co...