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about promoting New Zealand in
Sweden; missing fantails from Europe; gang violence; an unsung Mt Everest hero; and more.
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January
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Wally, Marketing, Sydney
I am looking for a London chef/catering company/restaurant owner that
is interested in hangi food. 2 years ago 4 of us coussies from Sydney
developed a portable hangi oven (similar to the Italian outdoor cooking
oven) that reproduces the genuine Maori underground
"earthy-hangi" taste. It can easily cook for 20 people or 120
people, 30 stories up, in a desert, or on the deck of a yacht 50 miles out
at sea. You don't need a hole in the ground anymore! We have staged a Kiwi
paddock (with Maori entertainment) inside a dining room for a black tie
dinner for 30. The difference is we incorporate international cuisine and
use flavours/menus from around the world which takes the hangi food taste
to a totally different level. The oven is versatile enough to cook mussels
in garlic, wine and cream for the last 10 minutes of the 3 hour cycle,
lamb is marinated in Mediterranean oil and herbs and stuffed with mango
and oyster chutney. Pork is marinated for 24 hours inside an oriental
sauce. contact@nzedge.com
Wed Apr 25 22:59:16
2007
Kim, Researcher, Pyrmont, NSW
I am doing some research about NZ and what is unique about it in the
modern world. It seems that NZ is known for its natural life, sheep, bungy
jumping and rugby. Is this still the case in 2007 or are some of the
innovations in film, fashion, technology etc creating a new face for NZ.
If so, how has the perception of NZ changed throughout the world and what
is the unique selling point of NZ now? It would be great if you could help
me with this or point me in the right direction - are there some great new
businesses that are changing the image of NZ globally? Are there any
websites or books I could look at? I am also interested in individual
people's point of view on this topic - any personal thoughts would also be
brilliant. Thank you. From one kiwi to another. contact@nzedge.com
Tue 24 April 12:56
2007
Fiona, Journalist/Editor, Melbourne
I'm a freelance writer from Melbourne and write for various
publications in US, UK, Australia and NZ. I'm currently working on a
feature for Pulp in NZ looking at NZers doing really well in creative
fields overseas. I would love to hear from NZers overseas, preferably in
Europe (not including UK) and USA. contact@nzedge.com.
Fri Apr 13 11:28:06
2007
Thoroughbred Horse Breeder, Toronto
This is a very interesting web page. I am planning to move to New Zealand
with my daughter in a few years. I have a NZ passport as my father stayed
a landed immigrant. Thank you for helping me dream a little more clearly.
Thu Mar 30 16:20:05
2006
Owner/Entrepreneur, Brisbane
We came to OZ in '99, thought we'd give it five years see how we go, make
some money, and eventually return home. Well, it's going on seven years
now, and ever since we arrived here, we've wanted to return back home,
BUT, the only thing that has kept us here has been the money and the
opportunities. After three years we brought our first home, all with one
income and three kids. We are now looking at selling up, we're a bit
nervous, no jobs to return to, have the people changed? It is a big risk
but at least now we'll have enough for a deposit for our own home back in
NZ (providing we can find work, or if I can find an opportunity to run
with). My reason for returning home...My 3 boys, are 9, 6 & 5, the two
little ones have never been to NZ, I haven't returned once since I left,
couldn't afford to, not even when my youngest brother passed away. So, for
me it will be a bitter-sweet return.
Fri Mar 31 22:58:45
2006
Allan, Journalist, London
NZEdge is an excellent concept and the site
is slick, informative, inspiring and professional. I've been away 17 years
and English friends are still asking "Don't you miss it?" and
I'm still replying "Only every f@**ing day". Keep me in touch.
Mon Mar 27 19:58:43
2006
Joseph, Boat Builder, JinHua, China
I have been living/working in China
for a while now to establish a boat factory. We use NZ designers,
engineers and expertise and want to promote our facility as unique due to
our NZ factor. I have just discovered your website and am impressed. Keep
it up.
Sun Mar 26 23:11:52
2006
Ali, Network Engineer, Abu Dhabi, Armenia
I am happy that I found you, I was quite looking for something like this,
which connects all New Zealanders. I have been away from NZ for about a
year and miss it already. Thanks guys for your great work.
Sat Mar 18 17:45:07
2006
Azian, Studying, Auckland
All through the years gangs have been a menace to society they are only
strong because of the family structure they offer to those who have in
some way or another lost their natural family. Of course gangs turn to
crime and drugs as a source of easy and quick income. It is all they know
as that is what they grew up with. First it was weed that was the main
source of income for gangs and still is in some cases now with the
introduction of ice and Asian gangs they have been forced to change their
tactics it is as we call it a movement of the times. You say you are
trying to stop it but how can you the income from drugs is too great and
when a new product phases in that will take over ice that's life. What you
should do is start funding initiatives for gang members to stop the cycle
from continuing and set up places where youths will feel like they're in a
family sure have the gangs but have them with a proper income from a legit
business and find a new buzz to replace the drugs. People take drugs and
etc because of something that's missing in their life. You will never stop
the supply till you stop the demand for it.
Sun Mar 19 3:10:51
2006
Answer from Denis O'Reilly: You are right. Family (real family) is the
answer and demand reduction the sustainable strategy (although there needs
to be some kickass for those that won't play ball). D.
Michael, University Instructor, Modesto, USA
Greetings. I am writing a novel, based on times when I lived in New
Zealand, and wish I still did. How many nautical miles from Cape Reinga to
Wellington is my question. Thank you for any help, I am unable to find the
answer and my books do not give enough info to render an answer.
contact@nzedge.com Respectfully Michael Von Haack Yankee who loved New
Zealand so much. Lived at Bay of Islands
Thu Mar 16 10:31:04
2006
Adam, UK
I have recently started a new internet and speed dating site for
antipodeans in the UK and Ireland called www.antipodate.com . The site is
free to join and contact members and provides a good service for Kiwis and
other Antipodeans in the UK.
Tue Feb 28 13:35:54
2006
John, Manager, Methods Engineering, Summerside, Prince Edward
Island
Nice to read and see something about home. I have not seen home since 84
when I brought my Canadian wife home for a vacation, Left NZ in 1970 when
stage one of Manapouri was finishing and Utah mining and Construction
finished their part of the project. I really enjoyed it down there. Now
work on overhaul and repair of aircraft gas turbines engine from all over
the world. Sorry to hear about the guys at Air NZ. It's getting mighty
rough out there in this business.
Mon Feb 27 13:43:18
2006
Gwenn, Engineer, Sydney
My partner - who is Kiwi - and I are currently living in NZ. Even though
we both enjoy it here, I know he misses NZ and has become prouder of his
home country than ever wearing All Blacks Jersey etc. There is one T-shirt
he really likes that is not too cheesy and represents NZ. It's a pale blue
T-shirt with the Kiwi Air Force Logo. I have seen some people in NZ
wearing it but I cannot find it anywhere. Does anyone know the brand and
where I can could get one? contact@nzedge.com
Sun Feb 26 19:27:17
2006
New Zealand
Feed back on our government in New Zealand refusing a knighthood to Nancy
Wake. My family and I express our disgust the way the older generation
have forgotten the farmer, blue and white collar worker and families who
gave all for the price for freedom.
Sun Feb 26 3:47:21
2006
Ivan, Tourism, Stockholm
Your ideas here in have really opened my eyes to what I can do to help
NZ´s image overseas. I was so happy to read your ideas on NZ tourism and
living in Sweden can see your comments are too true and the image must be
changed for own country's benefit. I wonder if there is any other Kiwis in
Sweden who belong to this site, and have a large interest in promoting NZ
tourism in Sweden. It could be great to put our heads together a work out
a plan for over here in Sweden. If you able to get me a contact it would
be great. Thank you very much for your input, and hope to hear back soon -
I can't wait. Regards, Ivan Dannevirke, NZ, Now Stockholm, Sweden contact@nzedge.com
Sat Feb 25 2:29:01
2006
David, Retired, Paeroa, New Zealand
Over there is beautiful, but coming home allowed me to wallow in the
glorious swamp of my childhood dreams. Five years in the UK, and I missed
fantails terribly.
Sun Feb 19 10:04:37
2006
Linda, Teacher, Paris
Where can I advertise sporting events? I am a kiwi in Paris and am
organising a touch tournament and would like to reach the kiwi touch
players or teams in London. contact@nzedge.com
Thu Feb 16 9:33:23
2006
Maria, Translator, Colmenar Viejo, Madrid
Congratulations for your web page. I also study history and would like to
know how to acquire a book about Nancy Wake, since here it's almost
impossible. contact@nzedge.com
Sun Feb 12 12:52:31
2006
Maria, Machine Operator, Sweden
Thank you very much. This site has truly bought me closer to
home...telling my children about it has inspired them for they are born in
NZ they speak the true language which I am proud to say...maori...It does
not matter ...pakeha or maori we are all one nation...that is a PROUD
nation. Cheers god bless the creators.
Wed Feb 8 7:38:59
2006
Justin, New Zealand
To Russ from Australia, At least Kiwis try to be original. Hey, why don't
you guys stop trying to claim that any talented Kiwis are Australian when
it suits you....Furthermore we have better race relations than you guys in
Aussie look at how you treat Aboriginals and how about the compassion or
lack of it your government has for refugees. It's funny how your dis our
rugby team when we have such a small population and a lot less money than
Australia to spend on sport...I could go on but it's a waste of time
trying to explain to someone who is so narrow minded...visit NZ sometime
hey you never know you may like it.
Tue Feb 7 15:44:52
2006
Gareth, Owner Down Under Bakery Pies, Brooklyn, New York
I started NYC's first authentic NZ meat pie bakery in December 2003 and
have just opened the first of what we hope will be a series of pie shops
in NYC. The first shop - LET THEM EAT PIE - is in Brooklyn - we had a soft
opening a week ago and haven't even added the info to the website we're so
new! Not only do we have the best pies in the US - but we make a mean flat
white - one of the few places to do it right in NYC! We've had some
exceptional press - NY Times, NY Post, NY Newsday, NZ's Cuisine Magazine -
and much more - see details at the press page of the site http://www.dubpies.com
Tue Feb 7 13:24:41
2006
Jeremy, Promoter, Wellington/London
I'm about to launch a page dedicated to Kiwis making music in London. Our
site is http://www.foreshore-records.com
and is primarily for several
Wellington artists trying to 'break' London.
Sun Feb 5 3:32:56
2006
Louise, New Zealand
A comment on P. I write monthly articles for a student magazine and am
interested in writing about the effects of P in regards to human behaviour
(in regards to violence, if anyone has the guts to share particularly
medical professionals, long term damage to the brain (specifics),
treatment (if any exists) and how can whanau help a loved one through this
shit of an experience...anything else is crap. Now, I don't use drugs...I
hesitate when my GP prescribes panadol or heartburn tablets but I am very
concerned that our govt is not doing anything to educate our people as
most govts in regards to indigenous people. I broke down in tears when I
found out what the British and the Americans did to the indigenous people
from the Marshall Islands. Thousands are dying of cancer.
Fri Feb 3 12:32:08
2006
Gary, Administration Manager, Motueka, New Zealand
I am searching for a stylised logo incorporating both our silver fern and
kiwi, with the silver fern shaped in the form of a kiwi. I want to use it
as the basis for a tattoo as a show of my loyalty to our country. Does
anyone know of someone who can provide such a design, or has it already
been produced. I am sure that I have seen it on a sports uniform of one of
our national teams. contact@nzedge.com
Tue Jan 24 13:26:13
2006
Mac, Coffs Harbour, Australia
Hi everyone....have just discovered this site via google. I am an expat
kiwi (Dunedin) who has been gone too long!!! I am experiencing a bit of
homesickness after 24 years so now that I have found you I will log on
regularly to get my NZ fix. Thanks, Mac
Sat Jan 21 18:48:53
2006
Larry, Retired US Navy, Sugarloaf Key, USA
I was blessed to meet a Maori princess while she was in the states, have
been to your country twice in the last two years...Cape Reinga to
Christchurch....I am lost when I'm not there.....
Sat Jan 21 11:52:52
2006
Russell, Sales Representative, Australia
Great site but feeds the small minded Kiwi with all the bull shit he needs
to carry on with all this "Gods Own Land" crap. New Zealand is a
small dot on the earth that most of the globe don't know exists - it is
governed by a lesbian laughing stock and has a wanker like Winston Peters
ripping tax payers money from under them. Who cares about Rugby Union and
its "All Blacks", who gives a rats toss bag about the America's
Cup?
I lived in N.Z. for some years and have a good laugh each time I return
to see my family, it is a backward country and its people speak with
shocking accents. BEST IN THE WORLD, leave your little island and get out
in the real world - you may like what you see.
Thu Jan 19 12:50:20
2006
Clare, Research officer, Australia
Alexander Aitken was my father's advisor during the time that my father
completed his PhD in 1948 at Edinburgh university - see Edwin Robert
Dalziel at the Mathematics Genealogy Project on the internet. His PhD was
A Study of the Inter Relations of the Different Methods of Fitting
Frequency curves to Observational Data - Statistics. Like Professor Aitken
my father attended Otago Boys High and won scholarships to attend
University. He also won scolarships to attend Edinburgh University where
he completed his PhD. My father also had a photographic memory and was
told that he could have studied anything he wanted at university. He would
talk about Professor Alec Aitken being invaluable because my father didn't
know what to write about and Alex gave him the guidance needed to complete
his PhD.
Thu Jan 19 11:15:51
2006
Tony, Author, Southampton, Great Britain
One of the unsung NZ heroes is Dan Bryant, the first New Zealander to go
to Mount Everest - in 1935. I have written the book about this 5th British
expedition to the mountain and Sir Edmund Hillary wrote the introduction
to it. It tells the complete story of the fifth expedition to Mount
Everest led by Eric Shipton over 70 years ago and since remained untold,
but now completes the history of the highest mountain in the world which
continues to captivate the imagination of climbers - young and old.
During twelve years research I found the diaries of six of the seven
team members and have used these to recount this delightful mountaineering
adventure. Shipton and Tilman introduced their 'alpine style' to the world
of mountaineering. Sherpa Tensing was just nineteen years old and took his
first chance to join an Everest expedition. The body of Maurice Wilson,
the Everest aviator was found abandoned on the mountain. An avalanche on
the North Col could have proved disastrous. Two dozen first ascents of
Himalayan peaks over 20,000 ft. were made in "an orgy of
mountaineering". The foreword is by Lord Hunt who led the first
ascent in 1953 and the introduction is by Sir Edmund Hillary. Best wishes,
Tony Astill.
Mon Jan 16 22:45:47
2006
Jessica, Artist, Melbourne
Hi, My name is Jessica Russell. I am an artist from Melbourne Australia
and I am currently working on a collaborative video work that is going to
part of both the 2006 Next Wave Festival and the Cultural Program of the
2006 Commonwealth Games which is to be held here in Melbourne in March. In
brief the project involves finding 24 people in 24 different countries all
over the world to film / video an hour length sun set, as the sky changes
from light to dark. Each place has been selected according to the 24 hour
time zone chronology of the Greenwich Mean Time World Clock. I am
currently trying to find someone in Samoa who may be interested in being
involved. If anyone can help that would be fantastic. Let me know and I
can send you more info about the project. contact@nzedge.com
Sat Jan 14 19:34:45
2006
Ramona, Entrepreneur, Auckland
I am a native New Yorker living in New Zealand for over twenty years. I
have started a business called Black On Black. I sell stunning images of
New Zealand by New Zealand photographers. The images are not touristy. A
black and white snapshot of a New Zealand not normally seen. In the
process of getting a website made. contact@nzedge.com
Fri Jan 13 12:41:10
2006
Christine, Writer, Melbourne
Your entry on Katherine Mansfield is great and has re-ignited my love for
an author I studied at university a long while ago. Having lived out of
the country for a while now I am wondering if anyone has made any film or
televison programs about her in the last 15 years?
Thu Jan 12 18:54:45
2006
Douglas, Great Britain
I have been informed that my great grandfather John Hewat was involved in
the first shipment of New Zealand lamb to UK on a ship called HMS
Ayrshire. All my own research has drawn a blank, any info you can give
will be most appreciated. contact@nzedge.com
Mon Jan 9 14:28:32
2006
Charlotte, Website Director, Auckland
Hi, I just received your newsletter and the positivity and good vibes
prompted me to write. I have developed a website, www.sweetas.co.nz, to
promote and sell NZ clothing/streetwear brands here and to all the kiwis
and international folk abroad.
Fri Jan 6 16:13:27
2006
Dwayne, Teacher, New Zealand
After information about Burt Monroe after watching the movie "the
World's Fastest Indian". I came across this site and I have been side
tracked ever since while looking through it. What an awesome site.
Wed Jan 4 23:03:32
2006
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New Zealand Edge who have
registered these past few months
from around the world:
Abu Dhabi, Armenia
Atlanta, Georgia
Brisbane, Australia
Brooklyn, New York
China
Coffs Harbour, Australia
Colmenar Viejo, Madrid
JinHua, China
Laconia Country, New Hampshire
London, UK
Manchester, UK
Manila, Philippines
Maroochydore, Australia
Melbourne, Australia
Modesto, California
Nashville, Tennessee
Noumea
Paris, France
Perth, Australia
Phnom Penh
Portland, Maine
Southampton, UK
Southend-on-Sea, UK
Stockholm
Sugarloaf Key, Florida
Avignon, France
Summerside, Prince Edward Island
Sweden
Sydney, Australia
Toronto, Ontario
Toronto, Ontario
Warsaw, Poland
Zionsville, Indiana
And from The Edge:
Auckland
Katikati
Motueka
Opotiki
Paeroa
Paraparaumu
Wellington
Merchant Banker, Sydney
Tramping up the Hollyford Valley - my constant day dream and the reason I
will always return.
Wed Mar 29 20:13:54
2006
Manager, Nouméa
I would like to find the 2 test matches NZ/France played in 1994. On DVD
would be best! Does any one have any tips? contact@nzedge.com
Tue Mar 28 18:11:19
2006
Australia
Great to hear from home from time to time.
Mon Mar 27 15:55:21
2006
Building Designer, Katikati, New Zealand
Have just found your site (via NZCity) and am excited to discover that you
have created such a resource and focus for growth and understanding. Thank
you.
Tue Mar 21 8:21:58 2006
Manchester, UK
I've just started a website for Kiwis living in the UK. www.kiwi-link.com
Mon Mar 20 1:05:15
2006
Perth, Cashier/homemaker
Have just found you and am grateful for all that is being done to keep us
all in contact.
Fri Mar 17 20:37:49
2006
New Zealand
Great site. Sat Mar 11 13:24:01 2006 Samson, Lagos Want to know more about
you.
Sun Mar 12 7:13:25
2006
Attorney, Atlanta, USA
I enjoy reading your media section. It is a wonderful compilation of
articles from around the world; your website makes it easy to find and read
them.
Wed Mar 15 2:38:01
2006
Siphandorn Meas, Government Official, Phnom Penh
I want to know more about NZ.
Thu Mar 9 23:24:09
2006
Computer work in office, Opotiki
Love the reading about New Zealanders doing really well everywhere in the
world.
Tue Mar 7 10:48:18 2006
Signwriting , Auckland
www.artbyhori.com some kiwi style art, check it out, pass it on too.
Tue Feb 28 15:31:25 2006
Australia
Thanks for your info on NZ heroes. Much of this I wouldn't have otherwise
known.
Sun Feb 26 11:25:33 2006
Rescue Helicopter Pilot and Budding Documentary Maker,
Wellington
Great stuff, enjoyable and inspiring.
Thu Feb 23 17:54:45 2006
Marketing, Auckland
Hi, just heard Brian's interview on Radio Rhema. Love, love, love what you are
doing, keep it up!!! Never had encountered the site previously....awesome
ideas and thinking. Let's make a difference.
Wed Feb 22 15:20:50 2006
Support Engineer, Kingsnorth City, Southend-on-Sea, UK
Encouraging far away from home.
Mon Feb 20 8:47:25 2006
Business Manager, New Zealand
I think P is a load of bullshit. Don't get me wrong but their attitude really
disgusts me.
Fri Feb 17 14:32:36 2006
Product Development and Actress, Wellington
Proud to be an adopted kiwi. Cheers! Sar
Thu Feb 9 9:26:59 2006
Warsaw, Poland
Hello. I want learn everything about New Zealand.
Sat Feb 4 5:01:36 2006
Engineer & Passionate NZer, Auckland
You guys rock. Keep it up.
Wed Feb 1 18:28:07 2006
Massage Therapist, Laconia Country, USA
My Goal is to have a house in NZ and a house in America and live summer to
summer!
Tue Jan 31 2:34:32 2006
Yvonne, Carer, Maroochydore Country, Australia
Hi to all kiwis around the World. My husband & I moved from Auckland to
Sydney 7 years ago, and have since moved up to Queensland. A great place but
no place like home!
Sat Jan 28 16:54:26 2006
Australia
Fabulous idea. Thanks
Fri Jan 27 14:53:42 2006
Marketer/Entrepreneur, Portland, Maine, USA
Excellent site. NZ Edge's quest to harness NZ's international community is
a positive movement I would love to be a part of.
Fri Jan 27 11:43:59 2006
Management Consultant, Melbourne
Great idea - more interesting that scanning news internet sites.
Mon Jan 23 19:17:09 2006
Student, Nashville USA
Sweet site aye.
Sat Jan 21 14:05:50 2006
Engineer, London
What a great idea! Am glad to be part of this experience!
Tue Jan 17 6:01:13 2006
Film maker, writer, UK
Great site - NZ should be proud of being Kiwis and for some strange reason
they aren't.
Tue Jan 17 5:24:14 2006
Driver, Melbourne
Good to see a site that I can visit with different angles & views of the
country of our lovely Aotearoa. Keep it up.
Sun Jan 15 13:40:26 2006
Sociology Graduate, London
Inspirational website. Keep it up.
Thu Jan 12 23:47:07 2006
Crew Chief - PKV Racing, Zionsville, USA
Love the initiative. I've lived "off island" since 1982 and am
considering a return.
Thu Jan 12 9:43:26 2006
Brand Consultant, London
Fantastic site... full of rich and relevant content. Keep up the good
work!
Wed Jan 11 5:06:30 2006
Manager, Boston, USA
Good Service.
Wed Jan 11 0:49:10 2006
Banker, Manila
Hi! I'm moving to NZ soon. Hope to learn more about my new country from your
site :- >
Tue Jan 10 14:24:18 2006
North Shore City
Have just found this site. Amazing!!! I shall be exploring with great
interest. Sat Jan 7 7:47:41 2006
Hotel Industry (Front Office), Perth, Australia
Such an Impressive Site - we're proud of all of you...
Thu Jan 5 13:51:36 2006
Paraparaumu, New Zealand
Awesome website. Absolutely love it. New Zealand is still God's Zone.
Tue Jan 3 23:34:45 2006
Oakville,Toronto Ontario, Vice President Marketing &
Sales, Canada
Good Profile re Joseph Edward Nathan. http://www.nzedge.com/heroes/nathan.html
Mon Jan 2 17:33:54 2006
Suzhou, Primary Teacher, China
Hey what's up!
Mon Jan 2 11:12:03 2006
Avignon, France
Looking for stuff to help communicate Godzone to university students in
Avignon and I'm glad I got to the Edge. The site is great. Arohanui.
Sun Jan 1 2:39:24 2006
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