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The News and musings from the yards, barrel halls and tasting panels, and from on the road traveled between.
Sandra des Forges
I have recently completed Doctoral study (November 2023) on Māori representation in local government with a focus on Māori wards, and had a paper from that piece of work published…continue reading
John Godfrey
I am a philanthropy and fundraising consultant with international experience and an independent researcher.My research interests are elite philanthropy and philanthropy outside the Western traditions. A recent book chapter is…continue reading
David Haigh
I am retired from a career that started in public health. followed by community development, policy analysis and finally lecturing in not for profit management, social policy and sociology. I…continue reading
Brendon McIntosh
I am a clinical pharmacist with experience in a wide array of research projects. I recently submitted my Masters thesis titled “As long as we are aware of the words…continue reading
Joanna Hikaka
Dr Joanna Hikaka (Ngāruahine) is a pharmacist and Senior Research Fellow at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. Her clinical and research work focuses on older adult and Māori health,…continue reading
Alexandra Vernal
Social psychologist specialized in project management and international development, with experience researching behavioural change, sustainable habits, wellbeing and motivation. Passionate about finding ways to promote positive change and connection with…continue reading
Jill Chrisp
An international, regional and community-led development specialist. Has extensive experience working in strategic leadership, capacity-building, facilitation, project management, monitoring and evaluation, education and research roles with a focus on the…continue reading
Cristy Trewartha (Dr)
Kia ora. I am a researcher and change strategist who specialises in supporting communities, NGOs and government to develop, implement and measure community-based approaches to prevent family and sexual violence.…continue reading
Deb J Hill (Dr)
I am a graphic designer and researcher working out of the Whanganui Learning Centre’s Creative Hub. I design graphic resources that are easy to read and easy to understand for…continue reading