What a fantastic speaker Susan was. She quietly, and with good humour, took us through what Transition Engineering is and what responsibility engineers have to lead the path to our society addressing Global Warming. I really liked when she started by demonstrating how engineers found a solution … [Read more...]
A beautiful story about the sort of hero working behind the scenes:
Every now and then you watch something quite precious. It’s always about somebody who is going beyond what is normally expected of people. In this case it is one special Court worker who works in the area of family violence. Alongside her is an equally special Judge who works to achieve the same … [Read more...]
Syd’s moped run:
Once upon a time there was an unforgettable character in the Vintage Car Club, called Syd Falconer. When his family asked what he wanted for his 70th birthday he said “nothing” “I’m going on a moped run”. Then he got his mates to run one for him. On the first run there were 6 or 7 bikes (I … [Read more...]
The number of Pacific Island MP’s in Parliament is impressive:
The article below covers many issues. However, a few really stand out: Takanini MP elect Anae Dr Neru Leavasa is one to watch out for. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has mentioned him a handful of times already for his work as a GP. He understands first-hand that health denominates all other … [Read more...]
Francis Valintine on thinking about the future:
This interview is about what doors would open and what would our lives unfold if we allowed ourselves to follow our curiosity? Frances founded The Mind Lab and Tech Futures Lab and in this interview the focus is on her childhood, the role of her grandparents in her life, memories of photography … [Read more...]
Comments by John Burn:
Each day I receive a daily blog from John Burn, who was a City Councillor back in the days when dinosaurs roamed the planet. In fact, when I think about it, he might be a direct descendent. However, I allow myself to be distracted. This week I took the poor old chap out to a café for a wee break … [Read more...]
Our old hero, Margaret Austin:
Regulars at the Tuesday Club know that every now and then, Margaret Austin can fit us into her busy diary. She’s never turned up once without asking a pertinent and cutting question. I was speaking with one of her family who said that they have to book Christmas dinner into her diary so that she … [Read more...]
Green Party leader’s apology not accepted by the media
Over the past few weeks, we have seen the public garrotting of the leader of the Green Party, James Shaw, by both the media; and members of his party. We all make mistakes and this one was a doozy. To have supported a school which is essentially a private refuge for rich middle-class kids as they … [Read more...]
Evan Smith
Our old mate Evan Smith died a week ago and was cremated on Friday. Here is a wonderful eulogy from the Press yesterday. https://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/122627605/life-story-the-cantankerous-bugger-who-saved-a-community I liked the final part where Tom McBrearty commented on the visit … [Read more...]
Vale Evan Smith
Evan Smith was a man who has passionately advocated for the public ownership of the Red Zone, and last Friday succumbed to the cancer which he has been battling for years. I admired Evan greatly and we had some fierce debates, and sometimes disagreements. He was uncompromising and inspiring. … [Read more...]