Category Archives: Aotearoa

“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 07/02/2014 by Diane Tulloch

As we here in New Zealand celebrated Waitangi Day, the 174th anniversary of the signing of the founding document,  the Treaty at Waitangi in 1840.  I thought this would be a good opportunity to share a little history with you in the way … Continue reading →

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Phyllis’s Fun Fashion Show

Posted on 01/02/2014 by Diane Tulloch

Yeah, well I must be crazy, but I thought I would try and sneak in to post something I had been playing with today.  It’s rough but ready. Susanna Leonard Hill a lovely writing pal has been having some fun … Continue reading →

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‘PERFECT PICTURE BOOK’ – FRIDAY

Posted on 09/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

In keeping with my travel through Aotearoa this week I thought I would share this Legend told in picture book with you… ‘PAIKEA’ Retold and illustrated by:  Robyn Kahukiwa Published by:  Puffin Books   the Penquin Group  NZ Ages:  4 – 8 … Continue reading →

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“Wander with me in Aotearoa”

Posted on 04/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

It seemed fitting somehow to continue this week with my wanderings down country as I celebrate one of my Hubber friends publication on uTales  (with a fun post and book review coming soon.) We last visited Mount Maunganui and the Jazz Festival … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 02/06/2012 by Diane Tulloch

I have been meaning to continue with my “Wandering with me in Aotearoa” posts, and indeed I will.  The next couple of these posts will be of interest to an online buddy of mine from the Children’s Hub as she … Continue reading →

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ANZAC DAY

Posted on 26/04/2012 by Diane Tulloch

To day  25th April, is a very special day for New Zealanders and Australians as we celebrate ANZAC Day, to commemorate those who died in World War 1 in Gallipoli (Turkey).   ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and 25th of … Continue reading →

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“A walk with me in Aotearoa” part 6

Posted on 10/04/2012 by Diane Tulloch

Well hope you all had a wonderful Easter break!  I know I sure did.  After one of our crappiest summers ever, this past Easter weekend was one of a kind.  Beautifully hot, clear blue sky and a very light breeze … Continue reading →

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“A Walk with Me in Aotearoa” part 5

Posted on 13/10/2011 by Diane Tulloch

I thought for this post I would take you for a wander through west Auckland, a part of the city where I live. An area mixed with Industrial and shopping malls, giving way to tree lined residential streets, lush green … Continue reading →

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“A Walk with Me in Aotearoa” part 4

Posted on 15/09/2011 by Diane Tulloch

I remember a few years ago being at a huge Swiss Convention, there was speeches, a meal, and lots of folk dancing, put on by many people of different cultures. It was a spectacular, colourful evening. One Swiss guy who … Continue reading →

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“A Walk with Me in Aotearoa” part 3

Posted on 11/09/2011 by Diane Tulloch

“Rugby World Cup” Fever has hit New Zealand in a big way and nowhere more so than here in my home city, Auckland. On our wander down the east cost side of the North Island passing beautiful seaside scenery of blue … Continue reading →

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