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Mini Art Mural

Saturday, 9am-2pm, 1 day $95
Liven up your garden by painting a mini art mural onto corrugated iron. Ideal for your gar-den, shed or entranceway. Explore your inner creativity with a relaxing day of painting. Bring along your own design or adapt one of ours! Not an artist? You don’t need to be, no experience necessary. All materials provided. Visit the gallery page to view examples from previous classes. 
Course ID: C24
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Weaving Workshop:
Contemporary Korowai and Tāniko

​Learn one of the oldest and most versatile
of all Māori weaving techniques which can be used to create wall hangings, ketes, guitar
straps and full sized korowai (cloaks). In this three day workshop you will master this traditional hand weaving technique using a range of different materials to make a miniature cloak which can be used as a wall hanging. This is a great way to start your journey to design and create your own korowai, an heirloom to be treasured by future generations. Join Rita in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and learn at a pace you are comfortable with. *Materials are extra and a $55 starter kit can be purchased from the tutor on the first day.  A sample (as shown above) can be viewed at the CEW office. 
*Subsidy applies 
Course ID: C14 
Saturday, 31 July, 14 Aug & 18 Sept (final lesson)
in Whangarei
9am-5pm, 3 days,  $80* + materials
 
Course ID: C15
Friday, 17 & 24 September & 1 Oct (Dargaville)
9am-5pm, 3 days,  $80* + materials

Tutor: Rita Pickering

Watercolour for Beginners

Saturday, 9am-3pm, 1 day, $115
Watercolour is a very spontaneous and very individual method of painting. It can be used to sketch ideas or to complete more complex, finished works. Have fun learning step by step watercolour colour techniques from the traditional wet on dry, to the more contemporary approach of wet on wet. Further explore these drawing techniques into painting geometric/organic objects in monotone, or for the more daring, polychrome. Take the opportunity to try something new with our tutor, Gayle Forster. All materials provided.
​(The above image is provided by way of an example)
Course ID: C34
Tutor: Gayle Forster

Create Digital Art

Sat, 9am-3.30pm, 1 day $30*
Unleash your creativity and explore art beyond the traditional canvas. Create your own original artworks online using your own photos – this process you can continue to use FREE at home. Save your artworks to print as gifts, for your website, or for social media. No drawing ability or art experience necessary. Basic computer skills required. Bring along your own digital photos or use our examples  Visit
https://www.pinterest.nz/joyfulpear/computer-art-ideas/ or view examples on our gallery page 
*Subsidy applies
Course ID: C125
Tutor:  Shelley Chappory

Starts Tues 2 Nov, 6-7pm, 6 weeks $60
Discover the magic of Flamenco! The Flamenco is a highly expressive dance form which originated from the gypsies in southern Spain. It includes hand clapping, sweeping arm movements and rhythmic footwork. Our tutor, Adrienne Petre, trained in Spain and has over 20 years dance experience. Join Adrienne for a FREE Saturday morning taster session. This will be followed by a six week class, by the end of which you will be dancing the Flamenco! No partner necessary as this is a solo dance. Dance like nobody’s watching!
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Course ID: D535
Tutor: Adrienne Petre
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Assertiveness

Saturday 9am-12pm, 2 morn $30*
Develop your self-esteem and the confidence to speak up for yourself in your life! Many people find it hard to ask for what they want in their lives and they also find it hard to say no. Discover how to express yourself in a way that makes you feel good, yet still respects the other person. Let's explore what Assertiveness is and be guided to find your voice. Leave with a plan of action, strategies and tools!
*Subsidy applies
Course ID: C441
Tutor: Liz Gow

Excel

Saturday 6 & 13 November
9am-12 noon, 2 mornings $35*
​An introduction to this popular program. Learn how to create spreadsheets, charts, perform calculations with formulae, make and sort lists, format data, etc. Discover many of the time-saving features that Excel has to offer. This course is designed to help build your skills and confidence. No previous knowledge of spread-sheets required. Make Excel work for you!​
*Subsidy applies
​Course ID: D103
Tutor: Jo Martin

Hula Mai Dance Workshop

Saturday, 10am-11am, 6 weeks $35*
Are you looking for something fun and active? Join our tutor, Maria Lawton, and bring the colour and sounds of the Pacific Islands to life by learning some Pasifika Fusion dance moves. Experience the art of dance with the added bonus of getting a great fitness workout. Benefits include body balance, coordination and strengthening core muscles. Dance like nobody's watching!
* Subsidy applies
Course ID: C530
Tutor: Maria Lawton

Painting Water Lilies

Saturday (to be rescheduled)
am-2.30pm, 1 day $110
Water lilies are quite a famous subject in the artistic world. For centuries these flowers have inspired artists. Claude Monet, famous impressionist, surrounded himself with beautiful gardens full of water lily ponds and he painted a number of very large paintings inspired by these lovely flowers. This workshop offers you an opportunity to add your own artistic touch to this beautiful subject. Create a beautiful painting of water lilies on a medium size canvas using acrylics. You will be guided by our tutor, Elena Nikolaeva, step by step. Join this Water Lilies Day and have fun! All materials provided.  
​​(The above image is provided by way of an example)
Course ID: C35
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva
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Saturday (to be rescheduled) 9am-4pm, 1 day $85
Spend a day learning the art of calligraphy. Discover how to achieve beautiful lettering for stationery, invitations, cards and special journal entries. Acquire the basic skills of fundamental letter construction and experiment with a variety of traditional lettering styles. Explore the classic art form of calligraphy in this one-day workshop. All materials provided. Take home a calligraphy pen and practice journal.
Course ID: C12
Tutor: Julie Jones
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NEW DATE:
​Sat 25 Sept, 9am-3.30pm, 1 day $30*
Explore how to do your own marketing from the comfort of your home or office. In this hands-on workshop we will experience a range of techniques that can help you with your publicity and marketing. Learn more about SEO, Content Marketing, Websites, Blogs, and Social Media. Bring along your marketing questions and we'll find useful solutions for your business. 
*Subsidy applies
Course ID: C65
​Tutor:  Shelley Chappory

Saturday (to be rescheduled) 9am-3pm, 1 day $30*
The fluid in the lymphatic system helps remove waste and toxins from the bodily tissues, and is the key part of the immune system. Some health conditions can cause lymph fluid to build up that may lead to sickness. In this workshop you will learn how to help improve the lymph fluid circulation and prevent illnesses such as the flu. The Lymphatic massage involves a very gentle touch, so is also suitable for older students, but is very effective. It can be beneficial for swelling or edema, fatigue, stress, sinus, skin care, sleep difficulties and digestive problems. Learn the basic mechanisms of the lymph system and some acupressure points for boosting your immune system.
*Subsidy applies
Course ID: C480
Tutor: Aiko Fukumoto

Mosaics

Saturday 9am-4pm and
Sunday ​​10am-12.30pm, 2 days, $125 
​(to be rescheduled)
A messy, creative, FUN weekend! Explore your creative side. Learn about materials, tools, basic skills, creative inspiration and finishing touches. In this introductory workshop learn how to create a mosaic using tiles, ceramics, glass. This class includes gluing processes and grouting. No experience necessary. All materials provided but you are also welcome to bring along your own china and/or glass beads to use in your project. Come along and have some fun! No extra costs.
Course ID: C41
Tutor: AnneMaree Herbert

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Saturday, 9am-12.30pm, 1 morn $40
Get creative and explore the popular online tool Canva. Canva is easy to use, FREE, and provides a wide range of design options for you or your business. Quickly make items for print, social media, blogs, and websites. Create invitations, business cards, social media graphics, posters, brochures, logos, menus, portfolios, presentations, newsletters, book covers, resumes and more! Basic computer skills required. Bring along your own images and text or use the FREE resources available on Canva. 

Course ID: C130
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Upholstery Workshop

Sat & Sun, (to be rescheduled)
​9am-4.30pm, $165**
​​​Do you have a chair or stool that needs recovering? Bring your favourite piece of furniture back to life! Learn the basics of upholstery in this intensive weekend workshop with our experienced tutor.   You will be given the opportunity to meet the tutor at an info evening prior to the class to discuss your project and calculate the quantity of fabric needed together with any other resources that may be required (contact the CEW office to register). No large items accepted due to time constraints. Basic sewing skills recommended.  Material costs are extra.  Use of staple gun included in fee.  Enrol early to avoid disappointment.    **Materials extra.
Course ID: 355
Tutor: Ken Brain
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Writing your own Life Stories

NEW DATE:
​Saturday 25 Sept, 9am-4pm, 1 day $35 *
Start recording your own life journey! Talk and write about childhood memories, loved people and places, celebrations, challenges. Even the most ordinary of lives may have extraordinary moments, capture these in writing. You don’t have to be good at formal writing. Be guided by our trained facilitator, Margo Irvine, in a supportive group environment. In the years ahead your life stories may be looked upon as taonga by your children and grandchildren. 
*Subsidy applies
Course ID: C245
Tutor:  Margo Irvine

Saturday, 9.30am-2pm, 1 day $50
Teenagers experience massive changes on a physiological and psychological level. Massage helps by regulating anxiety and stress levels that can become imbalanced due to social, family and academic pressures. Moreover massage can be used to help adolescents experiencing exam stress. Massage also helps to boost the immune system, decrease stress and muscle tension (preventing injuries), improve quality of sleep, provide more energy, increase concentration, reduce headaches/ anxiety/depression and can help deepen the bond between you and your teenager. Suitable for 12 – 18 year olds, bring your teenager to this practical hands-on workshop and learn some simple and gentle massage techniques, plus some acupressure points for common symptoms such as colds and menstrual pain. Course ID: C481 
Tutor: Aiko Fukumoto
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Saturday, 9am-3.30pm, 1 day $30*
Create your own documents for FREE at home, or for your business, with OpenOffice. OpenOffice is suitable for beginners and easy to use. It provides a wide range of options and is a popular alternative to Microsoft Word. Write letters, books, presentations, spreadsheets, draw diagrams, read and write files from other common office software, and more... Learn why so many folks around the world enjoy using OpenOffice. 
*Subsidy applies
Course ID: C132
Tutor: Shelley Chappory

Saturday (to be rescheduled)
9am-2.30pm, 1 day $80**
Palette knife technique is effective and rewarding and allows you to create paintings that are full of rich texture and sweeping blends of colour. Using this technique you avoid unnecessary details, creating the main shapes and colours in a fast and easy way. Let Elena show you step by step how to create some stunning effects using palette knives. This workshop is suitable for people with different levels of artistic experience as Elena will provide images with various degrees of complexity to cater for a range of abilities. ** Materials are extra. You are required to bring your own supplies to this class (a list will be provided). Alternatively, the tutor can provide materials for an extra fee (if requested).​
​(The above image is provided by way of an example)
​Course ID: C36
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva

Saturday, 9am-2pm, 1 day $70
Create a personal journal from a disused or discarded book. Old books often have interesting titles, great pictures and different fonts. Transform an old musty book: add some blank pages, embellish with twine, ribbons, charms, customise according to the intended purpose or recipient. Join our tutor, Maureen Baker, in this fun class
(The above image is provided by way of an example)

Course ID: C16
Tutor: Maureen Baker
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PART B:  (pre-requisite to have attended Part A) 
Sat 9am-2pm, starts (to be rescheduled)
​4 wks $215**
This is a hands-on class which will get dusty…..all part of the fun of “messy play”! Following on from “Part A: Sculpture Fundamentals” (visit Art & Craft section for details) you will be introduced to the basic techniques of carving stone using the lovely, soft, white Oamaru stone from our South Island. Learn the scope of the material (design limitations), ways to transfer the idea to the stone, and how to shape the stone using simple hand tools in a variety of ways. Covers ergonomics and safety considerations together with finishing techniques. The cost of the stone is extra and you will need to provide your own tools (a list will be provided on enrolment). At the end of the course you will take home your very own stone carving! ** Materials are extra. 
Course ID: C26
Tutor:  Tracey Willms Deane
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Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Sunday 9.30am-4pm, 1 day $50
Gain an insight into the unique cultural history of Aotearoa and in doing so learn the answers to fundamental questions such as, what is the Treaty of Waitangi? Compare the Declaration of Independence with that of the Treaty texts. This two-part workshop involves activity-based learning techniques and offers a safe environment to enable full and free discussion. A certificate will be available on completion of both sessions. The workshop will be held at the Pehiaweri Marae in Glenbervie and will be facilitated by experienced Te Tiriti o Waitangi workshop facilitators.
Tutors: Kathryn McKenzie & Moea Armstrong

TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST:
Contact Kathryn, phone 027 2766957 or email
kathrynmckenzie468@gmail.com
(please note all payments are to be made to Network Waitangi Whangarei)

Saturday, 9am-11.30am 1 morning $30
Discover the benefits of touch therapy. Touch is the first sense to develop in humans. It is essential to our health and well-being. Children who learn healthy views of touch and are provided with a positive tactile experience by their parents or caregivers are more likely to grow up to be adults with healthy self-esteem, a sense of appropriate boundaries, and long-lasting intimate relationships. Massage promotes healthy growth, strengthening the bond between you and your baby/toddler. Massage can also help improve sleep patterns and can assist with gas, cramps, colic and constipation. Our tutor, Aiko Fukumoto, is an IAIM infant massage instructor. Suitable for children aged 0—5, one child per adult.
Course ID: C482 
Tutor: Aiko Fukumoto
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Saturday, 1pm-4pm 1 afternoon $35
Between the ages of 6 and 11 children can be involved in a lot of activities such as music, art and sport, often bouncing from one sport to another discovering what they like, which can lead to injuries. Massage helps to improve the range of motion and decrease muscle tension which assists in preventing injuries and assisting muscle growth. It can also help boost the immune system, assist with the quality of sleep and improve children’s behaviour. In this class you will learn the quality of touch with simple and gentle massage techniques plus discover acupressure points for common symptoms such as colds and coughs. Accompanying children need to be aged 6 – 11 years, one child per adult. 
Course ID: C483
Tutor: Aiko Fukumoto

Traditional Māori Medicine and Home Remedies

(to be rescheduled) 10am-5pm, weekend $65*
Experience a wonderful part of our heritage, the medicinal properties of our native plants. Learn more about your local bush and the plants within. Our tutor specialises in Māori medicines using plants and ingredients from your backyard, the bush and pantry that are all readily available. Discover some simple home remedies for common ailments and conditions. Ears, eyes, throats and stomach often tend to be the main problem areas for families. In this two-day practical hands-on workshop you will make your own tonics, teas and balms together with some simple remedies including an eye wash, ear ache treatment, cough syrup, probiotics for your stomach and a medicinal balm. Join Michelle as she shares with you some of the wonders of our native plants as you learn a little about traditional Māori medicines and home remedies​. 
Course ID: C445
Tutor: Michelle Sime
​*Subsidy applies
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Saturday, 9am-12.30pm 1 morn $40
The Internet is an enjoyable, safe place to explore when you know how. Learn easy techniques to help you find what you're looking for and discover new wonderful things you didn't know existed on the internet. Explore a range of ways to communicate with the world from the comfort of home. Bring along all your internet questions and we'll find useful solutions for everyone. Beginners welcome. 
Course ID: C127
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Sat 18 Sept, 9am-12.30pm, 1 morning $40
Discover how to get the most from your iPhone. In this hands-on workshop for beginners we will explore popular iPhone techniques including: using the internet, APPs, emailing, eBooks, and photos. Join Shelley for this short morning workshop and learn in a relaxed atmosphere, at a comfortable pace. Bring along all your iPhone questions and we'll find the most useful solutions
Course ID: C126
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Sat (to be rescheduled)
9am-2.30pm, 1 day $120
​​Gold leaf is one of the oldest materials in visual arts. It was neglected for a number of years due to its high cost but recently it has seen a return to use in visual art with art suppliers today offering several substitutes for real gold. Discover how to add a touch of ‘gold’ to your painting. In this workshop you will have the opportunity to play with this traditional material in a contemporary way, making a painting on a medium size board using ‘gold’ leaf and acrylics. Suitable for any level of artistic experience. Our tutor, Elena Nikolaeva, will guide you step by step. All materials will be provided including the ‘gold’ leaf.​
​(The above image is provided by way of an example)
Course ID: C37
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva
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TWO SESSIONS AVAILABLE:
​Sat 18 Sept, 9am-11am, 1 morn $45**
Sat 18 Sept 12.30-2.30pm 1 afternoon $45**
​Have you ever thought about growing bananas? Learn how to inexpensively set up a banana plot. You don’t need a lot of space, bananas can happily grow in a small urban section. Do you already have ornamental or edible banana plants? Then discover how you can maximise fruit quantity and size with the right plant care to receive an abundance of tasty fruit. Learn about safe harvesting techniques, storage tips and how to market any excess produce.  Also includes banana tasting (supply permitting). Presented by two local banana enthusiasts: Roslyn, and Geoff (a qualified horticulturalist and grower).
**Plus take home your very own banana plant to get you started.

Course ID: C225
Tutors: Roslyn and Geoff

Homemade Pasta

Saturday 18 Sept, 9am-1pm, 1 morn $55
Homemade pasta is quick, easy and far tastier than even the fresh supermarket variety. Learn how to mix and roll out various pasta shapes in this fun 4-hour class. We will also be making coloured pasta and cooking up a classic carbonara sauce plus an egg-free alternative for the egg intolerant. Bellissimo!​
Course ID: C180
Tutor: Ben Fernmoor
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​Saturday  10am-12 noon, 1 morn $35
Are you thinking of keeping bees? Discover if you have the aptitude to work with bees by handling a live hive in this hands-on practical session. There will also be the opportunity to ask questions of our experienced local beekeeper, David Herbert. If you grow your own veges and have your own fruit trees you realise how important honey bees are in this equation. Help a declining bee population plus enjoy the benefits of the garden being pollinated and harvesting your own honey
Course ID: C243
Tutor: David Herbert

Knitting for Newborns

Sat 9am-11am, 2 morns $55**
Create a sleepsack for a newborn. This workshop is suitable for all knitters, including beginners. The pattern uses the basic stitches of plain and purl so is easy to master. You will learn how to cast on and cast off, with the option of also learning how to make a really nice border. Yarn provided. Call into the CEW office (when it re-opens on 26 July) to view an example. This little sleepsack would make a great babyshower gift. Join Peggy and become a knitwit! ** Price includes yarn.
​​(The above image is provided by way of an example)
Course ID: C18
Tutor:  Peggy Shepherd

Word Workshop

Saturday 4 & 11 December, 9am-12.30pm
​2 mornings $35*
Are you new to using Microsoft Word, or need to fill in some gaps? Learn how to create, edit, format, print, save and open a document. Add images, bullet points, numbering and borders. Spell and grammar check your document.  Add headers and footers and change line spacing. Cut, copy and paste files and put files into folders.  Create and edit those fiddly tables with ease. Use basic keyboard shortcuts to save time. Gain confidence in using Microsoft Word!
*Subsidy applies
Course ID: D165
Tutor: Jo Martin
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Kindle eBooks

Sat 9am-3.30pm, 1 day $30*
Explore how to publish and sell your own book on Amazon. Publish your novel, children's book, or business booklets, for FREE, from the comfort of your home or office. Learn why so many folks around the world enjoy self publishing. Basic computer skills required. Bring along your own writing and images or use our examples. 
*Subsidy applies
Course ID: C129
Tutor: Shelley Chappory

The Sunday Roast

​Saturday 9am-1pm, 1 morn $50
When I was growing up we had a saying in our house on a Sunday…never give mum any alcohol until the gravy is made! Even without a Chef’s tipple, the Sunday roast can be a challenge for any cook. With various cooking methods, ingredients and timings, no wonder things can go awry. In this relaxed (yes - I did say relaxed!) 4-hour workshop we will explore and practice the art of getting a roast dinner, with all the trimmings, on the table whilst cooked to perfection and still hot. Lumpy gravy not allowed but novices welcome. 

Course ID: C182
Tutor: Ben Fernmoor

Find your Voice, Tell your Story

Saturday 9am-12pm, 1 morn $40
In this workshop we combine the subject you know best - YOU - with simple public speaking techniques. The best way to practice asserting our voice is to speak about something we know well. Reflective questions and mind mapping help you pick a story; structure and narration tips help make your story clear and interesting. At the end of the workshop participants are invited to share out loud in a storytelling circle. A thought provoking, mind expanding and rewarding experience. Our tutor, Melanie Vezey from Loud and Clear Communication, is a speech coach, presentation trainer and wedding celebrant.​
Course ID:C415
Tutor: Melanie Vezey
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Using Homeopathy
​at Home

Sat 9am-12 noon, 1 morning $40
Homeopathy is a natural form of healthcare. Find out how to use basic remedies at home to support you and your family with common complaints, including bumps and bruises, injuries and broken bones, post surgery and post birth, colds and fevers, teething and insect bites, sunburns and rashes, infections and flus etc. This short introductory session will cover all the basic knowledge you need to find, select and use remedies at home for you and your family. Our tutor, Jessie Coleman, has 8 years of clinic experience in homeopathy and runs her own business here in Whangarei. Join Jessie and learn how easy it is to use homeopathic remedies to support you and your family. 
Course ID: C412
Tutor: Jessie Coleman
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Reflexology for Beginners

Sat 9 & 16 Oct, 9am-30pm, 2 days $60*
Have you ever wanted to know what Reflexology is all about? Reflexology is a type of massage that works with different pressure points to keep the body balanced. Discover how a targeted foot massage can bring balance to the functions of the human body. Learn how to safely give comfort and relief to your friends and family. Our tutor, Bev Hart, has 20 years’ experience as a reflexologist and will share her knowledge in a fun, memorable workshop. The October workshop is in Dargaville. A Whangarei workshop will be offered in November.
​*Subsidy applies
Course ID: C475
Tutor: Bev Hart
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A Truly Victorian Weekend

9am-3.30pm, 1 weekend $65*
Learn to make your very own bespoke Victorian or Steam Punk garment using Truly Victorian e-patterns. To view the range of costume patterns available from the 1830’s to the 1900’s please visit www.trulyvictorian.info. Victorian clothing is mostly made up of separates; skirts, overskirt and bodice, which allows for a wide variety of styles for you to mix and match. You will need to come fully prepared with fabric and pattern. When enrolled the tutor will contact you with further details including a discount code to purchase your pattern. Join Viv for a fun weekend! 
*Subsidy applies
Course ID: B352
Tutor: Vivienne Shepherd
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Phone: 09-435-0889  |  Location: Wilkinson Ave, Kamo, Whangarei  |  Email: cew@kamohigh.school.nz
 
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