The last hermit of Paekākāriki
Local history writer, Judith Galtry, lived next door to who she describes as the last hermit in Paekākāriki for many years. She shares her neighbour’s complex story with insight and compassion. Read an excerpt here then the full article on Newsroom.
Rangi Mārie Peace Festival returns to Paekākāriki
To celebrate peace and commemorate Parihaka, Himiona Grace and Julia Truscott are creating a major Paekākāriki event – their second Rangi Mārie Peace Festival, 22- 23 November.
Hilary Baxter: Nothing humdrum about Hilary
Hilary Baxter, a powerful but not widely recognised poet, was a Paekākāriki identity. Judith Galtry has updated her original story with new content and we share it here.