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. The last hermit … [Read more...] about The last hermit of Paekākāriki
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.After the success of the first festival, held on Parihaka Day 2022, event organisers Himiona Grace and Julia Truscott are … [Read more...] about Rangi Mārie Peace Festival returns to Paekākāriki
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. Hilary came from illustrious literary stock. Her parents, James K. Baxter and Jacqueline C. Baxter (née Sturm) were both … [Read more...] about Hilary Baxter: Nothing humdrum about Hilary