Monthly Archives: March 2008

What Makes a Great Motivational Speaker?

Have you heard of any of these people Susan Devoy, Steve Gurney, Barbara Kendal, Beatrice Faumeina, Ian Ferguson, Irene Van dyke, Rob Waddell, Martin Crowe, Christine Rankin and Georgina Beyer. What do you think all these people have in common? … Continue reading

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Who owns the Theatre?

When we hear people say this is Gods own country what do they really mean? I had a teenage journalist come and interview me about what Easter meant to me. My first thoughts were Easter eggs and hot cross buns … Continue reading

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Why are we being denied Freedom of Speech?

I ask this question because I sense that more and more New Zealanders are being denied freedom of speech. It is particularly noticeable amongst politicians. Have you ever wondered why you never hear politicians in the lower ranks speak out? … Continue reading

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Timaru Herald Editor Claims Letter is Unsuitable

This is a copy of a letter I wrote to the Editor of the Timaru Herald to be published as a letter to the Editor. I was surprised to read in the opinion page that it had not been published … Continue reading

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