When you meet Linda Melrose and listen to her passionate advocacy for adult and community education, it’s not hard to see why she won a national award last year for her outstanding service and contribution to the sector.
Rachel Sturges is the new editor of the Onehunga Community News. A freelance writer with the magazine for the past three years, Rachel was the obvious choice to fill the role, when Sue Newton, our previous editor, announced her retirement to the South Island. Her business and journalism background, combined with her enthusiasm for the OCN and the community it serves, combine to enable her to easily step into the role.
To mark the end of term four last year, Onehunga Primary School organised a Green- Gold Enviroschool day, to celebrate their achievements so far, and reflect on their voyage as an accomplished Enviroschool.
Imagine being one of the 2.3 billion inhabitants of this planet who do not have access to a proper toilet. Poverty, compounded by conflict and natural disasters, means there are a vast number of people who do not have access to a safe, sanitary latrine. Lack of access, and lack of education, lead to disease and death.
Ella Yearbury’s bubbly personality is that of a regular four year old - bright and talkative, with a bit of sass. And like most little girls her age, she adores fairies, and loves playing with baby dolls. But what sets this youngster apart from the rest, is her battle for a better quality of life.