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In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore some of the most iconic works of dystopian and utopian literature and the value of reading these works within the science fiction genre. Joining Sue Berman to discuss this theme is Other Worlds exhibition curator Renee Orr. We talk about Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World', Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale', the utopian vision of Charlotte Perkins Gilman in 'Herland' and the 1970s classic, Marge Piercy's 'Woman on the Edge of Time'. Visit the onsite exhibition and join us in a series of events and activations: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-exhibition For recommended reads visit: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-reads Books mentioned in the podcast: Aldous Huxley, with illustrations by Leonard Rosoman. Brave new world. London: Folio Society, 1971. Arthur C. Clarke, Childhood's end. London: Pan Books, 1961. Charlotte Perkins Gilman. Herland. New York: Pantheon Books, 1979. Margaret Atwood. The handmaid's tale. London: Jonathan Cape, 1986. Marge Piercy. Woman on the edge of time. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1976. Music credit: https://www.melodyloops.com/tracks/space-harmony/ Image from Aldous Huxley, with illustrations by Leonard Rosoman. Brave new world. London: Folio Society, 1971. Produced by Sue Berman and JL.

In this episode of Other Worlds, we delve into the fascinating world of robots and monsters, and the intersection of science fiction writing and pop culture. Robots and monsters have clearly captivated the imagination of writers and artists for centuries, to discuss this theme is Other Worlds exhibition curator Renee Orr. We discuss magazines with evocative cover art, 19th and 20th century classics like Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' and Frank Herbert's 'Dune', and objects like the Blade runner origami unicorn and a gorilla soldier from Planet of the Apes. Visit the onsite exhibition and join us in a series of events and activations: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-exhibition For recommended reads visit: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-reads Books mentioned in the podcast: Astounding science fiction, vol. 7, no. 1. London: Atlas, January 1950. Mary Shelley, with engravings on wood by Lynd Ward. Frankenstein: or, The modern Prometheus. New York: Harrison Smith and Robert Haas, 1934. Phillip K. Dick. Do androids dream of electric sheep? London: Rapp & Whiting, 1969. Blade runner origami unicorn, 2007. On loan from a private collection. Frank Herbert, with illustrations by John Schoenherr. Dune world. From: Analog science fact, science fiction. New York: Street & Smith Publications, December 1963. Samuel Butler. Erewhon, or, Over the range. London: Trübner, 1872. Arthur C. Clarke. 2001, a space odyssey. London: Arrow, 1968. Pierre Boulle, translated from the French by Xan Fielding. Monkey planet. Harmondsworth: Penguin, 1975. Samuel R. Delany, cover illustration by Jack Gaughan. The jewels of Aptor. New York: Ace Books, 1962. John Wyndham, cover illustration by Richard Powers. Re-birth. New York: Ballantine Books, 1955. Music credit: https://www.melodyloops.com/tracks/space-harmony/ Image credit: Astounding science fiction, vol. 7, no. 1. London: Atlas, January 1950. Produced by Sue Berman and JL.

In this episode of Other Worlds, we discuss colonisation, a theme explored through science fiction writing. Joining Sue Berman to discuss this theme is Other Worlds exhibition curator Renee Orr. We talk about how writers have used science fiction to explore very real and complex aspects of human society and history, and, how the themes of invasion, colonisation, language and cultural difference come up again and again in speculative fiction. Visit the onsite exhibition and join us in a series of events and activations: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-exhibition For recommended reads visit: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-reads Books mentioned in the podcast: Alaisea Fa'alafi Iosefa. Malaga I le vanimonimo = A trip to space. Los Angeles: National Dissemination and Assessment Center, 1980. Liu Cixin. 三体. II, 黑暗森林 / 刘慈欣著. San ti. II, Hei an sen lin. The three-body problem II: The dark forest. Chongqing: Chongqing chu ban she, 2008. Ursula K. Le Guin. The left hand of darkness. London: Macdonald Science Fiction, 1969. Octavia Butler. Dawn. London: Victor Gollancz, 1987. Samuel R. Delany. Babel 17. London: Victor Gollancz, 1967. Tīhema Baker. Turncoat. Wellington: Lawrence and Gibson, 2023. Music credit: https://www.melodyloops.com/tracks/space-harmony/ Image from: Alaisea Fa'alafi Iosefa. Malaga I le vanimonimo = A trip to space. Los Angeles: National Dissemination and Assessment Center, 1980. Produced by Sue Berman and JL.

In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore how the mysterious red planet has fascinated writers and scientists for centuries. Mars has inspired many different narratives, including Martian invasions, philosophical reflections on life beyond Earth, visions of terraforming and colonisation. Joining Sue Berman to discuss the works of H.G. Wells to modern depictions of a colonised Mars in Kim Stanley Robinson's 'Green Mars' and many more great reads, is Other Worlds exhibition curator Renee Orr. Visit the onsite exhibition and join us in a series of events and activations: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-exhibition For recommended reads visit: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-reads Books mentioned in the podcast: H. G. Wells. The war of the worlds. London: William Heinemann, 1898. LP booklet. Jeff Wayne's musical version of 'The war of the worlds', 1978. Cover illustration by Mike Trim. On loan from a private collection. Louis Pope Gratacap. The certainty of a future life in Mars: being the posthumous papers of Bradford Torrey Dodd. New York: Brentano's, 1903. Louis Charbonneau. Corpus earthling. New York: Zenith Books, 1960. Robert A. Heinlein; The rolling Stones. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1952. Kim Stanley Robinson. Green Mars. New York: A Tom Doherty Associates Book, 1988. Music credit: https://www.melodyloops.com/tracks/space-harmony/ Image from cover; Louis Charbonneau. Corpus earthling. New York: Zenith Books, 1960. Produced by Sue Berman and JL.

In this first episode of Other Worlds, we discuss one of the most important and thought-provoking books of the 20th century — Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. First published in 1953 as a short story called 'Fahrenheit 451', this novel has captivated generations of readers with its chilling portrayal of a dystopian world of book burning. Beyond its gripping narrative, Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451 offers us a powerful reflection on censorship and the importance of intellectual freedoms. To discuss this masterpiece, Sue Berman is joined by Other Worlds exhibition curator, Renee Orr. Visit the onsite exhibition and join us in a series of events and activations: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-exhibition For recommended reads visit: www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-reads Books mentioned in the podcast: Ray Bradbury, illustrated by Joseph Mugnaini. Fahrenheit 451. New York: Limited Editions Club, 1982. Music credit: https://www.melodyloops.com/tracks/space-harmony/ Image from: Cover of Ray Bradbury, illustrated by Joseph Mugnaini. Fahrenheit 451. New York: Limited Editions Club, 1982. Produced by Sue Berman and JL.

We are honored to serve as the emcees for this year's Michigan Parkinson's Foundation Heroes Walk, happening on Saturday October 14 at Frederick Meijer Gardens.Parkinson's is a terrible disease that affects over 1.5 million Americans, and over 35,000 people here in Michigan. Although it is usually diagnosed in people over 60, it can occur in people as young as 20, If you are diagnosed before the age of 50, you are considered early on-set Parkinsons.No one ever wants to be a part of the Parkie club, but if you are diagnosed, the Parkinsons Foundation can provide invaluable resources to help you not just process your diagnosis, but also find a way forward, with support and help.Two teams on Saturday hit very close to home for us at Behind the Mitten. Team SPARK is headed by Amy's beloved cousin Chas Schaner, who has been battling this insidious disease for a number of years now, always with a spark of a smile and a joke to keep things light, even when it seems very dark.Nae Nae's Shakes Rattles and Rollers! is led by the uncontainable Renee Orr, an absolute dynamo and Amy's very best friend since they were just kids, and who was diagnosed at the incredibly young, and absolutely heartbreaking age of 49. Renee has found an incredible network of support, resources, information, and love from the Parkinsons Foundation over the last couple of years, a life-loong during this difficult time. Renee is this year's special Hero honoree, and when you hear her story you'll know why.We hope that you'll consider donating to one of these special teams, or to the Michigan Parkinson Foundation to help them continue to do the good work that they do.Donate here.The Michigan Parkinson Foundation (MPF) is dedicated to people living with Parkinson's Disease (PD). The Parkinson's Walks are a team/pledge walking event that allows MPF to continue our services and programs free of charge. The Grand Rapids walk features a beautiful, meandering route through Frederick Meijer Gardens. There will be Parkinson exercise demonstrations, and entertainment for the whole family all while raising critical funds needed for those affected by Parkinson's here in MichiganEvent DetailsOctober 14, 2023 at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture ParkRegistration opens at 9:00 AMProgramming starts at 10:00 AMWalk starts at 10:30 AM$20 for Adults ($25 Day-Of)Children are freeVolunteer!Volunteers needed! To learn more or to sign-up to volunteer, please contact Rita Dachs at rdachs@parkinsonsmi.org Where Does the Money Go?Financial assistance for in-home respite careMedication assistanceDaily Parkinson exercise classes led by physical therapistsWeekly patient education programsProfessional education symposiumsFull-time staff social workerParkinson caregiving training modulePro-bono legal guidanceNewly diagnosed patient information packet75 support groups throughout MichiganAll MPF programs and services are offered free of charge.More info: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2023grandrapidswalk/

In this track, we hear exhibition curators Jane Wild and Renee Orr share impressions, selections and insights into medieval manuscripts currently on display in the Gallery - Level 2 Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero | Central City Library. "For most of the medieval period, from the 5th to the 15th century, books were copied out and decorated by hand. These are the books we call medieval manuscripts. For this exhibition, we have selected just nine of these miraculous books to show the range of Auckland Council Libraries' exceptional collection. They include 12th century Greek Gospels, a tiny ‘Pocket Bible' and massive lectern Bibles. A Latin translation of Aristotle features extensive marginalia, including the description of a lunar eclipse in 1312. Painted and illuminated pages include dragons, saints and intricate border decorations." We invite you to explore digitised versions of our Rare Book and Manuscript Collections on Kura Heritage Collections Online or come in and get up close in person. The exhibition is open until 11 Nov 2023. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/search/searchterm/Medieval%20Manuscripts Image: St. George. From: Rossdhu Book of Hours, between 1450 -1475. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, MedMS-G146

Renee Orr, a long time friend of Scott and who Shaun first met while they were dating has seen Shaun grow as a friend, a husband, father and throughout his career. As someone who has recently achieved such amazing success with Shaun’s programs we found her to be an amazing interviewer for today’s podcast.Questions Renee asked Shaun on todays interview:At what point did you define your own confidence?Anything you would change about yourself?Business relationships - how to you keep them so strong whether it be through your team or BB How do you bring out the best in your spouse and them you?Is there something you think parents are doing today that is screwing kids up?How can we better educate our children to better accept people in the world? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kia ora listeners, you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! In this track, Mrs. Price talks about her time milking cows, including her special cow named Betty, and the physical labour involved. Reference Mrs Price interview, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2610/rec/3 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Image: James Richardson. Looking south south east from Mount Wellington towards Otahuhu, 1920 Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections 4-04055 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/photos/id/67899/rec/21 Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

Kia ora listeners, you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! Hilda McGregor’s father was a mechanic during the 1930s and 40s. A large part of his business was servicing the trucks owned by Chinese market gardeners in the area. In this track Hilda and Durham remember the growers and how they supported the local community with excess produce during the depression. Reference Hilda McGregor and Durham Strauchan, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2241/rec/2 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Image: Auckland Weekly News. Gathering the potato crop in New Zealand: busy scene at Panmure. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, 1919. AWNS-19190102-34-5. https://bit.ly/326bit0 Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

Kia ora listeners, you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! Mr Ryan bought his service station in Panmure in 1935 off his friend Reginald Collins. In this track he describes Reg Collins’ livestock transportation business on a scow called the Jane Gifford, and how livestock would come from the gulf islands down the Tāmaki river to Panmure on their way to the Westfield Freezing Works. Reference Mr Ryan interview, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2419/rec/2 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Image: The scow Jane Gifford moored near Ōrere Point, 1936. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, Footprints 00006. https://bit.ly/32bqyVr Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

Kia ora listeners, you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! In this track, Mt Wellington Borough Council Mayor Harry Bean, talks about transport routes, proposed motorways, and investing in the railroad system. Reference Harry Bean, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2407/rec/2 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Image: James D. Richardson. Looking south east from Maungarei / Mount Wellington showing part of the Ellerslie-Panmure Highway (right) and the Panmure Basin and Tāmaki River (distance), 3 September 1921. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, 4-4062. https://bit.ly/3dhtKpb Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

Kia ora listeners, you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! In this track Mr Keith Simpson talks about the types of footpaths and roads in Panmure and about being approached by a land agent regarding his property. Playing tennis in his leisure time and cycling to a hardware store in Otahuhu. Reference Mr and Mrs Simpson, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2375/rec/2 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Unknown photographer. Aerial photograph of Panmure, showing Panmure Basin (centre distance), the ferro-concrete bridge (left), St Matthias's church and graveyard (centre left), St Patrick's graveyard (centre) and Allen's Nurseries (foreground). Queen's Road runs from the left foreground to the Panmure Hotel in the centre left, 1948. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, 1031-P238. https://bit.ly/2RmXxUE Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

Kia ora listeners you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! Mrs Harwood and her husband Eric were volunteers with the Mt Wellington volunteer Fire Brigade. In this track Mrs Harwood recalls how the volunteers fought the frequent gorse fires in the area. Reference Mrs Harwood, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2361/rec/2 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Image: Crichton d'Ora. The Mount Wellington Fire Brigade and their engine outside the fire station on the corner of Harding Avenue and the Ellerslie-Panmure Highway, 1933. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, 1031-P439. https://bit.ly/3dUTV3X Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

Kia ora listeners, you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! Miss Annie Finnerty attended secondary school at Auckland Girls Grammar off Karangahape Road. In this track Annie and her brother Michael describe the different forms of transport needed to get there. Bill Durbridge recalls the large crowds who attended boat races and swimming competitions held on the Tāmaki River. Reference Annie and Michael Finnerty interview, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2707/rec/2 Reference Bill Durbridge interview, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2616/rec/2 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Image: NZ Graphic. Dinghy racing at Cowes Bay Waiheke, 1908. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, NZG-19080111-9-5. https://bit.ly/327Ujqq Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

Kia ora listeners you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! In this track Les Allen describes delivering plants to shops in the city in the Allen Nurseries’ Model T truck. Les Allen was involved in the family business 'Allens Nurseries' in Panmure his whole working life. He recalls his father starting Allen’s Nurseries in the early twentieth century and how the family kept it going through the depression, as well as what the landscape was like in the area at that time. Reference Les Allen interview, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2300/rec/2 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Image: Showing (from left to right) James and Herbert Allen and Ray Pennell standing next to glass houses at Allen's Nurseries in Panmure Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections 1031-P084, https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/photos/id/92227/rec/1 Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

Kia ora listeners you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! In this track Les Allen remembers his grandparents time working as toll keepers for the first Panmure draw bridge, and how the archaeological remains of Mokoia Pā were still visible before houses were built there. Reference Les Allen interview, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2300/rec/2 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Image: Oliver and Walker, NZ Graphic. The Panmure bridge and toll keepers house, 1912. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, NZG-19120703-26-1. https://bit.ly/2QksI2B Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

Kia ora listeners you have tuned into Auckland Libraries Heritage Podcast - Panmure Stories! In this track Les Allen recalls the market gardens that covered Panmure when he was a child, and tells a story about a day that Chinese grower Jimmy Hong took his produce to the city by truck. Reference Les Allen interview, 1982 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2300/rec/2 Original interviews were recorded by Richard Baker, commissioned by Mt Wellington Public Library in 1982. The project captured recollections of life, work and play from the early 1900s across the changing landscapes of the decades that followed. They offer us a unique and personal insight into Panmure of the past. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/oralhistory/id/2874/rec/1 Image: Houses in Court Crescent under construction, and Chinese market gardens in the background. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, 1031-P245. https://bit.ly/2OJlhS7 Curated by Renee Orr and Zoe Colling from Auckland Libraries Heritage Engagement team, with Sound production by Sue Berman (April 2021)

This month Real Gold honours the UNESCO Year of the Indigenous Language 2019 with the display and digital publication of two Awabakal language manuscripts. One is the Gospel according to Luke titled 'Evangelion unni ta Jesu-um-ba Christ-ko-ba Upatoara Louka-umba'. Translated into the language of the indigenous Awabakal people, located in the vicinity of Hunter River and Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia in the year 1829, and further revised by the translator, L E Threlkeld, Minister. The copy on display was the fourth and final revision created in 1957. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/manuscripts/id/13367/rec/1 And the second manuscript is an Awabakal and English lexicon to the Gospel according to Saint Luke. 1859. It provides critical information on pronunciation and meaning. https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/manuscripts/id/13511/rec/2 Both documents have played a central role in language revitalization for the Awabakal today. In this podcast we are joined by Heritage Outreach specialist Renee Orr who shares her research on the story behind the creators of the manuscript and its journey to Auckland Libraries Special Collections. View the manuscripts at Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero | Central City Library in the Reading Room Level 2 or through Kura Heritage Collections Online https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz

On The Capitol Beach, Derek Brockbank welcomes Renee Orr from the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). Renee is the Chief of the Office of Strategic Resources, and is currently serving as acting Deputy Director for BOEM. After touching on offshore energy production, the conversation shifts to sand. BOEM manages the Outer Continental Shelf sand resources which have been used to restore over 330 miles of U.S. coastline and has supplied 152 million cubic yards of sand, including the largest coastal restoration project by volume in U.S. history with Gulf Island National Seashore restoration as part of the Mississippi Coastal Improvement Program (MsCIP). How much sand was used? Just imagine a sandcastle the size of the Empire State Building. And then imagine 12 of them in a row!

Renee Orr talks us through the content in the cases for the Wāhine Take Action exhibition which focus on the themes 'Support your Community' and 'Start a Feminist Press'. Much of the content for these cases was drawn from archival collections housed at Auckland Libraries. References for start a feminist press: Broadsheet. 1976-1990. From: Broadsheet Collective. Records. NZMS 596. Circle. Issue 16, March 1975. Christchurch: S.H.E. From: Auckland Lesbian Archive. Records. NZMS 1184. Lesbian sexuality. Reprinted from Auckland Circle, September 1974. From: Auckland Lesbian Archive. Records. NZMS 1184. L.I.P. Issue 25, January 1992. From: Auckland Lesbian Archive. Records. NZMS 1184. Lesbian lip. May-June 1982. From: Auckland Lesbian Archive. Records. NZMS 1184. Donna Awatere. Māori sovereignty. Auckland: Broadsheet, 1984. Spiral: women’s art magazine no. 3. Christchurch: Spiral Collective, 1976. New Zealand Herstory. Auckland: New Women's Press, 1984. Sue Lytollis. Self defence for women. Auckland: New Women's Press, 1983. Mellow Yellow no. 8. Auckland: Mellow Yellow, 2016. References for support your community: Polynesian social and dance. From: Broadsheet Collective. Records. NZMS 596. Auckland Women’s Health Collective. 1980s. Ephemera Collection. Women help - we’re broke! 1980s. From: Auckland Women’s Centre. Records. NZMS 999. A party in the back yard at 63 Ponsonby Road. 1980s. From: Auckland Women’s Centre. Records. NZMS 999. Rina Rata and the Māori Women’s Support Group visit Stella and new baby. From: Broadsheet Collective. Records. NZMS 596. Pamphlets, 1980s-2018. From: Ephemera Collection, and Auckland Women’s Centre. Records. NZMS 999. North Shore Women’s Refuge. 1980s. From: Council for the Single Mother and her Child. Records. NZMS 1183. Joss Shawyer and Robert Ludbrook. Everything a single parent needs to know. Auckland: Council for the Single Mother and her Child, 1981. Pamela Were. The CSMC delegation to Parliament at height of government harassment of solo mothers, photographed in Hamilton. 1977. From: Broadsheet Collective. Records. NZMS 596. Feminist festival. 1976. Ephemera Collection. Women! Join the Womanline library. 1980s. From: Auckland Women’s Centre. Records. NZMS 999.

An this introduction to the Wāhine Take Action exhibition lead curator Renee Orr talks with Sue Berman on the themes and thinking behind the celebrated exhibition that honours wāhine and Suffrage125.