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WTS Waikato

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WTS Waikato - Freemasonry - 19-06-2023( 0:34:36)       
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Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and largest fraternal societies. It is an organisation of men who strive to live by the fundamental principles of integrity, goodwill and charity. It is a non-profit organisation that is heavily involved in supporting charity and community service. Some people hold the preconceived notion that the Freemasons are an underground cult, like the Stonecutters in The Simpsons, but in fact, the very opposite is true. Freemasonry is inclusive and open to all. WTS producer Gary Farrow had a chat with two Freemasons about their experiences of the society. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 19/06/2023 2:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Rat King Landlord - 28-04-2023( 0:28:3)       
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Renters United has collaborated with the Lawrence & Gibson publishing collective to produce thousands of copies of the great New Zealand novel Rat King Landlord to share across the country for absolutely free. Go Eco in Kirikiriroa Hamilton will be holding a launch event, and author Murdoch Stephens agreed to speak to us on WTS via Zoom. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 28/04/2023 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Tronbots - 21-04-2023( 0:28:27)       
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It’s robot fighting time! Tronbots is Kirikiriroa Hamilton’s very own robots fighting club. On Thursday evenings, they get together at the University of Waikato School of Engineering, for some quality mechanical carnage. Tronbots takes every child's loves of robots and introduces real engineering processes. WTS went to talk to Shannan McPeak, the Tronbots organiser. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 21/04/2023 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - The Minds of Dogs - 14-04-2023( 0:28:27)       
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We hear from Patricia Rocha, the owner of Dog Minds NZ, a dog training and owner coaching service based in Kirikiriroa Hamilton. Patricia also hosts the Boozehounds Society educational sessions at her local, Breweaucracy in Te Rapa, on the second Wednesday of each month. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 14/04/2023 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Pound Pups - 31-03-2023( 0:28:27)       
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At the end of pool season, it’s time for the Ngaruawahia Pound Pups Pool Party! Ahead of the event on Saturday the 1st of April, WTS producer Gary Farrow spoke with Zoey Jackson and Tracey Oakes, who work in various roles at Waikato District Council animal control. They brought an adorable little pup along to the interview too. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 31/03/2023 11:15:00 a.m.
WTS Waikato - Poetry Aotearoa Yearbook - 24-03-2023( 0:28:27)       
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Award-winning poet and University of Waikato senior lecturer Dr Tracey Slaughter has spent the last nine months reviewing more than 1000 poems for this year’s Poetry Aotearoa Yearbook 2023: After-burn. WTS producer Gary Farrow visited her at the university to hear about the annual anthology. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 24/03/2023 11:15:00 a.m.
WTS Waikato - Know Your Stuff - 17-03-2023( 0:28:27)       
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Know Your Stuff is a community organisation of volunteers. They are part of Aotearoa’s legal and publicly-funded drug checking programme, to reduce drug-related harm in a non-judgmental way. Emma Carroll is the Waikato regional lead for Know Your Stuff, and she joined producer Gary Farrow on WTS to discuss what the organisation does. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 17/03/2023 12:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Refugee Orientation Centre - 10-03-2023( 0:58:27)       
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The Refugee Orientation Centre Trust was opened in Kirikiriroa in 2005, by former refugees for former refugees. To talk about it, Sandya Rajapakshe joins WTS producer Gary Farrow for this episode. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 10/03/2023 2:45:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Arborist Cyclone Cleanup - 03-03-2023( 0:58:27)       
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Waikato arborist Pete Assen climbs and prunes trees in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty. He's had plenty of work following two cyclones. In this episode, Pete speaks about his years in the trade, and why he's still doing it Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 3/03/2023 12:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Hamilton Model Aero Club - 24-02-2023( 0:58:27)       
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Come fly the friendly skies with the Hamilton Model Aero Club. WTS producer Gary Farrow joined them at their airstrip in the south of Hamilton, and found what a supportive social group it is, as well as enabling the fun hobby of flying safely and freely with radio control planes. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 24/02/2023 12:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Cambridge Badminton Club - 17-02-2023( 0:25:34)       
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Badminton is a sport on the uptick in the Waikato. WTS producer Gary Farrow went to the Cambridge Badminton Stadium to meet club president Graeme Shaw. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 17/02/2023 2:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Christian Meditation - 10-02-2023( 0:27:18)       
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The New Zealand Christian Community for Meditation held a silent retreat in Kirikiriroa Hamilton, specifically at the Lady Goodfellow Chapel at Waikato University. WTS producer Gary Farrow met with Katherine Houston from the World Christian Community for Meditation at the chapel, to learn more. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 10/02/2023 11:30:00 a.m.
WTS Waikato - VolcanoFest - 03-02-2023( 0:28:27)       
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The International Association of Volcanology and Chemistry of the Earth's Interior assembled for its annual conference in Rotorua for 2023. A public event was also held called VolcanoFest, where people could meet volcanologists, ask questions, and learn more about what’s going on in the earth under our feet. WTS producer Gary Farrow went along to meet the experts. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 3/02/2023 1:15:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Inline Hockey and Skating - 27-01-2023( 0:25:32)       
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The Hamilton Inline Hockey Club is very unassuming from the outside, but as soon as you walk in, you find it is an international standard inline hockey court. But what they do stretches well beyond hockey. WTS producer Gary Farrow paid the club a visit to meet with president Jan Botha, and to hear about what makes the operation tick, as well as the challenges it faces. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 27/01/2023 12:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Weaponised Insects - 20-01-2023( 0:28:27)       
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Our backyards are battlefields. Weaponised weevils, shield bugs, and stag beetles are constantly waging war in the quest to reproduce. These invertebrates and many more are of interest to Dr Chrissie Painting, a senior lecturer at the University of Waikato. She joins us on WTS to talk about battles among our local bugs. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 20/01/2023 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Stilt Walking - 13-01-2023( 0:28:27)       
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Have you ever thought of trying stilt walking in public? The Free Lunch Street Theatre Company started right here in the Waikato in 1999. Among the performances that Free Lunch provides, is stilt walking. They’re in high demand post-Covid, and I had a chat about the art with Free Lunch managing director Sandra Jensen. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 13/01/2023 11:45:00 a.m.
WTS Waikato - Whizz Bang Science - 18-11-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Whizz Bang Science brings science to life in exciting shows & hands on activities for kids and those curious at heart. The show currently doing the rounds is called the Unbelieve-a-bubble Show, providing a fun, interactive science experience to help with STEAM learning. Whizz Bang Science is based right here in the Waikato – in Putaruru, to be exact. Its owner, Emma Lucas, joins us on WTS. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 18/11/2022 12:30:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Day of the Dead - 11-11-2022( 0:28:27)       
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The Mexican Day of the Dead occurs in early November each year, and an event was held to commemorate it in Kirikiriroa Hamilton, run by a group of Mexican people from the community. They created an outstanding altar at the Earth Diverse centre, and brought food, music, and knowledge together. Two women who organised the event spoke to WTS, to tell us all about the Day of the Dead. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 11/11/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Road Cycling Accident and Recovery - 04-11-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Mike Bain is a Te Awamutu resident who was involved in a cycling accident in July 2022, through no fault of his own. It was a close brush with death. Nearly four months later, Mike’s been through hospital, numerous operations, rehab – and he’s still only at the beginning of his journey to recovery. He joins WTS producer Gary Farrow to share his experience and his road safety philosophy. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 4/11/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Fireworks Extravaganza - 28-10-2022( 0:27:15)       
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It's fireworks season, and in this episode of WTS, we hear from Cathy Balvert at Morrinsville i-Site about how the big Morrinsville Fireworks Extravaganza is carried out safely. Donna Young from New Lives Animal Rescue also gives a perspective on how we can help our animals, in what can be a scary time for them. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 28/10/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Life Drawing and Modelling - 21-10-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Life Drawing Hamilton assembles at the Waikato Society of Arts and other locations each Friday night. Life drawing is the activity or skill of drawing real life models, typically in the nude, but not always. In this episode of WTS, we hear from artist Niels, and one of the regular life models, Adah. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 21/10/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Te Huia Tries to Help Aucklanders - 07-10-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Waikato authorities have offered to supplement Auckland’s suburban train services, with Te Huia, which runs from Hamilton to Auckland. But Auckland Transport have said no. Advocates of the service, Ewen Wilson and Dave Macpherson, are asking, why not? Gary Farroq got them in the studio to talk about it on WTS. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 7/10/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Volcanic Unrest - 30-09-2022( 0:24:29)       
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Lake Taupō is in a state of unrest, and GNS Science has raised the alert level from zero to 1 for the first time. The questions many people are asking centre around what the reported earthquakes mean, and whether we could potentially see the ancient Taupō Volcano erupting. GNS duty volcanologist Craig Miller fills us in on WTS. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 30/09/2022 1:30:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Climate Action Hub - 23-09-2022( 0:26:25)       
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EarthDiverse hosted an open day at 401 Anglesea Street in Hamilton recently, to invite the community to learn what EarthDiverse is about. There were a wide range of presentations given at the event, including from Hannah Huggan of Go Eco's Climate Action hub, who joins WTS for this episode. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 23/09/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - The Mormon Temple - 16-09-2022( 0:28:27)       
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The Hamilton New Zealand Temple has been closed to the public for 64 years. Only members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints have been allowed inside. Over the space of three weeks, more than 50,000 members of the public have been able to take a tour inside. WTS host Gary Farrow went for a visit, and spoke with Hamiltonian and lifelong church member Vicki Lee Wihongi. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 16/09/2022 11:00:00 a.m.
WTS Waikato - Splash Unit - 02-09-2022( 0:26:26)       
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The manu bomb is an intrinsic part of the culture of Aotearoa. The Splash Unit, previously known as the Waikato Bomb Club, enables adults and children to do manus in a safe, regulated environment at Waterworld in Kirikiriroa Hamilton, every Friday evening. WTS went along to check it out. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 2/09/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Huntly Museum - 26-08-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Coal mining in Huntly began in 1874, and the town developed a solid working-class community. So a lot of people identify Huntly with coal. However, Huntly Museum aims to tell the much broader story of the people in the area, and the original settlement of Rāhui Pōkeka, says Debra Kane, collections manager at the museum. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 26/08/2022 11:30:00 a.m.
WTS Waikato - Breathwork - 19-08-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Gemma Rose is a trauma-recovery coach and breathwork practitioner in Kirikiriroa Hamilton. When you hear the term ‘breathwork’ you may think of simply inhaling and exhaling to relax – but it’s a lot more than that. Gemma joined WTS in the studio to give us a deeper insight into this holistic practice. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 19/08/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - The Train Inquiry - 12-08-2022( 0:26:25)       
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Parliament has opened an inquiry into the future of inter-regional passenger rail in New Zealand. Put simply, this is relevant to the argument for trains in the Waikato. We’ve already got Te Huia, linking Hamilton and Auckland. But are other towns' long-deserted train stations going to be welcoming your everyday traveler ever again? Paul Callister from Save Our Trains NZ speaks on WTS. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 12/08/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Deep Dive Division - 05-08-2022( 0:28:27)       
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The Deep Dive Division was established in 2018 by Tua and Courtney Karalus. Based in Hamilton, its mission is to go beneath the surface and let us realise what we can all do to help nurture the health of our precious Waikato River. Tua takes us a bit deeper in this episode of WTS. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 5/08/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Farming In The Mind - 29-07-2022( 0:28:27)       
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The Waikato Hauraki-Coromandel Rural Support Trust is part of a nationwide charitable organisation set up to work with farmers during times of increased mental or professional stress. The Hamilton rep for the Rural Support Trust, Neil Bateup, speaks to us on WTS. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 29/07/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - When The Cows Come Home - 22-07-2022( 0:36:9)       
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When director Costa Botes heard the story of Andrew Johnstone, the Cambridge herdsman who's been on WTS several times now, he was intrigued at his friendship with his cows. Costa set out to make a film about it, but it morphed into an intimate look into Andrew’s life – and what returning to the family farm after many years means to him. Andrew joins us back on WTS to discuss the film. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 22/07/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Sculpture Park & Arboretum - 15-07-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Waitakaruru Arboretum and Sculpture Park is situated near Tauwhare Village, about 20 minutes out of Hamilton. Flora from around the world is accompanied by stunning art installations, providing a multisensory feast. It’s a hidden gem of the Waikato. The owners invited me out there to get a taste of the experience. You can visit the arboretum too with a prior booking via sculpturepark.co.nz. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 15/07/2022 4:30:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - The Saddest Noise - 01-07-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Sneaky Feelings are a pop rock band which formed in Dunedin in 1981 and have been with Flying Nun Records since then. Founding member Matthew Bannister, who now lives in Hamilton, has been involved with innumerable other projects - including his latest, an album of songs adorned with the poetry of Emily Dickinson. It's called The Saddest Noise. Matthew speaks to WTS and shares a few songs. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 1/07/2022 12:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Everest and the Hadron Collider - 24-06-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Matt Kambic’s play The Sherpa & the Beekeeper: Summit on Everest, premiered at the Meteor Theatre in Hamilton. And Matt has plenty of other creative endeavours too. WTS met up with him for a fascinating discussion, extending from the tallest mountain in the world, to the Hadron Collider, and beyond. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 24/06/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Bringing Back Cambridge Town Hall - 17-06-2022( 0:24:8)       
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The Cambridge Town Hall has served thousands of people in its life so far. But now, it needs help. It is no longer fit for purpose and it also requires major earthquake strengthening work. Kirsty Johnson chairs the Cambridge Town Hall Community Trust. WTS went and spoke with her inside the historic building. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 17/06/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - A Farmer and a Teacher Record an Album - 10-06-2022( 0:55:15)       
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Farmer Andrew Johnstone and music teacher Zed Brookes have been recording music in the Waikato since the days of analog – and now they’ve released an album in the digital age, by the same ethos of love for home baked music. Going by the name Brookes and Johnstone, WTS spoke to the act about their history together, and the album When Summer Falls, Break Down the Walls. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 10/06/2022 4:30:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Saving Farm Animals - 03-06-2022( 0:26:51)       
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Saving animals and educating the public – those are the missions of Franklin Farm Sanctuary, located in north Waikato. The poultry and dairy industries in Aotearoa kill millions of animals every year. Some people think this is a practical necessity. And that’s the view which Sally Hart set out to dispel when she launched the Franklin Farm Sanctuary. WTS paid her a visit to learn more. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 3/06/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - More Than a Bridge - 27-05-2022( 0:26:3)       
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What's being built over the Waikato River is more than a road bridge. WTS spoke with Andrew Parsons, executive director of strategic infrastructure at Hamilton City Council, to gain more insight. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 27/05/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Kids in Need - 20-05-2022( 0:28:27)       
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A few minutes out of Cambridge, in the countryside, is a huge shed containing toys, clothes, toiletries, books, shoes and PJs. Kids in Need Waikato loads all these into care packs to be given out to children who are in care with anyone other than their own parents - literally thousands of kids. WTS headed down to the shed to speak with co-founder Linda Roil. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 20/05/2022 12:45:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Bikes, Tweed and Bling - 13-05-2022( 0:28:27)       
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In Hamilton on May 14th a Rally for Safer Cycling is being held, and Sandra Jensen from Go Eco is involved with it. She’s also got a plethora of other interests, including the Kirikiriroa Society of Velocipede and Tweed Enthusiasts and Glo Ride, which both also pertain to cycling. WTS headed down to Frankton Village to grab a coffee with Sandra ahead of the cycling rally. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 13/05/2022 9:45:00 a.m.
WTS Waikato - Peat Fires - 06-05-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Peat fires are a regular occurrence in the Waikato - the unintentional burning of ancient plant material located underground. WTS producer Gary Farrow spoke to Fire and Emergency incident controller David Brown at the site of a large peat fire, and visited the University of Waikato to hear from Dave Campbell who specialises in the study of peat and their associated wetlands. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 6/05/2022 2:15:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - 29-04-2022( 0:27:40)       
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MP for Taupō, Louise Upston, who is also a representative for the residents of Cambridge, has seen the social divisions caused by the pandemic first hand. WTS spoke with the MP, as well as one of her former frontline staff Louise Allen, for their personal stories of dealing with anti-vax constituents. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 29/04/2022 3:45:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - NZ Podcasting Summit - 22-04-2022( 0:28:27)       
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The NZ Podcasting Summit, taking place on 14 May at Auckland University of Technology, is supported by Free FM and is the inaugural summit providing a medium for Aotearoa’s podcast producers, focussing on collaboration, education, sharing and networking. A panel of over 15 experts will be speaking at the day-long event. WTS spoke with event organiser Dr Lewis Tennant from AUT. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 22/04/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Microvolunteering - 15-04-2022( 0:28:19)       
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Micro moments fuel macro change. That's a mantra of the Microvolunteering Collective, which started out at the University of Waikato. The brandchild of comms student Chantelle Cobby, the collective is dedicated to breaking down the barriers to traditional volunteering, and enabling anyone to make meaningful contributions to their community. Chantelle joins us on WTS. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 15/04/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Polar Explorer - 08-04-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Waikato University PhD student Clare Beet has been immersed in science from an early age, growing up in a family that started Whaingaroa Harbour Care. Clare has explored as far as Antarctica on her studies, and built knowledge in science that she is now putting to use here on the ground in the Waikato. She joins us for this episode of WTS. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 8/04/2022 12:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Oasis Anniversary - 01-04-2022( 0:25:23)       
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A fan of British band Oasis has popped up on Hamilton’s community Facebook pages. Kaz Sahota is an archivist on an impassioned mission to publish a small book about Oasis’ one and only New Zealand tour, which took place in March 1998. This involves reaching out to Aotearoa’s communities, including in the Waikato, in search of stories from people who were there at the historic concerts. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 1/04/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - The Future of Cinema - 25-03-2022( 0:28:27)       
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The Regent Theatre in Te Awamutu is one of a very small number of high-quality provincial cinemas in Aotearoa. It was established in 1932, and has been managed by movie enthusiast Allan Webb since 1974. Now, a trust has been set up to ensure the cinemas future after Allan retires. He’s still there at the box office, and invited WTS in, to treat us to a coffee and a yarn. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 25/03/2022 2:45:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - The Battle with the Predators - 18-03-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Introduced predators are an ever-present threat to Aotearoa’s native species. But normal citizens are waging a battle on such critters as rats, stoats and possums, and we are gaining ground. Producer Gary Farrow spoke with Karen Barlow of Go Eco and Predator Free Cambridge - an expert on the frontline. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 18/03/2022 4:00:00 p.m.
WTS Waikato - Interlock - 11-03-2022( 0:28:27)       
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Interlock NZ is a supportive group in the Waipa-Waikato area, creating opportunities for connection through crafts, woodwork, cooking, and social activities. It goes by the mantra that it is where Life, Disability and Community connect. Aaron and Lois Ure are the founders of the organisation, and invited WTS over for a chat. Telling the hyperlocal, controversial and quirky stories of the Waikato region under the new normal.
Published: 11/03/2022 4:00:00 p.m.