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The Baby-Sitters Club: Chapter Books vs. Comics
The Baby-Sitters Club is an iconic series full of friendship and problem-solving, but did you know that some of novels have been released as comics? -
Waitangi Day
Waitangi Day is a special day in New Zealand’s history. It is a public holiday celebrated on the 6th of February. -
“Reality ….. up for grabs” Our exclusive interview with author, David Keenan
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The Levin House of Hobson Street
Completed in 1904, the Levin House was one of the most extravagant houses ever constructed in Wellington to that time. -
When Post Office Square was the centre of town
For generations of Wellingtonians, Post Office Square was regarded as the centre of town. -
Our Exclusive Q and A with Ben Aaronovitch
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The Wild Card: Our Interview with Ngaio Marsh Finalist Renée
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Dance Prone and Invisible Mile author David Coventry in conversation
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From the Rare Book Collection: Terentius Comico Carmine
From our Rare Book Collection: 1503 illustrated edition of Terentius Comico Carmine -
Naming the Land
Tēnā koutou katoa, e te whānau! Matariki is a time for recollection and remembering, as well as hope for the new year. -
Dining out in Wellington during the era of shrimp cocktails and deep-fried camembert
What was Wellington's restaurant scene like over 40 years ago? -
The Day the Empress Came to Town
The RMS Empress of Britain visited Wellington in 1938; one of the largest and most luxurious ocean liners of the period. -
2ZB and the ‘Golden Age’ of Radio
This souvenir publication offers a nostalgic look at the ‘Golden Age’ of radio in Wellington. -
How Crofton Downs Got its Name
Crofton Downs is known for its steep hills, but the origin of the suburb’s name can be found in neighbouring Ngaio. -
The Octavius Hadfield Collection
Correspondence from one of Aotearoa’s most significant missionaries and supporters of Māori rights, Octavius Hadfield. -
Interview: Award-Winning Author Lee Murray
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Kōrero with Morrie Love of the Tenths Trust
In the early 1800s the stories behind the naming of the land in Te Whanganui-a-Tara were often sourced to Te Whatahoro Jury and three women - Ngarimu Mawene, Mere Ngamai and Rangiwahia Te Puni. -
Dr George S. Evans : a life
I recently enjoyed the refined atmosphere of the Wellington Club while admiring Helen Riddiford’s account of Dr. George Samuel Evans.