Saturday, 31st July at 7pm, Grey Lynn Community Centre

$2 entry

New Zealand 2007 / 80min. English, Te Reo Maori with English subtitles.

Director Simon Marler / Producer Simon Marler, Mairi Gunn, Karen Browne

How do you resuscitate the land?
This is a question Simon Marler’s beautiful documentary, Restoring the Mauri of Lake Omapere poses.
Mauri, meaning life spirit, is contained within all objects; trees, rocks, rivers, lakes, us too? Marler takes us back through the history of Lake Omapere, a small Northland Lake effected by colonialism, deforestation, farming, modern agriculture and the resource management policies of government. Through that history Marler shows us the impact we as a people have had on the environment and also the spirit or Mauri of places effected by human behaviour such as Omapere. It also serves as a timely reminder to consider the way in which current conventional agricultural practices and environmental policies are impacting on habitats, natural waterways, living systems and communities as a whole. The issues explored in this film are really a microcosm for much wider systemic trends and problems that are being faced in regions nationwide and around the world. Marler does a good job of showing the multi layered consequences of not exercising greater attention and awareness in the way we treat the environment.

Certainly it’s a thoughtful documentary and artfully produced, one of the questions being posed is whether the voluntary management being undertaken and developed by Lake Ompere’s Trustees, its Kaitiakitanga; meaning guardians for sky, sea and land, will be enough to breathe life back into the lake’s still waters? It’s a poignant thought that also raises the issue of indigenous people and local communities having a greater say in how their natural habitats are managed and whether that can offer greater care and preservation of our natural resources.

Trailer: http://www.nzonscreen.com/title/restoring-the-mauri-of-lake-omapere-2007

We see the establishment of a Grey Lynn Business Association as a logical extension of our vision of a connected, vibrant, local community.  We are proposing that a ‘GLBA’  is part of Grey Lynn 2030 so it is important to us that the Business Association shares our sustainable vision and suits the unique character of Grey Lynn  which includes lots of people working from home who are not usually part of a traditional business association.

Some initial ideas for a Business Association that came out of the meeting (What would make you want to join?)

• Fun, funky, interesting, social
• Support for each others business.
• Networking, community focus
• Inclusion of retail shops and people who work from home (plus bigger businesses and property owners like Progressive)
• Sustainability, values based focus
• Local projects e.g waste minimisation, support for local schools
• Online register of businesses and services (with a range of categories to ensure all groups are able to be listed  such as the GL Community Centre)
• Local retail promotions e.g street markets like the successful West Lynn Street Party and Twilight Market we held in March (see the video here)
• Lobbying function to the new Auckland Council
• Beautification of Grey Lynn – for example the Grey Lynn Foodtown wall along Williamson Ave
• Set a vision for our area so we can work  with the new Local Board
• Shared resources for people working from home, school holiday programme

Further issues discussed:

Targeting Rates Cr Easte was able to provide insight into how the Mainstreet programme has developed and how becoming a Business Improvement District ( a BID)  involves targeted rates that won’t capture all the businesses in GL.

Advantages of using rates were discussed, such as being able to have a paid coordinator,  develop programmes (like crime prevention)  and pay for street improvements. A business association operating through the Council system can have associate members to ensure all businesses/groups can be represented.  A follow up comment was made that the GLBA idea should be developed so it fits the unique needs of GL rather than be made to fit Council requirements first.

What area should the GLBA cover ? There are various hubs in the Greater GL area but there was general agreement that the area of a GLBA could logically extend out to the Westmere shops on Garnett Rd and the Richmond Road shops (where Ripe is) as well as West Lynn and Grey Lynn businesses/shops on Surrey Cres.

Next steps

• Small working group formed  (interested people so far – Sunshine Yates, Ellie Tullet, Julie Falvey,Tania Miller, Brett, – Suzanne Kendrick and Pippa Coom supporting role and GL2030 reps)
• form an incorporated society  (Dave Tippitt has offered to transfer the remaining funds of $1200 held by the Surrey Cres BA to a new GLBA)
• working group to consider options to working towards being a BID/ Mainstreet (which will take a year)

Anyway interested in the Grey Lynn Business Association proposal can email Suzanne or Pippa at Greylynn2030@gmail.com. Updates will be made via our Monthly Community News.

Art in the Dark

Celia, Kat and Adelle gave us a presentation on the inaugural Art in the Dark event exploring and exploding the ideas of ‘Community, Environment and Utopias’.
Under the cover of darkness, artists will address these core values while exploring the implications of mobility, night, sky and light. Art in the Dark is a collaboration between artists, businesses and community initiatives in the Grey Lynn and Ponsonby area to celebrate and foster community.
Contact:  Celia Harrison, Creative Director  celia@artinthedark.co.nz www.artinthedark.co.nz

Louise Rive and Chuck Joseph – Edge City

Edge City
8 Garnet Road
Westmere
www.edgecity.co.nz
Studio open: Thursday & Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm, & by appointment.
ph, 09 3763692 m.0212088583

When the circus left town, we had a parade,

the band played on and floats were made.

I looked sideways as they passed,

these bits and pieces, they were the last.

We beat our chests

and cried out loud,

the Tui’s head looked dead, not proud.

“After the goldrush” Oil painting and words – Chuck Joseph 2010

Toi Ora

Bernadette Brewer and Erwin van Asbeck gave a presentation on what is happening at Toi Ora the live art trust

Currently there is a Drawing exhibition held at the Toi Ora Gallery space at 6 Putiki Street, Grey Lynn

Open Mon-Fri. from 9am-4pm for viewing.

Toi Ora are currently looking for Board members and artist who would like to mentor members.

Hanne Vibeke- rug maker

stripeworks@xtra.co.nz

Isla Osborne, Jeweller (with Tilda)  – more details about Isla’s I heart Grey Lynn project here

Jude Graveson

Peter Viesnik – Viz Glass

36a Monmouth Street, Grey Lynn

Tel:  09 360 0689
www.viesnik.com

And a special thanks to Jan-Claire Hughes for her enthusiastic support of the Grey Lynn art community.

Grey Lynn 2030 July Meeting: Grey Lynn Business Association Kick Off

Grey Lynn 2030 are looking to establish a Grey Lynn Business Association.

We want to hear your ideas on how this could best work for local business people.
Come along for an evening of networking and to share ideas.

Wednesday 14 July
7.30pm
Grey Lynn Community Centre

Showing: ‘The Yes Men Fix The World’

Described here by Kail from the Green Screen team:
“the sequel to the ‘The Yes Men’ and if you’ve seen that then you’ll have a bit of a clue re the flavour. It’s a smart, funny, provocative satire that will have your eye’s bugging with disbelief & if you’re not broadly smiling or gasping at the audacious mischief designed to prick consciences everywhere it will be because you’ll be laughing out loud at the inspired hi-jinks of these adorable yet formidable pranksters. Practical jokers par excellence they challenge the conventions (literally) of the rapacious exploitation of multinational corporates & expose the character, culture & behaviour of global big business. A tongue in cheek farcical mockery & infotainment at it’s finest. Check out the link to the trailer on youtube below for a preview glimpse of this shockingly absurd reality comedy.”

Hope to see you there!

The Yes Men Fix the World

4 June 2010
In This Issue:

Grey Lynn 2030 Monthly Community Meeting – The Art of Grey Lynn
Grey Lynn Farmers Market – On this Weekend
Waste Away and other Focus Group updates
Winter Solstice and Matariki Celebration
Wilton Street Community Garden
Green Screen is Back!
Entertainment happening locally – supporting  the Grey Lynn RSC
Our Community – Chickens at home course

Highlights from our June issue – to receive the full version please email us at greylynn2030@gmail.com

A fresh new look for Grey Lynn 2030

Over the last month we have quietly started using our new banner and logo (you may have noticed the change to our Facebook profile)

It has taken a lot of time and talent from many people to finally reach an image which we think reflects our vision and our community.

We would like to thank the many people involved right from the beginning almost 2 years ago.

Grey Lynn 2030 Monthly Community Gathering

The Art of Grey Lynn

Come along to an evening in celebration of our local artists. A chance to mingle with the artistic talent of Grey Lynn & Westmere and find out what inspires them about their local community.

With updates on planned art events and projects – share your ideas too.

Guest speaker Bernadette Brewer from Toi Ora: Live Art Trust

With many of our local artists including Louise Rive and Chuck Joseph from Edge City (the final guest list will be on our website)

Entry by Koha. Drinks and nibbles provided

Grey Lynn Farmers Market

Sunday 9 – 12.30pm

The Grey Lynn Farmer’s Market is on this Queen’s birthday weekend! (and every Sunday except the last of the month when the Market makes way for Kraftbomb)

Waste Away

On Wednesday 19 May we teamed up with Garnet Station Café and took our passion for food waste reduction to the “street”.

With a small information stand in front of the café right next to the bus stop and with beautiful weather to support us, we spend our day talking to lots of interested passers by about home composting, worm farming and the bokashi system.

Winter Solstice and Matariki Celebration

Come and celebrate
June 26, 5.30pm
St Columba Church Hall, 92 Surrey Cres. Grey Lynn

Wilton Street Community Garden

We are looking for Volunteers to help with the garden – why not just pop in on Sunday at 10am or contact Mandy

Here is a photo of Maia taking her compost to the new Community Composting Facility located in the garden.

Green Screen is back!

Thank you to all of you who made it to see the movie ‘Dirt’ for our re-launch; it was the biggest Green Screen audience yet!. With nearly 60 people we completely filled the garden room, making it a true cosy community movie evening.

Dirt  ( http://www.dirtthemovie.org ) was a thought provoking and inspiring film highlighting the importance of restoring health to damaged soil around the world, and maintaining the areas which are still full of life. We were urged to each ”do the best we can”. This can start in our own back yards with growing some of our own food, or planting native plants. Dirt (Soil) is the ultimate natural resource for life on earth and needs our respect and care.

We welcome visitors and new members: This month apart from our members nights on a Wednesday night – we have 7 day a week faclilties-we have no cover charge for entertainment:

Entertainment Happening Locally

• Friday 4 June 8pm – band ” Easy” local lads playing reggae ska and dub
• Sunday 6 June Queens Birthday weekend 4pm band “Kiwi Express” country rock n roll  and old favourites
• Friday 11 June 8pm band “Peta & the Pois” playing pop/jazz and blues
• Friday 18 June 8pm band “The Alibis” playing jump swing and rhythm and blues
• Sunday 20 June 4pm mid winter Christmas party with band Robbie Maxwell & Dave Curltis -bring a $5 wrapped pressie and Santa will give you a pressie back- note this is R18 and for members and visitors
• Friday 25 June 8pm band “Rebel Without Applause”- rock/pop and 80′s and 90′s favourites

Enquiries greylynnrsc@hotmail.co.nz

Come along to an evening in celebration of our local artists. A chance to mingle with the artistic talent of Grey Lynn & Westmere and find out what inspires them about their local community.

With updates on planned art events and projects – share your ideas too.

Guest speaker Bernadette Brewer from Toi Ora: Live Art Trust

Entry by Koha

Drinks and nibbles provided

Wednesday 9th June

7.30pm

Grey Lynn Community Centre

When: Saturday 29th May at 7pm
Where: Grey Lynn Community Centre

Tickets at the door just $2



We enjoyed delicious Fairtrade coffee and hot chocolate provided by Kokako with home made Fairtrade, organic Afghans  by Tania’s mum, ANZAC biscuits made by Pippa’s mum and ginger slice made by our local nutritionist, Sarah James (www.eatrealfood.co.nz).

So many of the those who came along for a cuppa remarked on the how much better Fairtrade, organic food and coffee tastes. Kokako have supported a few of our events now so we particularly value their generosity. A special thank you also to our helpers for the break Sarah Cole and Caroline Banks.

We received $170 in donations for the coffee and  helped raise awareness of Fairtrade here in New Zealand as well as raising vital funds towards Oxfam’s work creating real and lasting change for people living in poverty.

Why not consider joining Oxfam?

Want to make the world a better place? Then you’re in the right place!

Join us today and we’ll keep you up to date by email on Oxfam’s work and all the ways you can get involved in the fight against poverty.

Plus, join before May 31 2010 and you’ll go into the prize draw to win a year’s supply of delicious Caffe L’affare Fairtrade coffee and hot chocolate. It’s easy – just let us know your email here!

It takes just a couple of  minutes to complete the Our Auckland people’s referendum and answer questions about the re- organisation of the Auckland Region into the “Super City” .

Go to the website here to log-in to vote  (you need to be on the electoral roll in the Auckland Region to vote). Voting closes at 5pm today (Friday 14th May)

http://www.ourauckland.org.nz

Please also forward on the link to everyone you know in Auckland

WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT?

OUR AUCKLAND is a coalition of groups and individuals from across the Auckland Region who want the new Auckland Council to work – and to reflect the aspirations of the people of Auckland. The Campaign is being run with the support of the Aucklander newspaper which come free with the Herald on Thursdays.

Whatever your political persuasion there is so much in the restructuring to be really concerned about especially the assault on democracy, the lack of transparency in the process, and the failure to undertake any cost benefit analysis (it is going to cost Aucklanders more $)

The third Bill is about to be reported back – this referendum is the last chance to influence what the Government decides will be the shape of our future city – whether we will have a democratic city or a corporate city

The Our Auckland campaign is seeking: