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The Locals

Every community has people that aren’t just a part of it, they shape it. Dan Armstrong profiles interesting people and issues from the Te Awamutu area in the Waipā district (south of Hamilton). Mental health, education and a range of subjects are covered on The Locals over this series. Hear different perspectives and ideas from our corner of the Waikato and King Country.

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0:27:58

The Locals - Dan Armstrong - 15-11-2021

The Locals ·

2021/11/14

Guess what? This is the final episode! To wrap up the series the wonderful Anna Smart interviews Dan Armstrong to reflect on the series and what comes next.

en-nz

0:28:20

The Locals - Slay Way - 08-11-2021

The Locals ·

2021/11/07

What does the queer community look like in the Waikato? What are the challenges that queer or questioning youth face locally? Slay Way from Rainbow Hub Waikato joins Dan Armstrong to answer those questions and more.

en-nz

0:26:39

The Locals - Hazel Barnes - 01-11-2021

The Locals ·

2021/10/31

Dan speaks with Waipā district councillor Hazel Barnes.Dan Armstrong profiles interesting people and issues from the Te Awamutu area in the Waipā district (south of Hamilton).

en-nz

0:27:52

The Locals - Dr Janine Kripner - 25-10-2021

The Locals ·

2021/10/24

There are some pretty smart locals and Dr Janine Krippner is certainly one of them. On today’s show we discuss how she entered volcanology, the complexity of the subject, and grappling with misinformation.

en-nz

0:26:25

The Locals - petrol prices in Te Awamutu - 18-10-2021

The Locals ·

2021/10/18

Why is petrol more expensive in Te Awamutu than many other towns? Dan Armstrong speaks to Terry Collins from AA to discuss the subject and how you can save money. Dan Armstrong profiles interesting people and issues from the Te Awamutu area in the Waipā district (south of Hamilton).

en-nz

0:28:8

The Locals - Dr Vincent O'Malley (part 2) - 11-10-2021

The Locals ·

2021/10/10

Focusing on two key parts of the 1863 Invasion of the Waikato - the massacres at Rangiaowhia and Orakau. Plus, Anne Blythe with an update on Te Ara Wai Journeys.

en-nz

0:26:17

The Locals - Dr Vincent O'Malley (Part One) - 04-10-2021

The Locals ·

2021/10/03

Part One - Recorded in 2019, Dr Vincent O'Malley explains his entry to New Zealand History and the issues and themes that would influence the 1863 Crown invasion of the Waikato.

en-nz

0:26:11

The Locals - Jason Dawson - 27-09-2021

The Locals ·

2021/09/26

Remember when tourism was huge before Covid 19 arrived and brought in 1.5 billion to the region? They were good days weren't they? Jason Dawson from Hamilton and Waikato Toruism explains what has happened and how we're bouncing back. Also - visit Waitomo!

en-nz

0:27:1

The Locals - Angela Roberts - 20-09-2021

The Locals ·

2021/09/19

As part of Labour's success at the 2020 election a teacher from Stratford High School entered Parliament as the Labour List MP for Taranaki King Country. Dan Armstrong caught up with the freshly minted MP to learn who they are and what drives them.

en-nz

0:26:0

The Locals - Keith Ikin 13-09-2021

The Locals ·

2021/09/12

It’s a busy time for Maniapoto Māori Trust Board Chair Keith Ikin as he and others respond to another lockdown. We dig into how the Covid-19 vaccine rollout is going, supporting tribal members, and more. If you need support the Maniapoto helpline is 0800 668 285 or check out www.maniapoto.iwi.nz. And please – get your covid 19 vaccine if you haven’t already!

en-nz

0:25:55

The Locals - John Robertson - 06-09-2021

The Locals ·

2021/09/05

John Robertson grew up in Pio Pio and went out into the world before returning and being elected mayor of Waitomo in 2019. We explore that journey and what challenges and issues the district faces today.

en-nz

0:28:14

The Locals - Max Baxter - 23-08-2021

The Locals ·

2021/08/22

There's a lot happening in the Ōtorohanga area and its Max Baxter's job to keep an eye on it all! Dan Armstrong had a chat with the Te Kawa local whose been Mayor for eight years now about his life and the communities he represents.

en-nz

0:27:39

The Locals - Karen Orsborn - 16-08-2021

The Locals ·

2021/08/15

A lot has been happening with the mental health system. Dan Armstrong speaks with Karen Orsborn, new CEO of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission, about the organisation and helping those in need.

en-nz

0:28:30

The Locals - Rev Julie Guest - 09-08-2021

The Locals ·

2021/08/08

The Anglican Church has been present in Te Awamutu for about 180 years but what's happening with it today? Dan Armstrong sat down with Rev Julie Guest to discuss things. Heads up: this episode discusses sexual assault.

en-nz

0:26:40

The Locals - 02-08-2021

The Locals ·

2021/08/01

Drug Reform. Dan Armstrong talks with Keli Mercier from the New Zealand Drug foundation about the current state of our drug laws and the situation for rural communities.

en-nz

0:28:36

The Locals - 26-07-2021

The Locals ·

2021/07/25

Former MP for Waipa Marilyn Waring discusses their time in politics, the Springbok Tour of 1981, and PM Rob Muldoon. (Originally broadcast May 2019). Dan Armstrong profiles interesting people and issues from the Te Awamutu area in the Waipā district (south of Hamilton).

en-nz

0:26:53

The Locals - 19-07-2021

The Locals ·

2021/07/18

The 2010s were pretty full on for Nikki Kaye! We discuss politics, cancer, and transitioning to life after it all. Dan Armstrong profiles interesting people and issues from the Te Awamutu area in the Waipā district (south of Hamilton).

en-nz

0:27:6

The Locals - 12-07-2021

The Locals ·

2021/07/11

Rushlee Buchanan is an olympian cyclist who like many others has faced disruption after disruption in the lead up to the Tokyo Olympics. And Jessica Brown is from the Te Awamutu Citizens Advice Bureau.

en-nz

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