Wairuatanga (Spirituality) - Day 21
The Spirit of the Whale
A tohunga once saved a stranded whale by performing karakia (prayers) and calling on Tangaroa, Atua of the sea, to guide its return to the ocean. The whale, a manifestation of wairua (spirit), later returned with its pod to guide the tohunga’s waka through treacherous waters, showing the deep connection between the physical and spiritual worlds.
Moral: Recognizing and nurturing the spiritual essence in all things brings guidance and balance to life.
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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73.8% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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15.2% Hmm, maybe?
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11% Yes!
A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟
I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53% Yes
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47% No
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