Last week Ami Wallis and I had the privilege of accompanying Mrs Plunkett to the opening of the Kermadec Exhibition at Forrester Gallery. The honorable Maggie Barry was welcomed by Waitaki Mayor Gary Kircher. She opened the exhibition by explaining what the Kermadecs are and why it is so important that they be protected. "At 620,000 square kilometres, the Kermadec Ocean Sanctuary will be created in the Kermadec region of the South Pacific Ocean, about 1000 kilometres northeast of New Zealand, and will be 35 times larger than the combined area of New Zealand's existing 44 marine reserves. The sanctuary will mean 15 per cent of New Zealand's ocean environment is fully protected." - Timaru Herald.
She was followed by Dame Robin White who was one of the nine artists involved in the exhibition. She talked about their voyage to the Kermadecs and what a wonderful experience it was. Then we witnesses an amazing cultural dance to finish to formalities.
Ami and I were also lucky enough to have to opportunity to meet Chris Howe who is the Executive Director for WWF New Zealand. This was especially exciting for me as I am a huge fan of WWF and the work that they do.
Nadia Kerr
THE EXHIBITION IS ON AT THE FORRESTER GALLERY UNTIL 8TH MAY. ALSO CURRENTLY ON DISPLAY ARE SOME ETCHINGS BY ST JOSEPH'S YEAR 7 TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS (THEY'RE PLACED IN THE STAIRWELL)
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