Brenda Ann Burke
A writer, and recently a beachcomber, Brenda was born in Canada before moving to Wellington, New Zealand. She has now made a big move to the "winterless north" of that country, from city to sea and perhaps more sustainable living. Brenda has been a journalist, door-to-door salesperson, senior public servant, retail nightfiller and graduate student. A published poet, her work has been included in anthologies in New Zealand (Kaupapa: New Zealand Poets, World Issues) and the United Kingdom (Hand Luggage Only). Brenda's interests include politics and religion, NZ history and culture, music and film, and current affairs and media. She has completed 28 road marathons, one indoor rowing marathon, and is working hard to improve her yoga practice.
Brenda's poetry website is Kingston Seasons.
Latest Articles
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Kapa Haka Takes Indigenous Culture to the World
Maori music and movement has always been a way to honour ancestors and keep history alive. Now these indigenous art forms are meeting the challenge of a global reality.
Jun 17, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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Digital Technology Tackles Climate Change
The information technology industry is not known as environmentally friendly. But computer scientists are looking at ways to reduce harm and contribute to sustainability.
Jun 2, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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Tuning into the Rhythm of the Earth
There is a time for every season under heaven, according to the Bible. A New Zealand Maori festival pays tribute to nature's bounty and cycles of darkness and light.
May 14, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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Green Business Grows Jobs and Communities
A local effort to provide environment-focused employment in the Far North has grown into a diversified, innovative business.
May 8, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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Community Biobus Tackles Climate Change
People in sparsely populated areas often don't have the choice to reduce their carbon footprints by using public transport. A Far North business has plans to change this.
May 8, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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Moving House and Positive Life Change
Moving is considered one of the most stressful of human experiences, but it can provide opportunities for development if you are open to the possibilities.
Apr 23, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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Painting, Landscape and Community
Colin McCahon was struck by the sheer beauty of the region. Far North artists live close to land and sea, and this influences both their work and how they display it.
Apr 2, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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Gum Digging: Romantic History or Living Hell?
Like gold miners in Alaska, the men who harvested kauri gum were renowned for their ruggedness. But their independent life was a hard one.
Mar 29, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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Lessons in Surviving Recession
In economic downturn, history shows that government intervention may not be as important as personal initiative and the help of others in the community.
Mar 29, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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Growing Vegetables for Beginners
So the recession, health concerns or a desire to be self-sufficient has made you think about growing your own food. Here are some strategies for success.
Mar 9, 2009
- Brenda Ann Burke
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