Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Wanaka. In this podcast host Brent Harbour talks  to Doug Beech.  Recently Doug and Will Radford have taken over the iconic guiding company Aspiring Guides. They chat about how Doug and Will they came to own the company, what makes them different from other mountain guiding companies, as far as experiences go, and some memorable moments in our stunning landscapes. You can find out more about what they do in the link below.

https://aspiringguides.com/

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 Welcome to The Outlet.  In This in this podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to  Linda Joll. Linda is a director of Reset Urban Design, and is working with The Heart of  Wānaka who are providing a guide to optimise the Lakeside heart of the Wānaka community. We talk about heart of  Wānakas plans and how input from the community is shaping it's outcome. 

https://reseturban.co.nz/    https://www.heartofwanaka.com/

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Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Wanaka. In this podcast host Brent Harbour talks to Alison Ballance, a zoologist, writer and broadcaster. Alison has written 30 books, including her latest Takahe' Bird of Dreams. They talk about the discovery of the Takahe' after being declared extinct twice, the Takahe' recovery programme and what the future looks like for one of New Zealand's most intriguing native birds

and Liz & Su think we live in a "death phobic society,"  They are behind a concept called  the Death Cafe, which is designed to help address this issue and get conversations going. Brent talks to them about that concept and also a new group they are starting called  ‘Final Acts of Kindness’ 

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Last week an incredible event was announced for  Coronet peak, and at the Wanaka app we thought is was such an amazing event that we would talk to Matt Davy, Duco Events Marketing & Partnerships Manager .  SYNTHONY In The Snow is on SATURDAY  August 19.  SYNTHONY is 30 years of the biggest dance anthems, with an orchestra, vocalists, DJs, and fantastic lighting and visuals. Matt talks through the process of putting this amazing show together. 

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In this podcast, host Brent Harbour  catches  up In with Emma Crutchley the Federated Farmers Otago Arable Chair, and  farmer in the Maniototo. Federated farmers have released their roadmap to restore farmer confidence, so Brent and Emma talk through some of those concerns and what needs to be addressed  urgently. 

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As we head towards plastic free July,  the talk in Wanaka will be around reducing single use plastic . Chelsea from Wastebusters will tell us about the governments new regulations from July 1st, plus some tips on how to tackle Plastic Free July, and where you can grab some free re-useable bags from  them.

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Hi and welcome to The Outlet . In this episode host Brent Harbour talks  about a proposed new school in the Lake Hawea District. He finds out where the process is at, and the next steps, with QLDC councillor Cody Tucker.

Plus  he catches up with Paul Kavanagh, the project director of the Southern Lakes Sanctuary trust.  They about their incredible  conservation work, and the technology they are using, including  development with AI, to protect the exceptional biodiversity across their 660,000 ha project area.

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In this podcast host Brent Harbour  highlights some great organisations  as we get ready for National Volunteer Week June 18th to 24th of June.

He speaks with Kaj Christensen , who's been a volunteer for St John since 1977, about what inspired him and what he loves about volunteering in Wanaka.

And the BUDDY programme is run by Presbyterian Support Services Otago. They are looking for mentors and positive role models for children. Pippa talks us through the process of becoming a mentor, the tools they equip you with and some of the great success stories of the BUDDY programme.

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Welcome to The Outlet. Glen Thurston is from Turn The Corner. In this podcast Brent finds out about Glens personal journey and efforts to raise awareness, promote conversations, and provide support for mental health in the construction industry and beyond.  This conversation talks about suicide and mental health. 

If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or out-of-sorts, here’s some numbers that can connect you 24 hours a day to people trained to help:

Free call or text 1737
Mates in Construction helpline 0800 111 315 
Lifeline 0800 543 354
If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111

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Welcome to The Outlet. In this podcast host Brent Harbour talks to Hayley.  Hayley worked 4 jobs to finally build and own her own home in Wanaka. We talk through the early chats with mortgage brokers and the banks, and find out how she worked all her finances and why it worked for her to find a land and house package.

Plus we talk to Jenny Moss, the author of the illustrated book " Our Creek To Matou Awaawa’ Otago’s Luggate Creek. We chat about her early years as a teacher and teaching the regions history to getting funding and the book published.

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