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new mural at the heart of Pukekohe (right behind our offices on King Street) is designed to encourage inclusiveness and dialogue, Catherine Tamihere from Pukekohe High School confirms. “It’s quite heart-breaking; our history just isn’t all that nice as [the area] was at the centre of racial segregation in Aotearoa. It’s important we teach our children about what happened so we can move forward in a positive way,” she says. “There is a lot of powerful imagery packed into this mural so people can engage with it and then learn more.” Under the direction of local artist, Jimmy James Kouratoras (pictured on this issue’s cover), the Pukekohe Youth Centre mural required many hands to make art work, including those of students from Pukekohe High. It is the first in a series to brighten (and enlighten) the town. Photos Wayne Martin
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