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Stories of the sea

In the Spring issue of AA Directions we celebrate Kiwi connections with the coast. For many of us, the ocean plays an important role in our lifestyles and livelihoods; it nurtures, inspires and provides. We talk to seven New Zealanders who have interesting relationships with the ocean – from an aquarist to an ocean warrior, an artist, sailor and even a mermaid.

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Protecting Tangaroa: indigenous coastal connections

Ocean warrior and coastal kuia, Pauline Tangiora, explains the importance of protecting the sea. Read the story . . . 

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Sail away: The Spirit of Adventure

Spirit of Adventure CEO Bruce Pilbrow describes how 10 days at sea can change a life.  Read the story . . . 

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Marinekeeping: an underground aquarist

Jenna van Ginkel provides a behind-the-scenes gimpse of her job as an aquarist at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's. Read the story . . . 

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Sharing the bounty: The Kai Ika Project

Chris Jupp shows how fish waste can become a valued feed with The Kai Ika Project in Wellington. Read the story . . . 

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Ocean inspiration: art and surfing

Dunedin artist and surfer Simon Kaan reveals the pull of the ocean.  Read the story . . . 

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Fantasies fulfilled: mermaid diving

Professional mermaid Sacha Williamson shares her underwater adventures in Tutukākā, Northland. Read the story . . .