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Rebecca May
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  • Christchurch
  • New Zealand
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Rebecca May replied to John Veitch's discussion Earthquake Crisis - Top down works well - Bottom up fails? in the group Canterbury Transition Forum
"here's a chance to be a part of a positive change for our city: sign this petition: http://www.change.org/petitions/tell-new-zealands-government-christchurch-rebuild-must-lead-the-world-in-sustainability-2#?opt_new=t&opt_fb=t"
Apr 7, 2011
Rebecca May commented on Christoph Hensch's group Canterbury Transition Forum
"i see that Katie has posted this petition already. folks, this is a superb chance to us to be part of a positive change for our city and communities. give this petition your support and forward it to all your…"
Apr 7, 2011
Rebecca May replied to John Veitch's discussion Earthquake Crisis - Top down works well - Bottom up fails? in the group Canterbury Transition Forum
"John, I am the volunteers co-ordinator for New Brighton Project. Like many people in my street, neighbourhood, and community, I was without electricity for two weeks.  I was also without water for just over two weeks and I still don't have…"
Mar 16, 2011
Rebecca May commented on Natalie's group Food Growing.
"my spuds are doing poorly too and i'll have a right old rant about it to anyone who'll stand still long enough. i've been blaming the straw i use to mound up- but maybe there's something a little deeper than that..."
Jan 24, 2011
Rebecca May joined Natalie's group
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Food Growing.

Questions, answers, discussions on how to grow your own food. What grows where, what does not, when to plant..... We welcome people just getting started and season pro's to get us all growing!
Jan 24, 2011
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Rebecca May replied to Georgina Aorangi Stanley's discussion CSA/ teikei in the group Community Supported Agriculture Investigation Group
"kia ora george, i feel we need to get together to chat about this! as a community of folk, i am sure that brighton would support this & with access to 1000 folk via the newsletter i write we could really get behind you! email me nbp.newsletter…"
Nov 17, 2010
Rebecca May commented on Christoph Hensch's group Canterbury Transition Forum
"What a fabulous website, Christoph! Please feel free to include the New Brighton Project's blog address for anyone who's interested in catching up on or subscribing to our newsletter. www.newbrightonproject.blogspot.com"
Nov 8, 2010
Rebecca May added a discussion to the group Christchurch Transition Forum
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NZ's first ecoMarket and your chance to get involved!

New Brighton Project is currently working on establishing NZ’s first weekly Eco Market in New Brightonwhich will be launched on the 31st of October, 10am-2pm.We are still looking for stallholders, workshop presenters and non-profit organisations who would like to be part of this exciting venture.Here some examples of what we are looking for:Scrumptious wholesome food: spray free or organically grown fruit and vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, herbs and spices, herb teas or fair trade tea and…See More
Aug 30, 2010
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Rebecca May joined Christoph Hensch's group
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CEN - Canterbury Ecovillage Network

Canterbury Ecovillage Network - a loose group of people who are interested in creating ecovillage and intentional community in the Canterbury area!
Aug 8, 2010
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Rebecca May joined Grifen's group
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Gaia University NZ

A regional organising group in NZ creating a transition university; actively working for a sustainable future, cultivating learning communities, supporting people to implement transition initiatives.
Jul 26, 2010
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Rebecca May joined Christoph Hensch's group
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Christchurch Transition Forum

The Christchurch Transition Forum is for everyone in the Canterbury area who is interested in Transition Towns and/or is member of a local initiative. We meet about every two months for a forum where we can network and exchange information in person.
Jul 26, 2010
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Rebecca May joined Richard Lee's group
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Community Supported Agriculture Investigation Group

Considering NZ imports the majority of its staple grains, such as wheat , rice etc, I am interested in looking into the viability of using the CSA model to help increase the production of these and other carbohydrate crops with the domestic market.See More
Jul 26, 2010
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Rebecca May left a comment for Deirdre Kent
"yes, I've read that the Ning network won't be free! what a shame!! - but, the only way we could possibly turn that around would be by showing our continued support! good luck everybody! b"
May 17, 2010
Deirdre Kent left a comment for Rebecca May
"Welcome Rebecca. Looks like you are very busy in New Brighton there. Not sure the future of this site right now."
May 16, 2010
Rebecca May is now a member of New Zealand Transition Initiatives Social Network
May 16, 2010
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Profile Information

I found out about Transition Towns...
When I was browsing the net
In the context of Transition Towns my interests / passions are:
Community, exchange, organic and permanent horticulture, local, sharing.
What are you happy to share about yourself:
I'm a part time peasant and full time mum. I also write the e-Newsletter for the New Brighton Project, am on the committee for the New Brighton Project and the New Brighton Timebank, am part of the greater family at South Brighton Playcentre and in my spare time like to fossic on the beach...
Where do you live (City or Town):
Christchurch
Website1:
http://newbrightonproject.blogspot.com

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At 15:23 on May 16, 2010, Deirdre Kent said…
Welcome Rebecca. Looks like you are very busy in New Brighton there. Not sure the future of this site right now.
 
 
 

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