Matariki links

Links to find out more about Matariki astronomical events – Carter observatory http://www.carterobservatory.org/matariki-at-carter-0 Levin http://www.horoastronomy.org.nz/blog-posts/matarikicelebrationswithtetakere Look out for the Special Matariki Talk on the Maramataka, Wednesday 19 June, Presented by Dr Pauline Harris of Victoria University and members of the Society for Māori Astronomy, Research and Traditions (SMART).

Bright Ale Recipe

Acknowledgment Recipe and method adapted from a post by Tony on the Aussie Home Brewer forum here:   http://www.aussiehomebrewer.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=26419   Description This is a great summer thirst quencher that should appeal to lager drinkers. Light, refreshing, not too hoppy, and dead easy to make. It takes about 45 minutes more than using a kit but … Read more

Word 13 May 2013

Kia ora Paekakariki and welcome to Word. I’m Mercedes, and in this show I’ll be taking a look at writers and Paekakariki. What is it about this village that attracts people who make art with words? I’ll be asking local writers this question, starting with Helen Heath.   Words and music have been linked throughout … Read more

Te Pae

Your weekly community radio show with news, views, performances and interviews of Paekakariki. Community Notices at 7pm (1pm). The Te Pae Production Team: Andy McKay, Shona Jaunas, Sylvia Bagnall, Russell Thomas, Justine Ward, Janet Holborrow, Mark Coote and Mark Amery. To provide community notices or suggest content email us at [email protected] Panel discussions, music performances, … Read more

Home Brew Suppliers

Brewers World (Kapiti Lights) Stocks: kits by Muntons, Brewcraft and Mangrove Jacks US-05 and SO4 yeast Black Rock malt extract sanitiser fermenters and other equipment. Prices are steep compared with other outlets, but it’s local and easy to get to if you need something in a hurry. Poor selection of hops. No grains. Does not … Read more

How To Improve a Kit

Basic method Most brewers start off with a kit brew. It’s an easy way to make beer and learn some basics of brewing. Most kits contain 1.5 kg to 1.7 kg pre-hopped malt extract. Usually the instructions on the can go something like this: boil 2 to 3 litres of water empty can into a sanitised fermenter … Read more

M.A.W.P.

TGIF – Week Over!!!    Every Friday at 8pm, M.A.W.P. is a show of rollicking, mindless humour, interspersed with the best of rock and pop, new and old.  Each show, hosts Stefan and MCMC have a tasty prize for a knowledgeable music lover, and  a special ‘mystery’ guest will play their personal selection.