Why Localise Whaingaroa/Raglan?

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Transition Town Whaingaroa is lining up what we think will be an enlightening and inspiring evening of discussion and connection for the Whaingaroa community.

Right now, in the western world, a re-localisation movement is sweeping across communities large and small in the face of governmental policies and international trade deals to the contrary. Citizens around the planet are waking up to the environmental and social perils associated with a globalised economy.

On Saturday 2nd May 6-10pm in the Raglan Town Hall an eclectic mix of speakers put forward the case for re-localising Whaingaroa. “Why localise Whaingaroa?” is the question and we will be treated with perspectives from educators, food growers, Tangata Whenua, local business folk and protectors of our environment. There will be music and food and we will connect with members of our community that we never thought we had anything in common with.

Special guest speaker Bill Mckibben is a best selling author, climate activist and educator. McKibbens latest book ‘Deep Economy’ argues not only the benefits but also the necessities of moving to a more localised economy. McKibben is currently on a whirlwind tour of NZ’s main cities promoting 350.org, a movement that he founded to  muster support for a global day of climate action in the lead up to December’s international climate negotiations in Copenhagen. Somehow we have the opportunity to have him share his knowledge with little old Raglan for a night. Check out www.350.org and www.billmckibben.com

Don’t miss it, the fun starts at 6pm, bring a plate of food to share.

Brought to you by Transition Town Whaingaroa and Whaingaroa Environment Centre in association with 350.org Aotearoa

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