title: Edward Gallagher: a Te Aroha coach proprietor

authors: Hart, Philip

abstract: Edward Gallagher, who arrived in New Zealand at the age of two in 1844, fought as a cavalryman against Maori in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty. His subsequent career was primarily based around horses, having pioneer coaching and cartage businesses in Thames, Ohinemuri, and Te Aroha. When living in Thames he invested in local mines and even did some mining. For several years he also farmed at Puriri. After moving to Te Aroha, his coaches ran to Waiorongomai and elsewhere, profitably. He also did some carting and became a farmer (at Te Aroha West). His investments in Waiorongomai and Stoney Creek mines probably brought him no profit.
Gallagher was very active in assisting the development of the Te Aroha district, being elected to several committees and becoming chairman of the town board and later the second mayor. His erratic and abrasive behaviour in his dealings with colleagues on these bodies was notable. In politics he was a strong supporter of the Liberal Party and of the rights of the Irish, but in practice he could be as oppressive as any Irish landlord. He was an important member of the community, but a flawed one.

text: Edward Gallagher: a Te Aroha coach proprietor Edward Gallagher, who arrived in New Zealand at the age of two in 1844, fought as a cavalryman against Maori in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty. His subsequent career was primarily based around horses, having pioneer coaching and cartage businesses in Thames, Ohinemuri, and Te Aroha. When living in Thames he invested in local mines and even did some mining. For several years he also farmed at Puriri. After moving to Te Aroha, his coaches ran to Waiorongomai and elsewhere, profitably. He also did some carting and became a farmer (at Te Aroha West). His investments in Waiorongomai and Stoney Creek mines probably brought him no profit.
Gallagher was very active in assisting the development of the Te Aroha district, being elected to several committees and becoming chairman of the town board and later the second mayor. His erratic and abrasive behaviour in his dealings with colleagues on these bodies was notable. In politics he was a strong supporter of the Liberal Party and of the rights of the Irish, but in practice he could be as oppressive as any Irish landlord. He was an important member of the community, but a flawed one.

year: 2016

title: Diurnal changes in the heterotrophic uptake of glycolate and glucose in two lakes

authors: Rawley, Brian Andrew

subjects: Antarctica

abstract: A study was made of diurnal changes in the heterotrophic uptake kinetics of both ¹⁴C-glucose and ¹⁴C- glycolate in two small stratified lakes, Lake Rotomanuka in New Zealand and Lake Fryxell in Antarctica. The purpose of the investigation was to study the effect that diurnal changes in the extracellular release of certain substrates by algae might have on the uptake of those substrates by aquatic microheterotrophs. The heterotrophic uptake technique of Parsons and Strickland.(196l) was modified to provide a technique which was more convenient for field-work. In an effort to exclude the effects of migration and heterogeneous population distribution on substrate uptake, the microbial population in each lake was observed using a combination of (a) direct counts of bacteria (using acridine orange staining and epi-fluorescent microscopy); (b) measurement of chlorophyll α and bacterio-chlorophyll and (c) measurement of the reduction of INT dye. The natural concentration of glycolate was measured on some occasions using a modification of the technique of Shah and Wright (1974).

text: Diurnal changes in the heterotrophic uptake of glycolate and glucose in two lakes A study was made of diurnal changes in the heterotrophic uptake kinetics of both ¹⁴C-glucose and ¹⁴C- glycolate in two small stratified lakes, Lake Rotomanuka in New Zealand and Lake Fryxell in Antarctica. The purpose of the investigation was to study the effect that diurnal changes in the extracellular release of certain substrates by algae might have on the uptake of those substrates by aquatic microheterotrophs. The heterotrophic uptake technique of Parsons and Strickland.(196l) was modified to provide a technique which was more convenient for field-work. In an effort to exclude the effects of migration and heterogeneous population distribution on substrate uptake, the microbial population in each lake was observed using a combination of (a) direct counts of bacteria (using acridine orange staining and epi-fluorescent microscopy); (b) measurement of chlorophyll α and bacterio-chlorophyll and (c) measurement of the reduction of INT dye. The natural concentration of glycolate was measured on some occasions using a modification of the technique of Shah and Wright (1974).

year: 1982

title: Māori and Dementia: Māori health professionals’ perceptions of dementia, support offered and suggested improvements

authors: Townsend, Marie

subjects: dementia

abstract: E iti noa ana, nā te aroha (It is the giving that counts and not the size of the gift) The purpose of this thesis was to investigate the perceptions of Māori health professionals about Māori elders and dementia. The study aimed to describe: Māori health care providers’ understandings of dementia; traditional versus contemporary understandings; how cultural beliefs affect experience; how Māori cope with dementia; key issues relevant to Māori people with dementia; and how services can be improved to meet the needs of aged Māori. The usefulness and possible cultural adaptation of the biomedical model has been explored within the context of a Māori worldview and the perceptions of participants. Semi-structured and in-depth interviews were conducted with eight mental health professionals and one caregiver. The information gathered at interviews was recorded within verbatim transcripts, which were written and returned to the participants for feedback. A qualitative data analysis was carried out on the approved transcripts. The main findings suggest that Māori health professionals recognise that many Māori perceive dementia both from a traditional cultural perspective, associated with spirituality as well as a holistic understanding of wellness. Key issues identified by participants were: that there is fear associated with mental health facilities; the exclusion of cultural values and understandings from service providers is detrimental to the wellbeing of Māori elders; Māori do not understand the symptoms typically associated with dementia as an illness; there is a need for information and education within an appropriate frame for whānau; disjointed and multiple service providers inhibits Māori from accessing facilities offered; and that there is a real need for further services. It was considered important that mental health services are culturally appropriate, show respect for Māori values; are coordinated and sensitive; encourage and continue the development of a Māori mental health workforce; and further develop kaupapa Māori services for Māori elders. The main implication of this research is that further investigation into Māori and dementia is required. Recommendations are made with a view towards better addressing some of the mental health needs of Māori elders.

text: Māori and Dementia: Māori health professionals’ perceptions of dementia, support offered and suggested improvements E iti noa ana, nā te aroha (It is the giving that counts and not the size of the gift) The purpose of this thesis was to investigate the perceptions of Māori health professionals about Māori elders and dementia. The study aimed to describe: Māori health care providers’ understandings of dementia; traditional versus contemporary understandings; how cultural beliefs affect experience; how Māori cope with dementia; key issues relevant to Māori people with dementia; and how services can be improved to meet the needs of aged Māori. The usefulness and possible cultural adaptation of the biomedical model has been explored within the context of a Māori worldview and the perceptions of participants. Semi-structured and in-depth interviews were conducted with eight mental health professionals and one caregiver. The information gathered at interviews was recorded within verbatim transcripts, which were written and returned to the participants for feedback. A qualitative data analysis was carried out on the approved transcripts. The main findings suggest that Māori health professionals recognise that many Māori perceive dementia both from a traditional cultural perspective, associated with spirituality as well as a holistic understanding of wellness. Key issues identified by participants were: that there is fear associated with mental health facilities; the exclusion of cultural values and understandings from service providers is detrimental to the wellbeing of Māori elders; Māori do not understand the symptoms typically associated with dementia as an illness; there is a need for information and education within an appropriate frame for whānau; disjointed and multiple service providers inhibits Māori from accessing facilities offered; and that there is a real need for further services. It was considered important that mental health services are culturally appropriate, show respect for Māori values; are coordinated and sensitive; encourage and continue the development of a Māori mental health workforce; and further develop kaupapa Māori services for Māori elders. The main implication of this research is that further investigation into Māori and dementia is required. Recommendations are made with a view towards better addressing some of the mental health needs of Māori elders.

year: 2011