February 2014

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Regular Features

Book review

With her ability to present history as breaking news, Antonia Fraser’s previous historic books have been real page turners. The latest, Perilous…

Feb 2014

Community News

Anyone for philosophy?

For a great many people, if various discussions I’ve had are any indicator, philosophy represents a sort of pointless indulgence. They see…

Feb 2014

Community News

A rare visitor

Last month Rural Delivery contractor Gordon Wyeth spotted a rare, large elephant seal resting on the southern coast. These seals range around…

Feb 2014

Community News

A PIECE OF PISA

The international survey of student academic prowess released late last year led to the usual flurry of breast beating and pomposity .…

Feb 2014

Community News

A New Year idea

Here’s an idea about doing something productive – knitting – while you watch TV, listen to the radio or enjoy a chat.…

Feb 2014

Community News

A Big Thank you From The Dame Malvina Major Foundation

The Wellington Committee of The Dame Malvina Major Foundation were thrilled with the response from Martinborough and wider community to their December…

Feb 2014

Community News

29 USES FOR A QUESTION MARK

Why do the trees have such nobbly knees – Does it help them to bend when they walk? What does a hen…

Feb 2014

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