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  • 11-06-2026 - Julie Pearse, Friends of Tuhura’s Patron

    11-06-2026 - Julie Pearse, Friends of Tuhura’s Patron
    2026/06/11
    As a former president of the Friends of Tūhura and granddaughter of H. D. Skinner, Julie Pearse is well qualified to share the Friends' rich history. With fascinating anecdotes and historical information, Julie enlightens listeners on the highs and lows of the Association of Friends, how it battled membership problems in the 2000s and rose again. She tells tales of her “Pop’s” excavations and the games he would play with her in the museum. She also shares her father Dick Skinner’s views on the museum’ retention of Wharenui Mataatua and how they differed from her own. Our hosts are delighted to share glimpses of Julie’s lifetime of dedication to the museum, her mission work and establishment of the Otago Farmers Market, activities which contributed to her becoming a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2025. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    26 分
  • 04-06-2026 - Leota Meredith, Tuhura Pasifika Engagement manager

    04-06-2026 - Leota Meredith, Tuhura Pasifika Engagement manager
    2026/06/04
    Helping communities find their voice is an extremely difficult job; luckily, it’s second nature for Leota Meredith, Pasifika engagement manager at Tūhura. In a time when museums are facing up to their colourful pasts, bringing in the perspectives of the many Pasifika communities in Otago is more important than ever. Leota has been on the frontline, helping the museum transform its Pasifika gallery into a representative and modern exhibit. Leota enlightens our audience on the tenets of community engagement and just how busy she has been! Our hosts discuss the unique and important relationship between the Friends and the Pasifika collection as it has evolved, while enjoying Leota’s famous quips. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    29 分
  • 28-05-2026 - Dr Doug Holborow, Friend of Tuhura

    28-05-2026 - Dr Doug Holborow, Friend of Tuhura
    2026/05/28
    Bad handwriting can spark intrigue or rage - a dilemma every archivist and volunteer has experienced. Dr Doug Holborow has decoded and catalogued many instances of illegible scrawls for the Tūhura Archives project. On today’s show, retired periodontist Doug walks our hosts through his storied past with the Friends as well as the process of archiving H. D. Skinner’s correspondence – a tad easier than pulling teeth. From surprise personal connections to polite declinations, Doug enlightens and informs our listeners on the fascinating world of historic museum collection. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    28 分
  • 21-05-2026 - Jeanette Leigh, Tuhura Archive Project volunteer

    21-05-2026 - Jeanette Leigh, Tuhura Archive Project volunteer
    2026/05/21
    Volunteers are the backbone of community and creative institutions and Jeanette Leigh has racked up countless hours of tireless work. Why choose which associations to belong to when you can be a life member for most of them? That’s exactly what our guest today did. Jeanette inspires our hosts and audience with stories from her work on the Tūhura Otago Museum archives project, her history with the Friends of Tūhura, and the city of Dunedin. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    26 分
  • 14-05-2026 - Dr Georgia Ciaran - Tuhura Philanthropy

    14-05-2026 - Dr Georgia Ciaran - Tuhura Philanthropy
    2026/05/14
    Without donations, charitable cultural institutions struggle to survive. Dr Georgia Ciaran has made it her life’s mission to help keep irreplaceable icons like Tūhura Otago Museum thriving for generations to come. On today’s show, our guest, the head of philanthropy and development at Tūhura, describes how every penny given can leave a lasting legacy. Georgia gives our listeners insight into the impact of philanthropy at Tūhura - from sprinklers to collection management. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    25 分
  • 07-05-2026 - E/Prof Nancy Longnecker, Tuhura Friends President

    07-05-2026 - E/Prof Nancy Longnecker, Tuhura Friends President
    2026/05/07
    Host of Friends Forever and Friends president Nancy Longnecker is in the hotseat, with co-host Rafael and guest host Joëlle quizzing the science communication emerita professor on her long career and dedication to the Friends. Nancy discusses her work on the Friends’ centenary exhibition as well as the million other things she juggles to keep the Association helping Tūhura. A lifetime of helping to better communicate and inform the public, spanning agriculture, Moriori and much more; Nancy shares snippets of her fascinating life with listeners. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    26 分
  • 30-04-2026 - Tim Medlicott, Tuhura Archives volunteer

    30-04-2026 - Tim Medlicott, Tuhura Archives volunteer
    2026/04/30
    Retirement hasn’t stopped Dr Tim Medlicott from active contributions to the community. After about 40 years as a GP, Tim is an active Friend of Tūhura Otago Museum and consistent and substantial volunteer with the museum’s Archives Project. The Association of Friends support the Archives Project with funding and volunteers. Friends are summarising and scanning documents including letters to and from HD Skinner, one of the museum’s influential directors. The letters detail unique item acquisitions and provide insights into the personalities and their sense of purpose. Tim shares some of the fascinating stories that he has come across through his work with the Archives Project. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    27 分
  • 23-04-2026 - Gareth West, Tuhura Otago Museum archivist

    23-04-2026 - Gareth West, Tuhura Otago Museum archivist
    2026/04/23
    Preserving information for the future and gardening are two of Gareth West’s passions. Our hosts talk with Gareth about the importance of Tūhura’s Archives Project which the Association of Friends has supported with funding and volunteers. Archives are an important part of the museum’s collections. They help discover the past and protect documentation for further use. Tūhura’s archives include last century’s correspondence between museum director H. D. Skinner and museums around the world during a time of active collecting and trading. Have a listen as Gareth describes archival processes, use of materials by researchers and the future of the project, giving listeners a look into a world many know little about. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    26 分