Carmen Hall

New Zealand

Multimedia Reporter at New Zealand Herald

Articles

‘There was something missing’: Reconnecting to lost heritage brings healing

2 months ago | nzherald.co.nz | Carmen Hall

Alan Calvert is discovering his Maori heritage at age 76. Contributed contentCarmen Hall is a communications advisor for Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Te Rangi Iwi Trust and a former Bay of Plenty Times journalist. Alan Calvert only showed flickers of interest about his Māori heritage until, at age 76, he stepped on to a marae for the first time to revive that journey. Derek Whelan only found out he was Māori when his grandmother told them on her deathbed.
Tauranga iwi’s internship programme opens doors for young professionals

Jan 5, 2025 | nzherald.co.nz | Carmen Hall

Contributed contentCarmen Hall is a communications advisor for Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Te Rangi Iwi Trust and a former Bay of Plenty Times journalist. When Katarina Ngatai did a summer internship with a Tauranga iwi, she had no idea the move would change the trajectory of her life and career.
New Year 2025 Honours: Puhirake Ihaka made an officer of NZ Order of Merit

Dec 30, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Carmen Hall

Contributed contentCarmen Hall is a communications adviser for Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Te Rangi Iwi Trust and a former Bay of Plenty Times journalist. When Tauranga’s Puhirake Ihaka received a celebratory email to say he would be acknowledged in the 2025 New Year Honours list, he thought it was a “scam or joke”. “I was thinking, is this for real?”The Ngāi Te Rangi kaumātua and long-standing leader made some calls for confirmation before his worry turned into shock.
Forestry apprentice ‘living the dream after being a high school troublemaker

Jul 24, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Carmen Hall

Alazae Hayes started out making soap, but now he is pursuing a career in the forestry industry. By his own admission, in high school Alazae Hayes was “doing dumb stuff and got into trouble”. Now the 21-year-old Rotorua forestry harvesting apprentice says he is “living the dream” driving big machines with clear goals in sight. Hayes started his career making soap until a free pruning and planting course with Rotomā No. 1 Incorporation provided the springboard into forestry.
Some kiwifruit growers financially strapped despite record harvest

Jul 22, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Carmen Hall

The tide has turned for the kiwifruit industry as this season signalled its biggest harvest on record but some growers are struggling financially. Photo / NZMEMany kiwifruit growers are “suffering financially” and some say they are struggling to cover rising costs, with one describing the situation as tough. But most orchardists remain “generally positive” and a record crop of more than 197 million trays was produced this season.
Costs 'just as out of control in Aussie': The Kiwis who have come home

Jul 12, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Carmen Hall

A lot of Kiwis who come home from Australia do it for family reasons. Photo / 123rf Thousands of Kiwis have fled to Australia chasing better opportunities and higher wages. But what about those who have returned home to an economy in recession, soaring costs of living - and a market where job advertisements have fallen by 30 per cent and some roles that used to attract 30 applicants are getting 300. Carmen Hall reports.
Kiwifruit industry 'booming', licence and orchard prices fall

Jun 30, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Carmen Hall

The kiwifruit industry is 'booming', says NZKGI. Photo / NZMEKiwifruit SunGold licence prices down nearly 40% on last yearKiwifruit orchard values fall by hundreds of thousands of dollarsZespri completes record harvest of more than 197 million traysIndustry is ‘booming’, growers’ group saysMore corporates emerge as ‘cost and knowledge’ major challenges for young growers.
Cost of living: Bay of Plenty middle-income families describe struggle to make ends meet

Jun 25, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Carmen Hall

Horrendous, impossible and stuck. That is how middle-income Kiwis describe their plight as they battle hefty home loans, insurance costs and grocery bills. Bad mortgage debt has hit nearly $2 billion and KiwiSaver hardship withdraws have doubled as families struggle with higher living costs. Carmen Hall reports. “I lie awake at night worrying about money.”That’s how a working mum, who shared her story on the condition of anonymity, feels as her living costs soar.
How to talk about money and finances with your partner

Jun 23, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Carmen Hall

Money can cause arguments between a lot of couples. Photo / 123rf Money makes the world go around but it also causes stress, anxiety and conflict between many couples. Financial experts say those who can conquer their emotions and talk openly and honestly about money will have better relationships. Carmen Hall reports. Talking about money is not easy and can be a “passion killer” and many conversations are needed – not just one. Retirement Commission personal finance lead Tom Hartmann.
How to talk about money and finances with your partner

Jun 22, 2024 | refresh.news | Carmen Hall

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