One of the most commonly assumed facts about archaeologists (aside from our ability to have adventures, look good in a fedora and be surprisingly skilful with a whip), is that we can look at an object and know how old … Continue reading →
Context is an important concept in archaeology. Everyday artefacts, often mundane and fragmented, can take on a powerful meaning due to an unusual placement or an association with other material of a different type or function. These circumstances will often … Continue reading →
When it comes to the weird and wonderful in 19th century life, it’s hard to go past the field of medicine: specifically, pharmaceutical and ‘self-care’ remedies. Health-related products can be some of the wackiest and most interesting things we find … Continue reading →
Christchurch is rightly or wrongly traditionally thought of as an English city, but at every turn we can see a glimpse of England’s arch enemy…the Scots. While they may now technically be at peace, they do still meet annually on … Continue reading →
As the study of human history, it comes as no surprise that archaeology can be an exercise in contradictions. Humans are, after all, complex and paradoxical creatures. From a material culture perspective, one of the most obvious and frustrating incongruities … Continue reading →
When it comes to personal fragrance (continuing on from our post a couple of weeks ago), exactly which perfumes and deodorants we choose to wear can reveal a lot about us, as individuals and as a society. How we define … Continue reading →
The first feeling that strikes everyone on coming to New Zealand is its intense want of animal life. Mountains, plains, rivers, – mere features without a soul; for you can hardly dignify the miserable ground lark, the wailing weka, or … Continue reading →
A PDF copy of an image created for 'Still Here - The Kaiapoi Portrait Project'. The image reads, "New library coming soon! Amazing adventures can begin when we discover something new".
A photograph captioned, "In the 1930s the traffic in Gayhurst Road was so light that I can remember playing hockey and cricket with apple boxes for wickets. If a car or cart came along there was plenty of time to shift the boxes to let them past".
A PDF copy of a poster for the All Right? Compliments project. The poster contains 20 unique compliments and reads, "Free compliments. Give one away today. A kind word can mean the world to someone - tear one off and share the Canterbury love".
A PDF copy of a poster for the All Right? Compliments project. The poster contains 20 unique compliments and reads, "Free compliments. Give one away today. A kind word can mean the world to someone - tear one off and share the Canterbury love".
A PDF copy of an image created for the 2015 Summer Starter. The image features an All Right? 'tip of the week', which reads, "Do what you can and enjoy what you do. Every little bit counts." The image was published in The Press in the lead-up to the 2015 Summer Starter.
A PDF copy of a poster from the Let's Talk About Parenting project of the All Right? campaign. The caption reads, 'Felise, Parklands: "I know I can make a difference. I'm just finding out how." Real families aren't picture perfect. They're messy, playful and so much better'.
A PDF copy of a poster encouraging people to connect, one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The poster image depicts three 'All Righties' catching up over cakes and reads, "When did you last really catch up? Quality time with good friends can be the best medicine".
A PDF copy of an image created for the 2015 Summer Starter. The image features an All Right? 'tip of the week', which reads, "Not a runner? Not a problem! Just do what you can do and enjoy what you do. Every little bit counts." The image was published in The Press in the lead-up to the 2015 Summer Starter.
A PDF copy of a poster with tear-off tabs from the 2013 All Right? 'Compliments' campaign. The poster reads, "Free compliments. Give one away today. A kind word can mean the world to someone - tear one off and share the Canterbury love," and contains twenty unique compliments. The poster also includes the web address of the All Right? Facebook page.
A PDF copy of an image created for the 2015 Summer Starter. The image features an All Right? 'tip of the week', which reads, "Share a smile along the way! The little things we do can make a big difference to the people around us." The image was published in The Press in the lead-up to the 2015 Summer Starter.
A PDF copy of an image created for the 2015 Summer Starter. The image features an All Right? 'tip of the week', which reads, "Running not your thing?! How about some yoga or a good boogie? Moving your body can move your mood!" The image was published in The Press in the lead-up to the 2015 Summer Starter.
An PDF copy of a poster featuring Northcote resident Sophia Leota. The poster quotes Leota: "I am discovering that I can make a difference just by being myself." The poster is from the All Right? I am ... Identity project, which sought to celebrate identity and its importance to Pacific youth and their wellbeing.
A PDF copy of a media release titled "Disillusionment and stress in Canterbury". The media release includes quotes from All Right? Campaign Manager Sue Turner about the results of the CERA Wellbeing Survey and what people can do to improve their wellbeing. The media release was produced in March 2014.
An PDF copy of a poster featuring Merivale resident Salamina Kauapa. The poster quotes Kauapa: "No matter who you are, exercise can be fun! It's easy to forget that." The poster is from the All Right? I am ... Identity project, which sought to celebrate identity and its importance to Pacific youth and their wellbeing.
An PDF copy of a poster featuring young Pacific Cantabrians. The poster reads, "Be brave, surprise yourself and inspire others. Great things can happen when we dream big and stand together. The poster is from the All Right? I am ... Identity project, which sought to celebrate identity and its importance to Pacific youth and their wellbeing.
A PDF copy of a poster encouraging people to take notice, one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The poster depicts an 'All Rightie' in a fluorescent vest standing by a road cone and gazing at the night sky and reads, "When was your last moment of wonder? Sometimes the quietest moments can really change our perspective" .
A PDF copy of a full page advertisement from the All Right? 'Compliments' campaign that appeared in The Press in December 2013. The advertisement contains unique tear-off tab compliments and reads, "Free compliments. Give one away today. A kind word can mean the world to someone - so cut these out and share the Canterbury love." The advertisement also includes the web address of the All Right? Facebook page.
A PDF copy of eight posters promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. Each poster contains a wellbeing question and tip, such as "When was your last moment of wonder? Sometimes the quietest moments can really change our perspective," and "Tried something a little different lately? Having a go at something new builds confidence and a healthy mind".
A PDF copy of eight Adshel poster designs, each depicting a different way that people can improve their wellbeing. The posters were from phase 2 of the All Right? campaign, promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The Five Ways to Wellbeing is a simple, evidence-based approach to improving wellbeing, promoted by the Mental Health Foundation.
A PDF copy of eight Adshel poster designs, each depicting a different way that people can improve their wellbeing. The posters were from phase 2 of the All Right? campaign, promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The Five Ways to Wellbeing are a simple, evidence-based approach to improving wellbeing, promoted by the Mental Health Foundation.
A PDF copy of four labels that were wrapped around rose stems for All Right's 'Outrageous Burst of All Right: Flower Bombing'. Each label reads, "When did you last show a little love? Whether it's a simple act of kindness or lending a helping hand, the little things we do can make a big difference.
A PDF copy of four thank you cards for All Right? volunteers. On the first card, the front of the card reads, "You're the cat's pyjamas." The middle of the card is blank. The back of the card reads, "Being grateful for the small things can make a big difference to our relationships and the way we feel".
A PDF copy of eight signs from phase 2 of the All Right? campaign, depicting different ways that people can improve their wellbeing. The signs are from phase 2 of the All Right? campaign, promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The Five Ways to Wellbeing is a simple, evidence-based approach to improving wellbeing, promoted by the Mental Health Foundation.