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C. George Muller's latest book, Echoes in the Blue, ISBN: 9780615135946. Published by Koru Press Ltd. and now available from Amazon.com
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- Donations Presented
- Greenpeace
- Sea Shepherd
- IFAW
- Interviews and Talks
- Radio New Zealand Interview
- New Zealand Book Launch and Author Talks
- Special Events
- EcoExpo, Christchurch, NZ
- EcoFest, Nelson, NZ
- Hervey Bay Whale Festival, Queensland, Australia
- ‘Safe Journey’ - International Day of Action Against Whaling, Auckland, NZ
- ‘Safe Journey’ - International Day of Action Against Whaling, Kaikoura, NZ
- Nelson Half Marathon Sponsorship, Nelson, NZ
- Donations from Book Sales
Donations Presented
Greenpeace
- A $170 donation was presented to Bunny McDiarmid, Executive Director of Greenpeace NZ/Aotearoa on 02 Oct 07.
Sea Shepherd
- A $170 donation was presented to Jaime Brown, 2007 Sea Shepherd crew member, on 10 July 07, including funds raised at the Kaikoura ‘Day of Action’ against whaling.
Jaime Brown, Kaikoura Whalewatch and Sea Shepherd
crew member with George's donation.
IFAW
- A $50 donation to IFAW was presented to Olive Andrews, IFAW’s Pacific Campaigns Officer on 12 May 07, including funds raised at the Auckland ‘Day of Action’ against whaling.
- A $120 donation to IFAW was presented to Mick McIntyre, IFAW's Asia-Pacific Director on 31 Oct 07, including funds raised at the Hervey Bay Whale Festival in Queensland, Australia, and the Nelson Ecofest.
C. George Muller presents a donation to Olive
Andrews, IFAW's Pacific Campaigns Officer.
Interviews and Talks
Radio New Zealand Interview
On 14th May 2007 C. George Muller was interviewed live on Radio New Zealand, talking to Kathryn Ryan about the science and politics behind whaling and the IWC, and his motivations for writing the anti-whaling ‘eco-thriller’ novel Echoes in the Blue.
Replays were available after the broadcast:
http://www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon
New Zealand Book Launch and Author Talks
C. George Muller gave several free public talks on whales and whaling in May 2007.
Timed to coincide with the lead-up to the annual International Whaling Commission (IWC) meeting to decide the fate of whales, Mr Muller spoke about the science and politics behind whaling and the IWC, and his motivations for writing the anti-whaling ‘eco-thriller’ novel Echoes in the Blue.
Auckland Author Talk:
Thanks to the hosts and sponsors: Auckland City Libraries (Central and Remuera), Whitcoulls, Wheelers Bookshop, Glengarry Wines
Donation raised: $55 to go to Greenpeace
Nelson Author Talk:
Thanks to the hosts and sponsors: Elma Turner Library, Page & Blackmore Booksellers
Donation raised: $20 to go to Greenpeace
Special Events
EcoExpo, Christchurch, NZ
Date: 10-11 Nov 2007
Ecoexpo is all about helping you discover alternatives that have meaning to you now and to introduce you to changes you might wish to make in the future. By establishing your eco priorities you'll find that you can live better and protect the planet both for your enjoyment and for future generations.
C. George Muller attended with a book-signing booth and information to help raise public awareness of whaling.
Thanks to representatives from Koru Press who helped out with the booth.
Donation raised: coming soon!
EcoFest, Nelson, NZ
Date: 18-19 Aug 2007
Each year, the Nelson City and Tasman District Councils hold a weekend Expo in August at the Trafalgar Centre in Nelson, promoting sustainability messages, products and services. Ecofest has become established as one of the biggest showcases for environmentally friendly products, services and messages in New Zealand.
- To make it easier being green for everyone
- To not only highlight environmental issues, but also offer easy everyday actions and solutions.
- To highlight positive environmental actions by individuals, businesses and communities.
- To encourage others to follow positive environmental examples.
- To provide an alternative to rules and regulations for environmental care.
C. George Muller attended with a book-signing booth and information to help raise public awareness of whaling.
Thanks to representatives from Koru Press who helped out with the booth.
Donation raised: $50 presented to IFAW
Hervey Bay Whale Festival, Queensland, Australia
Date: 11 Aug 2007
Each year, Hervey Bay is graced with the presence of migrating humpback whales. Fascinating to people of all ages, these majestic giants have for decades lured thousands of tourists to the region.
Watching the whales play, hearing their song and learning about their place in the ocean’s eco-system is an inspiration for many, and the Hervey Bay Whale Festival launches the annual whalewatching season.
C. George Muller attended with a book-signing booth and information to help raise public awareness of whaling.
Thanks to representatives from Koru Press who helped out with the booth.
Donation raised: $50 presented to IFAW
‘Safe Journey’ - International Day of Action Against Whaling
The rally was staged by Auckland’s Pacific community to protest against Japanese plans to hunt up to 50 humpback whales next summer.
Whales hold a significant place in the tradition and culture of many Pacific countries, and whale-watching also plays an important part in the economies of Australia, New Zealand, and many struggling South Pacific countries.
Part of an international day of protest, the rally at Auckland’s Manukau Square, featured Maori and Pacific community leaders and entertainers.
‘Day of Action’ events were held in Manukau City (Auckland), Tauranga and Kaikoura, and also in Tonga and in twenty towns in Australia.
Auckland Day of Action:
Co-organised by IFAW, Mai FM, and the Tongan Advisory Council.
C. George Muller attended with a book-signing booth and information on whaling.
Echoes in the Blue book signing booth.
‘Our Whales are not Sushi’ mural.
With the inflatable whales.
C. George Muller presents a donation to Olive
Andrews, IFAW's Pacific Campaigns Officer.
C. George Muller and Rawiri Paratene,
event host and star of the hit move ‘Whale Rider’.
C. George Muller shows Echoes in the Blue to
the Hon Sandra Lee, former NZ Minister of
Conservation.
Donation raised: $50 presented to IFAW on 12 May 2007
Kaikoura Day of Action:
Co-organised by IFAW, WhaleWatch Kaikoura, and Dolphin Encounter Kaikoura.
A representative from Koru Press attended with copies of Echoes in the Blue, and information on whaling.
Lisa Bond (Kaikoura Whalewatch, and Event Organiser)
and L. Boren (Koru Press) with the Echoes in the Blue display.
Donation raised: $100 to go to IFAW ($50) and Sea Shepherd ($50)
Nelson Half Marathon Sponsorship
On the 6th of May 2007, a concerned marine biologist competed in the Nelson Half Marathon in a bid to raise awareness of the anti-whaling message and to raise money to support organisations that encourage non-lethal cetacean research and educational campaigns against whaling. Sponsorship money raised was offered to the “Echoes in the Blue” donation campaign for payment to its selected charities in recognition of their continued efforts to see an end to whaling soon.
Donation raised: $225 to go to Sea Shepherd ($100), IFAW ($50), and Greenpeace ($75)
Donations from Book Sales
An automatic donation is included from every book sold! More info…
NB. These donations are still accumulating as bookstores take several months to provide sales figures.
Donation raised: $60 to go to Sea Shepherd ($20), IFAW ($20), and Greenpeace ($20)