Miniature Marvels Scale Model Gallery - Free Admission by Appointment (PLEASE BOOK VIA WEBSITE)
A mental health crisis in 1997 led me to revive my childhood hobby of scale modelling and this became a passion that enriched my life thereafter. However, a 2013 Parkinson's diagnosis meant my time remaining for scale modelling was drastically reduced.
Determined that my model collection and knowledge should benefit others, I established the Miniature Marvels gallery to raise funds to research neurological conditions like Parkinson's and Multiple Sclerosis, which afflicts my mother, and to promote scale modelling to all ages.
Miniature Marvels offers “The 1/72nd Scale Experience”:
• Free Admission by Appointment
• Over 440 crafted exhibits.
• Diverse periods & genres.
• Consistent scale of 6’=1” (1m=14mm).
• Enriched experience with:
- Digital engagement via smartphone & PC.
- Downloadable exhibit histories, build logs & images.
- Knowledgeable host & curator.
- New exhibits monthly.
The attached PDF provides several images and information about the gallery.
Admission is free, with donations to the Neurological Foundation of New Zealand encouraged.
Miniature Marvels opened on January 6, 2025, and has raised almsmot$1,100 to date (19-02-2025). Despite many challenges, I continue to craft models to an acceptable gallery display standard. You can read visitor feedback here:
www.miniature-marvels.kiwi.nz...
To visit the Miniature Marvels website, go to www.miniature.com... or scan the QR code below. Please don't request bookings through Neighbourly, as it makes tracking bookings difficult. I can't always type replies due to my Parkinson's disease.
Secure your homes over summer
Police are reminding people to keep their homes secure during the summer months.
Inspector Glenda Barnaby, Christchurch Area Prevention manager, says daytime burglaries are just as common as nightime burglaries.
“Burglaries can be committed at any time of the day, and coming into warmer months there is more opportunity for thieves."
"Although a majority of burglaries involve forced entry through windows and doors, we are starting to see more incidents at insecure premises. Police deal with cases where burglaries are committed in broad daylight, sometimes even while the victim is at home. Good weather means open doors and windows, which makes homes more vulnerable to burglars.”
Inspector Barnaby says there’s a few things people can do to reduce their changes of a burglary being committed.
⚠️ If you’re going outside for gardening, relaxing in the sun, or working in the garage, take a moment to lock your doors and secure your windows first.
⚠️ Do the same at night when you go to bed - keep your doors and windows secure and close your curtains. Fitting window stays means you can get a breeze coming through, while keeping your windows secure.
⚠️ Get to know your neighbours - let them know if you’re going away and look out for one another.”
If you see any suspicious activity, people or vehicles in your neighbourhood, don't hesitate to contact Police.
If you witness or suspect any illegal activity, please call 111 if it is happening now, or make a report through 105 either online or over the phone, if it is after the fact.
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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72.7% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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16.3% Hmm, maybe?
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11% Yes!
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