{"title":"Debbie McCauley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDebbie McCauley\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a thoughtful selection of children's books and educational titles that engage with history and cultural narratives. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003eEliza and the White Camellia\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eTe Kuia rāua ko Kurī: Legend of Te Kuia and Kurī\u003c\/em\u003e, blend storytelling with meaningful insights, drawing young readers into significant themes through accessible and evocative language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on New Zealand heritage and important historical events, including the impact of the Treaty of Waitangi, McCauley’s books provide valuable resources for both learning and reflection. These titles encourage curiosity and understanding within the context of education and reference, suitable for a range of readers interested in cultural stories and history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"eliza-and-the-white-camellia-by-debbie-mccauley-9780473449469","title":"Eliza and the White Camellia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarah Hart was pregnant with her second child when her husband, bricklayer Edward Hart, stole food to feed his hungry family. On the run for 17 months, when captured he served six years on board prison hulks. After his release, the family searched for a better life and found it offered by the New Zealand Company, arriving in 1841, the year after the Treaty of Waitangi was signed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEliza was their first New Zealander, born in 1846. A mother of 12, she became a suffragist and actively sought the vote for women, which was granted after a \u003cem\u003emonster petition\u003c\/em\u003e was presented to Parliament in 1893.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis bilingual children’s picture book is a Suffrage 125 project and spans Eliza’s life, from poverty, emigration, elections, illegitimate children, women and the vote, the trial of Minnie Dean and the formation of the National Council of Women, concluding the month following the start of World War I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLavishly illustrated with a mix of original artwork, photographs and ephemera, the book also includes the following: Contents Page, Fact Boxes, New Zealand Timeline, World Suffrage Timeline, Suffrage Activities, Suffrage Quiz, Glossary and an Index.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mauao Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67632760258796,"sku":"9780473449469","price":37.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9eeea62ab9a305c45f862d8b2c0a0a52.jpg?v=1791864418"},{"product_id":"ko-mauao-te-maunga-by-debbie-mccauley-9780473297060","title":"Ko Mauao te Maunga","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe history of Mauao, along with the legend, is one of heartbreak and struggle, but also one of endurance, strength and unity. Mauao stands guard at the entrance to Te Awanui, the Tauranga Harbour. 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It retells the traditional story of \u003cem\u003eTe Kuia rāua ko Kurī: Legend of Te Kuia and Kurī\u003c\/em\u003e. Tangaroa, ruler of the ocean, was so touched by the love of Kurī for Te Kuia, that he turned their bodies into rocks which still lie together at the foot of Mauao in Tauranga Moana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is dedicated to the memory of the eight people who lost their lives on 22 January 2026 during the landslides at Mauao and the Pāpāmoa Hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen people leave the safety of Te Awanui | Tauranga Harbour for the Pacific Ocean, they traditionally throw small offerings toward the rocks Te Kuia and Kurī at the base of Mauao. This shows their respect for Tangaroa, ruler of the ocean, and their hope for a safe return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut what is the story of loyalty and tragedy behind these rocks? Legend has it that Te Kuia fell down the maunga while trying to warn her people of a possible enemy attack. She tripped and fell, tumbling down the maunga and into the water below. Ever faithful, Kurī jumped into the water, valiantly trying to save her. Sadly, both drowned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTangaroa was touched by the actions of Te Kuia and the devotion of Kurī, who was the last of his kind to live in Tauranga Moana. He turned their bodies to stone, so they could remain steadfast companions forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe acknowledge the tīpuna (ancestors) who were kaitiaki (guardians) of our oral history and who passed these stories down from generation to generation so that they might be retold in written format and carried close to our hearts today with the blessing and aroha of our kaumātua.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKō ngā tahu ā ō tapuwai inanahi, hei tauira mō āpōpō. The footsteps laid down by our ancestors create the paving stones upon which we stand today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany people have helped this book upon its journey through their help and encouragement, locating a tiny piece of information I felt was important, or with proofreading and suggestions. Along with my whānau and amazing team, they include: Peter Arts (for taking us in his boat to visit Te Kuia and Kurī rocks), Takiri Butler (Moana Radio, daily updates during the landslides), Dean Flavell (Ngā Poutiriao ō Mauao chairman), Kane Fleury (Tūhura Otago Museum), Penny Guy (proofreading), Neville Hudson (University of Auckland Geology Department), Fiona Kean (Tauranga Heritage Collection), Maia McCauley (proofreading), Lee Murray ONZM (proofreading), Chris Parker (artwork photography) and kaumātua Des Tata for telling me this story many years ago and encouraging this pukapuka. 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