New Staff

We are very happy to introduce two new staff members into the New Zealand Lattitude Office! We have two new Project Co-Ordinators - Maaren Bazuin and Lorna Murrell. Interns Waipora and Jenn are now on their placements and we hope they are having a great time.



Hello

My name is Lorna Murrell and I am excited to have joined the Lattitude team. I am originally from the UK and have been here for 16 years. I am also an ex volunteer from 2006 where I was placed in a school in the UK. I had the time of my life and learnt so much. I backpacked around Europe and saw so many amazing places. After returning I completed my Diploma in Business.

I am exciting about learning new things and meeting the volunteers.

Maarten Bazuin

Prior to joining Lattitude Global Volunteering Maarten taught public school teachers in Korea. Maarten has also been campaign manager for SAFeAGE, worked for Biowatch and Greenpeace, worked as a teacher of children with learning disabilities in South Africa and ran a Harley-Davidson motorcycle rental business and workshop. He has done volunteer work in Africa, Asia and in New Zealand and is passionate about education and the environment. In his free time Maarten is a HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) instructor and a medieval re-enactor. Having travelled extensively throughout Europe, Africa and

Asia, he can advise volunteers from personal experience.

Auckland, Christchurch and Palmerston North Pre Departure Briefings 2010

The past few weeks the NZ Lattitude office has been incredibly busy organising Pre Departure Briefings for 2011 NZ volunteers and their parents. We loved catching up with all the future volunteers as well as past vol's who came along to tell their stories and pass on their very valuable advice. It was a pleasure to have Sarah Banks from the Lattitude Office in Australia help out in our Christchurch Briefing.

  A huge thank you to everyone who helped out and took part. Here are some photo highlights of some very successful days.

NZ August Orientation

On the 27th, 28th, and 29th of August Lattitude NZ had their Orientation weekend for the group of 49 volunteers arriving from the UK, Ireland, Germany, Canada and even one from the U.S.A in Auckland. We all had a fantastic time getting know the volunteers and settling them into our Kiwi Culture. Some photographic highlights for you below!

Anna, Waipora and Jenn ready to get Orientation started

Greeting the first group at Auckland Airport

Sharyn doing her thing

Lattitude Bags on the streets of Auckland City during the Amazing Race

Group shot with Auckland in the background after a trip to Kelly Tarltons

Lattitude at Mcauley High School

Recently Jenn travelled to Auckland to participate in McAuley High School's Career expo. The set up was fantastic and the students were incredibly helpful. Thank you McAuley High School for such a great day, we hope to see you next year!

Outdoor Camps in Canada

If you consider yourself fun loving person who enjoys working with others, why not Volunteer in an Outdoor Education Camp in Canada. Lattitude NZ currently has vacancies for Camps that can last from 4 months up to a full year. Volunteering in a Camp not only gives you the chance to explore the diverse urban culture and stunning landscapes of Canada, but also offers the opportunity to learn new skills and gain recognised qualifications. If this sounds like you, contact Jenn (intern@lattitude.org.nz) or visit our website.

Katie's Leaving Lunch

As of Monday 12 July Katie is on Maternity Leave. On Friday 09 July the office celebrated at lunch, her time with Lattitude New Zealand and the Baby on the way. Her knowledge, skills and personality will be missed and we wish her all the best for the coming future!
(clockwise from front left: Anna, Jenn, Sharyn, Michelle, Waipora and Katie)

Argentina

We are currently looking for volunteers, 19 years of age and up, for a 4 month English Teaching placement in Buenos Aires. For more information on this or any other placements in Argentina phone us on 06 350 5920 or email aburgin@lattitude.org.nz