[plug] new PLUG machine - call it "spark"

Mike Holland myk at golden.wattle.id.au
Wed Dec 15 14:28:57 WST 1999


On Wed, 15 Dec 1999, Christian wrote:

> > > with that"), how about 'Kororaa' the NZ name for it?
> > 
> > Perhaps, if Maori names are to be considered, then, how about kororareka,
> > meaning sweet penguin?
> 
> Have I missed something?  Since when has Perth been in New Zealand?
You must be confused, Perth is in Tasmania. 

Anyway, its the same penguin in NZ as here. And they have a much more
macho name. Maybe the real fairies are tough critters, but I think Disney
is to blame for their moden image. 


Mike Holland <mike at golden.wattle.id.au>            Perth, Australia.
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