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Had a motorbike accident in 1983 and lost my job because of it. Crushed vertebrae in upper back still affect me and astronomy is sometimes the worst hobby because of it. Have had a number of jobs since but did 16 years as a volunteer with Youthline, a phone counselling line. Was a mentor, counsellor, trainer and facilitator over that time. Recently left there and now have a part time job with an organisation that supports families who have a member with mental illness. Work as a receptionist and get paid enough to only have to work 3 days a week.
Also have been involved in the Auckland Astronomical Society since 1988 and write articles on observing for their journal and website. Past jobs include farm work, labourer, accounts clerk, pay clerk, support worker.
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