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ISSUE 1, DECEMBER 2014

THE STUDENT MAGAZINE OF ST PETER’S COLLEGE, GORE

Interview with Ria Vandervis // St Peter’s College Survival Guide // Beat the Summertime Sadness // Humans of Gore // The Real Issues of a Teenage Girl // Exposé // Gallery // Profile.

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the editor Hey there. Welcome to the very first edition of Paper!

Paper Magazine has been created, written and designed by a group of senior students. We all know that many people in our school can do some extraordinary things, so throughout this magazine we are showcasing some of the talent that we have at St Peter’s as well as providing you with some [hopefully] engaging articles.

This magazine is for your entertainment! It isn't about pages and pages of sports teams and class photos. Instead we’ve included some entertaining articles, beautiful photos and a couple of life lessons. The idea to begin a magazine created by St Peter’s students for St Peter’s students, began in the one and only senior Media Studies class.

I don’t think people know much about Media Studies. But it’s pretty fun, This year we watched five movies in class, created our own magazine article or film, and investigated how groups of people are represented in the Media. I highly recommend giving this subject a go!

If you enjoy reading this mag and are interested in helping out with the next edition then Mr Arthur is the teacher to see.

I hope you all enjoy reading the 2014 edition of Paper.

Olivia Nicholson© Paper Magazine

An SPC Arts Department Creation Produced in 2014 as a offshoot the Senior Media Studies Class

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St Peter’s Survival Guide What the Year 13s of 2014 wish they had worked out sooner.

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Ria Vandervis Our interview on choosing your career path.

Humans of Gore

Real Issues of a Teenage Girl Tayla Marlow’s guide.

Gallery Our Artists in their natural habitat.

Exposé Jose Stuart explores the humble pencil case.

Profile Jenny Mitchell talks to the musicians amongst us.

Join us Contribute to Paper 2015.

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What’s on? Beet the ‘Summertime Sadness’

Do you ever figure something out and think, “Man, I wish I knew this ages ago?” When at St Peter’s you often tend to learn things that you just wish you knew earlier. The answer to this tedious problem we all face? I’m going to tell you all the things that I’ve learnt at St Peter’s and I wish I knew earlier, to put you out of your misery and equip you with a school survival guide.

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SURVIVAL GUIDETAYLA MARLOW HAS GATHERED THE COMBINED KNOWLEDGE OF THE 2014 YEAR 13s TO BRING YOU THE THINGS THEY WISH THEY KNEW SOONER.

The first and most important thing you must always remember: never forget mufti days. Ever. This will save yourself the major embarrassment of being the only kid in the whole school wearing your school uniform.

Work in packs to remind each other.

You know that buzzer at the staff room door that tells the teachers that you require their immediate attention? The joke’s on you, do not be

fooled by this cruel fake buzzer.

If you don’t want to spend your whole lunch time waiting to use the toilet (especially if you’re a girl), go to the bathroom during class to

avoid serious congestion. Also, you get to avoid a few minutes of class time. Even better.

On the topic of toilets, never use the one closest to the door. It’s the most commonly used one and therefore the chances of a nasty surprise

left there are much, much higher.

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advice

Never place your hand under the desk you are sitting at. There is a 100% chance that there will be numerous clumps of ancient, germ-

infested chewing gum and this will most likely put you off the lunch that your Mum packed.

If you’re going to the ball this year, don’t sort out your partner on the first day of term one. If you have a bad break-up or you aren’t friends six months later when the ball arrives, things will be super awkward or

you may end up going to the ball alone.

Don’t forget your PE uniform and never lend it to anyone. This will save you from wearing gross, unwashed, lost-property clothing or your own pre-used, sweaty PE top that you now wish you never offered to lend.

The lift is totally overrated. It’s slower than your grandma walking all the way up to C floor and there is a slight chance of getting into trouble

with teachers on the way.

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NicoshaO’CONNOR

A talented painter, Nicosha has been making works of art for as long as she can remember. This year, her folio has drawn together artistic styles from a range of periods and artists. From Picasso to Pop Art and Comics to Cubism, Nicosha’s work is sure to impress.

Never without a camera, Jose has a knack for capturing the world through a lense. She cites her inspirations as Francesca Woodman and Duane Michals.

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GEORGIA JOHNSTON INTERVIEWS SHORTLAND STREET’S RIA VANDERVIS (HARPER WHITLEY) TO FIND OUT WHAT SUCH A SUCCESSFUL KIWI HAD TO SAY ON THE TOPICS OF BEING A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT AND PICKING YOUR CAREER PATH.

Did you think that you'd have such an amazing career when you were younger? When I was younger I actually dreamed of being an architect; a dream which nearly came true, as I won a scholarship to architecture school and started studying that! Then I decided that I really should give acting a go - I loved it and thought I could always get into architecture when I was older. I followed my heart and I have been very lucky!

Do you have any advice for students considering their future careers? I would say don't rush into anything that you are not 100 percent sure about. Tertiary study is really expensive (my student loan is still huge, nearly ten years later) and sometimes I think we are pushed into making decisions too hastily. There is no harm in taking a year off and seeing the world, or just letting yourself grow as a person so you can figure out what it is that makes you tick. It is really important that you find something that you like doing as you have to go to work day in and day out.

Any thoughts for students hoping to get into the TV industry in NZ? The TV industry is a really hard one to break into in any country. I was lucky enough to land a really good agent while I was at drama school. Going to drama school definitely helps you break into the industry, but it is not necessary. What is necessary is getting that good agent and unfortunately to do that you really need to live in Auckland. It can be a Catch 22 situation though, as in order to get an agent you need to prove you are good, which usually requires them seeing your work, which is hard to get if you don't have an agent! So frustrating!

How did you decide what to do when you left school? I was having a hard time deciding between acting and architecture. Then I won a scholarship to Architecture school, and that made my mind up... for a little while!

What is your favourite part of your job? I love most parts of my job! I love working with great people every day, and pretending to be another character is also super fun.

If you could go back and talk to yourself when you were in high school what would you say? I would say to focus on every job at hand properly, and to dream big; as we are all capable of whatever we set our minds to.

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HUMANS OF GORE

Where are you from? New York What brings you to Gore? I work for Greenpeace as part of an outreach campaign.

How long have you lived in Gore? Four years. Where did you live previously? We lived in Invercargill. Describe Gore in a few words. Um, I actually like living here. I like the place. I think it’s friendly, family friendly, and a good community where everyone supports everyone.

When you were younger what did you want to do when you grew up? A Karitane Nurse or a Land Girl (now I suppose you call them Farm Hands… Why did you want to be a Land Girl? I loved the farm and farm-life. So what did you become? Well I'm not a Karitane Nurse, but I am a Nurse. And I love biking.

I actually went to a school called St Peter's College! When were you happiest? Probably when I started travelling. Why do you like to travel? Coz I get to meet people like you guys from all over the world!

AMY McCABE TOOK TO THE STREETS OF GORE,

ONE COLD WINTER’S AFTERNOON, TO SEE WHAT

WAS ON PEOPLES’ MINDS.

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Tayla’s guide to dealing with common issues of a teenage girl – this week we look at problems involved with bullying, self-esteem and peer pressure.

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“We have a choice; to live or to exist.” - Harry Styles

We all have those days where everything just sucks. Whether it’s because you could hear those girls whispering about you at lunchtime, you had a crazy bad-hair-day and you are worried everyone will laugh at you at school, or your friends convinced you to skip class and now you’re in the bad books with the principal. But what if these things start to happen to you every day? It could be a little more serious than you think. But no need to worry – here’s your simple guide to tackling these problems head on.

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Tayla’s guide to dealing with common issues of a teenage girl – this week we look at problems involved with bullying, self-esteem and peer pressure.

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“We have a choice; to live or to exist.” - Harry Styles

We all have those days where everything just sucks. Whether it’s because you could hear those girls whispering about you at lunchtime, you had a crazy bad-hair-day and you are worried everyone will laugh at you at school, or your friends convinced you to skip class and now you’re in the bad books with the principal. But what if these things start to happen to you every day? It could be a little more serious than you think. But no need to worry – here’s your simple guide to tackling these problems head on.

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Whether it’s bullying, self-esteem, peer pressure or all of the above; we’ve got the answers to your budding questions. Problems like these can be a hefty weight on your shoulders if they drag on for too long. Not only do these problems begin to drive you crazy, but you’ll start to notice physical effects such as tiredness, mood swings and extreme levels of stress too. This is why bullying, self-esteem and peer pressure could transform you into a different. Sounds kind of scary? No need to fear – we’ve got an expert guide to tackle these tiresome issues.

If someone you know is always firing nasty comments at you, spreading rumours about you, or just making you feel uncomfortable; that’s bullying. Girls who bully can be very hard to recognize. In fact, your bully could even be disguised as your bestie! The main thing to remember if you’re getting picked on is that the bully won’t stop unless you do something about it. Don’t let them make you wake up afraid to go to school. Wondering how to beat your bully? We have the answers on page 23.

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Confidence is the key to becoming a strong, powerful girl. If you can give your self-esteem boost, you will definitely feel happier and brighter and the people around you will notice a difference in your mood too. Hold your head high, don’t stress over the little things, and be confident in your talents and capabilities. Everybody has their weaknesses, but if you look at yourself closely you’ll begin to realise that you have more strengths than you think.

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Peer pressure is tough; everybody faces it. The one thing you need to remember is that in the end it is you who makes your decisions. Do what you think is best for yourself, and sometimes you need to put yourself before the people around you. Friends and family are always there for your guidance, and will tell you what they think you should do, but remember to follow your heart.

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TIP #1: Ignore the bully and walk away. You might think walking away will make you seem weak, but actually, it makes you look like the better person and will show the bully that you won’t let them treat you like this anymore.

TIP #2: Stay true to yourself. Don’t let a low-life bully change who you really are. Stay strong to yourself. In the end it will only make you a stronger, more confident girl.

TIP #3: Talk, talk, talk. Talk to your close friends, your parents, your teacher, your councillor; anybody who you can trust and will give you the support and guidance you need. It’s so much easier to face problems like bullying when you’re not alone.

Do you often feel down, lonely, or struggle to make decisions you are happy with? If this sounds a bit like you, you’re not alone. Low self-esteem is a common problem in teenage girls. It all comes down to what you think about yourself, and how confident you are in your own body. Developing higher self-esteem is a really important part of becoming a young woman, and will help you so much in the coming years of your life. If you can get it sorted, you can do anything. If you want to know some of the best tips for giving yourself a boost in self-esteem, have a read over the page.

Sometimes ‘no’ can be a hard word to say – especially when your friends are saying ‘yes’. Every person will face the problem of peer pressure at some stage in their life, and it’s a hard place to be. This is when your conscience is telling one thing and your peers are telling you another. It’s a matter of your own opinion against your peers’. Want to know what to do in stressful times like these? The answers are in the “Peer Pressure” section on the next page.

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o By age 14, less than 40% of girls will

talk to their family or friends about bullying, self-esteem issues or peer pressure.

o Nearly half of all students at high school have reported that they’ve been harassed or bullied at school.

o Teenagers who are bullied are up to nine times more likely to have negative thoughts about themselves or low self-esteem.

o 30% of teenagers have low self-esteem. This is a risk to their health.

o Half of all teens have been peer pressured into doing something they didn’t want to do.

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Whether it’s bullying, self-esteem, peer pressure or all of the above; we’ve got the answers to your budding questions. Problems like these can be a hefty weight on your shoulders if they drag on for too long. Not only do these problems begin to drive you crazy, but you’ll start to notice physical effects such as tiredness, mood swings and extreme levels of stress too. This is why bullying, self-esteem and peer pressure could transform you into a different. Sounds kind of scary? No need to fear – we’ve got an expert guide to tackle these tiresome issues.

If someone you know is always firing nasty comments at you, spreading rumours about you, or just making you feel uncomfortable; that’s bullying. Girls who bully can be very hard to recognize. In fact, your bully could even be disguised as your bestie! The main thing to remember if you’re getting picked on is that the bully won’t stop unless you do something about it. Don’t let them make you wake up afraid to go to school. Wondering how to beat your bully? We have the answers on page 23.

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Confidence is the key to becoming a strong, powerful girl. If you can give your self-esteem boost, you will definitely feel happier and brighter and the people around you will notice a difference in your mood too. Hold your head high, don’t stress over the little things, and be confident in your talents and capabilities. Everybody has their weaknesses, but if you look at yourself closely you’ll begin to realise that you have more strengths than you think.

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Peer pressure is tough; everybody faces it. The one thing you need to remember is that in the end it is you who makes your decisions. Do what you think is best for yourself, and sometimes you need to put yourself before the people around you. Friends and family are always there for your guidance, and will tell you what they think you should do, but remember to follow your heart.

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TIP #1: Ignore the bully and walk away. You might think walking away will make you seem weak, but actually, it makes you look like the better person and will show the bully that you won’t let them treat you like this anymore.

TIP #2: Stay true to yourself. Don’t let a low-life bully change who you really are. Stay strong to yourself. In the end it will only make you a stronger, more confident girl.

TIP #3: Talk, talk, talk. Talk to your close friends, your parents, your teacher, your councillor; anybody who you can trust and will give you the support and guidance you need. It’s so much easier to face problems like bullying when you’re not alone.

Do you often feel down, lonely, or struggle to make decisions you are happy with? If this sounds a bit like you, you’re not alone. Low self-esteem is a common problem in teenage girls. It all comes down to what you think about yourself, and how confident you are in your own body. Developing higher self-esteem is a really important part of becoming a young woman, and will help you so much in the coming years of your life. If you can get it sorted, you can do anything. If you want to know some of the best tips for giving yourself a boost in self-esteem, have a read over the page.

Sometimes ‘no’ can be a hard word to say – especially when your friends are saying ‘yes’. Every person will face the problem of peer pressure at some stage in their life, and it’s a hard place to be. This is when your conscience is telling one thing and your peers are telling you another. It’s a matter of your own opinion against your peers’. Want to know what to do in stressful times like these? The answers are in the “Peer Pressure” section on the next page.

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peer pressure

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o By age 14, less than 40% of girls will

talk to their family or friends about bullying, self-esteem issues or peer pressure.

o Nearly half of all students at high school have reported that they’ve been harassed or bullied at school.

o Teenagers who are bullied are up to nine times more likely to have negative thoughts about themselves or low self-esteem.

o 30% of teenagers have low self-esteem. This is a risk to their health.

o Half of all teens have been peer pressured into doing something they didn’t want to do.

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GraceTURIPA

How long have you been singing? Since I was five. Why do you think people should sing? Because it is a way of expressing yourself, and it’s fun to perform on stage. What’s a highlight of your musical career so far? I really enjoy getting to spend time with my Dad, as he teaches me and helps me with singing. What are your goals for the future? I would really like to be known for singing. Even just in Gore would be amazing! How often do you sing? Every day.

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How long have you been playing the violin? Since I was seven years old. Why do you think people should play the violin? Violin is great because you get to play in a group of people and there are many different genres that you can play. You also get to perform with a wide range of ages and there is a place for you in any orchestra from a very young age to a very old one. What’s a highlight of your musical career so far? Playing in orchestras is definitely a highlight for me. I’ve enjoyed playing in the orchestra pit for theatre productions in the past. What are your goals for the future? To continue to stay at the level I am at and keep playing. How often do you play? Five days a week.

MichelleHENDRIKS

How long have you been playing the guitar and singing? Seven and a half years. Why do you think music is important? I see music as a form of art and without it life wouldn’t be as exciting! It’s a fun way of expressing yourself and your feelings. Also, definitely a stress relief. What’s a highlight of your musical career so far? Writing my own music. I think song writing is a lot of fun, and hopefully one day my songs will be heard. What are your goals for the future? To become known as a singer/songwriter. How often do you play? I have a music lesson once a week and whenever I can get my hands on a guitar I sing.

DevonMILLAN

How long have you been singing? Since the Spice Girls and Atomic Kitten. Why do you think people should sing? If you have got words to say and sounds you like, then go for it. It doesn’t matter if you aren’t good, if you like doing something and it makes you happy then just go for it! What’s a highlight of your musical career so far? The rush of performing, sharing words without feeling weird about it, and the enjoyment other people get from it. My nephew likes when I sing hi to sleep, so that’s probably the best part about it! What are your goals for the future? I want to keep doing we shows like theatre restaurants and ‘Stars in their Eyes’ Music makes me happy so I like to include it in my life as much as possible. How often do you sing? My car and my shower are basically my karaoke booths, so a lot of the day!

SeanHENUE

How long have you been playing the guitar? About eight years, now. Why do you think people should play the guitar? I think the guitar is an instrument where you can play any song easily, and you can gain friendships by collaborating with others, and, if you’re good, you can simply show off! What’s a highlight of your musical career so far? When I was first involved in a band and we created our first song. What are your goals for the future? To create music in a band and hopefully record a few albums, along with going on a tour. How often do you play? There is never a day that goes by that my hands do not touch a guitar. I would probably play for at least two, maybe three, hours each day, just trying to perfect my skills.

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THERE ARE 365 DAYS IN A YEAR. ABOUT

58 OF THEM MAKE UP YOUR SUMMER

HOLIDAY, THAT’S A LOT OF FREE TIME.

BUT, NEVER FEAR WE HAVE CREATED A

CALENDAR TO HELP YOU FILL IN YOUR

DAYS OF FREEDOM. HOW HELPFUL IT WILL

BE, WE’RE NOT SURE.

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Dec 4 Cambridge Christmas Races

Dec 5 Riccarton Park Christmas Races

Dec 6 Gore Youth Awards

Dec 7 CHCH Santa Parade

Dec 8 Celebrate with Nicki Minaji on her Birthday!

Dec 9 Is it warm enough for a swim in the river?

Dec 10 Dec 11 ‘The Hobbit Battle of Five Armies’ release

Dec 12 Dec 13 Auckland Christmas in the Park

Dec 14 Gore Christmas in the Park

Dec 15 Olivia Nicholson’s Birthday.

Dec 16 Dec 17 Dec 18 Jay-Z’s remake of ‘Annie’ release

Dec 19 Katy Perry, Auckland

Dec 20 Katy Perry, Auckland

Dec 21 Gore Races

Dec 22 Get a santa photo!

Dec 23 Amy McCabe’s Birthday.

Dec 24 Christmas Eve

Dec 25 Christmas Day

Dec 26 Boxing Day‘Night in the Museum 3’ released

Dec 27 Gore Races

Dec 28 Pretend to be a time-traveler

Dec 29 Dec 30 Pack for New Year’s

Dec 31 New Year's Eve

Jan 1 Rhythm and Alps/Vines

Jan 2 Break the resolutions you made yesterday

Jan 3 Celebrate with Mel Gibbson on his birthday

Jan 4 Jan 5 Jan 6 Speak with a foreign accent

Jan 7 Jan 8 Jan 9 Celebrate with Kate Middleton on her birthday

Jan 10 Jan 11 Weetbix kids triathlon

Jan 12

Jan 13 Celebrate with Liam Hemsworth on his birthday

Jan 14 Jan 15 Jan 16 Wings over Wairarapa

Jan 17 Jan 18 Iron Man Auckland

Jan 19 Celebrate with Dolly Parton on her birthday

Jan 20 Jan 21 Jan 22

Jan 23 Harness Racing Marlborough

Jan 24 Jan 25 Jan 26 Laneway fest Auckland

Jan 27 Jan 28 Jan 29th Celebrate with Adam Lambert on his birthday

Jan 30 PassengerAuckland

Jan 31 Celebrate with Justin Timberlake on his birthday.

Feb 1 Better start getting ready for school

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joinusIn 2015 we will be gathering a new bunch of media enthusiasts to create a brand new edition of Paper.

If you liked this edition of Paper then you’re exactly the right person to be involved!

If you didn’t like this edition of Paper, it turns out that you, also, are exactly the right person to be involved. This is because you can help us to make Paper better. This is your magazine - produced by St Peter’s Students students for St Peter’s Students students - so here’s your chance to make it your own.

Next year we will be bringing you an even bigger, even better magazine. But, we don’t know what it will be just yet. If you have a great idea, we’d love to have you involved.

How to join…

To join us, you need to have a chat with either Jose Stuart or Mr Arthur. There is no age requirement, but you will have to be happy to meet once a month after school.

See you soon…

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Photography // Tumblr Page // Design

Jose is the only Year 12 student involved in Paper this year. She has worked hard to ensure that the first ever edition of paper is a success. Jose speaks fluent Spanish, and considers herself to be a bit of a muso (claiming to know the words for all of the songs on her iPod. Jose will return as the Team Leader for Paper in 2015.

GeorgiaJOHNSTON

Journalist // Interviewer

Georgia is currently pursuing an unhealthy addiction to Grey’s Anatomy. She is very dedicated and at the moment is into Season Three of the TV series. When not watching Grey’s Anatomy, she takes care of her obese cat, plays hockey and entertains guests with many hours of Sing star.

AmyMcCABE

Public Relations // Facebook Page // Humans of Gore

Master of the Memes; Amy has been known to create over fifty of them for the Paper Facebook page in a single evening. Outside of Paper, Amy is a well-established birthday cake creator, a firm believer that unicorns once existed, learns to read palms on YouTube and idolises people named John (Elton john, John Lennon and Johnny Cash).

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OliviaNICHOLSON

Editor

Olivia spends her life working two jobs, although, she never seems to have any money due to a “slight obsession with shopping”. Olivia is undertaking complicated life decisions at the moment and changes her

career plan every day. From air hostess through to Event planner, it

will be exciting to see what Olivia ends up doing next year.

TaylaMARLOW

Design // Advice

Tayla has a mind like a magpie and is fascinated with all things sparkly. Glitter and sequins are her ‘go to’ accessories to keep her looking fabulous. Tayla is a shower singer (therefore achieving her goal of Cultural Captain this Year). When not writing fabulous

magazine articles her language consists mainly of LOL, BTW and OMG.

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