Thursday, 11 March 2021, 6:14 am
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Kiwi hot air balloon pilot entrepreneur has launched his
‘Flying High’ project in spectacular style this week,
marking the start of a New Zealand-wide tour promoting the
importance of education, innovation and sustainability to
Year 5-11 students at low decile and rural
schools.
Andrew Parker (37) took to the skies at
Maromaku and Oturu Schools in Northland, providing rides to
120 children as part of an interactive education programme.
His next stop today is Rawene Primary in the
Hokianga.
‘Flying High’ is the brainchild of
Andrew Parker (37), former owner of the Hamilton-based Kiwi
Balloon Company and the director and visionary behind the