Awards & Finalist Achievements

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Examples:

• National Small Business Awards Finalist
• BizCover Change Awards Finalist
• Regional Business Excellence Recognition
• Community Leadership Awards
• Industry Recognition Programs

For each award include:

• • Year

• • Award name

• • Category

• • Result (Winner, Finalist, Nominee)

• • Photo if available

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Media Features & Interviews

Over the years Marieke has been interviewed and featured across a variety of media platforms discussing entrepreneurship, creativity, runes, jewellery design, community engagement, and personal growth.

etc interview https://etcltd.com.au/how-celtic-stag-built-a-thriving-small-business/

 

Featured Interviews

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Examples:

• ETC Small Business Success Story Interview
• Business Mentor Feature
• Author Interviews
• Community Radio Appearances
• Podcast Guest Appearances
• Local Newspaper Features

Topics Covered

• • Small business growth

• • Creative entrepreneurship

• • Women’s business leadership

• • Rune education

• • Mindfulness practices

• • Jewellery design

• • Community engagement

Where available, include:

• • Publication name

• • Date

• • Link to article or video

• • Featured image

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Books & Publications

Marieke Meredith is an author passionate about making rune knowledge accessible, practical, and engaging.

Published Books

Runes of the Mystic Stag

A practical introduction to understanding and working with the Elder Futhark runes.

Runic Connection

A practical guide to creating and understanding bind runes.

Runes for Mindfulness

Exploring how rune symbolism can support mindfulness and self-reflection.

Runes for Mindfulness Journal

A guided companion for daily reflection and personal growth.

Runes for Mindfulness Pocket Companion

A handy reference guide for everyday practice.

Upcoming Publications

(Add future books here as they are released.)

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Workshops & Educational Programs

Education has always been an important part of the Celtic Stag journey.

Marieke has facilitated workshops for community groups, festivals, schools, youth programs, and adult learners throughout New South Wales.

Workshop Topics

Runes for Mindfulness

An introduction to using rune symbolism as a tool for mindfulness, reflection, and personal growth.

Introduction to Elder Futhark Runes

A beginner-friendly exploration of rune history, symbolism, and cultural significance.

Bind Rune Creation Workshop

Learn how to combine runes into meaningful symbolic designs.

Jewellery Making Workshops

Hands-on creative workshops covering wire work, jewellery assembly, and design fundamentals.

Youth Creativity Programs

Creative projects designed to encourage confidence, self-expression, and practical skills.

Workshop Locations

Talk Erina Library – 17th September, 2023 click for more details 

 

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Festivals, Markets & Community Events

One of the greatest joys of running Celtic Stag is meeting people face-to-face at festivals, markets, and community celebrations.

These events provide opportunities to share stories, connect with customers, and introduce people to the rich symbolism of Celtic and Norse traditions.

Events Attended

Brigadoon at bundanoon

Celebrating Scottish culture, heritage, music, and community.

Hunter Valley Highland Games

Celebrating Scottish culture, heritage, music, and community.

Aberdeen Highland Games

Celebrating Scottish culture, heritage, music, and community.

Clans of the coast

a gathering of clans

Warwick Highland Games

a biannual 2 day event of all things scottish

Glen Innes Celtic Festival

Celebrating Scottish culture, heritage, music, and community.

Berry Celtic Festival

Sharing handcrafted jewellery and rune-inspired creations with festival visitors.

Newcastle Pride Fair Day

Supporting diversity, inclusion, and community connection.

STeamfest Maitland

Celebrating all thing Steam – beautiful trains, machines and even a brilliant spash of Steampunk culture.

Riverlights Maitland

A community cultural celebration featuring the true cultural diversity.

Crystal Spirit Events

Sharing rune education, mindfulness resources, and handcrafted jewellery.

Local Artisan Markets

Regular appearances at regional markets throughout the Hunter Valley and Newcastle regions.

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Community Involvement

Celtic Stag believes that small businesses thrive when communities thrive.

Over the years Marieke has supported community groups, youth programs, creative workshops, educational initiatives, fundraising activities, and local events.

Areas of involvement include:

• • Youth workshops

• • Community education

• • Creative mentoring

• • Small business advocacy

• • Artisan maker communities

• • Cultural heritage promotion

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What Drives Us

Every award, workshop, event, interview, and publication represents something much bigger than business growth.

It represents connection.

Connection to history.

Connection to creativity.

Connection to community.

Connection to the stories that make us who we are.

Whether you have met us at a Highland Games event, attended a workshop, read one of our books, or purchased a handcrafted piece of jewellery, thank you for being part of the Celtic Stag story.

The journey continues, and we look forward to sharing the next chapter with you.

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Work With Marieke

Interested in:

• • Workshops

• • Festival appearances

• • Speaking engagements

• • Author events

• • Community programs

• • Custom jewellery commissions

Get in touch to discuss how we can work together.