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NZTECHO, Tony Forster, Tim Pope, magazine journey, guild membership, editor's reflections, magazine style, professional look, community feeling, member connection, feedback, magazine evolution, publication milestone, industry impact, part-time role, informal tone, publishing success, magazine growth, magazine history, editor's role, magazine development, guild support.

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