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AS HUMANS, WE TEND to have an innate interest in the paranormal. Our curiosity peaks at the mention of ghosts or beings of another realm and for some, the compelling need to find out more leads them to extraordinary measures. The popular rise of television shows like Most Haunted, Ghost Adventures and Ghost Hunters has, according to Taupiri paranormal investigator, Tracey Royce, seen the industry in New Zealand 'explode' in the last 6-12 months as enquiring minds seek answers and excitement. "I think it's the unknown," says Tracey who co-founded The
Quantum Foundation in 2009. "The paranormal is such an unknown field which causes people to be fearful of it. I find it's a case of having an open mind and investigating until you get to the bottom of it." For over three decades, Tracey has been captivated by metaphysics
and all things considered paranormal. She has lectured extensively on the occult and metaphysical subjects including folklore and witchcraft and, for 14 years owned and operated an occult and metaphysical supplies business. However, her first love has always been ghosts
and hauntings and after a number of years exploring metaphysics in general, Tracey decided to shut down her business and return to what she considers to be her roots. Originally from Britain and with a background in security and
law enforcement, today the mother of one leads the investigation team for The Quantum Foundation Paranormal Investigation and Research New Zealand; a non-profit professional team of researchers who investigate, document and offer assistance and support to those who believe they are experiencing activity of a paranormal or ghostly nature. Tracey is quick to point that paranormal investigators are very
different to ghost hunters or ghost busters… "Ghost hunters tend to chase ghosts and ghost busters attempt to clear them. Paranormal investigators look into claims of hauntings or ghostly activity. We go in with a completely neutral viewpoint and the moment something is experienced then the investigation begins. We don't go into a job aiming to prove there is a ghost. We go in to put the client's mind
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