Do you want your young person to learn skills for life in the July school holidays?
Do you need something for your young person to do during the July school holidays that gives them skills for life? We can provide an exciting, fun educational outdoor activity where they will learn about decision making, how to increase self esteem/confidence, leadership and much more. Elements of the programmes include a lesson using horse whispering techniques encompassing ground and ridden skills, learning how to care for your adopted horse or pony for the duration of the programme as well as creating friendships in the equine and human form. For full days then there is also a chance to discover the local countryside from horseback.
Several options available from half days to multiple days starting at $50. Discounts if more than one family member attends the same programme. For more information and the specific dates offered please head to our website (www.abiricketts.com...) and click on the options and events pages. To make a booking please contact us, before you miss out on the limited spaces available. We look forward to extending your skills with our or your equine friends as well as meeting you.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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