π We want your winter clothing and furniture! π
π We want your winter clothing and furniture! π
Did you know Vinnies Op Shops are the main funder of Vinnies Welfare and Support Services?
π Sales generated from your donations provide services such as social work, supported employment for people with intellectual disabilities and a choice-based food bank.
π Furniture and clothing donated to our op shops are distributed to families and individuals moving into stable housing or to provide necessities such as clothing, bedding and heaters to get through the winter months. Over $45,000.00 worth of goods were given out for no cost in the last year.
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Book a free pick-up of your unwanted goods or drop-off directly to your local Vinnies:
π Call 04 389 7122
π Email info@vinnieswgtn.org.nz
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldnβt be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84% Yes
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14.7% No
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
Spring gardening tips
Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcareβs Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. Youβll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and letβs dig in.
Click read more for more information.
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.