Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

Ashleigh Ogden from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

• Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
• No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
• Other - I'll share below

Vote View Results

• 0% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
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• 0% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
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• 0% Other - I'll share below
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0 votes

Unwanted wool carpet

Roger from Upper Moutere

Hi there. We'd love to take any rolls of old wool carpet off your hands please - saves you the dump fees and helps us to finish a large garden project. Must be wool though. Please message with contact details. Thanks.

Changing the conversation around dementia

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

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