Volunteers Needed.
We are wanting volunteers.
If you have a spare few hours a week and would like to give this time to a great Humanitarian Charity that gives support in our community and wherever it is needed please come and talk to us.
We are needing volunteers in our shop, you are able to do whatever you enjoy doing, it may be serving, helping and interacting with customers, sorting and pricing donations or displaying and putting donations in shop.
Hours available:
Wednesday = 9.30 to 1.30.
Thursday = 9.30 to 1.30.
Friday= 9.30 to 1.30 and 1.30 to 5.00.
Saturday= 9.30 to 12.30.
If you would like to come and find out more please ring Gail at the shop on 03 5444956 or 027 664 4856.
Thank you.
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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64% Yes
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33.5% No
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2.5% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.8% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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20% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.3% Keep it as is
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33.5% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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9.9% Anything but fireworks
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0.5% Other - I'll share below