Community Event. Local Stories Unveiled!
An invitation to help us celebrate the book launch of 'Memories of the Royal Family - A Kiwi Collection' on:
• Friday 23rd February
• 10.30-12noon
• Ocean Rd. Community Centre, Paraparaumu Beach
This captivating treasure trove of stories, anecdotes and musings, written in association with our local Write Your Story Community contains intimate family photos, memorabilia, and original newspaper cuttings lovingly preserved by the contributors. Let's come together on the day to be a part of the magic and celebrate the power of local voices! Everyone is welcome.
Copies of this book can be purchased at the event, from Books and Co. Ōtaki, or from online bookstores.
#BookLaunch #CommunityStories #memoriesforlife #funtimes #communitymatters
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Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.5% Yes
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33.6% Maybe?
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24.9% No
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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