1743 days ago

Wildlife Q+A at Palmerston North Library

The Team from Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre

Get ready for Massey Student Wildlife and Conservation Club's Wildlife Panel Q&A Session! They are supportors of Pūkaha and are bringing you some of the country's leading wildlife experts to answer all your questions regarding a career in wildlife! This is an invaluable opportunity for those hoping to enter the world of wildlife after uni.

On the panel, will be:
- Brett Gartrell (Professor in Wildlife Health; and Director of Wildbase Hospital)

- Phil Battley (Associate Professor in Zoology; renowned for his work in migratory shore birds)
- Megan Jolly (Senior Practicing Veterinarian in Avian and Wildlife Health at Wildbase Hospital)
- Pauline Nijman (Wildbase Hospital and Recovery Centre Supervisor)
- Cailin Murray (Wildbase Hospital Vet Tech)

This event is being held downstairs at the Palmerston North City Library on George Street, starting at 7pm, on Wed 19th May. There will be drinks and nibbles available too.

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6 days ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 59.3% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.3% Complete
  • 26.2% No, individuals should take responsibility
    26.2% Complete
  • 14.5% ... It is complicated
    14.5% Complete
1107 votes
13 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

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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3 days ago

New Beginner Class

Marie from Milson

Starting on Wednesday 18th February 2026

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