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Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS) is seeking volunteer drivers and companions for its shopping shuttle.
Every Thursday, the shuttle takes people, who often live alone or and no longer drive, to Botany Town Centre or … View moreIf you’re interested in paying forward, here is an opportunity.
Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS) is seeking volunteer drivers and companions for its shopping shuttle.
Every Thursday, the shuttle takes people, who often live alone or and no longer drive, to Botany Town Centre or Pakuranga Plaza for shopping and a cuppa.
They have a chance to talk, ask questions, walk around and form friendships. Drivers are mainly responsible for arranging the times and routes for pick-ups and delivering their passengers safely.
Companion’s help clients get into and out of the vehicle and assist with seatbelts. They can also book a walker or scooter for passengers to use at the shopping centres if required.
If you are interested phone Maureen on 0800 632 677
Twilight Croquet is starting again this Thursday 12th November at 4.30pm at HOWICK CROQUET CLUB, Millhouse Reserve, Millhouse Drive, Northpark, Howick. Come along and "have a go at croquet". Just $5 per person and that includes the BBQ at 6pm. BYO drinks. Wear sports shoes & … View moreTwilight Croquet is starting again this Thursday 12th November at 4.30pm at HOWICK CROQUET CLUB, Millhouse Reserve, Millhouse Drive, Northpark, Howick. Come along and "have a go at croquet". Just $5 per person and that includes the BBQ at 6pm. BYO drinks. Wear sports shoes & comfortable warm clothing. Bring a jacket & bring a friend.
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Food for thought. Under the Kiwisaver system you can’t access your funds until 65 years of age, although there are exceptions such as first home buyers, those leaving the country permanently and applications brought about by hardship or sickness.
Statistics New Zealand indicate that the average … View moreFood for thought. Under the Kiwisaver system you can’t access your funds until 65 years of age, although there are exceptions such as first home buyers, those leaving the country permanently and applications brought about by hardship or sickness.
Statistics New Zealand indicate that the average lifespan currently is 79 for males and 83 for females (presumably not accounting for Covid 19) which suggests that you’re going to need those Kiwisaver funds for at least 15 years beyond 65. And you will need those funds; rest homes, retirement villages and the inevitable medical expenses aren’t cheap. For those lucky enough to own homes, liquidating those assets can contribute too, assuming you don’t mind spending the kids inheritance.
Some years ago my wife and I were talking about this subject. She is Australian and as such had the luxury of retaining the conditions of her Australian Super fund when she transferred to Kiwisaver, so she gets to access her savings at 60 rather than 65.
Then the conversation became a bit broader. We started thinking about retired friends and associates and their quality of life and here’s the thing - The number of healthy, happy octogenarians we know is way smaller than Statistics NZ suggest. In fact, as we recalled friends we’d known, it dawned on us that a significant majority had died between 63 and 67 years of age. So they either never retired or popped their clogs within two years of retirement.
Obviously there are exceptions. We know several people in their mid-eighties who are fit and healthy with a great lifestyle (two of our “aunties” can consistently outwalk/outrun us pathetic fifty -somethings, much to our embarrassment). At the other end of the scale, we both know people who have died suddenly and unexpectedly in their late 40’s or early fifties, largely due to previously undiagnosed health issues.
So is 65 really the appropriate age to access Kiwisaver? Do we want to be working at that age?
Our conclusions were to budget for semi-retirement at around 60 (we’re both professionals so can potentially gain part time or casual contracts to keep us occupied) and slightly reduce our Kiwisaver contributions to create a “living for today” fund, so as to be able to afford to travel/holiday, etc and create memories whilst we are still are healthy and able.
Your thoughts?
After consultation with organisations working in the aged-care sector, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone the upcoming Aged-Care Community Networking Meeting, scheduled to be held on 24 November 2020 at Te Tuhi.
A new date and time will be set for early 2021. Information will be posted… View moreAfter consultation with organisations working in the aged-care sector, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone the upcoming Aged-Care Community Networking Meeting, scheduled to be held on 24 November 2020 at Te Tuhi.
A new date and time will be set for early 2021. Information will be posted on this platform over the coming weeks.
MECOSS apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.
The heavy rain and gale force winds didn't place a damper on last Thursday night's Dance Yourself Happy session. Mari Pettersson's playlist surfed a tempo wave of hits and electronica through the decades. There was even a Fred Astaire classic remixed into a boogie mashup number! 💚… View moreThe heavy rain and gale force winds didn't place a damper on last Thursday night's Dance Yourself Happy session. Mari Pettersson's playlist surfed a tempo wave of hits and electronica through the decades. There was even a Fred Astaire classic remixed into a boogie mashup number! 💚
Here's what we danced to;
1. Workin’ Hot Techno Pop (Apollo Zero Reconstruct) / Various Artists (2010)
2. What’s Love Got To Do With It (Zimmer Rework) / Tina Turner (2012)
3. Let Me Love You (Tiësto’s AFTR:HRS Mix) / DJ Snake Ft Justin Bieber (2016)
4. Perfect Strangers (Club Mix) / Jonas Blue Feat. JP. Cooper (2016)
5. Money (feat. Kah-Lo, Mr Eazi & Davido) / Riton (2017)
6. Rain / Dragon (1983)
7. Crazy In Love / Beyonce (2003)
8. Enjoy The Silence / Depeche Mode (1990)
9. Be The One (Paul Damixie`s Bootleg) / Dua Lipa (2016)
10. Double Dutch Bus / Frankie Smith (1981)
11. Rewind / Lucky Charmes (2016)
12. You’re The One That I Want / John Travolta & Olivia Newton John (1978)
13. Let’s Dance / David Bowie (1983)
14. Let’s Work / Mick Jagger (1987)
15. I.O.U. (Megamix) / Freeez (1983)
16. Conga / Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine (1985)
17. It Ain’t What You Do It’s The Way That You Do It You Do It / Fun Boy Three & Bananarama (1982)
18. Puttin’ On The Ritz (Club des Belugas Remix) / Fred Astaire (2011)
19. Lightsonic / Groove Armada (2007)
20. Here Comes The Rain Again (Freemasons Remix) / Eurythmics (2007)
21. Mony Mony / Billy Idol (1981)
Just launched, Museum Membership gives you the opportunity to get more from your Museum.
Enjoy unlimited, free entry to paid exhibitions (including Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Creations), invites to exclusive events, discounts at the Museum café, store and more.
Individual Memberships … View moreJust launched, Museum Membership gives you the opportunity to get more from your Museum.
Enjoy unlimited, free entry to paid exhibitions (including Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Creations), invites to exclusive events, discounts at the Museum café, store and more.
Individual Memberships start at just $50 a year and you can share the aroha by adding Friends & Whānau passes for just $25 each.
Fourteen Auckland mountains have been closed to the public to ward off blazes fuelled by fireworks.
The maunga (mountains) administered by the Tupuna Maunga Authority are closed to the public this week from 7.30 pm until November 8.
The decision to ban evening access follows fires at Mt … View moreFourteen Auckland mountains have been closed to the public to ward off blazes fuelled by fireworks.
The maunga (mountains) administered by the Tupuna Maunga Authority are closed to the public this week from 7.30 pm until November 8.
The decision to ban evening access follows fires at Mt Wellington and Mt Eden on Guy Fawkes night last year.
Fireworks sparked a blaze which tore through the crater of Mangere Mountain in December last year and another fire on Mt Wellington in April.
Last month another blaze caused by a group of youths playing with fireworks ripped through the lower slopes of Mt Wellington.
The following mountains will be closed: Wiri, One Tree Hill, Mount Wellington, Mount Eden, North Head, Mount Albert, Mount Hobson, Pigeon Mountain, Mount Richmond, Mount Roskill, Mount St John, Mount Victoria, Mangere Mountain, Big King.
Do you agree with the closures?
Are you planning to celebrate Guy Fawkes tomorrow night?
An average condition QueenSize mattress, one side is torn during the transportation last year, but easily covered with a sheet. 0274510445
Selling the famous Lions Christmas Cakes is an important annual fund raising activity for Howick Lions Club. The Lions Christmas Cakes are still made to Ernest Adams' much-loved original recipe from 1971 and not sold anywhere else.
Cakes $20 each order online howicklions.org.nz...
… View moreSelling the famous Lions Christmas Cakes is an important annual fund raising activity for Howick Lions Club. The Lions Christmas Cakes are still made to Ernest Adams' much-loved original recipe from 1971 and not sold anywhere else.
Cakes $20 each order online howicklions.org.nz...
Howick Lions Club is delighted to launch our 2021 scenic calendar, with beautiful images of our local area. Perfect as a gift for friends and clients!
All proceeds will go back into our local community; and in particular our work to support vulnerable youth and our senior citizens. Only $15 per calendar.
Order online howicklions.org.nz...
handsome young specimens need homes
these have only ever been in pots
sadly my cat eats them and gets sick
so must go
will be outside 9 Heron place pakuranga
until 5pm or gone
you will need to bring a bag or a bucket
internal hollow core doors
with wooden knob handles
3 have hinges
no holes just need a paint
760 x 1980
no frames
take 1 or all 4
seems a shame to throw them away I hope someone may use them
Hello everyone! 🤗
Just wanted to say a BIG thank you to those who have already purchased their tickets! Staci and I are super excited to meet and share this wonderful evening with you! 😁 It's going to be so exciting!!
Just a reminder, the Earlybird ticket price runs until the end of … View moreHello everyone! 🤗
Just wanted to say a BIG thank you to those who have already purchased their tickets! Staci and I are super excited to meet and share this wonderful evening with you! 😁 It's going to be so exciting!!
Just a reminder, the Earlybird ticket price runs until the end of TODAY 🗓
If you're currently in the 'Interested' zone but haven't committed yet, I simply say ... don't hold back! (I think you will agree that your relationship with yourself and with your kids worth the price of a few coffees ☕️☕️☕️ right?!)
REWARD yourself for surviving all that 2020 had thrown your way and feel empowered to reignite the fire for life in yourself and your teens/young adults for 2021!
HORIZONS will take you on a journey. Walk away inspired, revitalised, curious, and full of zest for possibilities!
Your young people might seem a little lost right now, feel impossible to connect with, or simply be on a pathway that they're not sure they really belong on ... You might be feeling confused about how you can help them, walk with them, guide them ... that's where HORIZONS comes into the picture!
For only $15 you will receive:
👉 Invaluable, interactive, outside-the-box insights and tools to help you, your teen/young adult, and you both as a network.
👉 Take-home materials to use whenever you feel the need to refresh your thinking or get back in touch with the discoveries you make at the event.
👉 Automatic entry into prize draws (which include the opportunity to win FREE coaching sessions and materials!) 🤩
👉 Nibbles & drinks
👉 The chance to network, ask questions, and build connections with both Staci & I, and other parents if you so wish.
... AND MORE!
Will you give yourself permission to show up and commit to making life better, as you hope your young people will, too?
TICKETS: www.eventbrite.co.nz...
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