Record number apply to become guide dog puppy trainers after appeal
An organisation which trains and provides guide dogs for vision impaired New Zealanders has received a "record" number of applicants seeking to temporarily house new puppies.
On Wednesday, Stuff reported that guide dog charity Blind Low Vision NZ needed homes for 40 puppies in the next three months, with only 10 homes being confirmed.
The impacts of Covid-19 and the cost of living crisis had affected both staffing and volunteer numbers, said Rochelle Corrigan, puppy placement and development manager.
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
WANTED Second Hand books... ROTARY BOOK FAIR
Do you have any secondhands books, CDs, Jigsaws, Games you want to recycle?
We are collecting good, used books NOW (11-20Nov.) for our annual fundraiser BOOK FAIR (22-24th Nov 2024).
There are two book Dropoff locations:
- Sunhill Market, 317 Saint Johns Rd, Kohimarama (Rotary trailer)
- Onehunga Community House: 86 Selwyn St, Onehunga.
or contact:
Robin Hulford: 021 228 8289
Derek Neuthze: 021 266 2057
Weekend laugh
Morning everyone a beautiful fine day for the start of the weekend. Looks like summer is finally coming. You weekend laugh is here