Teach English to adult former refugees and migrants
Learn how to teach English to a new adult migrant, helping them to settle successfully in the community. English Language Partners, Auckland South offers a course for 6 Fridays (9:30am-2:00pm starts May 6) and is open to volunteers who have a good understanding of everyday English and an interest in helping adults learn English for settlement. We welcome migrants as well as NZ born adults who are happy to visit learners in their homes once a week, for an hour or two.
Ph 278 9099 or email aucklandsouth@englishlanguage.org.nz
Spring gardening tips
Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.
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Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84.6% Yes
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13.9% No
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1.5% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.