any neighbours interested in joining a Habitat for Humanity build project in Vietnam - August 2024?
You Pay : $2,800 which covers your keep for the week long build plus a small contribution to build materials; plus airfares (currently from around $1600 but subject to fluctuations).
You get : More authentic insights into the country and its people than the average tourist; A real sense of achievement as you work alongside members of the local community to achieve their goals …and perhaps you’ll pick up some new skills.
You need : To be over 18, No special skills (everyone’s contribution is valuable), just a positive attitude and an open mind.
More details in this link- if this sounds like you I’d love to hear from you!
habitat.org.nz...
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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72.6% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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15.9% Hmm, maybe?
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11.5% Yes!
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!
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
How many balls of string does it take to reach the moon?
(Peter from Carterton kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Peter!)
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!
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