Mindfulness locally for a healthy mind - Mon next week 1.30
Hi Neighbours, did you know that over time, mindfulness meditation can increase cognition, memory and attention? It can also decrease emotional reactivity, stress, anxiety and depression
A seminar from Harvard Uni: explains
'How mindfulness can change your brain and improve your health' -
Click Read More to read the Harvard info
Come and see what it is about with a small group for a gentle mindfulness session of ease and peace. Session includes gentle movement and relaxing simple meditation. Meadowbank Community Centre third Monday of the month 1.30 - 2.45pm.
First session free, then Koha welcome.
Click Read More to find out more about what I do. I also offer one-on-one sessions and custom courses for groups. 021 255 1485
Neighbourhood Challenge: Who Can Crack This One?
This belongs to you, but everyone else uses it.
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Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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81.9% Yes
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15.3% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.