Purple Poppy Day: Military animal heroes remembered

Danielle Clent Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours, people and animals will wear a purple poppy at Whenuapai Air Base today to commemorate the furred and feathered creatures who served in conflict.
Purple Poppy Day, recognised internationally on February 24, acknowledges service animals, particularly those that gave their lives in conflict.
It is estimated more than eight million animals died during World War I alone.

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Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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.