Mental Health & Wellbeing: An evening with Lorelei Mason - 3rd Oct, 6pm-7.30pm
It's essential we keep the conversation going in Otautahi Christchurch about mental health and wellbeing. Lorelei Mason, former One News Health Correspondent leads this korero with authors Naomi Arnold, Headlands, New Stories of Anxiety, Steve Langley, Been There: Young People's Stories of Struggle and Hope, GP and youth advocate Dame Sue Bagshaw plus other guests.
This event is hosted and supported by Reading in Mind an online book initiative administered by Pegasus Health, Christchurch City Libraries and MHERC. Reading In Mind features books and resources on a wide range of wellbeing topics to assisting sufferers and supporters of those with mild to medium mental health conditions. Studies have shown reading can be beneficial for those experiencing poor mental health or wellbeing.
The event is free and open to all those involved in the mental health and wellbeing field, or are wanting to find out more.
Where: Turanga Library, TSB space
When: 3rd Oct, 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Who: Everyone welcome
Details: Refreshments and light snacks provided. Please RSVP via EventFinda
Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?
What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?
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32.1% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
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67.9% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
Addictive Eaters Anonymous
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There are no dues or fees for joining AEA or attending AEA meetings. We are self-supporting through our own voluntary contributions. At some point during each meeting we pass the basket to help cover expenses, such as the cost of rent and literature. Members are not obliged to contribute, but we usually do so to the extent we are able.
Share your favourite main crop potato recipe and win a copy of our mag!
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