2360 days ago

Fun geocaching activity for family and friends

The Team from Ministry of Education

Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.

It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga #Tuia250

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21 hours ago

Alan and Hazel Kerr share Senior New Zealander of the Year Award 2026

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Dr Alan and Hazel Kerr describe themselves as ‘just ordinary old Kiwis’, despite being named as the 2026 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealanders of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.

The amazing couple prompted a standing ovation at a star-studded Auckland event which recognised their tireless efforts, with Alan travelling to and from Gaza and the West Bank 40 times to help children over 20 years, and Hazel travelling 20 times.

Click read more to find out more.

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8 days ago

Poll: The Fuel Squeeze ... How are you navigating rising costs? ✈️

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Between the news about the Nelson Port and Airport facing "huge ramifications" from global unrest and the creeping prices at the local petrol station, it feels like getting from A to B (or flying out of the region) is becoming a major math problem.

With fuel prices and airfares set to stay high for the foreseeable future, we want to know how the Nelson community is pivoting. Are you changing your habits, or just grit-and-bearing it?

We want to know: How are you adjusting your travel and commute to beat the price hikes?

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The Fuel Squeeze ... How are you navigating rising costs? ✈️
  • 25% Dusting off the bike
    25% Complete
  • 0% Working from home
    0% Complete
  • 75% Nope, same as always
    75% Complete
  • 0% Other. (Tell us your secret strategy in the comments!)
    0% Complete
8 votes
9 days ago

A Journey of Growth and Care

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

From student nurse to Village Manager, Ruben Kumar’s journey at Ryman reflects years of dedication, growth, and a passion for caring for others.

Today, as Village Manager, Ruben leads the community with the experience gained from progressing through multiple roles across the organisation.

Click read more to learn more about Ruben's journey at Ryman.

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