95 days ago

Did your childhood inspire your job?

Libby Totton Reporter from Hauraki Herald

Struggles getting fresh water in Cambodia helped fuel Baromey Rous’s drive to study chemical engineering.

The 18-year-old spent her first years of life in the Southeast Asian nation, before coming to New Zealand - and she hopes to use her skills to help her home country.

She and fellow former Thames High School student Kyla Wilson each have a $10,000 Milford Foundation Scholarship to put towards their university studies.

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4 hours ago

The perfect treat this Mother's Day

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5 days ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 83.6% Yes
    83.6% Complete
  • 14.2% No
    14.2% Complete
  • 2.3% Other - I'll share below!
    2.3% Complete
1856 votes