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All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.
The options for … View moreAll it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.
The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food pantry, help someone with a broken down car or flat tire, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.
This month also coincides with World Humanitarian Day on August 19th and Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is on September 1st.
Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZrandomactsofkindness
An Auckland man who flew to Dunedin has been confirmed as having measles while he was in the southern city.
Health authorities say he may have been infectious when he visited Dunedin's Esplanade Restaurant, in St Clair, for dinner, and while staying at the Bluestone on George Motel, both on … View moreAn Auckland man who flew to Dunedin has been confirmed as having measles while he was in the southern city.
Health authorities say he may have been infectious when he visited Dunedin's Esplanade Restaurant, in St Clair, for dinner, and while staying at the Bluestone on George Motel, both on July 22.
The man then visited Market Kitchen Restaurant, George St, for lunch on July 23.
Anyone who has developed symptoms should stay home and phone their GP or Healthline (0800 611 116) and let them know they have potentially been in contact with a confirmed measles case.
While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite … View moreWhile there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite here's hoping you enjoy tonight's takeaways :)
Hi Everyone
Just thought I would send out a quick request: Would anyone have an electric guitar just sitting around gathering dust they want to get rid of? Please get in touch - 027 825 1450
Thanks - Drew
There's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. … View moreThere's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. Check them out, here.
And if you don't have a heat pump, don't despair. There's plenty you can do to make your heating more efficient and your home a little warmer... Here are some common home heating mistakes you may be making and how to fix them.
A hearing into an oil giant seeking to discharge harmful substances off New Zealand's southern coast has resulted in a walkout from a submitter.
Kathryn Nevell urged those in the oil and gas industry to think about the "karma" of being involved in their industry, which was not … View moreA hearing into an oil giant seeking to discharge harmful substances off New Zealand's southern coast has resulted in a walkout from a submitter.
Kathryn Nevell urged those in the oil and gas industry to think about the "karma" of being involved in their industry, which was not sustainable.
"You don't have to be a scientist to know that we are taking too much from the earth."
A question raised by Nevell whether gas was recognised as a mineral was later clarified by an OMV representative, sparking Nevell to respond from the floor.
Hearing chairman, Mark Farnsworth, told Nevell she was not allowed to ask a question from the floor, prompting her to walk out of the building.
Hi neighbours,
A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.
Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had… View moreHi neighbours,
A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.
Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had put in hoping for the best, but which could not be recycled.
To read more, click here.
If you're in doubt whether something belongs in the recycling bin, the best practice is to simply leave it out.
Take your place alongside our young people.
Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and … View moreTake your place alongside our young people.
Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and confidence.
Become a teacher and take your place alongside our young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
Fog is affecting flights in and out of Dunedin Airport this morning.
The airport has posted a fog alert on its website and is advising travellers to check with their arilines.
At 8.45am the airport's boards showed delays in both incoming and outgoing flights, but there were no … View moreFog is affecting flights in and out of Dunedin Airport this morning.
The airport has posted a fog alert on its website and is advising travellers to check with their arilines.
At 8.45am the airport's boards showed delays in both incoming and outgoing flights, but there were no cancellations.
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Lengthy delays for patients needing a colonoscopy, a state of inter-service warfare, and stressed clinicians in need of trauma counselling.
These are among the issues detailed in a damning external audit of colonoscopy services and bowel cancer treatment times at the Southern District Health … View moreLengthy delays for patients needing a colonoscopy, a state of inter-service warfare, and stressed clinicians in need of trauma counselling.
These are among the issues detailed in a damning external audit of colonoscopy services and bowel cancer treatment times at the Southern District Health Board (SDHB). The SDHB commissioned the audit following years of complaints.
Authored by Christchurch physician Dr Phil Bagshaw and Dr Steven Ding, the audit found serious problems controlling bowel cancer and dysfunctional relationships between clinicians – an issue known to but unable to be resolved by senior management.
Slightly Scandi and very cool, this concrete plant stand is a stylish addition to any home. Finish the legs with your favourite Resene colour.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
A firearms amnesty held alongside New Zealand's gun buyback scheme has quietly removed hundreds of illegal weapons from circulation.
More than half of the 201 weapons handed over as part of the amnesty have come from the South Island.
Anybody, including non-licensees, can anonymously hand … View moreA firearms amnesty held alongside New Zealand's gun buyback scheme has quietly removed hundreds of illegal weapons from circulation.
More than half of the 201 weapons handed over as part of the amnesty have come from the South Island.
Anybody, including non-licensees, can anonymously hand over any firearms during the amnesty period, which runs until December 20.
It's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.
Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the … View moreIt's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.
Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the actual and reasonable costs they incurred". Charging $65 for a short overstay in an empty carpark is as far from reasonable as you can get.
To find out what to do in this situation, click here
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