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Are we happier owning our own home or renting?
It turns out one answer does not fit all.
Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more
When selling your home, it’s easy to get lost in the myriad possibilities that could increase the value of your property. To help you hammer through your DIY options (and prevent your home from becoming the next Block NZ site), we’ve put together a handy guide to help you focus your attention … View moreWhen selling your home, it’s easy to get lost in the myriad possibilities that could increase the value of your property. To help you hammer through your DIY options (and prevent your home from becoming the next Block NZ site), we’ve put together a handy guide to help you focus your attention on only the upgrades that will add value to your home.
New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?
There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.
Pleased to accompany Minister of Education Chris Hipkins at Rototuna Junior and Senior High Schools today, as he announced a combined $16 million expansion for 500 extra students across the two schools. He also announced that 30 other Waikato schools will receive 79 classrooms, a $42 million … View morePleased to accompany Minister of Education Chris Hipkins at Rototuna Junior and Senior High Schools today, as he announced a combined $16 million expansion for 500 extra students across the two schools. He also announced that 30 other Waikato schools will receive 79 classrooms, a $42 million investment.
More information can be found here:
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As many of you will know, we are currently debating the End of Life Choice Bill in Parliament. I would like to thank David Seymour MP for bring this bill to our attention.
I acknowledge that there are a range of views around the subject of euthanasia, and I have a deep level of respect for … View moreAs many of you will know, we are currently debating the End of Life Choice Bill in Parliament. I would like to thank David Seymour MP for bring this bill to our attention.
I acknowledge that there are a range of views around the subject of euthanasia, and I have a deep level of respect for everyone's opinions and personal experiences.
I believe it's important we have a respectful debate about this issue. If you would like to comment below, please ensure your comments show due respect for the views of others.
I am personally opposed to this bill, and my reasons our outlined below, and in the video attached to this post.
I believe this bill impacts on vulnerable people in our communities. I'm concerned that in many cases those who would have access to end of life choice under this bill are the old, the unwell, and people with devastating and difficult diseases. By definition, these people are often in a vulnerable position.
By sharing the experiences of those who are dying, we stand to learn a lot about what is important in life, about relationships within families and communities. Our experience of humanity risks being diminished if we push for shorter, more succinct death experiences. I am certainly not in favour of glorification of suffering, but rather a turning toward, than a turning away from the natural dying process.
The vast number of those in the medical profession oppose this bill, having insightful information and experience on the issue of dying.
I retain a concern about the increasing desire across society to favour a sanitised experience of death; the desire to control every aspect of life and death. Improved palliative care practices will address many of the concerns raised by proponents of assisted dying.
I am concerned that people approaching an end of life situation may experience overt pressure. They can feel they are a burden on their families, worry about the pain that the final months may put them through, and may see it simply as a better choice to access end of life provisions.
Our current laws protect all human life equally. No one person's life is treated differently from anyone else's.
I acknowledge the genuine position of those MPs and community members who support the Bill. While I disagree with that position, I will be conducting the debate in a constructive and sensitive manner out of respect for the genuinely held views of proponents, and the sensitive issue under consideration.
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Multicultural Tree Planting, Sat 17 Aug, 10:30am-1:30pm, Waiwhakareke, across from main entrance to Hamilton Zoo. Rain or Shine. Family friendly, free and fun! Offset your carbon usage. Info at <www.earthdiverse.org.nz/events>
You’ve tried and tried again to remind people to be careful on your new carpet, but the inevitable happened, and now you’re left with cleaning up the mess...
Stains, they happen to the best of us. In our latest blog we look at what to do before you reach for the bottle of cleaner:
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View moreStuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.
There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.
We want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and … View moreWe want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and achieve success!
More than 1,000 young people have completed the Aspire programme, and thanks to the generosity of Warehouse Stationery customers, many more will get the chance to take part in the course in the future.
If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.
To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting … View moreIf dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.
To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting remover, hero.
Share your dad’s life lessons and be in to win a $500* Prezzy card.
Click here to share your dad’s nuggets of wisdom – and be in to win $500*.
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If anyone has any ideas, re the above, could you message me.
Cheers
Di
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