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As we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging … View moreAs we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging independence is key.
Chris Sinclair, Ryman's Community Liaison Leader, shares helpful tips for families and caregivers on how to promote independence and support overall wellbeing.
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The Government will today unveil a radical new plan to underwrite construction of new private houses, as high interest rates and an economic downturn make it tough for developers to get finance for new projects.
The new time-limited scheme is designed to de-risk developments, making finance … View moreThe Government will today unveil a radical new plan to underwrite construction of new private houses, as high interest rates and an economic downturn make it tough for developers to get finance for new projects.
The new time-limited scheme is designed to de-risk developments, making finance easier to obtain for developers to start building. Developers often have to pre-sell a proportion of dwellings in any development in order to secure finance, which has become much more difficult in the current economic downturn.
Do you think the idea will work? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
It’s a lot of fun (and easy) to turn a terracotta plant pot and saucer into your very own toadstool table with Resene Poppy and Resene Alabaster paint.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Rod Burch isn’t sure how much longer he’s got to live, but he wants to spend the time he does have keeping electronics from ending up in the dump.
An electrician trained by Auckland City Council (back in the days when “there wasn’t anything in the electrical line the council didn’t … View moreRod Burch isn’t sure how much longer he’s got to live, but he wants to spend the time he does have keeping electronics from ending up in the dump.
An electrician trained by Auckland City Council (back in the days when “there wasn’t anything in the electrical line the council didn’t deal with”), Burch spends every Wednesday volunteering to fix up lamps, printers, coffee machines, and toasters.
What kind of volunteering would you most like to do? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Two teenage boys hunting for pigs on their granddad’s remote Waikato farm came across the missing Phillips family a week ago. In an interview with Tony Wall, they reveal what one of the kids really said.
The 16-year-old friends were near a trig station on the coastal farm, about 4km north of … View moreTwo teenage boys hunting for pigs on their granddad’s remote Waikato farm came across the missing Phillips family a week ago. In an interview with Tony Wall, they reveal what one of the kids really said.
The 16-year-old friends were near a trig station on the coastal farm, about 4km north of Marokopa, waiting for pigs to come out of the bush.
Waikato may be getting a new ‘go-to’ body for building the region’s economy.
The previous economic development agency, Te Waka, shut down earlier this year, saying the “passionate advocates” no longer had the resources to do what they’d planned.
Do you think Waikato needs an … View moreWaikato may be getting a new ‘go-to’ body for building the region’s economy.
The previous economic development agency, Te Waka, shut down earlier this year, saying the “passionate advocates” no longer had the resources to do what they’d planned.
Do you think Waikato needs an agency? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Politicians, along with many other New Zealanders, are breathing a sigh of relief over Wednesday’s official cash rate (OCR) drop.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis said shortly after the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate cut to 4.75% that it was “a sign we've got inflation coming under … View morePoliticians, along with many other New Zealanders, are breathing a sigh of relief over Wednesday’s official cash rate (OCR) drop.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis said shortly after the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate cut to 4.75% that it was “a sign we've got inflation coming under control”.
Do you expect the OCR drop to have an impact on you? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Insurance giant Aon has pulled the pin on the CBD after inhabitants of nearby emergency housing motels intimidated their staff.
Waikato Times reported earlier this year that the anti social antics spilling over from motels had driven Aon workers to work from home. Now they're not … View moreInsurance giant Aon has pulled the pin on the CBD after inhabitants of nearby emergency housing motels intimidated their staff.
Waikato Times reported earlier this year that the anti social antics spilling over from motels had driven Aon workers to work from home. Now they're not going back.
How do you feel when you're in the CBD? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The tiny settlement of Te Uku could be about to get a lot bigger with the rezoning of 43 hectares of farmland into residential sections.
The sought-after ‘tranquil’ Waikato spot is for sale and is attracting developers from out of the country.
Would you like to live in Te Uku? Tell us … View moreThe tiny settlement of Te Uku could be about to get a lot bigger with the rezoning of 43 hectares of farmland into residential sections.
The sought-after ‘tranquil’ Waikato spot is for sale and is attracting developers from out of the country.
Would you like to live in Te Uku? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A single-lane bridge in and out of the Coromandel town of Tairua is vying for an advanced revamp under the Government’s Fast Track Approvals Bill.
Tairua Shores Motel, Manager Steven Fang is used to seeing the trail of cars “backed up all the way” from the SH25 Pepe stream bridge leading … View moreA single-lane bridge in and out of the Coromandel town of Tairua is vying for an advanced revamp under the Government’s Fast Track Approvals Bill.
Tairua Shores Motel, Manager Steven Fang is used to seeing the trail of cars “backed up all the way” from the SH25 Pepe stream bridge leading into Tairua township.
Have you experienced the queues at this bridge at summertime? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
After sitting vacant and dark for three years, the old Lone Star site premises directly opposite the Waikato Regional Theatre has been transformed into a world of movie themed mini golf... with booze on the menu.
The site is Hamilton hospitality veteran John Lawrenson’s newest venture and he … View moreAfter sitting vacant and dark for three years, the old Lone Star site premises directly opposite the Waikato Regional Theatre has been transformed into a world of movie themed mini golf... with booze on the menu.
The site is Hamilton hospitality veteran John Lawrenson’s newest venture and he said the soft opening attracted a crowd bigger than he had anticipated.
Will you give Tipsy Putt a go? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
EarthDiverse is pleased to announce that registration is open now for all of our Term 4 (Oct-Dec) courses, which begin the week starting Sunday 20 October 2024.
We're currently offering the following languages at multiple levels: Arabic, Dutch, Farsi/Persian, German, Hebrew, Hindi, … View moreEarthDiverse is pleased to announce that registration is open now for all of our Term 4 (Oct-Dec) courses, which begin the week starting Sunday 20 October 2024.
We're currently offering the following languages at multiple levels: Arabic, Dutch, Farsi/Persian, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Japanese, Te Reo Māori, Portuguese, Spanish, Tamil and Urdu. We also offer individual 1-on-1 tutorial classes in Hindi, Japanese and Urdu.
Check out all of our language options now by clicking on the Read More link below.
While there, have a look at all of our current History, Philosophy and Religious Studies courses currently on offer as well!
Hope to see you soon!
Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.
Caroline Bartle, … View moreReducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.
Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.
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I'm sure you've seen it while doing your weekly shop... In fact, it may have even been you.
What do you think about people heading to the supermarket in their pyjamas?
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