South Taranaki District, Hawera

1948 days ago

Sharonika finds resilience through Graeme Dingle Foundation

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Teen Sharonika Prasad used to be scared, of life, of opportunity. She lacked self-confidence. ‘‘I had a negative mind set in which I had beliefs that I would never be successful at anything, with a very low self-esteem. ‘‘I made excuses because I had no motivation and little confidence and … View moreTeen Sharonika Prasad used to be scared, of life, of opportunity. She lacked self-confidence. ‘‘I had a negative mind set in which I had beliefs that I would never be successful at anything, with a very low self-esteem. ‘‘I made excuses because I had no motivation and little confidence and I let life pass me by even if it was a wonderful opportunity because I was so afraid of the unknown.’’

Not anymore! Prasad, 18, and the youngest in a family of five, is now working as a caregiver while studying a foundation course at NZMA for occupational therapy and has realised she ‘‘could do anything’’. She is the first in her family to go to university. The South Auckland teen has found her potential with the help of our Foundation that aims to transform young Kiwi lives.

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1948 days ago

Heavy rain warning for Taranaki

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a heavy rain warning for Taranaki.

Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.

Area: Northern Taranaki
Valid: 8 hours from 11:00pm Monday to 7:00am Tuesday
Forecast: … View more
MetService has issued a heavy rain warning for Taranaki.

Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.

Area: Northern Taranaki
Valid: 8 hours from 11:00pm Monday to 7:00am Tuesday
Forecast: Expect 70 to 100mm of rain to accumulate about the Mountain, and 40 to 60mm elsewhere. Peak intensities of 20 to 30mm/hr, especially about the Mountain, and thunderstorms possible.
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1948 days ago

Poll: Have you had a courier parcel stolen from your front door?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,
Online shopping is getting more popular by the day, but with the convenience of getting parcels delivered to your home comes the danger of potential theft.

Have you ever had an online delivery go missing once it has been delivered?

To read more, click here.

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Have you had a courier parcel stolen from your front door?
  • 17.2% Yes
    17.2% Complete
  • 82.8% No
    82.8% Complete
1638 votes
1948 days ago

Nominations close today!!!!!

Women of Influence

Last chance to nominate!!!

Nominations for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards close today! Don't miss out, begin your nomination today as nominations close at 11.59pm!

There is still time to recognize the amazing women in your communities. Any incomplete nominations will have until Friday, … View more
Last chance to nominate!!!

Nominations for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards close today! Don't miss out, begin your nomination today as nominations close at 11.59pm!

There is still time to recognize the amazing women in your communities. Any incomplete nominations will have until Friday, 11.59pm to submit for judging!

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1948 days ago

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1967 days ago

Lingering flies

Stephanie Ockhuysen Reporter from Taranaki Daily News

It's the start of winter and there still seem to be a few flies hanging around. Is this due to rising temperatures around the world? Have you noticed flies in your neck of the woods lasting longer this year?

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1961 days ago

Poll: What public garden or park is Taranaki's best?

Blanton Smith Reporter from Taranaki Daily News

We're blessed in Taranaki to have outstanding free parks and public gardens but which is best?

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What public garden or park is Taranaki's best?
  • 63.2% Pukekura Park
    63.2% Complete
  • 11% Tupare Garden
    11% Complete
  • 9.6% Pukeiti Garden
    9.6% Complete
  • 1.5% Hollard Garden
    1.5% Complete
  • 14% King Edward Park
    14% Complete
  • 0.7% Victoria Park
    0.7% Complete
  • 0% Goodson Dell
    0% Complete
  • 0% Naumai Park
    0% Complete
136 votes
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