Volunteers needed!
Would you like to help make a difference in your neighbourhood? Te Omanga Hospice are seeking volunteers for the following roles:
๐ Hospice Shop Volunteers: we're looking for friendly people with a passion for retail and desire to assist others. Wainuiomata shop Mon/Tues/Fri afternoons/Saturdays. Petone shop morning/afternoon on Sat/Sun. Lower Hutt shop Tues/Thurs/Fri morning or Wed afternoon.
๐ Truck Hand: we're looking for fit and able people to help our Truck Drivers collect generous donations for our Hospice Shops.
๐งน Housekeepers: join our friendly team keeping our hospice clean and tidy for patients and families. Mon/Tues 9am โ 11am. Casual housekeepers are also needed.
If you are interested in any of these roles please contact our Volunteer Services Manager Janice Henson on 04 566 4535, ext 235 or email Janice.Henson@teomanga.org.nz.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.1% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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20.2% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.6% Keep it as is
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32.5% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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11% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
Have you seen Colin?
Police are appealing for information to locate 14-year-old Colin, who has been reported missing in Titahi Bay.
He was last seen at around 6.15pm, Monday 4 November. He was wearing a khaki green sweatshirt and black-and-white striped basketball shorts, and riding an e-bike.
If you have seen Colin, or have any information that may assist in locating him please update us at 105 online or call 105, referencing file number 241104/1862.
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.