1493 days ago

We've come a long way, but LGBTQ students still face an uphill struggle

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Brendan Goudswaard was called every name under the sun, cautioned against wearing make-up and skirts by his teachers, pushed, shoved and had abuse yelled at him from passing cars.

He came out about a year after the murder of his classmate Jeff Whittington.

He still remembers the shock waves the hate crime sent through his Wellington High School community in 1999.

Image
More messages from your neighbours
4 days ago

Government putting our community under threat.

Mike from Alicetown

www.stuff.co.nz...

"Speed limit reductions reversing back to 2019, transport minister says"

Madness.😡😡

Image
5 days ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

Image
Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 71.7% Yes
    71.7% Complete
  • 25.3% No
    25.3% Complete
  • 3.1% Other - I'll share below
    3.1% Complete
2541 votes
4 hours ago

Join us at our Walk in Wednesdays

Bob Scott Retirement Village

Join us any Wednesday in October and November, 10am - 3pm and experience the Ryman lifestyle that awaits.

Learn about our living options, tour our show homes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Image