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Ethan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.
The programme helped … View moreEthan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.
The programme helped him explore different career paths and Ethan became one of the top graduates from his cohort. The Foundation took the opportunity to hire him and he now helps other young people involved in the programme on their career journeys.
Find out more about how the Graeme Dingle Foundation helps young people realise potential.
We hope you have a Happy Mother's Day today! 💐From the team at Flash Excavations Ltd.
To all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!
We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with … View moreTo all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!
We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with smiles, appreciation and love. Happy Mother's Day.
* Nominations opened on Tuesday, 2nd May
* Nominations close on Tuesday, 13th June at 12 noon
* See website for details, including candidate qualifications and restrictions, and to download nomination forms
At Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato we want more of you to have a say about what is most important to support your health and wellbeing.
This helps us to develop better access to local community services for people living with a disability / whānau hauā. Dial in to our friendly forum … View moreAt Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato we want more of you to have a say about what is most important to support your health and wellbeing.
This helps us to develop better access to local community services for people living with a disability / whānau hauā. Dial in to our friendly forum and share your knowledge and experience as we work together on these matters.
On the agenda: Topics include - Update on Whānau Hauā Responsiveness Plan implementation, and discussion on the new health system and Whaikaha Waikato Regional Disability Hui/ Whānau Hauā Forum
When: Monday 15 May, 4 - 6pm
If interested please email norma.taute@waikatodhb.health.nz
Disability Health Forums are a gathering of local people living with a disability or whānau hauā who share in a conversation about what matters to their community and hear what’s happening from Te Whatu Ora Waikato, other health and social service providers and local organisations/groups.
We look forward to meeting you online. He whakarongo tātou – we’re here to listen
Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free … View moreTalk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact us online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
The King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be … View moreThe King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
But your Broadband and Power bills don't need to Neighbours!
It can be stressful to find more ways to save money. Comparing your bills using NZ Compare is one simple way you can cut costs!
It only takes a couple of minutes to check if you're on the right plan, for the right price. … View moreBut your Broadband and Power bills don't need to Neighbours!
It can be stressful to find more ways to save money. Comparing your bills using NZ Compare is one simple way you can cut costs!
It only takes a couple of minutes to check if you're on the right plan, for the right price. Remember the longer you leave it, the more money you could be choosing to spend instead of SAVE.
Read our guide on how to save on your Broadband and Power bills OR ring our NZ-based Customer Support Team on 0508 226 672 Monday-Friday 10am-6pm. They're here to help!
Still looking for a Mother's Day gift - pop into the IHC Op Shop and browse our Bric a Brac, Glassware and Boutique clothing - all half price until Saturday.
Victim-survivors of sexual violence don’t want to talk about what’s happened to them, so it is critical they can safely tell their story once, and once only, to get the immediate help and ongoing support they need.
“The first door they knock on has to be the right door,” says Dr Kate … View moreVictim-survivors of sexual violence don’t want to talk about what’s happened to them, so it is critical they can safely tell their story once, and once only, to get the immediate help and ongoing support they need.
“The first door they knock on has to be the right door,” says Dr Kate Taylor, Trust Chair of the Midlands Sexual Assault Support Service (MSASS).
“Victim-Survivors don’t have the capacity to advocate for themselves, you can’t send them elsewhere, they won’t make a second call. Our service ensures they get support, without having to repeat themselves.”
The need for MSASS services is significant - sexual violence is much more prevalent than most people believe. The most recent New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey says that 78,000 adults, some 1.9% of the adult population, one in fifty, had been subjected to sexual violence in the last year.
The percentages are even higher for some population groups, particularly young women, and these numbers don’t include children and youth. The overall rate of victimhood is not believed to be growing but the numbers seeking help is steadily increasing.
“The numbers suggest there cannot be one person in this country who does not know someone affected, whether we’re aware of it or not,” says Simone Molenaar, the Chief Vision Officer at MSASS.
Franklin Writers are running a short story competition. The theme is "Written in the Stars" and it is limited to 300 words. For more details, visit tinyurl.com... or email franklinwriterscomp@gmail.com
Closes 30 June 2023
Mother's Day is coming! Come join us after school to make a lovely Mother's Day card for your awesome mum or caregiver. Then have a tour around the 'Awash With Colour' watercolour painting exhibition in the gallery after!
Watercolours Meet Doodles Mother's Day Card … View moreMother's Day is coming! Come join us after school to make a lovely Mother's Day card for your awesome mum or caregiver. Then have a tour around the 'Awash With Colour' watercolour painting exhibition in the gallery after!
Watercolours Meet Doodles Mother's Day Card Workshop
Thursday 11 May
3:30pm - 4:20pm
For ages 9+
This workshop is FREE, booking is not required. All materials are provided.
Here is our weekly Health and Safety Tip - Slips, Trips, and Falls. Stay Safe!👍
Download the free Nymbl app, and with just 10 minutes a day you can stay active and improve your balance.
We are here to help!
Have you lost someone who has been special to you?
Maybe they have passed away, developed a serious illness or developed a disability that has changed your life style Maybe you have separated, moved to a new area or experienced some other major change in circumstances, or… View moreWe are here to help!
Have you lost someone who has been special to you?
Maybe they have passed away, developed a serious illness or developed a disability that has changed your life style Maybe you have separated, moved to a new area or experienced some other major change in circumstances, or such like that have caused you some grief or anxiety.
We run a 5 week Seasons programme for adults – one evening a week. We will be starting a new group this week and you are most welcome to come along and see if this programme works for you. There will be two facilitators and a small group of around five or six people discussing the various topics relating to these significant changes, while learning some strategies that may help you.
Registration is essential.
Please phone or Jan on 027 452 1366 or email pukekohecommunityaction@xtra.co.nz
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