Beer and Climate Change: You no longer have to choose!
Paris Agreement?
Greenhouse gas emissions?
NZ’s reduction target?
Does any of this sound familiar to you? What does this ACTUALLY mean for Central Otago?
In return for a free drink and snacks, we want you to join our open discussion about taking action in our own backyard. Come and pick the brains of leading scientists on climate change - find out what is fact and what is media hype. Hear about the changes that will occur in Central Otago and the threats and opportunities posed by climate change.
Join us for a beer and bring along all your questions for Dr James Renwick of Victoria University, Wellington, and Dr Greg Bodeker of Bodeker Scientific, Alexandra. They will unpack the issues, discuss real solutions and offer you an opportunity to find real changes that work for you.
Thursday 22 November 2018, 7-9pm at Monteiths Brewery Bar Alexandra
Tickets: $5.00 (includes beer and snacks) available for pre-purchase from COREAP ( www.coreap.org.nz... ) or on the door (cash only please).
Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.
Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?
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42.1% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
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57.1% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
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0.8% Other - I'll share below
Changing the conversation around dementia
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, 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.
Click read more for the full article.
Be Loved this Spring! Reduced fee dog adoptions at SPCA start today
From 5-20 October only, SPCA dog and puppy adoption fees are 25% off. Plus, every dog adopter gets a free Simparica Trio flea, tick & worm treatment, and discount voucher.
We have more than 300 adoption-ready dogs and puppies nationwide, waiting for their happy forever after.
Visit www.spca.nz... to start your journey together.
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