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People associate bullying with children in schools, but it can actually stretch beyond childhood to workplaces or neighbourhoods.
This Friday is Pink Shirt Day, which began in Canada in 2007 when two students took a stand against homophobic bullying after a new student was harassed for wearing … View morePeople associate bullying with children in schools, but it can actually stretch beyond childhood to workplaces or neighbourhoods.
This Friday is Pink Shirt Day, which began in Canada in 2007 when two students took a stand against homophobic bullying after a new student was harassed for wearing pink. People across the globe are now encouraged to wear pink on this day to take a stand against bullying and promote inclusivity.
Have you or your whānau ever experienced bullying? Share your thoughts on Pink Shirt Day below.
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35 Cadbury Road, Onekawa
8.30 - 1.00pm
Beautiful hand knits for babies, children and adults. Warm beanies, slippers and blankets plus a good selection of books for cosy winter reading. All proceeds to Napier Branch New Zealand Red Cross.
Building framed bunk beds and finishing with curtains, Resene Indian Ink and Resene Colorwood Bark elevates the bach classic. Kids also love them at home. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
For those enrolled to vote in the Takitimu Māori Ward and Heretaunga General Ward, voting remains open until 12 noon Friday 24 May, with official results declared from Monday 27 May.
If you have not received your voting papers, special voting is available at Hastings District Council, 207 … View moreFor those enrolled to vote in the Takitimu Māori Ward and Heretaunga General Ward, voting remains open until 12 noon Friday 24 May, with official results declared from Monday 27 May.
If you have not received your voting papers, special voting is available at Hastings District Council, 207 Lyndon Road East, Hastings 4122.
For a list of where to deliver your completed voting paper, visit: www.hastingsdc.govt.nz...
To find a NZ Post Mail Box near you, visit: www.nzpost.co.nz...
For all other information about the by-elections including ward boundaries, visit: www.hastingsdc.govt.nz...
We are continuing our Q&A sessions on Neighbourly. This week we have the amazing Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your renting rights.
A little bit about Sacha:
She has been working for CABNZ for 10 years and is … View moreWe are continuing our Q&A sessions on Neighbourly. This week we have the amazing Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your renting rights.
A little bit about Sacha:
She has been working for CABNZ for 10 years and is passionate about empowering people with knowledge of their rights as well as ensuring access to justice.
She helps support the team of over 2,000 trained volunteers who deliver the CAB service in 80 neighbourhoods around Aotearoa by providing advice and support at a national level on a wide range of issues. One of Sacha’s work areas is leading the CAB’s social justice work on housing and tenancy issues.
Whether you're a flatmate, landlord, boarder or flatmate, you can leave a comment below and Sacha will share an answer on Wednesday from 9.30am. You may want to ask about notice periods, bond fulfillment, reasonable rent increases, or even whose responsibility it is to deal with mould in the home.
Join Sacha here on Wednesday at 9.30am. See you then!.
⇩ Share your question below ⇩
Moving to a retirement village marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities waiting to be explored. Naturally, you want to share this journey with your beloved furry companion, and at Ryman, you are welcome to bring your pet along, provided they are suitable for the village … View moreMoving to a retirement village marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities waiting to be explored. Naturally, you want to share this journey with your beloved furry companion, and at Ryman, you are welcome to bring your pet along, provided they are suitable for the village environment.
Once your pet is approved for the village, the focus shifts to ensuring a smooth transition for them. Dogs and cats, being creatures of habit, may find relocating stressful. However, with patience and a thoughtful approach, we can mitigate their anxiety and help them settle into their new surroundings seamlessly.
For more tips click read more.
Today (Tuesday 14 May), we have the second of our public drop-in sessions for the draft Long Term Plan 2024/2034. This will be held in the Hastings District Council chambers foyer (207 Lyndon Road East, Hastings) between 5pm-7pm. Come and discuss the draft plan with councillors and Hastings … View moreToday (Tuesday 14 May), we have the second of our public drop-in sessions for the draft Long Term Plan 2024/2034. This will be held in the Hastings District Council chambers foyer (207 Lyndon Road East, Hastings) between 5pm-7pm. Come and discuss the draft plan with councillors and Hastings District Council staff.
Further public drop-in sessions will be held this week at:
> Clive Community Hall, Wednesday 15 May, 5pm-7pm
> Mackersey Family Pavilion, Havelock North Domain, Thursday 16 May, 5pm-7pm
If you live rurally, or can't come in person, join us for a Facebook Live session on Tuesday 21 May from 5pm-5:30pm - right here on the Hastings District Council Facebook page.
This is a strongly infrastructure-focused budget that proposes a 25 per cent rate increase for the 2024/25 year, eight per cent of which is targeted for the recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle, and 17 per cent to predominantly provide funding for building and maintaining sustainable infrastructure and servicing debt.
Tell us what you think at www.myvoicemychoice.co.nz... or return the reply-paid form with your consultation document before 5pm, Monday 27 May.
There's strength in community, especially when times are hard. Victim Support is here to ensure that nobody faces the aftermath of crime, suicide or traumatic events alone. But we need you! Bring your unique life experiences to the table and join us in meaningful work that changes lives.
… View moreThere's strength in community, especially when times are hard. Victim Support is here to ensure that nobody faces the aftermath of crime, suicide or traumatic events alone. But we need you! Bring your unique life experiences to the table and join us in meaningful work that changes lives.
By volunteering with us, you can make a real difference, helping victims stay informed, safe, and empowered. Volunteer today and do good in the dark times.
With heartfelt thanks,
The Victim Support Team
Some kiwis think hearing devices are big and ugly.
What if we told you technology has advanced substantially and they’re available in all shapes, colours, and sizes?
Go in the draw to win* a $40 MTA voucher when you share your answer to the
question below. Give it a go!
… View moreSome kiwis think hearing devices are big and ugly.
What if we told you technology has advanced substantially and they’re available in all shapes, colours, and sizes?
Go in the draw to win* a $40 MTA voucher when you share your answer to the
question below. Give it a go!
*T&C’s apply – must be over 18.
2.5 cm sq 3.5cm and5.5 cm sq loose. no photo pl reply to smithe257@gmail.com or ph 8446324 evenings or lunchtime. edward.
Enjoy a wonderful day out at the Hawke’s Bay Better Home & Living Show opening this Friday! Packed with inspiration, exclusive show specials, giveaways and more the Hawke’s Bay Better Home and Living Show is on at Pettigrew Green Arena, 17th - 19th of May. Buy online here today and save … View moreEnjoy a wonderful day out at the Hawke’s Bay Better Home & Living Show opening this Friday! Packed with inspiration, exclusive show specials, giveaways and more the Hawke’s Bay Better Home and Living Show is on at Pettigrew Green Arena, 17th - 19th of May. Buy online here today and save with the 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer.
There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with everything from heating & insulation, builders, renovators, homewares, tiny homes, plants, tools, spas, health, well-being, sustainable living, art and artisan foods! With great food and coffee, grab a friend using this discounted offer and enjoy a day together.
Save the date in your diaries: 17-19 May
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Pettigrew Green Arena, Taradale
Adults $5
Gold Card Friday $2.50
Under 16 free
Hello! Are you a …
- A student/young professional renting
- A young family, renting or owning
- An older New Zealander/retiree/pensioner
We’re reaching out from the Tova show, the flagship weekly politics podcast on Stuff, as we prepare for our budget coverage and how it’s affecting … View moreHello! Are you a …
- A student/young professional renting
- A young family, renting or owning
- An older New Zealander/retiree/pensioner
We’re reaching out from the Tova show, the flagship weekly politics podcast on Stuff, as we prepare for our budget coverage and how it’s affecting Kiwis - we’d love to hear from you.
We need a few people who are available the week before the budget (Wednesday 22nd/Thursday 23rd May) and on the day of the announcement (Thursday 30th May).
Please email tova@stuff.co.nz or comment below if you’d like to share your perspective with us. We give you our commitment to treat your experience with sensitivity and care.
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It's NZ Music Month and New Zealand really has some beautiful songs from artists that we call our own.
Whether it's April Sun in Cuba, Don't Forget your Roots, or How Bizarre or Bic Runga's 'Sway' - songs have a way of unlocking memories and evoking old feelings.
… View moreIt's NZ Music Month and New Zealand really has some beautiful songs from artists that we call our own.
Whether it's April Sun in Cuba, Don't Forget your Roots, or How Bizarre or Bic Runga's 'Sway' - songs have a way of unlocking memories and evoking old feelings.
In honour of NZ Music Month, share a New Zealand song or artist that is special to you and explain why.
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Green thumbs are being asked to watch out for a beautiful but toxic flower that could be growing in their backyards.
What you need to know:
- Every part of the plant is poisonous, and can cause gastroenteritis, thirst, paralysis, blindness, and heart and kidney failure.
- This plant is hardy … View moreGreen thumbs are being asked to watch out for a beautiful but toxic flower that could be growing in their backyards.
What you need to know:
- Every part of the plant is poisonous, and can cause gastroenteritis, thirst, paralysis, blindness, and heart and kidney failure.
- This plant is hardy and normal pest control efforts are often not enough to eradicate.
- The cape tulip, growing up to 90cm high with one strap-like leaf, was introduced to Aotearoa in the 1940s, the Ministry for Primary Industries’ manager for pest management John Sanson said. “Cape tulips, like many of these invasive weeds, are really attractive ornamental species ...but they escape over people’s backyard fences and into pasture, as these things often do,”
- It was classified as a noxious plant in the late 1970s after they were discovered to cause harm to livestock and humans, even killing animals when too much as ingested.
- The salmon-pink flowers bloom for about two days a year between June and December, and have previously been an ornamental species for keen gardeners.
Sanson urged people who believed they had the weed growing on their property to leave it untouched and contact Biosecurity New New Zealand’s Exotic Pest and Disease on 0800 80 99 66.
Once a site was confirmed, manual removal or chemical treatment would start.
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