2304 days ago

Multiple Steps event raises awareness about Multiple Sclerosis

Updates from Cox Partners Estate Agents

On a mild Wednesday evening, over 450 walkers and runners, some in costumes and others in wheelchairs, participated in the Hawke's Bay Multiple Sclerosis Society Multiple Steps fundraising event.

MS affects one in every thousand people, so many of those participating live with the MS or know someone with the condition.

We provided resources, facilities and refreshments as part of our Giving for Good programme, in support of our colleague Kendall Hinton, who was diagnosed with MS several years ago.

MS manifests in a wide spectrum of conditions from mild pain to severe disability. Progress with treatment and management allows many MSers to lead fully functioning lives. While genetic and environment factors influence the condition, the cause remains unknown.

This event provides a friendly opportunity for serious runners and recreational walkers, while raising awareness of the work of the MS Society.

MS Hawke's Bay is represented by Nicola Brown, 06 835-8542.

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16 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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1 day ago

Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑

Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.

We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

Want to read more? The Press has you covered!

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🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
  • 54.3% Human-centred experience and communication
    54.3% Complete
  • 13.8% Critical thinking
    13.8% Complete
  • 29.3% Resilience and adaptability
    29.3% Complete
  • 2.6% Other - I will share below!
    2.6% Complete
341 votes
4 hours ago

Step into the Art Deco vibe this weekend at our SPCA Op Shop 🎩💃🕯️

The Team from SPCA Napier - Centre & Op Shop

Our Napier Op Shop is buzzing with preloved Art Deco & Vintage treasures – the perfect excuse to wander, discover and play dress-up for the festival until Sunday 22 February 🎉👛

Find your unique piece, try something new, and thrift with us while supporting SPCA animals in need 🐾

📍 104 Carlyle Street, Napier
🕘 Mon to Sat 9-5pm | Sun 10-3pm