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Received a letter today congratulating me on a commitment to leave a gift in my Will. No such commitment was made but I acknowledge the organisation involved is legitimate. Some people might think they have made a commitment and act accordingly. With the number of people getting caught by scams I … View moreReceived a letter today congratulating me on a commitment to leave a gift in my Will. No such commitment was made but I acknowledge the organisation involved is legitimate. Some people might think they have made a commitment and act accordingly. With the number of people getting caught by scams I thought a warning warranted.
A disabled Taranaki boy, whose lifelong battle with illness touched many hearts, has died only month…
Teen Sharonika Prasad used to be scared, of life, of opportunity. She lacked self-confidence. ‘‘I had a negative mind set in which I had beliefs that I would never be successful at anything, with a very low self-esteem. ‘‘I made excuses because I had no motivation and little confidence and … View moreTeen Sharonika Prasad used to be scared, of life, of opportunity. She lacked self-confidence. ‘‘I had a negative mind set in which I had beliefs that I would never be successful at anything, with a very low self-esteem. ‘‘I made excuses because I had no motivation and little confidence and I let life pass me by even if it was a wonderful opportunity because I was so afraid of the unknown.’’
Not anymore! Prasad, 18, and the youngest in a family of five, is now working as a caregiver while studying a foundation course at NZMA for occupational therapy and has realised she ‘‘could do anything’’. She is the first in her family to go to university. The South Auckland teen has found her potential with the help of our Foundation that aims to transform young Kiwi lives.
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MetService has issued a heavy rain warning for Taranaki.
Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.
Area: Northern Taranaki
Valid: 8 hours from 11:00pm Monday to 7:00am Tuesday
Forecast: … View moreMetService has issued a heavy rain warning for Taranaki.
Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly. Surface flooding and slips are also possible and driving conditions may be hazardous.
Area: Northern Taranaki
Valid: 8 hours from 11:00pm Monday to 7:00am Tuesday
Forecast: Expect 70 to 100mm of rain to accumulate about the Mountain, and 40 to 60mm elsewhere. Peak intensities of 20 to 30mm/hr, especially about the Mountain, and thunderstorms possible.
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Batten down the hatches it's going to get wet and windy in Taranaki on Monday night. MetService i…
Two years after last playing in New Plymouth, Kiwi band Hobnail is returning to perform an almost se…
A youth driver training programme has been launched for New Plymouth students. Run by Taranaki Fut…
Hey neighbours,
Online shopping is getting more popular by the day, but with the convenience of getting parcels delivered to your home comes the danger of potential theft.
Have you ever had an online delivery go missing once it has been delivered?
To read more, click here.
Last chance to nominate!!!
Nominations for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards close today! Don't miss out, begin your nomination today as nominations close at 11.59pm!
There is still time to recognize the amazing women in your communities. Any incomplete nominations will have until Friday, … View moreLast chance to nominate!!!
Nominations for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards close today! Don't miss out, begin your nomination today as nominations close at 11.59pm!
There is still time to recognize the amazing women in your communities. Any incomplete nominations will have until Friday, 11.59pm to submit for judging!
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It's the start of winter and there still seem to be a few flies hanging around. Is this due to rising temperatures around the world? Have you noticed flies in your neck of the woods lasting longer this year?
A steer was rescued by firefighters in Taranaki on Sunday afternoon. Fire and Emergency got the ca…
A long-running battle for consent to mine millions of tonnes of iron sand off the South Taranaki coa…
In-form Taranaki mountain biker Ed Masters continued his strong form to lead the Kiwi gravity riders…
We're blessed in Taranaki to have outstanding free parks and public gardens but which is best?
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