613 days ago

Ryman Prize Awarded to Brain Health Expert

Julia Wallace Retirement Village

Canadian clinical neuroscientist and researcher Professor Vladimir Hachinski has been announced the winner of the 2024 Ryman Prize - an annual $250,000 grant for the world’s best discovery, development, advancement or achievement that enhances the quality of life for older people.

The prize was presented by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at a ceremony at Logan Campbell Village in Auckland today, celebrating the major contribution Professor Hachinski has made to the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and the links between ‘the terrible three’ - stroke, dementia and coronary heart disease.

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4 days ago

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 72.9% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    72.9% Complete
  • 16.1% Hmm, maybe?
    16.1% Complete
  • 11% Yes!
    11% Complete
708 votes
8 hours ago

Celebrate in Style: Craft Your Own Decor with Testpots

The Team from Resene ColorShop Palmerston North

Create handcrafted celebrations using Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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8 hours ago

Poll: Do Palmerston North’s offerings entice you into the city centre?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Senior reporter Alecia Rousseau from the Manawatū Standard recently sat down with Palmerston North City Council planner David Murphy to talk about how the city is responding to rapid growth and planning for the future.

But now we want to hear from you.
✨ Do Palmerston North’s offerings entice you?
🤔 What stops you from visiting the city centre?

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Do Palmerston North’s offerings entice you into the city centre?
  • 0% Yes - I see change, and I like it
    0% Complete
  • 100% Nah - Not enough going on
    100% Complete
1 vote