Busy time for Ripeka Thomson
Ripeka Thomson of the Kāpiti branch of St Vincent de Paul is busy enough in ordinary times. In a usual week, the Kāpiti-based Thomson will support around 60 individuals and whānau with food parcels but also firewood, blankets and furniture.
But during the Covid lockdown that number increased significantly.
At its peak, in May, she helped feed an additional 260 people.
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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