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Create hours of fun for children with some off-cuts of timber and Resene Blackboard Paint or Resene Chalkboard Paint. Once dry your children or grandchildren can draw all over the buildings to create their own looks.
Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from … View moreCreate hours of fun for children with some off-cuts of timber and Resene Blackboard Paint or Resene Chalkboard Paint. Once dry your children or grandchildren can draw all over the buildings to create their own looks.
Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this handy project yourself
Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter long weekend! 🐰💙
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South Wairarapa District Council yesterday voted to join Wellington Water as a shareholder and become a client of its three waters management services.
Mayor Viv Napier said Council’s decision was a positive step for the community.
"Wellington Water is a large, specialist provider focused … View moreSouth Wairarapa District Council yesterday voted to join Wellington Water as a shareholder and become a client of its three waters management services.
Mayor Viv Napier said Council’s decision was a positive step for the community.
"Wellington Water is a large, specialist provider focused on delivering excellence in three waters services. It has demonstrated its commitment working with each of its councils to understand their priorities and deliver on their long term plans.
"South Wairarapa has its own distinct needs for water services, and I’m confident Wellington Water will take a customer-first approach in working with council and residents to understand and meet the needs of our customers."
If you're planning to enjoy the long weekend with some recreational boating, we've got some top tips!
As we’re going into colder weather it becomes more important to keep safety a top priority. Did you know that in water, the body loses heat 20 to 30 times faster than it does in air! … View moreIf you're planning to enjoy the long weekend with some recreational boating, we've got some top tips!
As we’re going into colder weather it becomes more important to keep safety a top priority. Did you know that in water, the body loses heat 20 to 30 times faster than it does in air! 😲 We encourage boaties to remember these five simple precautions:
• Wear your lifejacket
• Take two waterproof ways to call for help
• Check the marine weather forecast
• Avoid alcohol
• Be a responsible skipper
And remember, if in doubt, don’t go out 🐟
3,800 people biked to work in February for the Aotearoa Bike Challenge! We’re seeing more people embracing the active lifestyle, but winter is coming and we need to bike bright in the night🌛 Greater Wellington has some colourful giveaways to help you stay visible on your bike 🚴♀️
… View more3,800 people biked to work in February for the Aotearoa Bike Challenge! We’re seeing more people embracing the active lifestyle, but winter is coming and we need to bike bright in the night🌛 Greater Wellington has some colourful giveaways to help you stay visible on your bike 🚴♀️
Giveaways:
Help yourself to retro-reflective tape, back pack covers and slap bands from:
Level 2, 15 Walter Street, Te Aro
Residents in Porirua, Kapiti or Wairarapa, contact your local council road safety and sustainable transport team.
Lower Hutt residents can contact roadsafety@huttcity.govt.nz
Wellington City residents can email cycling@wcc.govt.nz
Hello, my 22 year old daughter loves to write. Does anyone know of any courses or help where she could learn more about this?
The New Zealand Dance Company (NZDC) is excited to present its stellar 2019 ‘Kiss The Sky’ programme in Wellington on Wednesday, 1st May at The Opera House. Featuring Wellington local choreographer and NZ School of Dance tutor, Victoria Colombus’ new work ‘The Fibonnaci’, … View moreThe New Zealand Dance Company (NZDC) is excited to present its stellar 2019 ‘Kiss The Sky’ programme in Wellington on Wednesday, 1st May at The Opera House. Featuring Wellington local choreographer and NZ School of Dance tutor, Victoria Colombus’ new work ‘The Fibonnaci’, ‘Kiss The Sky’ is “…exciting, exhausting, exhilarating – and world class” (Otago Daily Times).
Book your tickets now, and join us at an Asian-Pacific constellation of original dance, music and design.
Sue Adams addressed us on the subject of Elder Abuse- a topic almost unheard of only a few years ago but now much more in the public consciousness.
Sue explained that she had been part-owner of a fashion store back in the day, but decided to become a social worker following a distressing … View moreSue Adams addressed us on the subject of Elder Abuse- a topic almost unheard of only a few years ago but now much more in the public consciousness.
Sue explained that she had been part-owner of a fashion store back in the day, but decided to become a social worker following a distressing incident in her shop.
She retrained and has been working in a wide variety of roles ever since, for hospitals, medical centres, the Department of Justice and latterly in private practice. She specialises in mediation, which takes her into challenging areas such as family disputes, child custody, employment and religious matters.
She is now a member of a group lobbying the government to support elder harm interventions. She is also involved in the Korero Tahi research project which is studying 20 cases to see whether restorative processes are effective.
The statistics around elder harm are sobering. There is rapid growth in the 65+ age group, and it is thought that up to 37% of older people may have been abused in some way. The abuse takes many forms: psychological, financial, physical, neglect, sexual, and institutional.
Abuse is poorly reported, mostly because 75% of abusers are family members, with 50% being adult children, both male and female. Over 50% of victims are over 80. Often victims blame themselves, have dementia, or don’t know who to turn to.
Warning signs include injuries, fear, and unpaid bills.
The effects can be dire, leading to loss of independence, loss of home and/or savings, dignity and self-esteem.
A difficult and depressing subject, which Sue dealt with in her usual restrained but determined manner.
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