World Polio Day tomorrow
World Polio Day 24 October 2025
Polio once infected 350,000 people annually- world wide.
Thanks to a global effort to eradicate polio, supported by Rotary International and the Bill Gates foundation, and many more, case numbers have reduced by 99.9% and 229 countries are now polio free.
Many older New Zealand may recall that schools once upon a time closed due to a Polio outbreak or had some on their family affected by Polio.
New Zealand’s last polio case was in 1977!
All these efforts led to Only 36 cases reported in 2025 in Afghanistan and Pakistan, the last 2 countries where polio still occurs.
Yet, COVID has reduced vaccination efforts globally and several countries have been recategorised as high risk.
We’re almost there! Let’s help us to get rid of it for good.
There’s lots of ways you can help!
You could join us at the Annual Bacon Buttie Stand!
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📍 Wellington Railway Station
🕕 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Grab a delicious bacon buttie to support Rotarians in Wellington with their fight against POLIO!
You can get also get in touch with your local Rotary club or donate: my.rotary.org...
Let’s fight Polio till the end for a better world!
#rotary #EndPolioNow
We're taking the bus!
The number of Wellingtonians taking the bus and train rose by 3% last week compared to the same time last year, according to Metlink.
Not surprising given petrol prices at the moment. But if you're considering giving up your car commute for a leisurely bus ride in the mornings, it would be worth it.
It's about to get even easier: In April, e-pay will be launched, meaning you can tap on with your credit cards as well as smart devices.
It's better on the environment too: With most Metlink trains running on electricity, 25% of the bus fleet being EV’s and the Ika Rere electric ferry, Metlink is able to move more people using less fuel than any other transport option.
With fuel costs so high, it's a good idea to jump on board if you can. If you've become a public transport convert recently, how have you found it?
Poll: Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?
Help settle the great kiwi debate ... cheese on top, or folded inside?
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76.5% Inside!
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23.5% On top!
Get decorating with the Resene Sale !
20% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers & sealers and 20% off wallpaper and 20% off decorating accessories.
See your Resene Colorshop and bring out the best in your home.
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