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Friday Feathered Friend
This week's image and words are courtesy of Louise Thomas. It is a few years old but still funny.
"Just a spot of birding at our local park and this happened. I've got to stop dressing in green and thinking be still like a tree. I feel like a Disney princess (albeit years after filming when they have become old and crazy and someone no longer does their hair and makeup). I tried to scrape it off with one finger and it climbed onto that finger - it was like mobile chuddy or a sticking plaster, and I strongly resisted the urge to flick my hand. I managed to coax him onto an actual tree branch. His Mum turned up and growled. Called him an idiot.
Goldfinch fledgling. Photo courtesy of my daughter Lilly."
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Volunteers needed - Red Cross Shop, Porirua
There is a new New Zealand Red Cross Shop opening at 12 Semple Street, Porirua, and they need volunteers! They are going to be open 7 days a week, 9am - 5pm, and they have morning and afternoon shifts available. They need friendly people with good communication skills and a can-do attitude. An eye for design is always a bonus. You will gain great retail customer service skills in this volunteer role. For more information, and to register your interest, please visit our website at:
tinyurl.com...
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What's On: THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET
THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET
- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
What's On: THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET
THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET
- Waikanae Beach Community Hall