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Overrun by animals, the Auckland SPCA is asking for foster families to take on farm animals including horses, goats and chickens. From June to September this year, 20 farm animals have been fostered. There are more farm animals ready to go, but there are no homes for them to go to.
"Our … View moreOverrun by animals, the Auckland SPCA is asking for foster families to take on farm animals including horses, goats and chickens. From June to September this year, 20 farm animals have been fostered. There are more farm animals ready to go, but there are no homes for them to go to.
"Our foster parents are volunteers and provide a temporary home for animals to help them recover from surgery, give them medicine for an illness, or work with them to improve their behaviour," the spokesperson says. "We are looking for foster parents who have enough secure land and shelter to house farm animals, and high enough fencing - especially for goats - to keep them safe."
Typically, foster parents will look after an animal from a few weeks up to a few months, or sometimes longer. The Auckland centre has very limited room, and farm animals need more space.
"Farm animals need lots of room and land to be happy, healthy and express natural behaviours, and there is simply not enough room at the Auckland centre to give them this - especially when we have a high number of animals in our care."
Fostering is free, and SPCA supplies food, vet treatment and support for the foster family. For more information head to the SPCA's website.
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The students picked up their pencils and Play-Doh and sketched and sculpted designs of how they would like their restored reserve to look. The designs were largely inspired by nature and the surrounding landscape and the native species the Healthy Waters team was trying to attract back.
At the Mad Butcher, we’re offering a HAND UP price for BBQ Sausages.
To find out more head into your local store or check out our fundraising calculator at madbutcher.kiwi/fundraising
For 10 years Judy Skinner brought the elderly community of Tūākau together and provided a supportive…
Lou Scott can't wait to get her laundry cupboards back. For the past three months, the Ararimu Sch…
Kia Ora neighbours,
Franklin is celebrating its elderly this Friday, September 28 with the Franklin Positive Aging Expo.
Back again for it's 13th year, the free event gives elderly in the community the opportunity to find out more about the services available to them.
What are some … View moreKia Ora neighbours,
Franklin is celebrating its elderly this Friday, September 28 with the Franklin Positive Aging Expo.
Back again for it's 13th year, the free event gives elderly in the community the opportunity to find out more about the services available to them.
What are some awesome services available for elderly in Franklin?
Will you be heading along to the event?
Why or why not?
Vote in the poll, or leave us a comment.
The expo will run from 9.30am to 3pm at the Pukekohe Indian Association Centre.
Please put NFP if you don't want your comment to be printed.
Hi neighbours,
Have you heard this trick before? A handy hack on how to open OXO cubes is causing a stir online, as it seems many of us have been doing it all wrong.
Forget crumbling up the cube after opening the silver foil packaging - it seems that packaging was actually designed to be … View moreHi neighbours,
Have you heard this trick before? A handy hack on how to open OXO cubes is causing a stir online, as it seems many of us have been doing it all wrong.
Forget crumbling up the cube after opening the silver foil packaging - it seems that packaging was actually designed to be flattened. To read more click here.
Simply open up the flaps on the side, flatten them out and then crumble the cube inside the package, turning it into a powder that's a heck of a lot easier to add to your dish.
Did you know this handy trick? Have you been opening the cubes the wrong way your whole life like the rest of us? Will this make cooking for your family a little easier? Share your thoughts in the replies below!
Hi neighbours... of the short programmes we run, the Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) is a pretty popular one-day course. We occasionally run promotions to knock down the price a little and for this round, we're getting our existing participants to vouch for us by offering 'Mates … View moreHi neighbours... of the short programmes we run, the Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) is a pretty popular one-day course. We occasionally run promotions to knock down the price a little and for this round, we're getting our existing participants to vouch for us by offering 'Mates Rates'. Well, this got me thinking and I felt that our neighbours are 'mates' too in many ways, so I am happy to extend the promotion to all of you if it's useful. Please note that if you're running a business and looking to get your staff qualified, do message me separately as there are other cost-effective options available for business partners.
A crowd watched on Friday as Hunua MP Andrew Bayly and Auckland Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore got stuc…
IDOP Walking Festival - at the Auckland Botanic Gardens, as well as some quick exercise sessions/demos by our Community Strength & Balance approved providers. Bring your walking shoes, wear something purple and participate in a fun, active and FREE event for all ages! Spot Prizes up for grabs … View moreIDOP Walking Festival - at the Auckland Botanic Gardens, as well as some quick exercise sessions/demos by our Community Strength & Balance approved providers. Bring your walking shoes, wear something purple and participate in a fun, active and FREE event for all ages! Spot Prizes up for grabs on the day.
Where: Auckland Botanic Gardens, 102 Hill Rd, The Gardens, Auckland When: Monday 1st October, 10:30am
2018 International Day of Older Persons Events:
great event for older people, their carers and whanau with lots of information and activities - FREE
Franklin Positive Ageing Expo at Pukekohe
Where:Pukekohe Indian Hall Ward Street
When Friday 28th
For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories … View moreFor a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
A question for you neighbours, what do you think of raw milk?
The regulations about the sale of raw milk will come under review this November, two years after the current rules were introduced.
Many Kiwi's remember the good old days of raw milk fondly, while others strongly believe raw milk… View moreA question for you neighbours, what do you think of raw milk?
The regulations about the sale of raw milk will come under review this November, two years after the current rules were introduced.
Many Kiwi's remember the good old days of raw milk fondly, while others strongly believe raw milk poses a health hazard.
What do you think?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Hey neighbours,
Spring has well and truly sprung but if you're still stuck in a colour rut at home, check out the recap of our live chat with Resene colour experts Sarah Gregory and Brenda Ngatai where they answered your questions and decorating dilemmas.
Whether you want to know about … View moreHey neighbours,
Spring has well and truly sprung but if you're still stuck in a colour rut at home, check out the recap of our live chat with Resene colour experts Sarah Gregory and Brenda Ngatai where they answered your questions and decorating dilemmas.
Whether you want to know about colour trends, paint effects, interior decor, exterior treatments, or anything else colour and paint-related you're to find something to inspire you, here.
International Day of Older Persons is a day to celebrate all older people – to highlight the value of all older people and to promote dignity and respect. The 2018 international theme is “Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions“.
This year Age Concern New Zealand want all New Zealanders… View moreInternational Day of Older Persons is a day to celebrate all older people – to highlight the value of all older people and to promote dignity and respect. The 2018 international theme is “Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions“.
This year Age Concern New Zealand want all New Zealanders to sign up as Age Concern Dignity Champions and stand up for the human rights of older Kiwis.
“There is no excuse for elder abuse, says Stephanie Clare, Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive. I am appalled that we are still having to deal with cases each day where older people are taken advantage of.
“Just because someone is older it doesn’t mean they are less valuable, have less purpose or should lose basic human rights, the right to make their own choices and respect from those around them.
“Of the cases we see, 75% of alleged abusers are family members, either adult children or partners of adult children and that needs to stop!
“So come on Kiwis we all have a part to play. You can take a stand against ageism and join me by signing up today!” says Stephanie.
An Age Concern Dignity Champion pledges to:
• Reject stereotypes and focus on the uniqueness of every individual
• Speak up when they hear people speaking negatively about growing old
• Have the courage to question practices they feel are disrespectful to older people
• Not patronise older people
• Be patient, polite and friendly
• Have zero tolerance for abuse or neglect
• Build relationships – they combat isolation and loneliness by getting to know the older people in their lives.
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