Dying Matters Week: Demystifying Death - Panel Discussion + Q & A
Join us for an enlightening & compassionate session dedicated to demystifying death. This gathering offers a safe & supportive space to explore important topics that often go unspoken.
Let’s break the taboo surrounding end-of-life conversations and empower ourselves with knowledge and preparation.
There will be opportunities to ask questions and connect with others on this journey of understanding.
Moderated by Dr Lea Galvin, Clinical Services Director at Nelson Tasman Hospice and Clinical Psychologist.
Panelists are Dr Amanda Fitzgerald; Senior Medical Officer, Emily McDougall; Clinical Lead - Palliative Care and Helen Butler; Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Date: Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Time: 2 - 3pm
Cost: Free
Limited attendees: Registration is essential here: www.eventbrite.co.nz...
Who can attend?: General Public
Hosted by Nelson Tasman Hospice
Venue: Nelson Tasman Hospice, 331 Suffolk Road, Stoke, Nelson
Ryman Village Open Days
Wednesday 10 December, 10am - 3pm
Join us this Wednesday and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.
More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.
The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment necessary!
Snip n Chip
Do your pet a favour and help them live longer by getting them desexed. If you can't afford it, please click desexing.spca.nz......
As they will help you.
Or your local rescue organisation.
As cats can revert to being feral away from people and cause more unwanted litters. Make sure you also have a decent job and be able to feed and nurse the cat post-surgery.
There's also pet insurance companies around which you can claim back a percentage of what you pay, if you have a policy. If you really love your pets, you can help them out financially.
Some feral cats can learn to trust humans again given time and patience with a quiet room. They will wind up showing more love than domestic cats. But the main thing is Snip for ferals also.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
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