753 days ago

Serious crash in Bay of Plenty

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

One person has now been airlifted to hospital following a crash in Western Bay of Plenty. They are said to be in a critical condition.

About 7:35am, emergency services were called to Te Matai Road in Te Ranga after a single vehicle had collided with a tree.

The Serious Crash Unit is attending and diversions are in place as the road between Mark Road and Pyes Pa Road is now closed. Motorists are advised that the road is likely to be closed for several hours.

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Tauranga Harbour City Lions Book Fair

Helen from Matua

Only three more weeks to get your books in.

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2 hours ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

Click read more for the full article.

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11 hours ago

Can you crack Today’s neighbourhood conundrum?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Without a bridle or a saddle, across a thing, I ride a-straddle. And those I ride, by help of me, though almost blind, are made to see. What am I?

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