238 days ago

Dementia Thought Leaders Take Centre Stage

Jane Winstone Retirement Village

September was a big month for two Ryman Healthcare dementia advocates, with presentations at two high profile conferences and an interview on TVNZ Breakfast which showcased their research and knowledge.

Dementia Project Specialist Caroline Bartle and Senior Architect Sara McCunnie, who describe themselves as ‘dementia nerds’, revealed their shared passion for their subject as part of Alzheimer’s Awareness month.

Caroline was interviewed by Matty McLean on TVNZ Breakfast last week to discuss the myRyman Life dementia care model and ways in which people can take steps to avoid or delay the onset of dementia.

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20 hours ago

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3 days ago

Rate rises, a bridge - what do you think?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

Double digit rates increases, plans for another river bridge and significant investment into waters infrastructure are all in Taupō’s draft plan for the next decade.

The Taupō District Council will meet on Friday to discuss its proposed draft Long-Term Plan (LTP) for 2024-34 after the council decided to delay its implementation until the end of September.

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5 days ago

Would you sign a petition about Chateau Tongariro?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

Ruapehu District Mayor Weston Kirton is aiming to get an online petition up and running to save the Chateau Tongariro Hotel, which is facing an uncertain future since its closure in February 2023.

The Waikato Times spoke to Kirton ahead of a meeting on Wednesday of Ruapehu District Council which will see his petition on the agenda.

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