Threatened native falcon takes to the skies again after eight months of rehab
A poor meal choice landed a threatened native bird in rehab for half of her young life, but this weekend she was finally able to return to the skies.
The young New Zealand falcon – or kārearea – was released by rescuers on the outskirts of Hanmer Springs on Sunday, after eight months recovering at the Marlborough Falcon Conservation Trust in Blenheim.
The juvenile female, daughter of a well-known pair who live in the heart of Hanmer Village, bit off more than she could chew last May, when a small dog caught her eye.
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Christmas Spirit
Went to New World Christmas Eve brought some groceries and as I went to pay a
very kind Lady behind me in the queue reached out and paid for my purchase.
The world still has some wonderful people in it even in these troubled times.
Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
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Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?
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79.9% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
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20.1% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
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