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Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View moreLong-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.
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Kia ora neighbours. A Northland principal says schools could be left with no choice but to send children home from school if the shortage of relief teachers gets any worse. How would you feel if your school did that?
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Outgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.
"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."
New … View moreOutgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.
"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."
New Zealand has one of the simplest pension schemes in the world - all you have to do is be old enough and have lived in the country long enough and you can get it.
But that also makes it expensive - about $14.5 billion this year. Jobseeker benefits, by comparison, cost just $1.7b and sole parent support $1.08b.
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The designers and tradesmen working at INTECH Designer Kitchens have been passionately transforming spaces and coming up with new innovative storage designs for homes and offices for many years. INTECH Designer Kitchens is happy to help you create the design you have always wanted.
We offer a … View moreThe designers and tradesmen working at INTECH Designer Kitchens have been passionately transforming spaces and coming up with new innovative storage designs for homes and offices for many years. INTECH Designer Kitchens is happy to help you create the design you have always wanted.
We offer a wide variety of professional cabinetry design and supply services. Including, kitchens, wardrobes, laundry's, bench tops, splash-backs, shop fitting, custom made cabinets, installation and more.
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Police say a high number of fatalities this year involved methamphetamine or cannabis and they fear numbers will continue to rise. What do you think? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication)
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One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View moreOne of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and smoked cheese and chilli nachos.
So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
All parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential … View moreAll parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential mental health issues in later life.
Since 2008 we’ve seen a 60% surge in sporting injuries among under 14s. This is twice that of any other age group.
We’ve talked with the experts to discover how to maintain Kiwi kids’ sporting balance, and how you can help them reach their potential:
One myth about kids sport every parent should know https://acc.nz/2QxTIro
Five ways to help your kids find sporting balance: https://acc.nz/2XitMT5
So many doses of influenza vaccine have been given out this year that nationwide stocks are about to run out, just a week into the flu season.
To ensure those most in need can get the vaccine, the ministry is asking GPs and pharmacists to closely manage their stock levels and only vaccinate those … View moreSo many doses of influenza vaccine have been given out this year that nationwide stocks are about to run out, just a week into the flu season.
To ensure those most in need can get the vaccine, the ministry is asking GPs and pharmacists to closely manage their stock levels and only vaccinate those who are eligible for publicly funded vaccines.
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ACC data suggests that an increasing number of kids are injuring themselves on the sports field, with a 60% surge in sports-related injuries for kids aged 10 to 14 over the past decade.
In this month's magazine, we've got a special competition. We're looking for a houseplant hero! We're already seeing some amazing early bird entries, but perhaps your collection is even better? Let's see! Click through to find out how to enter.
Kia ora! Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi is one of 3 Wānanga nationwide providing positive educational pathways with a Kaupapa Māori philosophy.
Our campus in Whangarei is located at 12A Murdoch Crescent, Raumanga Heights offering te reo Māori programmes and marae-centred courses throughout… View moreKia ora! Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi is one of 3 Wānanga nationwide providing positive educational pathways with a Kaupapa Māori philosophy.
Our campus in Whangarei is located at 12A Murdoch Crescent, Raumanga Heights offering te reo Māori programmes and marae-centred courses throughout Te Tai Tokerau including Kai Oranga, Te Pou Hono and Community Education.
We are pleased to also offer fee-free programmes (conditions apply).
If you are looking for study options locally we’d love to hear from you!
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