974 days ago

Nominate environmental heroes from your neighbourhood!

Taranaki Regional Council

Waitara Taiao took home the award for Environmental action in the community for 2020

They were given the Taranaki Regional Environmental award for outstanding advocacy and voluntary effort to protect and restore native biodiversity and te taiao o Waitara.

Do you know a family member, friend, school or community group working to protect our environment? Nominations are open for this year’s Taranaki Regional Council Environmental Awards, which recognise efforts to protect and enhance the environment – at any scale from neighbourhood to regional. Learn more now!
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1 day ago

Staying home over the break?

Toka Tū Ake EQC

The long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:

• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy items that are up high to safer, lower down locations.
• Secure tall and heavy furniture and appliances

These simple actions can keep your whānau safer in case of a big shake, so tick them off and make the most of your break.
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1 day ago

Bob Francis Wins Senior New Zealander Of The Year

Jean Sandel Retirement Village

Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.

Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial development, the arts, aviation, homelessness, conservation and sports.

Bob’s award signifies the sixth time Ryman Healthcare has supported this category of the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, which provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Kiwi seniors who continue to make positive contributions towards the future of Aotearoa.

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3 days ago

Easter Treats

Red Cross Shop New Plymouth

Come in store to Red Cross Gover Street and pick up a few Easter goodies

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