Could you be our next Regional Matchmaker?
If you have 2/3 hours a week to spare and want to give back to your local community – then we have the perfect role for you!
We are looking for Regional Community Coordinators for GrandFriends NZ (Surrogate Grandparents New Zealand Charitable Trust CC54933). We are a small but growing national charitable organisation that connects families and grandparents for long lasting friendships and family bonds, and we need you to help us continue to grow.
Click the link below to find out more and to apply.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.5% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
Make a hearty dish. Take just half a minute. Add four parts of kestrel. Then just add one. What have you made?
(Trev from Silverdale kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Trev!)
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!
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Age Concern Wellington presents Emotional and Mental Wellbeing workshop
A collaboration between Age Concern Wellington Region and the Catholic Social Services.
To strengthen the emotional and mental wellbeing of adults who are adapting to experiences of change, loss and grief in their lives.
Small group programme.
Suggested donation: $15 to help cover materials. Spaces are limited.
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