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Have you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.
This newsletter also includes some … View moreHave you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.
This newsletter also includes some good advice on how to keep up your hydration and stay safe and cool this summer.
The cost of living in New Zealand is rising rapidly fuelled by high interest rates and increasing food costs.
How does this affect your household for the most costly season?
Share your thoughts in the comments below. Some may be used in our We Say You Say column in the local papers - add NFP … View moreThe cost of living in New Zealand is rising rapidly fuelled by high interest rates and increasing food costs.
How does this affect your household for the most costly season?
Share your thoughts in the comments below. Some may be used in our We Say You Say column in the local papers - add NFP if you wish your reply to be exclu
Wings Over Wairarapa is sharing some love with locals during December.
From now until 31 December, if you live in South Wairarapa, Carterton or Masterton you can visit Masterton or Martinborough i-SITEs and purchase tickets at a special locals rate. Proof of address by way of rates bill, or … View moreWings Over Wairarapa is sharing some love with locals during December.
From now until 31 December, if you live in South Wairarapa, Carterton or Masterton you can visit Masterton or Martinborough i-SITEs and purchase tickets at a special locals rate. Proof of address by way of rates bill, or utilities bill, or similar, will be required.
So get your tickets NOW for this international-class event happening over 24 - 26 February next year.
Your General Admission Local Ticket includes a small programme per ticket. Children 4 years and under are free, no matter what!
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Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.
We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View moreMeeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.
We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.
For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
If you live with someone allergic to dust mites, mould, pollen, pet hair or any one of the hundreds of allergens in household products, clean is not enough. A house needs to be extra-clean and allergen-proof to help make allergy sufferers as comfortable as possible. The alternative is sneezing, … View moreIf you live with someone allergic to dust mites, mould, pollen, pet hair or any one of the hundreds of allergens in household products, clean is not enough. A house needs to be extra-clean and allergen-proof to help make allergy sufferers as comfortable as possible. The alternative is sneezing, wheezing, coughing and watery eyes, all brought on by the presence of irritants that you can keep at bay with some extra attention.
Here’s how to get on top of some common irritants at your place:
1. Use allergy-friendly products
• Avoid using aerosol sprays as they are a common trigger for asthma sufferers. Even if you’re not standing near anyone, the high-pressure mist that the aerosol omits means the contents can spread a long way.
• Try to use environmentally-friendly products – what’s good for the environment is often better for us too.
• Avoid using products that contain harsh chemicals like ammonia, formaldehyde and sodium lauryl sulphate. Hunt out products that are free from these irritants or make your own natural cleaning products.
2. Keep a dust-free bedroom: It’s the dust mite droppings that many people react to (and news that there is dust mite poo in our bedding causes a reaction in the rest of us!). To keep bedding really clean, you will need to wash all bed linen regularly, preferably weekly. A man-made fibre like polyester is less likely to trap dust than natural fibres like cotton or linen.
Use a hypoallergenic mattress topper, duvet inner-cover and pillow protector and wash these at least monthly and replace them annually.
Keep stuffed animals to a minimum and wash those that remain regularly. Pull the bed out and vacuum underneath at least once a week, preferably daily. Don’t forget to dust side tables and vacuum underneath those as well.
3. Vacuum daily: Wooden or tiled floors are much easier to keep dust-free, but if you have carpet, a daily vacuum, especially in bedrooms, is a must. Use a vacuum cleaner made especially for allergy-sufferers – most will be fitted with HEPA filtration and powerhead.
Make sure you vacuum around the skirting boards and in crevices and vacuum around all beds at least twice. Empty canisters or vacuum bags regularly, sealing the bag well before disposal.
4. Use an air purifier: Even if you are taking the precautions outlined above, there will still be plenty of dust in your house – in fact some studies show that air pollution such as allergens and pollutants can be present in higher levels inside the home than outside! Air purifiers work to filter the allergens and pollutants from the air and improve the air quality.
5. Empty bins daily: The rubbish bin can omit toxins without you even realising, and they are a breeding ground for mould and germs. Empty bins every evening and disinfect with a hospital grade solution before lining with a plastic bag.
6. Beat doormats every day: Pollen and dust are tracked into our home constantly. Make sure you have a doormat on the outside and inside at every entry point to your home and shake these out regularly. Vacuum each indoor mat when you do your daily vacuum run. It’s a good idea to place a mat in the doorway of an allergy-sufferers bedroom for extra protection. Better yet, leave shoes outside.
7. Inspect for mould weekly: Mould is a common allergy trigger and its present absolutely everywhere. Don’t give it a chance to breed – wipe away small mould patches as soon as you find them with a paper towel and throw the paper towel in an outside bin. You can use a solution of three cups of water to five drops of Oil of Cloves (find it at your pharmacy) in a spray bottle to kill mould spores and prevent mould from growing.
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Paper tickets are leaving the station. 🚊
From 31 December 2022, 10-trips and off-board single trip tickets won’t be sold at ticket offices or retailers. However, you can still pay on-board with cash.
Our last garage sale for 2022 is just in time for you to grab a bargain gift! Shop sustainably this Christmas - we have lots of good quality, second-hand items for sale, and local stallholders with all sorts of wares. With household goods, plants, books, toys and more, there is something for … View moreOur last garage sale for 2022 is just in time for you to grab a bargain gift! Shop sustainably this Christmas - we have lots of good quality, second-hand items for sale, and local stallholders with all sorts of wares. With household goods, plants, books, toys and more, there is something for everyone!
Tea, coffee and home baking available, make a morning of it!
Everyone is welcome to attend a special unveiling ceremony of a new artwork in Martinborough on Wednesday morning (7 Dec).
Join others at 8am to witness the event which formally gifts a hīnaki and tuna sculpture created by talented Wairarapa artists Sam Ludden and Violet Edwards-Hina, to the … View moreEveryone is welcome to attend a special unveiling ceremony of a new artwork in Martinborough on Wednesday morning (7 Dec).
Join others at 8am to witness the event which formally gifts a hīnaki and tuna sculpture created by talented Wairarapa artists Sam Ludden and Violet Edwards-Hina, to the Waihinga Centre.
The artists will be there to explains the korero behind the sculpture/weaving.
Destination Wairarapa is excited about the event and encourages everyone to attend for a memorable and moving experience.
Nau mai, haere mai.
A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.
The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled … View moreA report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.
The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled ‘‘On The Brink’’ outlines the urgent need to address pay parity for GP nurses and doctors, beef up workforce numbers and improve funding allocations for practices with the hopes that this makes heatlhcare more accessible in the community.
Are you noticing delays in getting GP appointments or long waits at after-hours care?
Any comments below may be shared in your local paper's We Say You Say column.
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How to make your own Christmas terrarium painted in Resene.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Northland Toy Library will open for returns only as the Church Fair is on. We will have a stall at the fair selling secondhand toys.
We will be open for borrowing and returns on Saturday 10th December.
Breathe new life into an old children’s toy with a fun new look using only Resene testpots! Find out how to create your own.
Tēnā koe
Ngā mihi o te wā ki a koutou katoa.
The year is coming to an end but there are still exciting things happening at the National Library.
Come see our newly opened exhibition The long waves of the ocean: New responses to Pacific poems in our main gallery.
We have our final … View moreTēnā koe
Ngā mihi o te wā ki a koutou katoa.
The year is coming to an end but there are still exciting things happening at the National Library.
Come see our newly opened exhibition The long waves of the ocean: New responses to Pacific poems in our main gallery.
We have our final Public History Talk for this year on Wednesday 7 December with Paul Diamond speaking about his acclaimed new book Downfall: The destruction of Charles Mackay.
Later that day you can also attend the showing of This is New Zealand. This short film, produced for Expo ’70 in Osaka Japan, has been recognised as a landmark production by the UNESCO Memory of the World Aotearoa New Zealand Trust.
We are planning some fabulous events for 2023. One of the first will be the D. F. McKenzie Memorial Lecture on 31 January. This year the lecture will be given by Professor Tom Mole, author The secret life of books (2019). More details about this, and other events, will be on the National Library website soon.
The Library will close early at 1pm on Friday 23 December. We look forward to welcoming you back when we re-open on Monday 9 January 2023.
Many of our events are recorded. You can browse our available recorded events on our website and enjoy them at your leisure.
Meri Kirihimete, me ngā mihi aroha mō te tau hou e tū mai nei.
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Summertime: Readings from favourite stories
Friends of the Dorothy Neal White Collection
Celebrate summertime at the last Friends of the Dorothy Neal White Collection event for 2022. Committee members will read summery pieces from some of their favourite books, old and new. Join the committee for seasonal drinks and nibbles before the readings.
Date: Monday 5 December 2022
Time: 5:30pm for drinks and nibbles; readings from 6pm to 7pm
Cost: Koha from non-members appreciated
Venue: Programme Rooms, Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor
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Downfall: The destruction of Charles Mackay
Public History Talk
Paul Diamond's new book Downfall: The destruction of Charles Mackay examines the startling ‘Whanganui Affair’ of 1920, when the mayor Charles Mackay, shot a young gay man, D'Arcy Cresswell. The affair and subsequent events reveal the perilous existence of homosexual men at that time and how society conspired to control and punish them.
Date: Wednesday 7 December 2022
Time: 12:10pm to 1pm
Cost: Free
Venue: Taiwhanga Kauhau Auditorium, Lower Ground Floor or online via Zoom. Please visit our website to register for this event.
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This is New Zealand screening
UNESCO Memory of the World
This is New Zealand was produced for the Expo ’70 in Osaka Japan by the National Film Unit and is now recognised as a landmark production by the UNESCO Memory of the World Aotearoa New Zealand Trust. Take a look at the full feature on the big screen in the National Library Auditorium.
Date: Wednesday 7 December 2022
Time: 4pm to 4.30pm
Cost: Free
Venue: Taiwhanga Kauhau Auditorium, Lower Ground Floor
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The long waves of our ocean: New responses to Pacific poems
For this exhibition, early-career artists Sione Faletau, Ayesha Green, Turumeke Harrington, Ana Iti, Sione Tuívailala Monū, Ammon Ngakuru and James Tapsell-Kururangi have created new artworks made in response to a selection of poems by Alistair Campbell, Keri Hulme, J. C. Sturm, Hone Tuwhare and Albert Wendt. These artists and writers address Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa in its varied and shifting roles, engaging with fictions and histories and encouraging us to inhabit new perspectives.
Date: Showing Saturday 26 November until Saturday 27 May 2023
Time: Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm; Saturday – 9am to 1pm
Cost: Free
Venue: National Library Main Gallery, Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor
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He Tohu audio and Sign Language Guides
Discover the He Tohu Audio and Sign Language Guides at the National Library of New Zealand. Come and explore He Tohu in one of seven languages; English, Te Reo Māori, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, French, German and NZ Sign Language.
Date: Available now
Time: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; Saturday 9am to 1pm
Cost: Free
Venue: Pick up your He Tohu audio tour device and headphones from our staff at Waka (reception), Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor.
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He Tohu
Permanent exhibition
He Tohu is a permanent exhibition of three iconic constitutional documents that shape Aotearoa New Zealand.
Time: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; Saturday 9am to 1pm. Plan your visit to He Tohu.
Cost: Free
Venue: Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor
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He Matapihi Molesworth Library
Wellington City Libraries
In partnership with Wellington City Council, this central library service is now open on the ground floor of the National Library. Pop in to borrow Aotearoa books for adults and children, or speak with staff about joining to use online services. Come in and check it out.
Time: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; Saturday 9am to 1pm
Venue: He Matapihi Molesworth Library, Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor
A progressive disease
I wasn’t an overweight child, but from as young as 5 years I can recall comparing myself unfavorably with two painfully thin twins in my dance class and thinking that was what I was supposed to look like. I’m not sure how I got the idea that I should be very thin.
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