1810 days ago

🚧 Major Event Notice: This weekend 25th-27th October

The Team from Whakatāne District Council

This weekend is the Ngāti Awa Te Toki Kapahaka Festival at Rugby Park

The event is expecting 1000-1500 people per day from Friday afternoon through to Sunday. High congestion around this area is expected and parking will be very limited for event patrons as well as users of Whakatane Aquatic and Fitness Centre and War Memorial Hall.

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2 hours ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

Click read more for the full article.

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3 days ago

Poll: Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

I'm sure you've seen it while doing your weekly shop... In fact, it may have even been you.

What do you think about people heading to the supermarket in their pyjamas?

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Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?
  • 14.5% It's fine!
    14.5% Complete
  • 75% It's questionable
    75% Complete
  • 10.5% Other - I'll share below
    10.5% Complete
1898 votes