854 days ago

FREE Family History Training

Garry from Red Beach

FREE Beginners Family History Course
Want to know what happened to Great Aunt Maude?
Who inherited all her money $$$$$ ?

This course will give you all the tools to do family History research at home in your own time, and quite likely solve this and other mysteries!
And it can help you to connect with lost part relatives.
This course takes 4 sessions to complete and is held at Whangaparaoa Library. The course details are:
Mon 13 June
Wed 15 June
Mon 20 June
Wed 22 June
Time 10.00am – 12.00 pm each day in the library Pohutukawa Room.

Numbers are strictly limited for this popular course. Registration details can be sent to the Course Tutor, Garry Phillips

Email to: genealogy.training.nz@gmail.com or phone (021 902715) for a Course Outline and questions.

The course is run by the Hibiscus Coast Branch of NZ Society of Genealogists.

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2 hours ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

Evelyn Page 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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10 days ago

Poll: What special qualities should a 5-star New Zealand airport hotel at our largest international airport have?

Pullman Novotel

Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport is New Zealand’s only 5-star airport hotel, given its incredibly close proximity to the airport, the convenience of walking to the airport is a major highlight but there are plenty of other features that make it special. Find out more

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What special qualities should a 5-star New Zealand airport hotel at our largest international airport have?
  • 5.6% Unmatched runway views with a private lounge
    5.6% Complete
  • 45.6% Exceptional service from arrival to departure
    45.6% Complete
  • 4.4% Gourmet dining featuring New Zealand's finest, celebrating Te Ao Māori kai
    4.4% Complete
  • 38.1% A soundproof oasis with all desired amenities
    38.1% Complete
  • 6.3% Māori culture reflected throughout, creating an architectural marvel
    6.3% Complete
270 votes
3 hours ago

The PICKERS

Kayleen from Orewa

A Big Thank You to Colin! 🍋🌿

We're incredibly grateful for your generous donation of gorgeous lemons, parsley, and kale to The PICKERS! These fresh, vibrant goodies are now being shared and enjoyed across our beautiful community. 🌱✨
Your kindness helps keep the ripple of positivity going—thank you for being part of something special! 💚

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