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Dementia affects us in more ways than one, and more of us than we realise.
That’s why this September, thousands of Kiwis will joining Memory Walks to show their support for all those living with dementia.
Will you join us this World Alzheimers Month?
Where & When:
Dargaville: … View moreDementia affects us in more ways than one, and more of us than we realise.
That’s why this September, thousands of Kiwis will joining Memory Walks to show their support for all those living with dementia.
Will you join us this World Alzheimers Month?
Where & When:
Dargaville: Countdown Carpark on Victoria St at 10 am on Saturday 21st September
Kaitaia: Community House on Puckey Ave at 10 am on Saturday 21st September
Kerikeri: walking either the Domain Loop or the Waterfall Walk from 11 am on Saturday 21st September
Whangarei: below Basin Bridge at 10 am on Sunday 22nd September
Register today at alzheimers.org.nz
Let’s make dementia top of mind.
EV talk magazine reported recently that EV registrations already exceed the target of 16,000 for the year 2019. While it is obviously good news to reach this year's target 4 months early, the target of 32,000 EVs for 2020 will be much harder to achieve, since the EV adoption rate has now … View moreEV talk magazine reported recently that EV registrations already exceed the target of 16,000 for the year 2019. While it is obviously good news to reach this year's target 4 months early, the target of 32,000 EVs for 2020 will be much harder to achieve, since the EV adoption rate has now settled at a linear rate of about 500 to 600 vehicles per month, rather than doubling each year, which would be required to meet the last two targets set by the previous government and reach 64,000 EVs by the end of 2021.
Switching our vehicle fleet to electric is one of the few low-hanging fruit in our transition to a low-emissions economy, because it could remove about 17% of all our greenhouse gas emissions. While EVs don't make as much sense in many other countries, particularly those with a high percentage of electricity generated from fossil fuels, NZ is uniquely positioned to benefit big time from the switch. Our electricity generation from renewable sources has already reached 85%, and our average fossil fuel efficiency is dismal (9.5 litres/100km, compared to 4.9 litres/100km in the EU). Thus every EV in NZ that replaces a fossil-fuel car makes a much bigger positive contribution, compared to most other countries.
Of course, even an EV is still a car on the road and contributes to congestion, so we need not just cleaner, but also less cars overall. I for one hope that I've already purchased my last owned car ever, and I am looking forward to car sharing schemes, like the ones already established in Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland, where I can just summon a suitable car for a fair fare whenever I need one.
Hi Neighbours,
As part of Stuff's Quick! Save the Planet project, we are contacting every candidate in every council race to ask a series of questions about climate change. We're also asking them all for a short position statement on climate change issues.
We'll publish the … View moreHi Neighbours,
As part of Stuff's Quick! Save the Planet project, we are contacting every candidate in every council race to ask a series of questions about climate change. We're also asking them all for a short position statement on climate change issues.
We'll publish the results of our survey on a special section, in time for when ballot papers start arriving in mailboxes at the end of next week.
If you're standing as a council candidate, please answer Stuff's climate change survey.
To find out more, click here
The Bachelor of Humanities awaits you!
Meet Sharlene Peri (Te Uri o Tai, Tainui) who shares “Studying at Awanuiārangi felt like being at home on my marae. It is welcoming, the facilities are exceptional (the library is incredible!) and it became a safe space to learn and grow.
I wanted a … View moreThe Bachelor of Humanities awaits you!
Meet Sharlene Peri (Te Uri o Tai, Tainui) who shares “Studying at Awanuiārangi felt like being at home on my marae. It is welcoming, the facilities are exceptional (the library is incredible!) and it became a safe space to learn and grow.
I wanted a degree that would give me a relevant qualification with which to pursue whānau, hapū and iwi gains. From day one on the Humanities degree programme, I was blown away by the calibre, expertise and knowledge of the lecturers. I also appreciated having the flexibility of choosing a Major in policy or indigenous business”
Study with us in 2020 with noho/block delivery and online learning
We are seeking to understand what people’s experiences have been of trying to find support for family violence in New Zealand.
If you've been impacted by family violence – including being harmed, causing harm, thinking about causing harm, or supporting others in these situations, … View moreWe are seeking to understand what people’s experiences have been of trying to find support for family violence in New Zealand.
If you've been impacted by family violence – including being harmed, causing harm, thinking about causing harm, or supporting others in these situations, we'd love you to complete our anonymous survey and go into the draw to win one of three $50 Prezzy cards.
Your experiences will help us to assist others who are seeking support in the future, therefore we will be very grateful for your thoughts.
Ngā mihi nui.
Over 3000 New Zealand men are diagnosed with Prostate Cancer each year. Paint it blue for our boys by buying a *blue* Resene testpot. We'll donate $1 to The Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand with every blue 60ml testpot sold between 10-25 September 2019. It's that simple!
Here I was defending our youth and our Maori on Northland Politics FB page, I am standing in Okara Ward. I politely corrected another candidates attacks on our youth and Maori. The page owner and admin making the poorly thought out comments blocked me. LOL is it is a hard world this politics. I … View moreHere I was defending our youth and our Maori on Northland Politics FB page, I am standing in Okara Ward. I politely corrected another candidates attacks on our youth and Maori. The page owner and admin making the poorly thought out comments blocked me. LOL is it is a hard world this politics. I have written answers to questions our youth want to answer on this webpage. Click on read more below
Hi neighbours - Northland primary schools have a "screaming need" for more support, a fellow principal says.
With alcohol, drug use and child abuse through many low socio-economic communities, … View moreHi neighbours - Northland primary schools have a "screaming need" for more support, a fellow principal says.
With alcohol, drug use and child abuse through many low socio-economic communities, "teaching primary school children resilience is key to rising above statistics and preparing them to handle what's coming", says Hora Hora Primary School principal Pat Newman.
What do our children need? Is your child's school in "screaming need" of support?
Hi neighbours - a $95 million investment in a 181km rail line between Whangārei and Swanson will stop the north Auckland Line from having to close in the near future.
KiwiRail Group Chief Executive Greg Miller says line improvements "would give more certainty for our customers and will make … View moreHi neighbours - a $95 million investment in a 181km rail line between Whangārei and Swanson will stop the north Auckland Line from having to close in the near future.
KiwiRail Group Chief Executive Greg Miller says line improvements "would give more certainty for our customers and will make rail an option for Northland businesses and exporters to get their goods to market".
Is this a worthwhile investment? Do you think Northland businesses will benefit from this?
It's 2019 but 91% of councils are still male-dominated. Here in Whangarei, our mayor and deputy mayor have had to overcome the stereotype that women don't make good leaders. What do you think? Do women make good leaders? (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication)
Kia ora koutou! I'm Zach, one of the Neighbourly Team!
For Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, we want to encourage our Neighbourly members to use more Te Reo in their neighbourhoods. To help with that here a few questions and answers to use with your neighbours. From simple greetings to asking about … View moreKia ora koutou! I'm Zach, one of the Neighbourly Team!
For Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, we want to encourage our Neighbourly members to use more Te Reo in their neighbourhoods. To help with that here a few questions and answers to use with your neighbours. From simple greetings to asking about rubbish bin collections - we have it covered!
Have a watch and give it a go! www.youtube.com...
Hi neighbours - a Whangārei man has won $1 million and $27,000 one week apart.
He said "he got such a fright that he scanned the barcode another few times to make sure he wasn't seeing anything". He got back in the car, found a quiet place to pull over and had a cup of tea from his… View moreHi neighbours - a Whangārei man has won $1 million and $27,000 one week apart.
He said "he got such a fright that he scanned the barcode another few times to make sure he wasn't seeing anything". He got back in the car, found a quiet place to pull over and had a cup of tea from his flask before carrying on with work.
Have you ever been lucky with the lotto? What would you do if you won?
Hi Neighbours,
You don't need to learn how to speak perfect, formal te reo Māori to help normalise the language of Aotearoa - you can do it one word at a time.
At the end of this three-minute power te reo Māori lesson you'll know five key words and how to use them.
On Friday our … View moreHi Neighbours,
You don't need to learn how to speak perfect, formal te reo Māori to help normalise the language of Aotearoa - you can do it one word at a time.
At the end of this three-minute power te reo Māori lesson you'll know five key words and how to use them.
On Friday our tutor, Anton Matthews, will be live on Stuff at 12.30pm to answer any questions from this week's lessons.
For more lessons, click here
Hi neighbours - Northland's four councils are facing a number of challenges.
What do you think is the most important challenge to focus on? Is there anything missing from the list? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Young aviary raised budgies ready for their new homes. They are not tame. Genders unknown. They have been weaned on soak & sprout seeds mixed with chopped silverbeet/diced apples/grated carrots. They also eat budgie seed. Pick Ups ONLY we are located in Glenbervie.
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