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Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?
The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.
Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims … View moreGot 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?
The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.
Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims to make NZ a more supportive, inclusive and understanding place for people living with dementia. It only takes 20 minutes to become a Dementia Friend.
The good news is you can help people with dementia to live well. Even in the smallest of actions help. Learn more about how you can help.
Join Dementia Friends today.
Not sure what is happening?? I have questions and hopefully someone will know the answers.
1) Will a bulldozers come soon and straight the nice wandering walking track?
2) Orange paint makings cutting the corners.
3) Should the community be notified before straightening a walking track?
… View moreNot sure what is happening?? I have questions and hopefully someone will know the answers.
1) Will a bulldozers come soon and straight the nice wandering walking track?
2) Orange paint makings cutting the corners.
3) Should the community be notified before straightening a walking track?
4) Is the straitening for cycles?
5) What happens to the many people who love walking thru the bush walk, will they now become second class to bikes?
6) Many cycles give way at present (THANKS) however some spoil it for the rest. they speed past and without any warning.
Over many years there was talk about concrete cycle track/path, that appears they charge to stones/scoria which I would prefer. There has been many large trees cut down on the "corner cuts" knowing this was coming. I'm disappointed because I did ask when the trees were cut down and some damage to the point they died. I know my questions back then were realistic concerns. It appears now they are not bypassing the hill however looks like some large trees will be cut down in that process?.
Are you happy with the bush walk or a straighten cycle track?
I do cycle I'm not against cyclist, I love the bush and walking my dogs. Can we have both? or will cyclist need to fit in with walkers?
Glad some maintenance is going to happen. Not happy with the straightening.
Thanks Tony Gill
Margaret Davis will translate Te Reo Māori and English into NZ Sign Language at the Matariki at Hihiaua festival tomorrow, in what is believed to be a NZ first. Watch the video and share what you think. (Please put NFP if your comments are not for publication)
Allie has gone missing again can u help been gone for about a month now pls if u see her let me no miss her terribly 💔😢😢 missing from old Parua Bay Rd
Bring the best of the 70s to your vase collection with this retro-inspired colour scheme in a mix of Resene colours.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
Along with landline phones and bar soap, top sheets are allegedly an "endangered species".
It's a topic of discussion that crops up every year or so and in some places, using a top sheet when you make your bed is almost unheard of. What's your preference?
To read more, … View moreAlong with landline phones and bar soap, top sheets are allegedly an "endangered species".
It's a topic of discussion that crops up every year or so and in some places, using a top sheet when you make your bed is almost unheard of. What's your preference?
To read more, click here
Hello
We have bagged totara firewood for sale ready for burning. This totara wood is burning well in our fire and has been under cover for 4 months and been fallen 12 months ago so all wood is dry.
We can deliver bags as well for a bit extra and can do discounts for 6 bags or more.
These Bags are … View moreHello
We have bagged totara firewood for sale ready for burning. This totara wood is burning well in our fire and has been under cover for 4 months and been fallen 12 months ago so all wood is dry.
We can deliver bags as well for a bit extra and can do discounts for 6 bags or more.
These Bags are easy to lift and and mean you can bring your wood inside easy as well
pickup is by the mobil station tikipunga and contact numbers are
021-910-669 or 09-437-7337
Cheers
Around the world, communities, schools, businesses, groups and people from all walks of life are taking big and small steps in solidarity with refugees. This World Refugee Day, we challenge everyone in New Zealand to join together and take a step to make a difference.
You can take part in the … View moreAround the world, communities, schools, businesses, groups and people from all walks of life are taking big and small steps in solidarity with refugees. This World Refugee Day, we challenge everyone in New Zealand to join together and take a step to make a difference.
You can take part in the #StepWithRefugees campaign, where participants will collectively walk, run and cycle 1 billion miles - the distance refugees cover each year to reach safety, by adding your steps here: stepwithrefugees.org...
Another option is to volunteer with the New Zealand Red Cross as a Refugee Support Volunteer. Volunteers help families start again, while teaching them about New Zealand culture and connecting them with people from the community.
For anyone based in the Wairarapa, Masterton Neighbourhood Support has a programme called 'WeConnect' that matches new residents from diverse backgrounds including refugees to a local buddy. If you're interested in volunteering or supporting the programme in other ways you can email Masterton Neighbourhood Support Area Coordinator, Cathy Cameron, at: cathy@connectingcommunities.org.nz
Burnsco is recalling all batches of Outwell brand Bamboo Dinner Set 4 Persons – Iris Blue. Testing has identified that melamine in the product may migrate into food and drink. The levels of migration are above that considered acceptable for products containing melamine.
Package size and … View moreBurnsco is recalling all batches of Outwell brand Bamboo Dinner Set 4 Persons – Iris Blue. Testing has identified that melamine in the product may migrate into food and drink. The levels of migration are above that considered acceptable for products containing melamine.
Package size and description: Sold as a 12 piece set in a cardboard box.
Sold at: Burnsco stores throughout New Zealand, online through Trade Me.
Like cyanamide, melamine contain nitrogen and can be toxic at high levels.
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In the US last year, Mom's Organic Market founder and CEO Scott Nash did something many are afraid to do: He ate a cup of yoghurt months after its expiration date. And then tortillas a year past their expiration date.
"I mean, I ate heavy cream I think 10 weeks past date," says … View moreIn the US last year, Mom's Organic Market founder and CEO Scott Nash did something many are afraid to do: He ate a cup of yoghurt months after its expiration date. And then tortillas a year past their expiration date.
"I mean, I ate heavy cream I think 10 weeks past date," says Nash, "and then meat sometimes a good month past its date. It didn't smell bad. Rinse it off, good to go."
It was all part of his year-long experiment to test the limits on food that had passed its expiration date.
To read more click here
Northland District Health Board has launched an urgent plan to turn around low measles vaccination numbers, in light of outbreaks across the country. What do you think? (Please put NFP in your comments if they are not for publication)
Across Aotearoa we have amazing tamariki and rangatahi who come through our programmes and experience inspiring transformation journeys.
Paris from the Bay of Plenty recently caught up with Sun Live to discuss her journey and the positive impact that Project K has had on her life.
Kei runga noa … View moreAcross Aotearoa we have amazing tamariki and rangatahi who come through our programmes and experience inspiring transformation journeys.
Paris from the Bay of Plenty recently caught up with Sun Live to discuss her journey and the positive impact that Project K has had on her life.
Kei runga noa atu koe Paris! Thank you for inspiring us and leading the way for other rangatahi across the country!
Learn more about Paris' story here: bit.ly...
Almost a quarter of young people say the older generations should help first-home buyers into the property market, a new survey shows.
Westpac NZ polled 1000 people about their opinion on parents assisting their children into their first homes.
It found widespread acceptance of the idea: More … View moreAlmost a quarter of young people say the older generations should help first-home buyers into the property market, a new survey shows.
Westpac NZ polled 1000 people about their opinion on parents assisting their children into their first homes.
It found widespread acceptance of the idea: More than half the parents said they would loan money interest-free and only 38 per cent would expect it to be paid back.
To read more, click here
Time's running out. Nominations for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards are closing in 1 month.
Don't let the special women in your communities miss out on the recognition they deserve.
Nominate now!
Hi neighbours, the surfer who died after a medical event at Sandy Bay last Friday has been named as Peter James Christie, 58, from Ruakaka. Thoughts are with all who knew him.
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