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Some years ago my husband and I organised housing for the homeless, alcoholics, drug addicts and their families in W.A. We started women's and children's (girls) refuges in Western Australia and corresponding independent refuges for fathers and (sons). We also rented 10 houses at a time … View moreSome years ago my husband and I organised housing for the homeless, alcoholics, drug addicts and their families in W.A. We started women's and children's (girls) refuges in Western Australia and corresponding independent refuges for fathers and (sons). We also rented 10 houses at a time for those who we had assisted to become sober. Over 10 years, as well as drying out the majority of alcoholics and drug addicts that we housed over that period, both my husband and I were honoured with awards including the Young Australian of the Year Award. The WA government paid out appox $8,000,000 for buildings and infrastructure to continue the project and we left to shift with our five children New Zealand, where I was born. The numbers cared for over the ten years were approximately 20,000.
Recently I have done intense research and writing on natural cures and find there are so many cures for so many people, it is entirely ridiculous not to use the benefits of nature and logic, rather than chemical experiment and funerals.
I read a very recent article on natural supplements and the NHS Bill and I would be interested in speaking with Beverley Aldridge (the author) who cares, in my opinion, to fight for peoples rights and lives. If she, or anyone else interested in the freely available use of supplements or natural products would like to ring me on 022 136 1898, I would be pleased to meet with them.
Pandora Young
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Don't worry - this post is not about smelly socks or effluents. I'm only trying to raise some awareness regarding a very little-known and therefore often-ignored problem - being allergic to perfumes, fragrances, after-shaves, air fresheners and other good-smelling scents. … View moreHi Neighbours
Don't worry - this post is not about smelly socks or effluents. I'm only trying to raise some awareness regarding a very little-known and therefore often-ignored problem - being allergic to perfumes, fragrances, after-shaves, air fresheners and other good-smelling scents. My poor wife is suffering from that condition, and it has had quite an impact on our personal and social life.
At home we try to live fragrance-free, which is not as easy as it sounds, because there is not much choice when it comes to scent-free products. We can get most of what we need from ecostore, but in some areas there is just no suitable product available. For example we're still hunting for a fragrance-free shaving cream for myself, so that I don't have to leave our house for the next two hours after each shave, until the perfume wears off.
Shopping in stores and pharmacies with a perfume department or just being in rooms or spaces that use air freshener has become quite tough. Working with other people in a shared space, visiting with friends and neighbours, attending events or meetings, or going out for dinner or to the movies has also become a problem because unfortunately many people use scents quite liberally. Most perfumes are actually designed to be used sparingly, because they are quite potent, and only to be applied to certain areas of your skin, the so-called pulse points. But over time, as you become accustomed to your favourite scent, you might actually start using more and more of it, particularly if you measure the amount by or own ever-increasing threshold when you can smell it on yourself. You should only ever notice someone else's perfume when you're getting close to them, but many people are actually trailing a cloud of scent that you can still smell long after they've left or passed you. Here is a good article about how to apply perfume efficiently:
www.wikihow.com...
In some countries, like the United States and Canada, scent-related allergies are already well understood and recognised, but in New Zealand there seems to be very little understanding or sympathy for that kind of condition at present, because my wife is often facing astonishment, incomprehension, or even ignorance when she explains her problem. Hopefully this little article is helpful to increase people's awareness of it and maybe even prompts the odd person to become a bit more mindful of their scents and use of scented products.
Thanks for reading, and for those of you who are interested to learn a bit more, here is a collection of links to articles that show that I'm not making this stuff up:
www.stuff.co.nz...
www.womensweekly.co.nz...
www.nzherald.co.nz...
en.wikipedia.org...
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The DHL New Zealand Lions Series 2017 is inching closer and tickets to New Zealand Provincial Barbarians v The British & Irish Lions at Toll Stadium on Saturday 3 June 2017 are ON SALE today!
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The weather is warming up and so is the weekend event scene. Something unique this weekend to check out is Te Kowhai Print's Printapalooza II, supported through WDC's Creative Communities Scheme Fund.
To find out about Printapalooza II - see tkpt.org...
To find out about Council's… View moreThe weather is warming up and so is the weekend event scene. Something unique this weekend to check out is Te Kowhai Print's Printapalooza II, supported through WDC's Creative Communities Scheme Fund.
To find out about Printapalooza II - see tkpt.org...
To find out about Council's funding and grants - see www.wdc.govt.nz...
What are your plans for the weekend?
Do you dare? Check out Northland Youth Theatre's "Fright Night" tonight and Saturday night at the Quarry Arts Centre. Details on the poster.
Northland Youth Theatre is supported through council's community funding scheme.
We wish everyone a safe Halloween but we need to remember that not everyone wants to be part of Halloween celebrations.
For some older people Halloween can be a frightening and scary time so here are some helpful tips so everyone can enjoy themselves and come away with fond memories:
- Make … View moreWe wish everyone a safe Halloween but we need to remember that not everyone wants to be part of Halloween celebrations.
For some older people Halloween can be a frightening and scary time so here are some helpful tips so everyone can enjoy themselves and come away with fond memories:
- Make it a family affair and go trick or treating with your kids or a group from your neighbourhood.
- Call your neighbours in advance to make sure it’s okay to call in to trick-or-treat
- If you don’t want trick-or-treaters calling print or make a sign for your letterbox or window saying no thanks. (New Zealand Police have had downloadable signs)
- If you are a trick-or-treater, respect the people who have a sign asking for you to stay away
- Keep your lights on and guests outside
- Keep your eye out for your older family members, friends and neighbours this Halloween and make sure we all get to enjoy the celebration.
Remember you can help make this a great celebration for your family and community and a great opportunity to connect with your older neighbours.
If you want to go one step further Age Concern New Zealand would like to encourage all Kiwis to sign up to their Dignity Champion Campaign to show a commitment to breaking down ageism and stereotypes and encouraging dignity and respect for older people.
Become an Age Concern Dignity Champion www.ageconcern.org.nz... this Halloween and involve and celebrate the older people in your lives.
2pm every Wednesday @ 14 Hannah Street...
Do your shopping, enjoy a catch up with friends and relax to gentle yoga stretch to finish your day in town!
No experience necessary - all levels catered for.
For more info contact: RedThreadYoga@yahoo.com or text 0212084167
All welcome :)
It's not too late to nominate a business in your community for a Vodafone Local Business Award! Nominate one today to given them (and yourself!) a chance to win great prizes.
Whether it's your favourite builder or baker, café or cleaner, barista or barrister - if they're local, … View moreIt's not too late to nominate a business in your community for a Vodafone Local Business Award! Nominate one today to given them (and yourself!) a chance to win great prizes.
Whether it's your favourite builder or baker, café or cleaner, barista or barrister - if they're local, we want to hear about them. We're proud to be recognising and celebrating outstanding Kiwi businesses in every corner of New Zealand.
Nominate your favourite business now and you’re in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards!
The theme for Flying Frog Kids Yoga at Parua Bay on Monday 31 October is Halloween!
Each week we have a fabulous new theme ... to inspire and engage the kids ...
All kids welcome no experience necessary Monday's at 3.15pm 253 Pataua South Road Parua Bay...
For more info contact: … View moreThe theme for Flying Frog Kids Yoga at Parua Bay on Monday 31 October is Halloween!
Each week we have a fabulous new theme ... to inspire and engage the kids ...
All kids welcome no experience necessary Monday's at 3.15pm 253 Pataua South Road Parua Bay...
For more info contact: RedThreadYoga@yahoo.com or text 0212084167
The theme for Flying Frog Kids Yoga at Parua Bay on Monday 31 October is Halloween!
Each week we have a fabulous new theme ... to inspire and engage the kids ...
All kids welcome no experience necessary Monday's at 3.15pm 253 Pataua South Road Parua Bay...
For more info contact: … View moreThe theme for Flying Frog Kids Yoga at Parua Bay on Monday 31 October is Halloween!
Each week we have a fabulous new theme ... to inspire and engage the kids ...
All kids welcome no experience necessary Monday's at 3.15pm 253 Pataua South Road Parua Bay...
For more info contact: RedThreadYoga@yahoo.com or text 0212084167
I have a few of these very cute pumpkin lights for sale that I'd love to se used this Halloween. Please contact me if you are interested.
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Make a plan with your family that includes what you’ll do if you can’t get home, who can help you and who in your neighbourhood might need your help. www.happens.nz...
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