Retiring on a budget isn't easy - so we helped
Budgeting on any given day can be a nightmare. When you are retired and trying to make a living on your pension it can become increasingly difficult getting those bills paid, purchasing all the necessities and trying to live your life too.
As life is becoming more and more expensive, Acacia Cove Village called in the expertise of Papakura Budgeting Services. At no cost, these amazing people will sit down with you, to help you prioritise your expenses, and even mediate between you and debtors. The insight that their knowledge brought to our residents was incredible. We hope to welcome them back for some one-on-one time with individual residents.
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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85.6% Yes
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13.3% No
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
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