Congratulations, Josh - Distinguished Toastmaster Award
Congratulations are in order for one of our members, Josh Deadman, who recently received the DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster Award).
The DTM represents the highest level of educational achievement in Toastmasters. Josh's journey included 40 speeches, a 2-hour workshop and being a Pathways Guide for 8 clubs in the Wellington and Kapiti areas, as well as a Mentor for our Newtown club.
A sterling effort, Josh - and thanks for all you continue to do for Newtown, and Toastmasters in general!
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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85.5% Yes
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13.4% No
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1.2% 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.