Free seminar on macular degeneration
Hi everyone, please don't take your vision for granted. Macular Degeneration is an age-related eye disease, affecting 1 in 7 people above the age of 50, and it is the leading cause of blindness in New Zealand!
There is a free talk on Sunday, 13 February from 2 - 4 pm at Suncourt Hotel & Conference Centre (14 Northcroft Street, Taupo) by ophthalmologist Dr. B. Mulenga. She will share the latest information on treatments and the management of macular degeneration. Bring your friends and family to this free educational seminar.
To register, visit www.mdnz.org.nz... call 0800 MACULA (622 852) or email info@mdnz.org.nz
Please note that under the Under the current COVID-19 Protection Framework, all attendees will need to have a My Vaccine Pass which will be verified before allowing to enter the venues. Face coverings may be required and we always encourage the wearing of them.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.4% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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20.1% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.8% Keep it as is
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32.7% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.5% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
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What is seen in the middle of March and April that can't be seen at the beginning or end of either month?
Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.
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What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
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