Take A Step Today For World Refugee Day ππ
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 #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
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PUHINUI ROAD PAPATOETOE
Fully furnished
$200 For single person
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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 wouldnβt 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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85.1% Yes
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13.8% No
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
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Kia Ora Neighbours,
Does it bring you joy to know that the items you donated are being cared for and cherished by someone else?π₯Ήπ
Do you feel pleased knowing that youβve made a difference by not adding more waste to the environment? π₯°πΏ
We have all types of thrifters visiting our store π From eager kids looking for accessories to add to their science project π©π½βπ¬to teachers looking for resources to encourage creative flowing ideas π§π»βπ«Groups of friends excited to dress up for their bestieβs Hens Night π₯³ to the avid crafter who has incredible talent turning simple stamps into mind blowing coastersπ
Our collectors community and families who love to pop in and say hi and remind us of how this store is a special place for themπ₯Ή
Looking for a one-of-a-kind π gift? We are putting out new donations daily, so pop in as you never know what you may just findπ
We are always on the receiving side!πββοΈ
Please choose us to donate your clean, safe pre-loved items toπ€π«
Your donations allow us to continue the wonderful work we set out to doπ
Our mission is to improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and enhancing community resilience.
β€οΈThank you for your ongoing support, we appreciate youβ€οΈ
We can also organise collections for heavier items, just ask us how on βοΈ (09)622-1565 or email us at:
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