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While Jill Murphy was sitting at a cafe down with her partner and two-year-old daughter, a woman at the next table sighed loudly and said in a dismayed tone: "People want to go out and enjoy their food, you know. They don't want to have to put up with children."
She wrote in her … View moreWhile Jill Murphy was sitting at a cafe down with her partner and two-year-old daughter, a woman at the next table sighed loudly and said in a dismayed tone: "People want to go out and enjoy their food, you know. They don't want to have to put up with children."
She wrote in her opinion piece that she felt guilty for ruining everyone's lunch. To read more about her experience, click here.
So we want to know your views on young children in cafes and restaurants. Take part in our poll below! If you've got a view on this topic, share it with us in Stuff Nation.
Over 135, 000 kiwi kids are living in households without basic food in the house. And 4 in 10 families that live in poverty are the working poor. This means many New Zealanders struggle to put food on the table at Christmas.
Since 2001, we have delivered almost 100,000 Christmas Boxes to … View moreOver 135, 000 kiwi kids are living in households without basic food in the house. And 4 in 10 families that live in poverty are the working poor. This means many New Zealanders struggle to put food on the table at Christmas.
Since 2001, we have delivered almost 100,000 Christmas Boxes to families in need throughout New Zealand. By giving $30, you can help us to bring over 15,000 boxes of food to kiwi families this Christmas. 100% of your donation goes directly to feed a family.
This year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special… View moreThis year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special family meal is out of reach.
Instore you can purchase a $10 voucher, which will gift a toy from sponsors Hasbro or Mattel to the value of $25, or you can purchase a gift and leave in the donation boxes provided.
Head in-store to share the Christmas joy.
Here comes Christmas!
Do you know how to keep your finances in check over the festive season?
For many of us, Christmas and the festive season can quickly burn through our cash. But with some clever planning and an open mind, you can avoid finding yourself in a financial hole before the new year … View moreHere comes Christmas!
Do you know how to keep your finances in check over the festive season?
For many of us, Christmas and the festive season can quickly burn through our cash. But with some clever planning and an open mind, you can avoid finding yourself in a financial hole before the new year rolls around.
Join Rosa Chow for FREE tips on socking away some extra cash before Christmas rolls around.
Day: Friday
Dates: 9, 16 & 23 November
Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Venue: All Saints’ Community Centre, 30 Cook Street, Howick, Auckland
Cost: No charge
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Hello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We … View moreHello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We were absolutely inundated with offers - and we're SO SORRY if we've missed anyone, or haven't gotten back to you - please get in touch again - email me - sam@neighboursday.org.nz.
Road Trip Itinerary - neighboursday.org.nz...
We're hitting the road in the lead up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As we drive across the country we’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand. These interactive workshops are for anyone planning a Neighbours Day Event, or supporting other people.
Come along, share ideas, and get the support you need to put on a great Neighbours Day Aotearoa event!
Check out our Road Trip page for a list of our confirmed destinations and scheduled workshops, be sure to check back soon as we confirm further workshops. Also! Don't forget to follow us on Facebook to follow our facebook live updates as we hit the road!
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Hi neighbours,
Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?
Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?
We want to know… View moreHi neighbours,
Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?
Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?
We want to know your opinion on the debate. To share your views in Stuff Nation, click here.
Lance Lochner is helping Aucklanders get from A to B safely as leader of Auckland Transport’s Operation Centre’s (ATOC) public transport surveillance team.
MECOSS is putting out a call to the community, for contributions of Christmas cards (home-made or store-bought), penned with anonymous hand written messages for someone to enjoy this Christmas.
Why this? Unfortunately there are senior folk living in our community who do not receive cards or … View moreMECOSS is putting out a call to the community, for contributions of Christmas cards (home-made or store-bought), penned with anonymous hand written messages for someone to enjoy this Christmas.
Why this? Unfortunately there are senior folk living in our community who do not receive cards or visitors during the festive season.
Tips: Have fun being creative; Make sure your writing is legible; Fill your message with love; Please keep the envelope unsealed.
Collection box: Has been set up in the foyer of the All Saints’ Community Centre, 30 Cook Street, Howick, and you can drop them off every day between 8:00am and 4:00pm until Friday, 7 December.
Then before Christmas, the Sending Love organisation will distribute the cards you've crafted, to people in our community who’re elderly and living alone, or who're confined to an age-care facility.
More drop-box locations can be found at www.sendinglove.co.nz...
#sendinglovenz #MECOSS
New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with … View moreNew Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with their chicken in a canvas bag ... and suddenly, you've got a real serious case for poor food hygiene."
Food safety expert Steve Flint said it was a valid concern. Read more here
There are almost twice as many tūī around Patumahoe today thanks to a predator eradication programme that ran between 2012-2017.
Police are making inquiries after a support tent was broken into at the Auckland Super Sprint event in Pukekohe overnight.
Tools and a support vehicle were stolen in the burglary.
Anyone with information can contact Counties Manukau Police on 09 261 1300 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 … View morePolice are making inquiries after a support tent was broken into at the Auckland Super Sprint event in Pukekohe overnight.
Tools and a support vehicle were stolen in the burglary.
Anyone with information can contact Counties Manukau Police on 09 261 1300 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Hi neighbours,
The Auckland night sky is set to sparkle once again with the return of Guy Fawkes on November 5th - but not everybody is looking forward to it.
An Auckland horse owner is asking for people to consider their rural neighbours this year, after her horse was previously spooked by … View moreHi neighbours,
The Auckland night sky is set to sparkle once again with the return of Guy Fawkes on November 5th - but not everybody is looking forward to it.
An Auckland horse owner is asking for people to consider their rural neighbours this year, after her horse was previously spooked by fireworks and injured her jaw on a fence. To read more, click here.
So we want to know your thoughts on fireworks. Do you think the private sale of fireworks be banned? Or are you all for it. Let us know your thoughts in the replies.
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“If we hadn’t qualified for the state house, my life would have been quite different in terms of what I wanted to do with my sport, and especially my education.”
Quality, stable housing helps New Zealanders like Darcy fulfil their potential. Watch his story to find out more.
If you're celebrating Guy Fawkes this year, remember to find a public display or keep fireworks in your backyard – don't let off fireworks in public places such as parks or beaches, where the activity is banned.
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