New reporter for the North Shore
Hi neighbours, my name is Caroline and I'm going to be covering news on the North Shore temporarily while our other reporter works on another project.
A bit about me: I moved to Auckland from Palmerston North in 2018 to cover news for the Rodney Times. I've been on Stuff's breaking news team since early 2019. I live in Albany and will split my time between Stuff's Ponsonby and Takapuna offices. I enjoy writing about crime, social issues and anything funny, weird or wacky.
If there is anything you think Stuff should be reporting on or investigating, I'd love to hear from you. Feel free to message me via Neighbourly, Facebook (link below) or flick me an email at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz
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 wouldnโt 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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84.6% Yes
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14% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP ๐ Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 8-10 Penzance Road, Mairangi Bay
Join us for a fun filled afternoon of learning & practising your English skills. Every Wednesday our church runs a English Conversation Group 1pm - 2.30pm. No skill level required to attend. ๐Everybody welcome! Stewart & Raewyn are the hosts & make learning fun. Easy parking ๐๐outside the door. A gold coin donation appreciated, but not necessary to go towards the cost of running the classes. Pencil us in your diary....hope to see you there! Cheers Helen ๐
ENGLISH CHAT GROUP ๐ Forrest Hill Church, 151 Forrest Hill Road, Forrest Hill
Do you need help learning English? ๐ Every Monday we run our English Chat Group. There are 2 sessions. Its up to you, attend both or choose one that is convenient for you ๐The morning session is 10am - 12pm and the evening session is 7pm - 8.30pm. Meet others, join in our conversations, fun & laughter is guaranteed! Tea โ๏ธ๐ช & biscuits provided at both groups. Easy parking outside the door. We welcome anyone and bring a friend if you wish. A gold coin ๐ชdonation greatly appreciated to cover costs, but not necessary. See you there! ๐ Cheers Helen