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Full disclosure : the Lauren in this situation is my first cousin.
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I was at her wedding in January, in Reporoa, NZ.
Her Australian husband returned to the UK to finish up his affairs (of the non-adulterous kind), booked to return to NZ later in March, and resume life as part … View moreFull disclosure : the Lauren in this situation is my first cousin.
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I was at her wedding in January, in Reporoa, NZ.
Her Australian husband returned to the UK to finish up his affairs (of the non-adulterous kind), booked to return to NZ later in March, and resume life as part of our family, and start their own family.
Then along came Covid, and now he is stuck in England and INZ will not allow him to return as he does not have a partnership visa, which Australian partners have never needed before, but now suddenly do. By the time you work out that you need one, you can't get one. There was a time in NZ where being legally married meant something, apparently not anymore.
If you think INZ is being a dick, please consider signing this petition by Oct 4 to support Lauren, our family, and anyone else who may be in this dire situation:
www.parliament.nz...
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Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small … View moreHi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small towns do you think deserve more visitors than they get? Please remember your comment may be included in an article unless you state that you don't want it to be. Cheers.
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Bowel cancer can strike at any age. Each year about 3,000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with the disease and more than 1,200 will die. That’s as many as breast and prostate cancer combined. But it is treatable – and beatable – if detected early enough.
Last night I put some veges on to cook, got distracted, and forgot to turn them down. The result was a burnt pot! I remembered seeing a note about burnt pots in my mother's hand written recipe and helpful hints book, so I pulled the old book out and found it. It was simply to soak the pot in … View moreLast night I put some veges on to cook, got distracted, and forgot to turn them down. The result was a burnt pot! I remembered seeing a note about burnt pots in my mother's hand written recipe and helpful hints book, so I pulled the old book out and found it. It was simply to soak the pot in tea leaves. So I cleaned the burnt food out of the pot, put hot water in along with a teabag, and left to soak over night. I was pleasantly surprised as the pot cleaned up easily this morning. I thought it was worth sharing as most households have teabags readily on hand.
Hi neighbours,
Disability advocates welcome new accessible development which could pave the way for further housing projects.
Do you think there is enough housing for people with access needs?
Thinking of studying in 2021 but unsure where to start?
Find out why MIT is the right choice for you. Come and talk to our experienced subject experts and enjoy free food, interactive activities, games and lots more. There will also be on-site tours for our newly opened … View moreThinking of studying in 2021 but unsure where to start?
Find out why MIT is the right choice for you. Come and talk to our experienced subject experts and enjoy free food, interactive activities, games and lots more. There will also be on-site tours for our newly opened purpose-built engineering and trades facility, MIT Technology Park (TechPark).
12 September
10am-12pm at MIT Manukau, cnr of Manukau Station Rd and Davies Ave.
Win a MacBook Air*
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A positive case of COVID-19, has seen a short term return to Alert Level 3.
In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances, compassionate grounds, or birthing partners, family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital.
Compassionate or exceptional … View moreA positive case of COVID-19, has seen a short term return to Alert Level 3.
In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances, compassionate grounds, or birthing partners, family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital.
Compassionate or exceptional ground could include a family member to support:
● A patient through end of life care;
● Someone who has been in hospital for a long time
● A child in hospital
● Women giving birth in a maternity facility
Whaanau who want to visit a patient need to request this in advance. The decision will be made by a lead clinician.
You can stay connected with your loved ones by calling, emailing or texting them.
For information and contact details for all our sites visit:
www.countiesmanukau.health.nz
Hundreds of jobs have been promised as the Government opens a major new rail project in Auckland. D…
This week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.
Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow… View moreThis week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.
Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and make a feeding station for native birds. Plus go in the draw for strawberry packs from Tui and copies of NZ Gardener’s August issue.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
If you’re thinking about retrofit double glazing, whether it is timber or aluminium we can retrofit both. Get your free measure and quote here and our local consultants can walk you through the process with a tailored solution to suit your home. Or call us on 0800 658 658.
Hi neighbours, a year ago, Olivia Clark didn’t think she would get to celebrate another Christmas or birthday with her young daughter.
Now, after four open-heart surgeries, Luna is “absolutely thriving”.
Since the launch of our #backyourbackyard campaign it's been so heartening to hear from the tourism operators our content has helped. We still have so many incredible stories left to tell, but we also want to hear more from you - what inspires you, what is important to you, and what would you … View moreSince the launch of our #backyourbackyard campaign it's been so heartening to hear from the tourism operators our content has helped. We still have so many incredible stories left to tell, but we also want to hear more from you - what inspires you, what is important to you, and what would you like to see from us at Stuff Travel? Please take our survey, and share it with others, the more input we have the better we can do. And thanks to the lovely folks at Hawke's Bay Tourism we’ve also got a luxurious giveaway for two as a way to say thank you for your time and input.
Kia ora, neighbours!
When scrolling through the newsfeed what catches your eye? Chances are it's a colourful, striking image filled with all things Neighbourly. They say a picture tells a thousand words, so use your image-ination and show your neighbours. To create an outstanding post, … View moreKia ora, neighbours!
When scrolling through the newsfeed what catches your eye? Chances are it's a colourful, striking image filled with all things Neighbourly. They say a picture tells a thousand words, so use your image-ination and show your neighbours. To create an outstanding post, follow these simple steps:
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Kia Orana! This week is Epetoma ō te reo Māori Kūki ’Āirani – Cook Islands Language Week.
Dive into the range of content we’ve prepared, including featured collection items from books to fish to plants. Read about a recent mystery solved, and a story from our Online Cenotaph. Colour … View moreKia Orana! This week is Epetoma ō te reo Māori Kūki ’Āirani – Cook Islands Language Week.
Dive into the range of content we’ve prepared, including featured collection items from books to fish to plants. Read about a recent mystery solved, and a story from our Online Cenotaph. Colour in some tropical fish, and watch a video that teaches you simple words and phrases in Cook Islands Māori. And of course, see the Museum illuminated in blue, red and white.
There’s something for everyone. Ei mua tātou, enjoy!
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