Let’s talk about death, dying and funeral arrangements
Hi - I’m Jim from Grinter’s Funeral Home in Cambridge and I’d like to talk to you about the journey of life. There are certain topics that are often overlooked, yet essential to address. One such topic is funeral arrangements. While it may seem uncomfortable or even morbid to consider, pre-planning your funeral is a wise and caring decision that provides numerous benefits for both you and your loved ones.
- Pre-planning your funeral allows you to take control of your final farewell and ensure your wishes are respected.
- It relieves your loved ones of the emotional burden of making funeral decisions during a time of grief.
- Pre-plannning and pre-paying provides financial peace of mind by alleviating the burden of funeral costs on your loved ones.
- Involving your family in the process fosters open communication, deeper understanding, and connection.
- Personalising the ceremony reflects your unique life journey and leaves a lasting legacy.
- It provides peace of mind, emotional support, and the opportunity for an authentic celebration of your life.
Contact the Grinter’s Funeral Home team for assistance in pre-arranging and/or pre-paying your funeral - we’re happy to work with you and your family or download your free copy of our Pre-arrangement form.
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.8% Yes
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14.6% No
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2.6% Other - I'll share below
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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4.6% Second half of November
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43.6% 1st December
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17.8% A week before Christmas
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33% Whenever you wish
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
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