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2309 days ago

Poll: Should the NZ Wars be made compulsory?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Kia ora neighbours,

Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was debated.

But one debate is still ramping up - should the New Zealand Wars become a compulsory part of the curriculum? What do you think? Take part in our poll below!

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Should the NZ Wars be made compulsory?
  • 33.6% Yes, it's an important part of our history
    33.6% Complete
  • 39.5% It should be taught, but shouldn't be compulsory
    39.5% Complete
  • 13.1% No, I'm against the idea
    13.1% Complete
  • 13.8% I'm for both te reo and the wars to be compulsory
    13.8% Complete
2408 votes
2309 days ago

Couple desperate to fall pregnant before unwell mum passes away

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Blair Stewart and Del Revell have encountered a string of family tragedies over the past six years. The final blow was when Del's mum was diagnosed with two types of cancer and given just months to live. The couple have had two failed attempts at IVF treatment, and are desperate to give … View moreBlair Stewart and Del Revell have encountered a string of family tragedies over the past six years. The final blow was when Del's mum was diagnosed with two types of cancer and given just months to live. The couple have had two failed attempts at IVF treatment, and are desperate to give Del's mum a grandchild before she passes.

2309 days ago

Community invited to see plans before safety work starts

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Community invited to see plans before safety work starts on SH1. Safety improvement work is about to start on State Highway 1 (SH1) between Wellsford and Warkworth, through the Dome Valley.

Before work gets underway the community has an opportunity to view the plans for the road and talk to the … View more
Community invited to see plans before safety work starts on SH1. Safety improvement work is about to start on State Highway 1 (SH1) between Wellsford and Warkworth, through the Dome Valley.

Before work gets underway the community has an opportunity to view the plans for the road and talk to the project team.

The planned work includes safety barriers being installed to help stop head-on crashes, shoulders widened making it safer for motorists to pull over, and several intersections will be improved. More information of where the events are planned here: www.scoop.co.nz...

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2309 days ago

Are you interested in ageing and women's health?

Sue Coleman - Wellness Educator

It is my privilege to bring women's healthy ageing researcher Dr Wendy Sweet into our Northland communities to share her knowledge.

In 2009 I was the NZ Fitness Life Award winner trainer of the year and part of Dr Wendy Sweets' research on how to motivate clients and create change. … View more
It is my privilege to bring women's healthy ageing researcher Dr Wendy Sweet into our Northland communities to share her knowledge.

In 2009 I was the NZ Fitness Life Award winner trainer of the year and part of Dr Wendy Sweets' research on how to motivate clients and create change. As a wellness educator and passionate advocate for the health of women in Northland, it is my honour to bring you this meaningful education and research to Kaikohe, Kerikeri and Whangarei.

Tickets are limited so book online now to avoid missing out ($25 each).
Get your tickets here!

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2310 days ago

Teachers paying for students needs

Annette Lambly-Robinson Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Do you know of any teachers who are forking out for students out of their own pockets?

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