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1562 days ago

2020 Volunteer of the Year Award - COMMENDATION

Heather Moore from Volunteering Waikato

Volunteering Waikato would like to congratulate Philip Coles who received a Commendation in the 2020 Volunteer of the Year Awards.
It is not uncommon for Phillip to spend up to 160 hours a month in service to the Cambridge and Te Miro communities in a number of roles. He is a dedicated and passionate advocate for the Cambridge area and sets a great example for others to follow. Philip was nominated by the team at Destination Cambridge NZ.
Well done Philip... enjoy your night out at Alpha Street Kitchen & Bar. You have certainly earned it!
Click the READ MORE button to see the announcement of this award!

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More messages from your neighbours
1 day ago

Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

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Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
  • 43.2% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
    43.2% Complete
  • 56.1% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
    56.1% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
935 votes
10 hours ago

Neighbourly challenge: Who can solve the daily riddle?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I have a crown but am not a king.
I'm prickly on the outside but sweet within.
What am I?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

Want to stop seeing riddles in your newsfeed?
Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.

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2 days ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

Click read more for the full article.

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