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For 29 years Len Francis has brought Christmas to life for countless Hawke's Bay kids, but this month the 85-year-old will don his red and white suit one last time.
Over the last three decades Francis has dressed as Santa for the end-of-year celebrations at Arthur Miller School in Taradale. … View moreFor 29 years Len Francis has brought Christmas to life for countless Hawke's Bay kids, but this month the 85-year-old will don his red and white suit one last time.
Over the last three decades Francis has dressed as Santa for the end-of-year celebrations at Arthur Miller School in Taradale. He also served as Santa for 20 years at Puketapu school, along with nursing homes and the odd kindergarten.
Laughter is the key to a long career in nursing for Hawke's Bay woman Cath Hellyer who began work five decades ago.
On Thursday Hellyer celebrated her 50th year working for different iterations of Hawke's Bay District Health Board with no plans to leave the job just yet.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
5. Look out for them
Look out for your neighbours this holiday season. Be mindful that Christmas can be a tough time for some older people, especially those who live alone. Small gestures of kindness can make this time much easier for older people who may be lonely.
Hi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene … View moreHi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products. It's our Christmas gift to you! Offer runs until 31 January 2017.
For sale some things. Ask me about price. The price is negotiable. Sofa-$100, vinyl chair $50, bar stools $15 each, urns big $150, smaller $140, electric kettle $5, wedding candles $35 each, fish decorating $40, shelf $10, dining chairs $30each.
Only used for 6 months, immaculate condition, hardened glass screen protector (no scratches) on and a Moohie charging case (rechargeable battery pack in the case) No scratches or marks etc.
All original packaging - please note i do not have the head phones, but have a charger for phone.
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. … View moreWhen eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?
Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
I noticed we are getting closer to 2000 members in Havelock North and a great 3675 in nearby neighbourhoods. How about a huge push to hit 2000 in Havelock North or 6000 in total? We are at 5555 in the combined areas.
Do you think we can make it by the new year? I reckon we can if we all try … View moreI noticed we are getting closer to 2000 members in Havelock North and a great 3675 in nearby neighbourhoods. How about a huge push to hit 2000 in Havelock North or 6000 in total? We are at 5555 in the combined areas.
Do you think we can make it by the new year? I reckon we can if we all try hard.
Check the map (It's in Invite) in your area and talk to your neighbours, family and friends. Ask them if they are members, if not offer to email them an invite or give them your invite code to join. Send your family invites. Post it on Facebook or Twitter or add it as a signature to your everyday emails or txt messages. If you give out Christmas cards you could even write it in the cards.
Lets see if we can hit the big numbers by 2017!
Cute little kittens are rampaging all over Frimley Park, just waiting for our technology-savvy children to track them down.
Magical Park is a virtual reality game aimed at six to 11-year-olds, similar to the Pokemon Go game for children and designed to be used in urban parks to encourage greater … View moreCute little kittens are rampaging all over Frimley Park, just waiting for our technology-savvy children to track them down.
Magical Park is a virtual reality game aimed at six to 11-year-olds, similar to the Pokemon Go game for children and designed to be used in urban parks to encourage greater use of parks and physical activity.
People are being asked to stick to Waimarama Beach and avoid swimming in the Puhokio Stream after high levels of E. coli were found in water samples. These indicated excessive amounts of faecal matter, either animal or human in the water. Hastings District Council has put up signage along the … View morePeople are being asked to stick to Waimarama Beach and avoid swimming in the Puhokio Stream after high levels of E. coli were found in water samples. These indicated excessive amounts of faecal matter, either animal or human in the water. Hastings District Council has put up signage along the stream to warn against swimming and is investigating the potential causes of contamination.
If you're planning on heading away over the Christmas period, there are a few things you can do to make sure you're protecting your home. Which step do you think is the most important?
Hastings Baptist Church - Cnr Karamu Road South & Lyndon Road East - next door to the council building.
If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older people this Holiday Season.
4. Pop over with a jar of jam or pickles or your favourite recipe.
This will give you a good opportunity to have a chat. Maybe you will learn something about your neighbour that you don’t already know. This social connection can be a great chance to explore traditions and share memories.
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