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This month we’re rolling up our sleeves, putting up our hands, and saying ‘YES’ to giving our time and skills to projects that make Aotearoa a better place to live.
As a mostly volunteer led organisation, our members know first hand the value and impact that a single volunteer can make in … View moreThis month we’re rolling up our sleeves, putting up our hands, and saying ‘YES’ to giving our time and skills to projects that make Aotearoa a better place to live.
As a mostly volunteer led organisation, our members know first hand the value and impact that a single volunteer can make in our communities. Imagine then how much can be achieved when several volunteers or even an entire street or neighbourhood decide to work together to achieve the same goal!
Whether you plan to coordinate your own volunteer driven activity, take part in one that’s already been setup, participate in National Volunteer Week (16-22 June), or simply show your own volunteers some extra love this month, know that every bit of effort to give back is a priceless investment in all of our futures.
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Let us know how you’re getting involved this month by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZgetinvolved
Has something of yours been stolen, damaged or lost? You can now report non-emergencies like theft, vandalism, shoplifting and lost property online at 105.police.govt.nz. You can also get updates here on a Police report you’ve already made, or add information to it.
To report any other … View moreHas something of yours been stolen, damaged or lost? You can now report non-emergencies like theft, vandalism, shoplifting and lost property online at 105.police.govt.nz. You can also get updates here on a Police report you’ve already made, or add information to it.
To report any other non-emergency or get advice from Police, simply call 105. Just remember, in an emergency, always call 111. Click here to find out when to use 105.
Last year alone, 427 serious injuries claims were made to ACC because of crashes and driving incidents over this long weekend.
Let's make sure we all arrive alive to where we need to go by following these four simple and proven road safety actions:
- Make sure everyone has their seatbelts on… View moreLast year alone, 427 serious injuries claims were made to ACC because of crashes and driving incidents over this long weekend.
Let's make sure we all arrive alive to where we need to go by following these four simple and proven road safety actions:
- Make sure everyone has their seatbelts on
- Remove distractions and stay focused on driving
- Don’t get behind the wheel if you’ve been drinking or are tired
- Drive at a safe speed for the conditions
With severe and changeable weather forecast for across the country the following winter driving tips are equally important as well.
The only way we can reduce unnecessary road deaths and injuries is by working together to be safe, considerate and alert on the roads. If you spot dangerous driving behaviour or urgent but not life threatening driving incidents you can report it to the New Zealand Police by calling *555 for free from any mobile device.
Have a great long weekend!
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Find out how to create this quick and… View moreGive new pieces a vintage distressed paint effect look with this clever DIY technique.
Rejuvenate old furniture and give it a fresh new look with our favourite Resene colour.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
Give new pieces a vintage distressed paint effect look with this clever DIY technique.
Rejuvenate old furniture and give it a fresh new look with our favourite Resene colour.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and… View moreGive new pieces a vintage distressed paint effect look with this clever DIY technique.
Rejuvenate old furniture and give it a fresh new look with our favourite Resene colour.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
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Each week we answer your burning gardening questions and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend.
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The access road to Franz Josef Glacier Valley has reopened two months after it was extensively damaged during a flood.
The road and the track to the glacier viewing point where damaged when heavy rain hit the area on March 26, also washing out the State Highway 6 bridge over the Waiho River.
… View moreThe access road to Franz Josef Glacier Valley has reopened two months after it was extensively damaged during a flood.
The road and the track to the glacier viewing point where damaged when heavy rain hit the area on March 26, also washing out the State Highway 6 bridge over the Waiho River.
Department of Conservation South Westland operations manager Wayne Costello said DOC and contractors had "worked tirelessly" to get the valley open as quickly as possible.
Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.
Head to … View moreNominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.
Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz for more information.
Rubbish will be left strewn across West Coast beaches unless the Government can stump up more money, the Westland District Council says.
The $300,000 already granted to help the clean-up of 75 kilometres of coast after torrential rainfall and flooding caused the historic Fox Glacier landfill to … View moreRubbish will be left strewn across West Coast beaches unless the Government can stump up more money, the Westland District Council says.
The $300,000 already granted to help the clean-up of 75 kilometres of coast after torrential rainfall and flooding caused the historic Fox Glacier landfill to disintegrate late in March is just not enough, according to Westland mayor Bruce Smith.
He said the council needed at least another $750,000 to continue with the clean-up.
Across the country, close to 50,000 primary, intermediate and secondary school teachers have said they will walk off the job for a one-day "mega-strike".
Education Minister Chris Hipkins, in the lead-up to the strike, said the offer to primary and secondary teachers worth $1.2 billion … View moreAcross the country, close to 50,000 primary, intermediate and secondary school teachers have said they will walk off the job for a one-day "mega-strike".
Education Minister Chris Hipkins, in the lead-up to the strike, said the offer to primary and secondary teachers worth $1.2 billion over four years would not be increased.
To read more, click here
Samoa Language Week is an opportunity for every New Zealander to come together to help protect the stories, cultures and traditions our Pacific languages hold, for the benefit of future generations.
In honour of this month's national campaign, here's some common words you can learn to … View moreSamoa Language Week is an opportunity for every New Zealander to come together to help protect the stories, cultures and traditions our Pacific languages hold, for the benefit of future generations.
In honour of this month's national campaign, here's some common words you can learn to say and use in Samoan while out supporting our young people.
#NSNZsupportingouryoungpeople
Torrential rain is working its way up the West Coast, moving towards settlements still recovering from a severe storm in March.
Westland Civil Defence has already met to discuss the possibility of flooding in the region.
About 50,000 primary and secondary teachers will swap their pens for placards after their two unions rejected a series of pay offers. It will affect hundreds of thousands of students in more than 2000 schools.
To read more, click here
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Karamea Area School students used their strike time on Friday to plant flax and cabbage trees to help restore wetland areas.
Organiser Jimmy Daamen, a year 11 student, says they decided to strike because they wanted the "governments of the world to take more action to provide a safe climate … View moreKaramea Area School students used their strike time on Friday to plant flax and cabbage trees to help restore wetland areas.
Organiser Jimmy Daamen, a year 11 student, says they decided to strike because they wanted the "governments of the world to take more action to provide a safe climate future for our generation and future generations to come".
"The New Zealand Government in particular needs to be more ambitious with its Zero Carbon Bill to fit the 11-year time frame before our climate effects on the planet become irreversible," he says.
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