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2001 days ago

Climate Change: Its Effects on Aotearoa and the South Pacific

Kylie from Hutt City Libraries

Hutt City Libraries is pleased to be hosting a panel discussion looking at the effects of climate change in the Hutt Valley and wider region.

Lower Hutt War Memorial Library, 2 Queens Drive
Thursday 11 April, 6:30pm

Join moderator Dr. James Renwick (2018 winner of the Prime Minister’s Science Communicator prize) and panellists:
Dr. Tim Naish (Professor in Earth Sciences, Antarctic Research Centre, Victoria University)
Topic: Sea level rise and Antarctic ice

Dr. Judy Lawrence (Senior Research Fellow, Climate Change Research Institute, Victoria University)
Topic: Resilience and adaptation in the Hutt Valley

Dr Pauline Harris (Chair, Society of Māori Astronomy Research &
Traditions (SMART) & Lecturer, Science in Society, Victoria University)
Topic: Ngā Takahuringā ō te ao: The effect of climate change on
traditional Māori calendars

Lisa McLaren (Coordinator of the Zero Carbon Act campaign, Generation-Zero)
Topic: Grassroots activism and the youth-led campaign for a Zero Carbon Act.

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1 day ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 70.4% Yes
    70.4% Complete
  • 26.4% No
    26.4% Complete
  • 3.2% Other - I'll share below
    3.2% Complete
1225 votes
6 days ago

This one was sent in by your fellow neighbour, can you figure it out?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What is first white then red and the plumper it gets the more the old lady likes it?

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.

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5 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?

Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.

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How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
  • 26.8% I love it!
    26.8% Complete
  • 31.1% Only in designated areas
    31.1% Complete
  • 42.1% No, it should be outdoors only.
    42.1% Complete
3346 votes