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In neighbourhoods across New Zealand, kids are looking forward to a Christmas that may not happen.
Forced to choose between food or bills, hard-working parents like Melody worry whether they’ll be able to provide even the simplest Christmas meal for their children.
“I’ll only eat dinner… View moreIn neighbourhoods across New Zealand, kids are looking forward to a Christmas that may not happen.
Forced to choose between food or bills, hard-working parents like Melody worry whether they’ll be able to provide even the simplest Christmas meal for their children.
“I’ll only eat dinner 2-3 times a week so that the children have enough food. This is very stressful… a lot of crying and minimal sleep.”
Food insecurity is the everyday reality for 98.8% of the families Variety helps.
Please donate today to provide grocery support for families like Melody’s this Christmas.
A good picture can be worth a thousand words. This picture by Andrew Gorrie and caption (It's a bit wet in Wellington) sums up the last week or so in Wellington nicely.
"This is the start of a new stage of life for many people, and there are lots of changes that go with it. As you embark on this new journey, it's important to create or review your will as your assets change and, more often than not, your will needs to be updated to reflect any … View more"This is the start of a new stage of life for many people, and there are lots of changes that go with it. As you embark on this new journey, it's important to create or review your will as your assets change and, more often than not, your will needs to be updated to reflect any changes." Greg Coyne Principal Trustee in Nelson had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently as part of our Later Life campaign.
We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .
We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll … View moreWe at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .
We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll find a bunch of opportunities to give to Kiwis in need.
100% of your purchase goes directly to your charity of choice, and if you’ve been wondering what to give someone this year, a Kindness Store gift might be the perfect solution!
Just pick, click, and ‘Give Now’ – we’ll get it to the charity for you. Easy.
With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.
In case you or someone in your house tests positive and … View moreWith more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.
In case you or someone in your house tests positive and needs to isolate, have food, medications and supplies available. Make a plan with neighbours, friends or whānau to support each other.
If you need more help to manage at home, you can also access a COVID-19 welfare line on 0800 512 337
Find tips here
It has been a wet few days and the Riverbank Carpark is currently closed for the third time in the last few days.
Rain is forecast to ease by 2pm, which coincides with high tide, and the council is not expecting the river level quickly.
If you haven't already, you can sign up to the text … View moreIt has been a wet few days and the Riverbank Carpark is currently closed for the third time in the last few days.
Rain is forecast to ease by 2pm, which coincides with high tide, and the council is not expecting the river level quickly.
If you haven't already, you can sign up to the text alert service by sending your name and number to 027 782 3388
The picture was taken last week.
Stuff Ltd's recent support for Age Concern Wellington Region's Christmas appeal has been invaluable:
"Age Concern also experienced a burst of new interest and donations after we wrote about Rick Johnston and Denis White, who have been buddied up through Age Concern's visiting … View moreStuff Ltd's recent support for Age Concern Wellington Region's Christmas appeal has been invaluable:
"Age Concern also experienced a burst of new interest and donations after we wrote about Rick Johnston and Denis White, who have been buddied up through Age Concern's visiting service. Johnston takes 82-year-old White out to lunch or to Mitre 10, or works in his backyard.
'But the best outcome has been the 35 volunteers signing up to help deliver social connection services to older people in our communities,” said Stephen Opie, chief executive of Age Concern Wellington. “We’re always needing more volunteers, so this has been a great response for us.'"
Read full article here: www.stuff.co.nz...
Thank you Stuff ! #OurWellington #seniors #HCC #PoriruaCityCouncil #ageconcernwelilngtonregion #donate
There has been a lot of submissions for Pet of the Day lately. Thanks for all your cute photos and here is a bonus from Jani McCarthy of her much loved cat. It would be great to get some dogs.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent … View moreThere has been a lot of submissions for Pet of the Day lately. Thanks for all your cute photos and here is a bonus from Jani McCarthy of her much loved cat. It would be great to get some dogs.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to…spin to win FREE FUEL!
Christmas is right around the corner, so we’re spreading the Christmas cheer with wicked fuel savings to be won – just in time for your summer roadies.
Head to spinformoolah.co.nz and give our online wheel your best … View moreIt’s the most wonderful time of the year to…spin to win FREE FUEL!
Christmas is right around the corner, so we’re spreading the Christmas cheer with wicked fuel savings to be won – just in time for your summer roadies.
Head to spinformoolah.co.nz and give our online wheel your best spin to grab some Moolah to use on your next ‘appy purchase.
Plus, head to our Facebook page to check out our 12 days of ‘appiness for your chance to win even more awesome goodies.
Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.
Look in our stores or online and … View moreBetter products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.
Sustainable shopping for every whanau.
Words and picture from Louise Thomas. Forest and Bird recently did a story on spoonbills, noting their numbers are increasingly rapidly.
"We have royal spoonbills/kōtuku ngutupapa (Platalea regia) a plenty at home on the Hutt River, but I love the concentric rings made by the sand on a bend … View moreWords and picture from Louise Thomas. Forest and Bird recently did a story on spoonbills, noting their numbers are increasingly rapidly.
"We have royal spoonbills/kōtuku ngutupapa (Platalea regia) a plenty at home on the Hutt River, but I love the concentric rings made by the sand on a bend at the Waikanae River mouth. This chap looks busy on official business."
The Government is moving to make it much harder to buy cigarettes. People born after 2009 could become New Zealand’s first-ever smokefree generation, in a policy move that is expected to bring $5 billion in health savings.
On Thursday, Associate Health Minister Ayesha Verrall announced a radical… View moreThe Government is moving to make it much harder to buy cigarettes. People born after 2009 could become New Zealand’s first-ever smokefree generation, in a policy move that is expected to bring $5 billion in health savings.
On Thursday, Associate Health Minister Ayesha Verrall announced a radical and world-leading plan to ban tobacco sales to a generation, as well as lower the nicotine level in all tobacco products and drastically reduce number of places that can sell them, through the new Smokefree 2025 action plan.
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"I was a stray before coming to SPCA. I am now searching for my forever home. I am a big sweet natured boy. I would love a home with a female rabbit to be friends with. I will need a secure outdoor pen for daytime and an indoor space for night so I can be a part of the family."
For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.
You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a … View moreFor many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.
You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a little certainty to those struggling right now. Sponsor a Christmas Box today.
Loved this submission by Juls Ashworth from Paraparaumu.
"I've attached some pics of our gorgeous puss Rusty aka Moomoo , Gingakat, Annoying Orange, Garfield, Garfy, Rustburger...Rusty is about 12 and a half years old and definitely rules our household...She has never spent a night … View moreLoved this submission by Juls Ashworth from Paraparaumu.
"I've attached some pics of our gorgeous puss Rusty aka Moomoo , Gingakat, Annoying Orange, Garfield, Garfy, Rustburger...Rusty is about 12 and a half years old and definitely rules our household...She has never spent a night outdoors and can be found during the day snoozing in the most unexpected spots. She is totally ginger which apparently is unusual for a girl? We adore her 🧡😻."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.
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