Opportunities – Study Awards!
The Nelson Soroptimist Education Trust offers up to 20 awards for female students each year. These are for women of any age who are New Zealand citizens or permanent residents living in the Top of the South Island (Nelson, Tasman, Marlborough) and facing financial hardship in commencing, continuing or completing any form of tertiary study or apprenticeship.
Full time and part-time students may apply for financial support to enrol in a course of academic study or practical learning that will improve their employment prospects or help achieve a change to better their professional, business or trades career.
Check your eligibility by requesting an application form - email nsetscholarships@gmail.com
Applications close 31 January. Awards are paid in March.
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.9% Yes
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21.6% No
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1.5% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.