Daffodil Day activities
The daffodil, symbol of, is an icon of hope, not just for people with cancer, but for the Cancer Society itself. The Cancer Society receives no government funding and therefore relies heavily on the public’s generosity.
Friday 31st August is Daffodil Day - the Cancer Society's annual fund-raising appeal and the majority of the money raised will be used to support families in our community who are affected by cancer - counselling, home visits, transport to medical appointments, various support groups, etc.
Over 650 people in Taranaki are diagnosed with cancer annually. Who will YOU wear your daffodil for?
Daffodil Duck Race – Sunday 26th August at 2pm down the Huatoki Stream. Ducks cost $100 each. Prizes to be won as well as spot prizes. For more details contact Melissa ph. 06 757 3006 or email melissa.callaghan@cancercd.org.nz
Cycle of Hope – Friday 31st August around the mountain. All cyclists are encouraged to participate, whether for the whole distance, relays, or whatever legs of the route are convenient. It’s not a race! For more information email Joel Dodd joel.dodd001@msd.govt.nz
ANZ is proud to be the principal sponsor of Daffodil Day - this year will be our 28th year supporting this cause!
We will be hosting a gala dinner and quiz followed by a live charity auction to be held at the Novotel on Friday 17th of August at 6pm. Tickets cost $100 p.p.
To purchase tickets please visit www.hobsonhotel.co.nz/events/anz-gala-dinner
With YOUR help we can make a difference in Taranaki.
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84.8% Yes
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13.8% No
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1.4% 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.
Baroque Spring Concert, Methodist Centre, Sunday November 24th, 4pm
Taranaki's Baroque Ensemble, 'I Barrochi' will be presenting their Spring concert on Sunday 24th November at 4pm. The programme includes Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No.4 with soloists Adam Jasinski (violin), Barbara Mitchell (recorder) and Jocelyn Beath (flute). Students of Amanda Henry will play some Baroque pieces on the grand piano, followed by Soprano soloist Janey Mackenzie singing Bach's Cantata 'Ich habe genug' accompanied by the Baroque Ensemble.
Complimentary afternoon tea and coffee, Koha appreciated.
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