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Marsden’s rigorous future-focused learning programme NCEA+ combines NCEA Level 1 and innovative courses, ensuring that students are fully equipped for NCEA Level 2, NCEA Level 3 and life beyond school.
From 2024, Year 11 ākonga will study five traditional subject courses and choose from … View moreMarsden’s rigorous future-focused learning programme NCEA+ combines NCEA Level 1 and innovative courses, ensuring that students are fully equipped for NCEA Level 2, NCEA Level 3 and life beyond school.
From 2024, Year 11 ākonga will study five traditional subject courses and choose from Marsden’s unique NCEA+ offering –– an interdisciplinary course in which students select up to three different subject areas and explore a real-world context where they can work collaboratively, think critically and earn credits on the NZQA framework.
Marsden’s innovative NCEA+ courses successfully equip learners with the 21st-century skills they need to successfully navigate a rapidly changing world.
Louise Thomas posted this picture during a recent trip to Japan. The plover looks very different to what we see in NZ.
"This is the little ringed plover (Charadrius dubius) in the Kasai Rinkai Park in Toyko Bay. A large park with wetlands, surrounded by city and full of birds (and bird … View moreLouise Thomas posted this picture during a recent trip to Japan. The plover looks very different to what we see in NZ.
"This is the little ringed plover (Charadrius dubius) in the Kasai Rinkai Park in Toyko Bay. A large park with wetlands, surrounded by city and full of birds (and bird hides). I met quite a few Japanese birders here. They were very helpful with IDs. The bird looks quite a lot like our black-fronted dotterel. Bird #48 in 2023."
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Life Health Foods NZ Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Naked Kitchen brand Japanese Vegetable Curry due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). The Naked Kitchen brand French Style Mushroom Soup has been incorrectly packaged as Naked Kitchen brand Japanese Vegetable Curry. People … View moreLife Health Foods NZ Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Naked Kitchen brand Japanese Vegetable Curry due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). The Naked Kitchen brand French Style Mushroom Soup has been incorrectly packaged as Naked Kitchen brand Japanese Vegetable Curry. People with a milk allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice. Customers with a milk allergy should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.
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We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in … View moreHi there,
We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in NZ's regions? Do you have a favourite spot in the Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury, Southland or elsewhere?
Feel free to comment below, send me a message or email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. Please include 'NFP' in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in an article. Thanks in advance for taking the time to share.
With June’s mild, dry weather continuing well into July, some began to wonder whether winter might also bypass July, but it turned-up in the third week along with a series of southerlies. But, overall July was slightly milder and sunnier than usual, with rainfall again well below average, and we… View moreWith June’s mild, dry weather continuing well into July, some began to wonder whether winter might also bypass July, but it turned-up in the third week along with a series of southerlies. But, overall July was slightly milder and sunnier than usual, with rainfall again well below average, and we continued to avoid the severe rain events again afflicting the north and east of the North Island.
The daily average maximum temperature of 14.1 degrees was a few points above average, but a couple of points below last year. Only Levin and Blenheim with 14.4 degrees were very slightly warmer than Kāpiti in central New Zealand. However, Kāpiti’s overall mean temperature of 10.3 degrees was the highest in that region. No frosts were recorded in the western parts of central New Zealand, although I did notice a few white tinges on neighbouring roofs a couple of times.
The sunshine equivalent 16 fine days, was also slightly above average.
This July was one of the driest of the last decade, with only 54 mm recorded at the airport. This compares with the historical average of 90 mm and last year’s 208 mm!
The wintry weather experienced over the last 10 days of the month may have slowed the onset of spring, already evident, but records show that warmer weather occurs with increasing frequency as August progresses.
With online being the main mode of communication these days, it's no wonder that there has been a worldwide mail decline and here in Aotearoa, NZ Post has needed to lay off 750 full-time staff. Do you think it's time to say goodbye to the trusty letterbox?
This Thursday Paraparaumu Library comes to life with the Storylines Panel session held in partnership with the Storylines Trust Te Whare Waituhi Tamariki o Aotearoa from 5–6pm. Come along to hear authors Eileen Merriman, James Russell, Isobel Joy Te Aho-White, and Malcolm Clarke, and Te Awhi Rito… View moreThis Thursday Paraparaumu Library comes to life with the Storylines Panel session held in partnership with the Storylines Trust Te Whare Waituhi Tamariki o Aotearoa from 5–6pm. Come along to hear authors Eileen Merriman, James Russell, Isobel Joy Te Aho-White, and Malcolm Clarke, and Te Awhi Rito Reading Ambassador, Alan Dingley, as they discuss the importance of 'Bringing books to life'. There'll be a panel discussion, followed by an opportunity to ask questions.
Also on at Paraparaumu Library this week:
- Reading to dogs with Gryphon – Paraparaumu Library
3.30–4.30pm, Thursday 3 August
- Makin' Time – Paraparaumu Library
2.30–4.30pm, Friday 4 August
And there's plenty more on! To find out more about the events at our Libraries, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
You are invited to celebrate the launch of Marg Schrader’s memoir ‘The Ever-Widening Circles’, detailing the life and ministry of this special person. It’s on: -
- Sunday 13th August
- 2pm
- At Waikanae Church, Taiata Road, Waikanae Beach
- Afternoon tea will be provided.
We hope… View moreYou are invited to celebrate the launch of Marg Schrader’s memoir ‘The Ever-Widening Circles’, detailing the life and ministry of this special person. It’s on: -
- Sunday 13th August
- 2pm
- At Waikanae Church, Taiata Road, Waikanae Beach
- Afternoon tea will be provided.
We hope you can make it. Please spread the word to anyone who may be interested. There will be an opportunity to purchase signed copies of the book on the day.
#memoriesforlife #memoir #booklaunch #ConnectWithCommunity
It's perilously close to the end of our dog registration period. To avoid a late penalty, dogs need to be registered by the end of the day today. There’s still time! Register online now 👉🏼 kapiticoast.govt.nz/dog-registration
Heart attack is a leading cause of death in New Zealand.
Learn to recognise the warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack, so you know what to do if you see or experience them. Don’t try to walk it off, wash it off or push through it. Make the right call, it may save your life.
Coupland’s Bakeries Ltd is recalling a specific batch of their Coupland’s brand Our Classic Steak & Vege Pie due to incorrect packaging which resulted in the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). The Coupland’s brand Our Classic Steak and Cheese Pie has been incorrectly labelled as … View moreCoupland’s Bakeries Ltd is recalling a specific batch of their Coupland’s brand Our Classic Steak & Vege Pie due to incorrect packaging which resulted in the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). The Coupland’s brand Our Classic Steak and Cheese Pie has been incorrectly labelled as Coupland’s brand Our Classic Steak and Vege Pie. People with a milk allergy should not consume this product. If you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice. Customers with a milk allergy should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.
READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...
The New Zealand String Quartet was born out of idealism. The Music
Federation (now Chamber Music New Zealand), embraced the vision of
having a resident first-class professional string quartet who would prioritise music by our own composers and who could take on projects of the kind that would be … View moreThe New Zealand String Quartet was born out of idealism. The Music
Federation (now Chamber Music New Zealand), embraced the vision of
having a resident first-class professional string quartet who would prioritise music by our own composers and who could take on projects of the kind that would be impracticable for visiting quartets. The NZSQ have more than fulfilled that vision and – thirty years on – are an established and vital part of the musical infrastructure in Aotearoa.
Comprised of Helene Pohl (violin I), Monique Lapins (violin II), Gillian Ansell (viola) and Rolf Gjelsten (cello), the quartet have, through hard work, dedication to fine music and ceaseless travelling become favourites of New Zealand concertgoers.
Over the decades the Quartet has cultivated a rich repertoire, including a wide variety of New Zealand music, composers’ cycles from Beethoven to Bartok, Mozart to Berg, The Quartet have proudly championed New Zealand music since their inception, commissioning over 150 New Zealand works.
All members of the Quartet teach at the New Zealand School of Music – Te Kokī where the NZSQ has been Quartet-in-Residence since 1991, as well as running the Adam Chamber Music School in Nelson and the NZSM Queen’s Birthday Chamber Music Weekend in Wellington for up-and-coming musicians.
The Mulled Wine Concerts organisation headed up by Mary Gow will showcase the NZ String Quartet at on 13 August at St. Peter's Village Hall in Paekakariki. This concert offers Kapiti audiences a chance to experience the quartet as they work their classical magic on a selection from their 2023 repertoire, including pieces by Schubert, Smetana and Ross Harris.
“The concerts will undoubtedly be popular” says Gow. “We are pleased and honoured to be able to present such a high-level and well-known group of musicians as part of our 2023 Kapiti concert series”.
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Mulled Wine Concerts presents the New Zealand String Quartet.
2:30 PM on Sunday 13th August at St. Peter's Village Hall, Beach Road,
Paekakariki.
Tickets $35, Students $15. Door sales $40.
Online sales: marygow@gmail.com. Tel: 021 101 9609
Info: www.mulledwineconcerts.com... or on FaceBook: Mulled Wine Concerts.
Ticket outlets: Magpie Paremata, 99 Mana Esplanade,
Finn's Hotel, Paekākāriki,
Moby Dickens Bookshop Paraparaumu Beach,
Jenoa, 2 Mahara
Place, Waikanae.
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