looking for more volunteers to take part in a phone interview.
The Social Connectedness of Older People in Care Study
This study is exploring how people in the community maintain social connections with older people in residential aged care. If you have a family member or a friend who is a resident of an aged care facility.
It would be helpful if you could spare the time to take part in this research. Participation involves an audio-taped telephone interview lasting approximately 20 minutes (see attached Participant Information Sheet).
In appreciation of your time, you will receive a $20 supermarket or fuel voucher for completing the interview.
Contact Dr. Wendy Wrapson -09 921 9999 ext 6136 Email: wwrapson@aut.ac.nz
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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5.1% Second half of November
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44.3% 1st December
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16.8% A week before Christmas
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32.5% Whenever you wish
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
Unlock Your Inner Detective: Today’s Riddle Awaits!
What gets wet while drying?
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