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1983 days ago

Bryan Waddle a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit

Rhondda Sweetman from Plimmerton Rotary

It's very exciting to report that Bryan Waddle has been made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the Queen's Birthday Honours for services as a sports broadcaster. He is seen here during his 70th Test match as a commentator during Day 1 of the First Test Match between Black Caps v Sri Lanka, Basin Reserve, Wellington, Saturday 15th December 2018. The voice of cricket in New Zealand, Waddle has commentated more than 250 test matches and more than 400 one-day internationals and has commentated and reported from all test playing countries. He also covered several other sporting codes at the 1984 and 1988 Olympics Games and the 1982 and 1998 Commonwealth Games. Locally he is a Life Member of the Wellington Wanderers Cricket Club. He is Vice President of both the Wellington Collegians Cricket Club and Cricket Wellington.

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22 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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1 day ago

Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

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Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
  • 64.6% Yes
    64.6% Complete
  • 32.8% No
    32.8% Complete
  • 2.6% Other - I'll share below
    2.6% Complete
1247 votes
1 day ago

International Volunteer Managers Day

Olivia from Volunteer Wellington

Yesterday marked International Volunteer Managers Day. So throughout this week we will be spotlighting several amazing volunteer managers from across the Wellington region.
Liv has recently started managing a diverse team of volunteers at The Free Store Wellington. Here are some words about what she loves about her role!