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Well, we’ve had a great week with the Clued Up Kids programme. As part of talking about emergency preparedness, we’ve worked to get the kids thinking about the importance of making a plan.
If you need help with your plan look at the website or get in touch with me.
Cissy and Sam, have recently hit the road in the lead up to the 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As they drive across the country they’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand - like our members!
Whether… View moreCissy and Sam, have recently hit the road in the lead up to the 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As they drive across the country they’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand - like our members!
Whether you're planning a Neighbours Day Event or just want to come along and share ideas, these workshops are a great way to further connect with your local community and see how you can come together to support each other.
Join in on the fun by seeing if the road trip is coming to your corner of the country at the link below.
In celebration of our 10 year anniversary, we're holding Neighbours Day Aotearoa over 10 days (March 22-31, 2019), AND we've also come up with 10 Little Ways for individuals to celebrate, and 10 Big Ways for groups to celebrate! We think there's something to inspire just about … View moreIn celebration of our 10 year anniversary, we're holding Neighbours Day Aotearoa over 10 days (March 22-31, 2019), AND we've also come up with 10 Little Ways for individuals to celebrate, and 10 Big Ways for groups to celebrate! We think there's something to inspire just about everyone to participate in Neighbours Day Aotearoa next year - so check out how you can join in, share it with your friends, and don't forget to register your events!
Let us know how you’re celebrating Neighbours Day Aotearoa in 2019 and you could be in to win. Registering an event, no matter how small, puts you in the draw to win a $100 prezzy card or limited edition Neighbours Day Aotearoa t-shirt, plus it helps us know how many neighbours are connecting.
It is important we use antibiotics the right way, at the right dose, at the right time, for the right duration. By using antibiotics carefully, bacteria are less likely to become resistant to them.
It is World Antibiotic Awareness Week 2018 (12-18 November).
How much do you know about … View moreIt is important we use antibiotics the right way, at the right dose, at the right time, for the right duration. By using antibiotics carefully, bacteria are less likely to become resistant to them.
It is World Antibiotic Awareness Week 2018 (12-18 November).
How much do you know about antibiotic resistance?
Take the quiz.
#AntibioticAwarenessWeek
#KeepAntibioticsWorking
#AntibioticResistance
Do you treat your pets at Christmas? Do you have a neighbour to keep an eye on your property while you're away? What do you find stressful at this time of the year? Take part in the Great New Zealand Christmas Survey!
It will only take a couple of minutes to complete - and you'll be … View moreDo you treat your pets at Christmas? Do you have a neighbour to keep an eye on your property while you're away? What do you find stressful at this time of the year? Take part in the Great New Zealand Christmas Survey!
It will only take a couple of minutes to complete - and you'll be in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards!
Hi my name is Tilly I'm missing from the Havelock street area more towards the western end. I'm a pastel toirteshell quite fluffy and big bottle brush tail. I have a quiet meow and a huge purr. I love people and other animals. My 2 brothers are both small dogs and my mum says my fur … View moreHi my name is Tilly I'm missing from the Havelock street area more towards the western end. I'm a pastel toirteshell quite fluffy and big bottle brush tail. I have a quiet meow and a huge purr. I love people and other animals. My 2 brothers are both small dogs and my mum says my fur buddies and her are getting realy worried about where iv gone. Please if you see me or have any information about me could you please contact my mum Jac. Any information would be kindly received. Was also kept inside at night. Thanks
Raizada Foods Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its Raizada brand products. The affected products are labelled as gluten-free, however, at this time, the claim has not been substantiated.
Distribution: The products are sold at Raizada Restaurant, 57 Seymour Street, Blenheim.
… View moreRaizada Foods Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its Raizada brand products. The affected products are labelled as gluten-free, however, at this time, the claim has not been substantiated.
Distribution: The products are sold at Raizada Restaurant, 57 Seymour Street, Blenheim.
People with a gluten allergy or intolerance should not consume these products. If you have consumed these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice. If you are not allergic or intolerant to gluten, this recall does not affect you.
Who to contact: If you have questions, contact Raizada Food: Phone: 03 579 4060
That old white fan looking the same as last summer? Turn it into something fun to brighten up your home with a few Resene testpots. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
We're hitting the road in the lead up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As we drive across the country we’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand. These interactive workshops are for anyone … View moreWe're hitting the road in the lead up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As we drive across the country we’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand. These interactive workshops are for anyone planning a Neighbours Day Event, or supporting other people.
Come along, share ideas, and get the support you need to put on a great Neighbours Day Aotearoa event! Check out our Road Trip page on our website for a list of our confirmed destinations and scheduled workshops, be sure to check back soon as we confirm further workshops.
Road Trip Itinerary - neighboursday.org.nz...
Entries for Interior of the Year 2019 awards are open now. We're on the hunt for New Zealand's most beautiful rooms.
The supreme winner will win an $8,000 luxury escape at Matakauri Lodge and all category winners will receive $1,000 and will be featured in NZ House & Garden.
… View moreEntries for Interior of the Year 2019 awards are open now. We're on the hunt for New Zealand's most beautiful rooms.
The supreme winner will win an $8,000 luxury escape at Matakauri Lodge and all category winners will receive $1,000 and will be featured in NZ House & Garden.
Categories include:
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Bathroom
- Bedroom
- Indoor/Outdoor flow
- Out of the Ordinary
These prestigious awards can be entered by homeowners, interior designers or architects.
While Jill Murphy was sitting at a cafe down with her partner and two-year-old daughter, a woman at the next table sighed loudly and said in a dismayed tone: "People want to go out and enjoy their food, you know. They don't want to have to put up with children."
She wrote in her … View moreWhile Jill Murphy was sitting at a cafe down with her partner and two-year-old daughter, a woman at the next table sighed loudly and said in a dismayed tone: "People want to go out and enjoy their food, you know. They don't want to have to put up with children."
She wrote in her opinion piece that she felt guilty for ruining everyone's lunch. To read more about her experience, click here.
So we want to know your views on young children in cafes and restaurants. Take part in our poll below! If you've got a view on this topic, share it with us in Stuff Nation.
Over 135, 000 kiwi kids are living in households without basic food in the house. And 4 in 10 families that live in poverty are the working poor. This means many New Zealanders struggle to put food on the table at Christmas.
Since 2001, we have delivered almost 100,000 Christmas Boxes to … View moreOver 135, 000 kiwi kids are living in households without basic food in the house. And 4 in 10 families that live in poverty are the working poor. This means many New Zealanders struggle to put food on the table at Christmas.
Since 2001, we have delivered almost 100,000 Christmas Boxes to families in need throughout New Zealand. By giving $30, you can help us to bring over 15,000 boxes of food to kiwi families this Christmas. 100% of your donation goes directly to feed a family.
This year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special… View moreThis year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special family meal is out of reach.
Instore you can purchase a $10 voucher, which will gift a toy from sponsors Hasbro or Mattel to the value of $25, or you can purchase a gift and leave in the donation boxes provided.
Head in-store to share the Christmas joy.
Heavy rain warnings are in place for most parts of the South Island and Tararua range including:
- Ranges of Buller and northwest Nelson
- Headwaters of Canterbury lakes and rivers
- Westland north of Otira
- Westland south of Otira
- Headwaters of Otago lakes and rivers
- Fiordland
- … View moreHeavy rain warnings are in place for most parts of the South Island and Tararua range including:
- Ranges of Buller and northwest Nelson
- Headwaters of Canterbury lakes and rivers
- Westland north of Otira
- Westland south of Otira
- Headwaters of Otago lakes and rivers
- Fiordland
- Southland north of Lumsden
Strong wind warnings are in place for central New Zealand including:
- Marlborough, Wellington and southern Wairarapa
- Canterbury High Country
Take precautions especially when travelling and stay safe! Keep updated here
Hi neighbours,
Are you a striking midwife? More than 1100 District Health Board-employed (DHB) midwives have voted to strike, becoming the latest group to take industrial action since the Labour administration came into power. To read more, click here.
Midwives would give notice from Wednesday of… View moreHi neighbours,
Are you a striking midwife? More than 1100 District Health Board-employed (DHB) midwives have voted to strike, becoming the latest group to take industrial action since the Labour administration came into power. To read more, click here.
Midwives would give notice from Wednesday of two-hour work stoppages every day on every shift over a two-week period, starting Thursday, November 22.
So what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think our midwives should be paid more? How will you be affected by the strike action? Let us know your thoughts in the replies below!
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