Backing world-leading work happening here
The Waikato Medical Research Foundation (WMRF) has two funding rounds a year, the first one for 2024 closed yesterday, 30 April, with ten applications received. The second is open from 1 September to 31 October, check out their website for more info see the WMRF link below.
We keenly support the WMRF through the ‘Waikato Medical Research Foundation Fund’, which its board set up with us just on a a year ago for the particular purpose of making it easier for the public to contribute towards the success of the region’s health research sector.
To find out more, check out the WMRF story from our recent Annual Report at the Momentum link below.
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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85.5% Yes
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13.3% No
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1.1% 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.
GOLD CLAMS Aquatic Biodiversity Forum.
REAP, on the 25th of November. Arrive around five p.m. Presentations from NIWA, and MPI commence around 5.15 . There will be a panel discussion with key agencies and supper provided.
The evening aims to be interactive and encouraging community advocacy toward preventing the spread of this unwanted aquatic pest.
Free and all welcome. Help protect our lake and waterways.
( Bay Trust part sponsor)