721 days ago

National Excellence Awards

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty

Recently, we had our National Excellence Awards held in Auckland acknowledging the achievements of rangatahi, staff, volunteers and leaders across the country.

Celebrating our Project K participants, our Western Bay of Plenty winners are...

Alice Stevens | Otumoetai College
Pareawheawhe Biel | Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Kura Kōkiri

Our Project K Excellence award recipients have demonstrated huge progress in their self-confidence, initiative, positive thinking and achievement of goals and acted as a role-models in the local community.

Congratulations to Alice and Pareawheawhe from Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty 💚

You can view a full list of our award recipients through the link below!

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3 hours 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?
  • 69.8% Yes
    69.8% Complete
  • 28.7% No
    28.7% Complete
  • 1.5% Other - I'll share below
    1.5% Complete
334 votes
14 hours ago

Riddle Me That: Ready to Test Your Wits?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

If the prisoner tells a lie, he'll be hanged;
if he tells the truth, he'll be beheaded.
What can he say to save himself?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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21 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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