2068 days ago

Poll: Movin' March

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Walking, cycling and scooting to school have many benefits for tamariki – exercise, independence, physical and mental health, decision making, risk assessment and road safety skills.

Do your kids walk, bike or scoot to school? What do you love about it?

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Movin' March
  • 18.6% Quality time
    18.6% Complete
  • 33.9% Exercise
    33.9% Complete
  • 37.3% Seeing my kids grow in confidence
    37.3% Complete
  • 8.5% Avoiding chaos at the school gate
    8.5% Complete
  • 1.7% Other (leave us a comment!)
    1.7% Complete
59 votes
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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
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

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!