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International Day of Older Persons is a day to celebrate all older people – to highlight the value of all older people and to promote dignity and respect. The 2018 international theme is “Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions“.
This year Age Concern New Zealand want all New Zealanders… View moreInternational Day of Older Persons is a day to celebrate all older people – to highlight the value of all older people and to promote dignity and respect. The 2018 international theme is “Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions“.
This year Age Concern New Zealand want all New Zealanders to sign up as Age Concern Dignity Champions and stand up for the human rights of older Kiwis.
“There is no excuse for elder abuse, says Stephanie Clare, Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive. I am appalled that we are still having to deal with cases each day where older people are taken advantage of.
“Just because someone is older it doesn’t mean they are less valuable, have less purpose or should lose basic human rights, the right to make their own choices and respect from those around them.
“Of the cases we see, 75% of alleged abusers are family members, either adult children or partners of adult children and that needs to stop!
“So come on Kiwis we all have a part to play. You can take a stand against ageism and join me by signing up today!” says Stephanie.
An Age Concern Dignity Champion pledges to:
• Reject stereotypes and focus on the uniqueness of every individual
• Speak up when they hear people speaking negatively about growing old
• Have the courage to question practices they feel are disrespectful to older people
• Not patronise older people
• Be patient, polite and friendly
• Have zero tolerance for abuse or neglect
• Build relationships – they combat isolation and loneliness by getting to know the older people in their lives.
Yesterday I questioned why the strawberries at Countdown in Crofton Downs were from Australia because of the recent needles contamination in Australian strawberries. I was a bit taken aback that the fruit and vege department didn't seem aware of the needles contamination and then was told by … View moreYesterday I questioned why the strawberries at Countdown in Crofton Downs were from Australia because of the recent needles contamination in Australian strawberries. I was a bit taken aback that the fruit and vege department didn't seem aware of the needles contamination and then was told by a manager that the supplier they used was not one that had been identified as contaminated. The brand Countdown sells is Ti and I checked today that this was actually the first brand identified in Australia following the first needles complaint. Today Countdown in Auckland stopped Australian supplies after finding needles in their supply. Better safe than sorry for our families and in particular our kids.
Get the kids out of the house for free educational entertainment during the October School Holidays. Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces has joined forces with the Royal New Zealand Ballet education team to provide dance workshops, and ballet-themed diorama workshops and competition. … View moreGet the kids out of the house for free educational entertainment during the October School Holidays. Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces has joined forces with the Royal New Zealand Ballet education team to provide dance workshops, and ballet-themed diorama workshops and competition. There is also a myriad of other activities happening – movie screenings, lego, stop-motion movie making, puppet making, Beyblade tournaments, and so much more. You can find out about our school holiday activities on our website at wcl.govt.nz/kids and check out the schedule details on the event calendar wcl.govt.nz/kidsholidays. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook for updates www.facebook.com...
Two things, one positive and one negative, seem to be on the increase at the moment. The positive one: there are so many blossoms this year. It makes everything look wonderful and I especially love the kowhai. The negative one: jumping red lights seem to be on the increase - for example … View moreTwo things, one positive and one negative, seem to be on the increase at the moment. The positive one: there are so many blossoms this year. It makes everything look wonderful and I especially love the kowhai. The negative one: jumping red lights seem to be on the increase - for example traffic turning right off of Hutt Road onto Onslow Road, the lights along Lambton Quay and buses seem to be offenders as well as cars. And the other day I was nearly bowled at the corner of Molesworth and Lambton Quay even though Kate had given me the green light to cross.
Do you fancy year-round summer hours?
The European Union will soon recommend members drop daylight saving hours in favour of staying on summer time throughout the year.
Would you like the same for Aotearoa? Let us know!
With petrol at $2.40 down the road today I'm sure I'm not the only one who is frustrated. it's time we all took a stand. Nothing happens unless we join together and say enough is enough!
Please follow the link below and join this event then share it.
If you do not have Facebook you… View moreWith petrol at $2.40 down the road today I'm sure I'm not the only one who is frustrated. it's time we all took a stand. Nothing happens unless we join together and say enough is enough!
Please follow the link below and join this event then share it.
If you do not have Facebook you can make a difference by avoiding petrol stations from midnight 26th October to Midnight 27th October.
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Hello neighbours, the team at Grove Avocado Oil are excited to announce that you can now purchase our range of extra virgin avocado oil flavours from our online store.
Visit our website to learn more about our products and see the delicious recipes that have been created for us by well-known … View moreHello neighbours, the team at Grove Avocado Oil are excited to announce that you can now purchase our range of extra virgin avocado oil flavours from our online store.
Visit our website to learn more about our products and see the delicious recipes that have been created for us by well-known New Zealand chef Michael Van de Elzen.
Pure avocado goodness, with at least 12 avocados in every bottle, Grove Avocado Oil is a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants. Discover why Grove is NZ’s number one avocado oil. Available online and in leading supermarkets.
The Grove Team
Change only comes when you DECIDE you’ve had enough and take action.
It’s your decision to stay as you are — or to do something different, attend this event, and apply what you learn and change your life.
On Sunday, 14th October at 10am, a generous amount of holy oil, blended with … View moreChange only comes when you DECIDE you’ve had enough and take action.
It’s your decision to stay as you are — or to do something different, attend this event, and apply what you learn and change your life.
On Sunday, 14th October at 10am, a generous amount of holy oil, blended with olive oil from the Holy Land will be given FREE OF CHARGE to everyone who attends.
This oil will serve as a point of contact, a tangible way for you to use your faith and connect with God.
We challenge you to come with your problems and see for yourself what God can do in your life.
#FoodRecallNZ
Premier Beehive NZ is recalling a specific batch of its Beehive brand Original sausages as the product may contain foreign matter (metal).
Affected product should not be consumed.
www.mpi.govt.nz...
Due to a stop work meeting of Tramways Union members on Wednesday 26 September, Metlink bus services will be reduced in Wellington City, Hutt Valley and Porirua between 9am-3pm on that day.
The meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.
… View moreDue to a stop work meeting of Tramways Union members on Wednesday 26 September, Metlink bus services will be reduced in Wellington City, Hutt Valley and Porirua between 9am-3pm on that day.
The meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.
The following service details apply:
• Normal services will run through the peak period until 9am.
• Reduced services will run between 9am and 3pm.
• Normal services will resume from around 3pm so there should be no impact on afternoon peak services.
• School services should not be affected.
For full details of bus services throughout Wednesday 26 September can be found at Metlink.org.nz or by calling Metlink on 0800 801700.
Hi neighbours,
Another alternative to Uber is set to launch in Wellington within the next few weeks. The ride sharing service called Ola, is looking for drivers and hopes to be taking passengers in two to three weeks time, depending on driver interest. To read more about this, click here.
… View moreHi neighbours,
Another alternative to Uber is set to launch in Wellington within the next few weeks. The ride sharing service called Ola, is looking for drivers and hopes to be taking passengers in two to three weeks time, depending on driver interest. To read more about this, click here.
Will this new service help you get around the capital? Or will you stick to using the bus? Let us know your thoughts in the replies!
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September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)
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