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In spite of Covid, our biennial show will go ahead 11,12,13th Sept at Forum North. Not just a quilt show, you will be amazed at the quality and variety of textile art as well as beautiful quilts of all shapes and sizes. Bag raffle proceeds to go to the Native Bird Recovery Centre.
How eerie it was for me straight after Covid lockdown here in NZ, to get out this 2019 publication set in Queenstown about the US wealthy, building get-away homes with safety- bunkers-basments, being built in case of the worlds business empires, governments and criminals running … View moreHow eerie it was for me straight after Covid lockdown here in NZ, to get out this 2019 publication set in Queenstown about the US wealthy, building get-away homes with safety- bunkers-basments, being built in case of the worlds business empires, governments and criminals running amok."Whatever It Takes"- a wonderful read based on possible scenarios we all hope will never happen, thoroughly recommend the latest from a very well known author.
Water must be saved for critical use only after storm flooding has disabled two of our three water-treatment plants.
Please use fresh-water supplies only for drinking, drinking and essential hygiene. This is expected to last until Monday 20 July - updates to follow.
Other information including … View moreWater must be saved for critical use only after storm flooding has disabled two of our three water-treatment plants.
Please use fresh-water supplies only for drinking, drinking and essential hygiene. This is expected to last until Monday 20 July - updates to follow.
Other information including road-closures and repairs are at this link.
www.wdc.govt.nz...
With The Sunday Star Times, we’ve launched a survey to find out how lonely and connected Kiwis feel, take part here and you could win a $100 Prezzy® card
A week ago Pauline Latta from Dunedin started this petition to the government, to fully fund St John Ambulance.
You can read about the background here, and sign and share it online if you'd like to support it.
Good People
Please find attached a flyer for the films we are screening during August.
Hope to see you there.
Geoff
Terry Ward and the Lions Club team were a hive of activity this morning receiving bags, boxes and lots more of local citrus that is loaded onto a truck (courtesy of Mainfreight) and bound for Christchurch and Dunedin. Mainly lemons and oranges to keep our South Island friends healthy this Winter!
… View moreTerry Ward and the Lions Club team were a hive of activity this morning receiving bags, boxes and lots more of local citrus that is loaded onto a truck (courtesy of Mainfreight) and bound for Christchurch and Dunedin. Mainly lemons and oranges to keep our South Island friends healthy this Winter!
GREAT teamwork with the help of One Agency Whangarei, Mainfreight and of course the Lions Club - plus our community who gave their Citrus to the South Island,
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Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We… View moreHi Neighbours!
Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We are here to help!
For useful information, opportunities and stories about seniors, sign up to our SuperSeniors Newsletter here: bit.ly...
Read our Better Later Life strategy, which guides our work to help make the future better for New Zealanders as we age: bit.ly...
We have lots of helpful resources on getting an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) on our website: bit.ly...
We are working on making our communities more Age-friendly. Find out about our Community Connects grants here: bit.ly...
Our website also includes important information on Elder Abuse and where to get help: bit.ly...
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If you have a question, or would like more information, whether you are over-65, or if you have a close family member or friend who is a senior, you can email us at: osc@msd.govt.nz
A new tech tourism business is designed to give tourists a more authentic experience of New Zealand.…
This arm chair is a very comfortable one - high so there is no difficulty in getting out of it - perfect for an older person. It is covered in a dark green leather looking vinyl so is waterproof. But it has a few areas of wear flecks on the edge of the seat cushion as shown and the top of the … View moreThis arm chair is a very comfortable one - high so there is no difficulty in getting out of it - perfect for an older person. It is covered in a dark green leather looking vinyl so is waterproof. But it has a few areas of wear flecks on the edge of the seat cushion as shown and the top of the back of the chair, hence the price. The chair is 100cm high x 800cm wide. Pick up is in Kokopu or delivery can be arranged by negotiation.
Check out our video that we did with some of our happy customers here
We are nationwide and if you are interested we offer a no obligation free measure and quote click here or call us on 0800 658 658.
We bought this bed NEW two and a half years ago and have not needed to use it. It is now suplus to requirements as we have down sized to a unit. In fabulous 'as new' condition. RRP $999.00 we are selling for $575.00.ono
We are a non smoking home. All realisitic offers considered. … View moreWe bought this bed NEW two and a half years ago and have not needed to use it. It is now suplus to requirements as we have down sized to a unit. In fabulous 'as new' condition. RRP $999.00 we are selling for $575.00.ono
We are a non smoking home. All realisitic offers considered. Inspection welcome. 02102331375
The Sunday Star-Times is examining how Covid-19 has impacted our social lives. Are you having less social connection or are you less likely to see people? Do you feel lonely during the week? We're keen to talk to people about how their social contact has changed since the lockdown. If … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is examining how Covid-19 has impacted our social lives. Are you having less social connection or are you less likely to see people? Do you feel lonely during the week? We're keen to talk to people about how their social contact has changed since the lockdown. If you're happy to be interviewed and identified, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.
Give living spaces a summery lift with these fun fruity homewares and Resene testpots.
Make the most of this weekend with these easy project ideas from Resene. Find out how to create them yourself
In this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we’ve got pruning tips for shrubs, vines and climbers, and it’s time to protect new bulb shoots, trench trees and shrubs before moving them, give the lawn some winter TLC, use weeds to improve your soil and pickle and preserve your stored … View moreIn this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we’ve got pruning tips for shrubs, vines and climbers, and it’s time to protect new bulb shoots, trench trees and shrubs before moving them, give the lawn some winter TLC, use weeds to improve your soil and pickle and preserve your stored harvests.
Make your own Modernist crate chair inspired by iconic Dutch furniture designer and architect Gerrit Reitveld in 1934. Plus go in the draw for Yates Sow Anytime Lawn Seed and ‘Café au Lait’ dahlias from Bulbs Direct.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
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