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All of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few … View moreAll of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few minutes warning. Early warning saves lives. Know what to do and where to go. www.happens.nz...
This week in Pulse of the Nation, we're asking about property prices in your community. Do they concern you?
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At 253 Pataua South Road - Organic Eggs and other garden surplus ... Hens Eggs $8 dozen and Quail Eggs $5 a dozen available.
Need hints and tips on how to use quail eggs - I can show you how...
Do you have a working surplus to requirement computer suitable for kids homework needing a good home? .... Free or nearly free :)
This year has been an amazing year! ❤ and I am sending this out in the hopes of a little (operative word!) help... I have been up to some writing and research and I got my first book completed and published earlier this year. Since then (as a result of mum wanting to follow her fathers … View moreThis year has been an amazing year! ❤ and I am sending this out in the hopes of a little (operative word!) help... I have been up to some writing and research and I got my first book completed and published earlier this year. Since then (as a result of mum wanting to follow her fathers footsteps) I have undertaqken a pilgrimage that has led to my current project - I have come to the final stages in the reseach I am doing on my grandfather's WW2 Battle of Crete and POW journey - it is a monumental task and although the work rises up before me - it is a task I am enjoying!
However to complete these final stages I need to return to Crete and Crowthorne ... I am hoping I can do this in the summer school holiday period so it will not interfere with paid work which is something I must return to ...
I am writing a book transcribed from my grandfather's diary that starts at the point he left Kalamata in a row boat heading for Crete with only planks as oars...his words are complimented by my own that have been written on the same date 75 years later in the place he was ... to wrap all this up I have researched the historical facts given on this time and place to give a greater perspective on the situation. Finally the two (old) men (and their families) we met that were pivotal to all this are sharing what they know - since they never knew we existed prior to arriving in their neck of the woods - their stories and contributions are still in the pipeline.
However one of these men is very ill and due to his illness (terminal cancer) he has invited me to return to the UK to complete the final research he has undetaken on my project with him. While a return to the UK was in my plans the date was a way off as I need to return to paid work to save the money for this.
His request however has changed this and as the book I am writing is ultimately a gift to NZ history and will be given along with the original diary to Te Papa or to the NZ Military museum or the Dunedin Library I am calling for a little finacial assistance from everyone and anyone to make this journey possible.
If you think you could spare even the minimum Give-A-Little pledge and want to donate this to my work which involves this trip to the UK - I (and this man, especially) would be very grateful.
I understand if you can not or do not want to whatever the reasons.
I am rather - though - hoping you might just be able to Give-A-Little and be part of this very special journey I am tasked with. Thanks for reading - please share if you know others who might be interested.
The Give-A-Little page is here: givealittle.co.nz...
Thank you .....
Healthful Ways in Whangarei Heads Community Gala 2016
After a successful launch last year, a group of local natural health practitioners have created an annual community event to promote health, fitness and wellbeing in Whangarei Heads. The Healthful Ways Community Gala will be held on Saturday 5 … View moreHealthful Ways in Whangarei Heads Community Gala 2016
After a successful launch last year, a group of local natural health practitioners have created an annual community event to promote health, fitness and wellbeing in Whangarei Heads. The Healthful Ways Community Gala will be held on Saturday 5 November 2016 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Parua Bay Community Center. The expo will showcase the diversity of natural health options in the area, including Cranial Sacral Therapy, Bowen Therapy, Reiki, Massage, Acupuncture, Naturopathy as well as Yoga, Pilates, Nia Dance and Fitness. Visitors to the event will be able to discuss treatment modalities with stall holders providing information. Demonstrations and free classes will be held throughout the day along with raffles for a great bunch of healthy prizes. There will also be market stalls featuring nutritious and delicious food and other natural products. This year a kids play area will be introduced, as well as speakers on a range of healthy topics...
The Malayan Emergency is about my time spent in the SAS.
This book has never been published and is bound by hand.
To order please email me at dougie8284@gmail.com.
How would you react if you were told you had breast cancer? It could happen to any one of us or some one we love. It's great to know there is support out there if and when we need it.
These brave ladies have faced that issue and now want to help others.
Read what they did!
Twelve … View moreHow would you react if you were told you had breast cancer? It could happen to any one of us or some one we love. It's great to know there is support out there if and when we need it.
These brave ladies have faced that issue and now want to help others.
Read what they did!
Twelve Northland women have become "calendar girls" to help fund raise for breast cancer support in Northland.
The women - all breast cancer survivors - feature in the Strength and Beauty calendar which was launched on October 28.
Why not support this good cause by buying a calendar from Regent New World or Sportman's Choice.
www.stuff.co.nz...
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Grow your career! Call for applications for a scholarship in the fields of Civil Engineering or Planning.. Apply today!
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The DHL New Zealand Lions Series 2017 is inching closer and tickets to New Zealand Provincial Barbarians v The British & Irish Lions at Toll Stadium on Saturday 3 June 2017 are ON SALE today!
More here: ► whangareinz.com...
Hi All, we are looking for a double bed base (only) for sale please. in good condition, thankyou. Please contact 021733186
The weather is warming up and so is the weekend event scene. Something unique this weekend to check out is Te Kowhai Print's Printapalooza II, supported through WDC's Creative Communities Scheme Fund.
To find out about Printapalooza II - see tkpt.org...
To find out about Council's… View moreThe weather is warming up and so is the weekend event scene. Something unique this weekend to check out is Te Kowhai Print's Printapalooza II, supported through WDC's Creative Communities Scheme Fund.
To find out about Printapalooza II - see tkpt.org...
To find out about Council's funding and grants - see www.wdc.govt.nz...
What are your plans for the weekend?
Do you dare? Check out Northland Youth Theatre's "Fright Night" tonight and Saturday night at the Quarry Arts Centre. Details on the poster.
Northland Youth Theatre is supported through council's community funding scheme.
We wish everyone a safe Halloween but we need to remember that not everyone wants to be part of Halloween celebrations.
For some older people Halloween can be a frightening and scary time so here are some helpful tips so everyone can enjoy themselves and come away with fond memories:
- Make … View moreWe wish everyone a safe Halloween but we need to remember that not everyone wants to be part of Halloween celebrations.
For some older people Halloween can be a frightening and scary time so here are some helpful tips so everyone can enjoy themselves and come away with fond memories:
- Make it a family affair and go trick or treating with your kids or a group from your neighbourhood.
- Call your neighbours in advance to make sure it’s okay to call in to trick-or-treat
- If you don’t want trick-or-treaters calling print or make a sign for your letterbox or window saying no thanks. (New Zealand Police have had downloadable signs)
- If you are a trick-or-treater, respect the people who have a sign asking for you to stay away
- Keep your lights on and guests outside
- Keep your eye out for your older family members, friends and neighbours this Halloween and make sure we all get to enjoy the celebration.
Remember you can help make this a great celebration for your family and community and a great opportunity to connect with your older neighbours.
If you want to go one step further Age Concern New Zealand would like to encourage all Kiwis to sign up to their Dignity Champion Campaign to show a commitment to breaking down ageism and stereotypes and encouraging dignity and respect for older people.
Become an Age Concern Dignity Champion www.ageconcern.org.nz... this Halloween and involve and celebrate the older people in your lives.
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