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3350 days ago

Poll: CAPS Hauraki Safe Kids message seen by more than five million

Teresa Ramsey Reporter from Hauraki Herald

A post by a Kiwi social service agency urging people not to force hugs and kisses on children is causing debate among parents worldwide.
"I am 5. My body is my body. Don't force me to hug or kiss. I am learning about consent and your support on this will help me keep myself safe for the rest of my life." Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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CAPS Hauraki Safe Kids message seen by more than five million
  • 56.3% What an important message, kids should never be forced to hug and kiss.
    56.3% Complete
  • 43.8% This message is ridiculous, children need affection.
    43.8% Complete
16 votes
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38 minutes ago

Today’s Mind-Bender is the Last of the Year! Can You Guess It Before Everyone Else? 🌟🎁🌲

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I dance in the sky with green and gold, a spectacle few are lucky to behold; I’m best seen in the south, a celestial sight—what am I, lighting up the New Zealand night?

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!

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2 days ago

Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
  • 79.3% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
    79.3% Complete
  • 20.7% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
    20.7% Complete
560 votes
30 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.

Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?

Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!

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