Family History : a few words can make a sentence, getting started in writing family history with Bruce Ralston
This session will encourage you to tackle your accumulated research and knowledge and create useful narratives for family and friends. Wednesday 18 August 12pm -1pm join us for tea/coffee and a biscuit while we Zoom this free talk on the big TV. 16 Highland Park Drive, Highland Park 2010. Bruce is editor of The New Zealand Genealogist and chair of the Ted Gilberd Literary Trust that supports the writing of family history. While a published family history is a fine objective, there are many other ways to tackle the matter in smaller bites. Come in to the library and hear more.
Neighbourhood Challenge: Who Can Crack This One? ⛓️💥❔
What has a head but no brain?
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Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
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Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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40.4% Yes
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33.9% Maybe?
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25.7% No
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