Is your baby about to start solid foods?
Is your baby starting solids soon? đ¶đ„ Do you want to contribute to ground-breaking research? Researchers at the University of Auckland are looking for just a few more babies to take part in a study exploring how the introduction of solids influences babiesâ gut bacteria, immunity and sleep. đ€ If you, or anyone you know is interested, check out www.thesunstudy.auckland.ac.nz... or contact thesunstudy@auckland.ac.nz. Anyone who registers their interest before October 22nd also goes in the draw to win a starting solids prize pack kindly donated by The Sleep Store. See our website for terms and conditions.
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new âDecember bonusesâ or âbenefit increasesâ
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Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to âexuberanceâ? đ„
In The Postâs opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, weâre âallergic to exuberance.â
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 itâs worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.3% Yes
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32.8% Maybe?
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25.9% No
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens arenât seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days â the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, whoâs 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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