Meet Kairos: The food rescue offering a ‘hand up’
Hi neighbours.
Christchurch's food rescue charity, Kairos, has been thrust into the spotlight following the closure of Foodbank Canterbury.
They open their doors twice a week to help those struggling to feed their whānau more than the basics.
It’s “a hand up, not a hand out”, says Stuart Ennor (pictured), general manager of Kairos Trust.
Read the full story by reporter Sinead Gill here (subscription required)
Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?
Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.
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85.1% Yes
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12.9% No
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2% Other - I'll share below!
Garden Tidy
A client contacted us needing an urgent garden tidy as their house is going on the market this week! Here's some pics of what we've achieved so far...
If you need a quick spruce-up, or a longer-term maintenance plan, contact Ben on 029 043 1017, to arrange a free, no obligation quote :)
Celebrating Our Resident Authors On World Book Day
It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.
They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!
Click read more for the full story.
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