14 days ago

A little bit about me...

Graham from Bucklands Beach

Hi. My name is Graham Banks. I am a retired teacher, who started teaching at primary and intermediate schools before moving to Edgewater College, where I taught for over 30 years. My main interests are music (rock and heavy rock mainly), sports and chess. I am a co-founder of the world's most recognized computer chess testing group (CCRL), which carries out testing of chess software to provide rating lists.

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1 day ago

What's On: East Auckland Table Tennis Club

Shane from Epsom

Table tennis club meets every Tuesday night at 7.15p.m. All welcome. $12 per player per night. For more information contact Ebi ph. (021) 083 09994.
East Auckland Table Tennis Club
  • Pakuranga Community Hall
4 days ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 83.4% Yes
    83.4% Complete
  • 14.3% No
    14.3% Complete
  • 2.2% Other - I'll share below!
    2.2% Complete
1787 votes