Mindfulness locally for a healthy mind
Hi Neighbours, did you know that over time, mindfulness meditation can increase cognition, memory and attention? It can also decrease unhelpful emotional reactions, stress, anxiety and depression
A seminar from Harvard Uni: explains
'How mindfulness can change your brain and improve your health' -
Click Read More to read the Harvard info
Come and see what it is about with a small group for a gentle mindfulness session of ease and peace. Session includes gentle movement and relaxing simple meditation. Meadowbank Community Centre usually third Monday of the month 1.30 - 2.45pm - however this month we are meeting on the 25th
First session free, then Koha welcome. Click Read More to find out more about what I do. I also offer one-on-one sessions, courses for group bookings, and run an evening group for experienced meditators. 021 255 1485
Poll: 🗑️ Would you be keen to switch to a fortnightly rubbish collection, or do you prefer things as they are?
Aucklanders, our weekly rubbish collections are staying after councillors voted to scrap a proposed trial of fortnightly pick-ups.
We want to hear from you: would you be keen to switch to a fortnightly rubbish collection, or do you prefer things as they are?
Keen for the details? Read up about the scrapped collection trial here.
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82.3% Same!
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17.7% Would have liked to try something different
Some Choice News!
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!
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’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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