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International Day of Older Persons is a day to celebrate all older people – to highlight the value of all older people and to promote dignity and respect. The 2018 international theme is “Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions“.
This year Age Concern New Zealand want all New Zealanders… View moreInternational Day of Older Persons is a day to celebrate all older people – to highlight the value of all older people and to promote dignity and respect. The 2018 international theme is “Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions“.
This year Age Concern New Zealand want all New Zealanders to sign up as Age Concern Dignity Champions and stand up for the human rights of older Kiwis.
“There is no excuse for elder abuse, says Stephanie Clare, Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive. I am appalled that we are still having to deal with cases each day where older people are taken advantage of.
“Just because someone is older it doesn’t mean they are less valuable, have less purpose or should lose basic human rights, the right to make their own choices and respect from those around them.
“Of the cases we see, 75% of alleged abusers are family members, either adult children or partners of adult children and that needs to stop!
“So come on Kiwis we all have a part to play. You can take a stand against ageism and join me by signing up today!” says Stephanie.
An Age Concern Dignity Champion pledges to:
• Reject stereotypes and focus on the uniqueness of every individual
• Speak up when they hear people speaking negatively about growing old
• Have the courage to question practices they feel are disrespectful to older people
• Not patronise older people
• Be patient, polite and friendly
• Have zero tolerance for abuse or neglect
• Build relationships – they combat isolation and loneliness by getting to know the older people in their lives.
Do you fancy year-round summer hours?
The European Union will soon recommend members drop daylight saving hours in favour of staying on summer time throughout the year.
Would you like the same for Aotearoa? Let us know!
Are you an artist or, do you know any artists who would like to win over $1,000?
We are receiving entires for our Awards NOW until Oct 16th.
Visit our website for more information.
Would you be surprised to learn Auckland Council is the largest urban farmer in the region?
Organised and produced by gardeners who are passionate about their craft, our 10-day Taranaki Fringe Garden Festival provides the opportunity to observe garden construction and planting, talk to the gardeners, obtain practical advice and be enchanted by the incredible landscapes that have been … View moreOrganised and produced by gardeners who are passionate about their craft, our 10-day Taranaki Fringe Garden Festival provides the opportunity to observe garden construction and planting, talk to the gardeners, obtain practical advice and be enchanted by the incredible landscapes that have been created throughout the region.
The Taranaki Fringe Garden Festival is a unique experience that will inspire and motivate you to take your gardening skills to the next level. Our festival is in its 14th year, our success being due to the diversity and quality of the gardens we have on offer.
We invite you to come and visit our 50+ gardens and enjoy the arts, crafts and vintage machinery on our festival trail. Purchase plants seen in various gardens and receive amazing hospitality from our garden hosts.
In 2018 the festival runs from Oct 26th - Nov 4th. See our website for more details or to download a brochure. Brochures available at iSite's and major garden centres. $2pp entry fee to each garden.
Change only comes when you DECIDE you’ve had enough and take action. It’s your decision to stay as you are — or to do something different, attend this event, and apply what you learn and change your life.
On Sunday, 14th October at 10am, a generous amount of holy oil, blended with olive … View moreChange only comes when you DECIDE you’ve had enough and take action. It’s your decision to stay as you are — or to do something different, attend this event, and apply what you learn and change your life.
On Sunday, 14th October at 10am, a generous amount of holy oil, blended with olive oil from the Holy Land will be given FREE OF CHARGE to everyone who attends.
This oil will serve as a point of contact, a tangible way for you to use your faith and connect with God.
We challenge you to come with your problems and see for yourself what God can do in your life.
Call us now to reserve your bottle! Ph: 09 262 2286 / 021 501 271
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Hi all,
Is there any kitchen cabinet makers outside? I am willing to get the cabinet built in place of the dishwasher.
Thanks.
Have you ever bought swan plants with pesticide on them and been dismayed to see your monarch caterpillars squirm and later die? The Monarch Butterfly New Zealand Trust is this year listing on their website garden centres that will never sell swan plants.
www.monarch.org.nz...
You'll also … View moreHave you ever bought swan plants with pesticide on them and been dismayed to see your monarch caterpillars squirm and later die? The Monarch Butterfly New Zealand Trust is this year listing on their website garden centres that will never sell swan plants.
www.monarch.org.nz...
You'll also find some of the other reasons noted there why monarch caterpillars can die. Of course predators (wasps etc) can be a problem too and there are tips elsewhere on their website to help with those.
I hope to see many more beautiful monarch butterflies filling the skies this summer!
Hoover Vacuum Cleaner.
Recently gone low in suction. It still sucks but low, if someone can figure it out.
Bought it 3 years ago for $250!
Godreys can probably service it and fix it, but not sure of the cost.
A residents' group formed some years ago to save a west Auckland park is concerned the process is dr…
We have another big pile of 100 x 25 rough-sawn timber laminated together (100 x 50) in lengths of approximately 2.9 m and 3.5 m ex orchard frames going free. People who took the first lot have used it for sheep pens, pen flooring, fencing, edging tracks....... Pick up is Coatesville-Riverhead.
Hi neighbours,
The Warriors have gone from being ranked dead last (16th) in fan/membership experience to number one in the space of 12 months. Wow, what a change! Click here to read the full story.
Are you a fan? What did your think of the Warriors 2018 season. Take part in our poll and let us … View moreHi neighbours,
The Warriors have gone from being ranked dead last (16th) in fan/membership experience to number one in the space of 12 months. Wow, what a change! Click here to read the full story.
Are you a fan? What did your think of the Warriors 2018 season. Take part in our poll and let us know your thoughts in the replies!
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September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)
Come and join us Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays mornings for a game or two of table tennis, fun and laughs, 9.30am – 12pm. $5 per person.
Busy during the day? Stadium opens on Mondays and Tuesdays 7pm-10pm.
Busy on weekdays? Come on Sundays 2pm - 7pm.
Some Sundays we have tournaments, you are… View moreCome and join us Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays mornings for a game or two of table tennis, fun and laughs, 9.30am – 12pm. $5 per person.
Busy during the day? Stadium opens on Mondays and Tuesdays 7pm-10pm.
Busy on weekdays? Come on Sundays 2pm - 7pm.
Some Sundays we have tournaments, you are welcome to come and watch.
Bats and balls provided or you can bring your own.
72A Seymour Rd, Sunnyvale
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