Friday night at the Observatory

Steve from Toi Toi - Washington Valley

Nelson Astronomical Society is about to start it's winter public observing season. Most clear Friday nights until daylight savings we will open the Cawthron Observatory at Cliffton terrace School and for a small donation you can enjoy views through several different telescopes including our wonderful Celestron C-14 scope. Visit our Facebook page (Nelson astronomical Society) for details and conformation of when we are open. Updated Thursday and Friday afternoon.

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?

• Yes
• No
• Other - I'll share below!

Vote View Results

• 83.6% Yes
  83.6% Complete
• 14.2% No
  14.2% Complete
• 2.3% Other - I'll share below!
  2.3% Complete

1773 votes

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