1176 days ago

EarthDiverse: KIDS SCHOOL HOLIDAY PUPPET WORKSHOP, Sat 1 Oct

todd from EarthDiverse

LAST CALL! Loco the Taco is coming to explore the kitchen with all the creative tools he’s got! EarthDiverse is pleased to support this Puppet Workshop with Puppeteer Ifat Vayner: Saturday 1 Oct, 11am-2pm. In the craft workshop, kids will learn how to use different materials such as foam and felt to design and create a puppet character. We will create a muppet (mouth puppet) and learn how to move the puppets in short scenes. A creative arts school holiday workshop for kids aged 8-14 years. No previous art experience necessary. All materials included. Parents can attend for free. Please bring a packed lunch.

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2 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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3 days ago

Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
  • 41.5% Yes
    41.5% Complete
  • 33.6% Maybe?
    33.6% Complete
  • 24.9% No
    24.9% Complete
586 votes
3 hours ago

Fonterra cuts forecast milk forecast after a ninth straight global dairy trade auction dip

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Fonterra has cut its forecast Farmgate Milk Price for the 2025/26 season after a ninth straight global dairy trade auction dip.

On Thursday, the Co-op adjusted the forecast range from $9-$10 per kilo of milk solids to $8.50 to $9.50 with the midpoint changing from $9.50 per to $9.

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