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Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.
I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori,… View moreMasters Study
Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.
I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori, and then postgraduate study.
Awanuiārangi centres you. This is the nurturing space of Māori researchers, with the support of academic and professional staff; this all transpires from an authentic indigenous and traditional Māori environment.
My studies have empowered me to play a more pro-active role in whānau and hapū affairs. Instead of being angry at a past that we cannot change, let’s become part of the solution for positive change.
More than 1000 people watched as the cupola, covered in $50,000 worth of gold leaf, was lifted onto the Hundertwasser Art Centre and Wairau Māori Art Gallery on Friday morning. The onion-shaped lookout - commonly used as an architectural feature on palaces and cathedrals - is the last major … View moreMore than 1000 people watched as the cupola, covered in $50,000 worth of gold leaf, was lifted onto the Hundertwasser Art Centre and Wairau Māori Art Gallery on Friday morning. The onion-shaped lookout - commonly used as an architectural feature on palaces and cathedrals - is the last major exterior piece to go on the $33m building, which is set to open in December. Did you see the cupola being added on Friday? What do you think of the feature?
Unless you have especially dirty clothes, use the cold wash cycle for the laundry. A hot water wash can use 10 times more electricity than a cold wash.
According to the EECA, four loads of laundry washed in a cold cycle a week will save you about $60-$80 a year.
Be sure to check out our other … View moreUnless you have especially dirty clothes, use the cold wash cycle for the laundry. A hot water wash can use 10 times more electricity than a cold wash.
According to the EECA, four loads of laundry washed in a cold cycle a week will save you about $60-$80 a year.
Be sure to check out our other efficiency tips
What a pleasure to meet Hayley Parsons of Clarks Beach, Auckland. She and husband Chris relocated this huge three-storey villa from Palmerston North to Auckland, and project managed the rebuild of Huntly House from London. Wonderful house, wonderful history.
If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.
Look for the Better Cotton Initiative … View moreIf seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.
Look for the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) branding when you’re
browsing the racks, and you’ll see we’re proud to invest in making cotton production more sustainable.
Look for the FSC label on wood and paper products we stock, and you’ll see we’re dedicated to protecting our forests.
Sustainable & Affordable. It means more choice.
Ngā mihi o te tau hou Māori e hoa mā! Happy Māori New Year!
We want tamariki and rangatahi across Aotearoa to shine as bright as Matariki does and we'll keep working hard to empower them to be the best versions of themselves.
Kanapa mai rangatahi mā - ngā rangatira mo … View moreNgā mihi o te tau hou Māori e hoa mā! Happy Māori New Year!
We want tamariki and rangatahi across Aotearoa to shine as bright as Matariki does and we'll keep working hard to empower them to be the best versions of themselves.
Kanapa mai rangatahi mā - ngā rangatira mo āpōpō!
This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.
There are many ways to take part! From hosting a… View moreThis month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.
There are many ways to take part! From hosting a multicultural potluck or film screening to providing prevention information / resources in other languages, there are thousands of ways big and small to make our households, neighbourhoods, schools and businesses even more inclusive. It could even be as simple as learning from a neighbour how to say ‘hello’ in their first language or ensuring local footpaths are clear and accessible.
Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re creating inclusive communities this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:
info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz
A recall has been issued for Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen.
The recall comes after a packaging blunder led to Beef and Cheese Pies being contained in Beef and Gravy Pies wrapping.
Here's what you need to know:
- Consumers with a milk … View moreA recall has been issued for Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen.
The recall comes after a packaging blunder led to Beef and Cheese Pies being contained in Beef and Gravy Pies wrapping.
Here's what you need to know:
- Consumers with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume this product.
- Products affected include those with a best before date marking of August 16 2022.
- The pie's batch marking is 16022 for outer packaging and 16023 for individual pies.
- The product was sold in supermarkets throughout New Zealand.
Individuals with a milk allergy should return the product to their retailer and email sales@pavillionfoods.co.nz or call 021 365 006 for a full refund. Any other concerns can be directed to Gluten Free Holdings Ltd on 021 365 006.
For more information, please visit the New Zealand Food Safety website.
I opened stuff tonight and what did I see? A picture of shelves devoid of toilet paper in Wellington, that shoud've been there.
Folks, Covid is a respiratory disease in the first place - it's not Cholera!
You do not get the dire rear from Covid.
Reminds me of this joke I read a year … View moreI opened stuff tonight and what did I see? A picture of shelves devoid of toilet paper in Wellington, that shoud've been there.
Folks, Covid is a respiratory disease in the first place - it's not Cholera!
You do not get the dire rear from Covid.
Reminds me of this joke I read a year ago: " It's the year 2039, and John gets to open the last pack of toilet paper that his mother bought in 2020". I actually observed a woman coming out of Countdown with 3-4 18packs of toilet paper last year and her little 4-5 year old asking her why she bought all that stuff. Mom was not amused! LoL.
Nine months ago a guy crashed his car through our fence and on to our property. He has made several unfulfilled promises to remove it, but has not. Unsure of our rights can anyone help?
The days are getting cold. Why not support the Red Cross and get your winter clothing from us. We have a good range of men’s and women’s clothing at low prices. We are at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville.
Advertise your entry-level and apprentice roles with Competenz through our free online job board, we have pre-qualified and motivated jobseekers ready to match with your organisation.
Find your next apprentice with Competenz!
Hi neighbours,
We have a team of experienced avocado pickers ready to go for the season. Both hydralada + operator and also ground pickers.
Message me for more information
Nature is far too beautiful to be kept outside. Create a haven in your home with the Resene Willow Wallpaper Collection. With designs to help you relax, recuperate and revive, this collection will help make your house a home.
View the full Resene Wallpaper Collection at your local Resene … View moreNature is far too beautiful to be kept outside. Create a haven in your home with the Resene Willow Wallpaper Collection. With designs to help you relax, recuperate and revive, this collection will help make your house a home.
View the full Resene Wallpaper Collection at your local Resene ColorShop or get a taste of the latest releases online
Kia ora neighbours, a Northland cat whose head became stuck in a tin can while scrounging for scraps had to be rescued by police.
The cat was only minutes away from death when sergeant Paul Nicholas discovered the animal on Charles St in Kamo.
“While it looked quite comical, I realised it was … View moreKia ora neighbours, a Northland cat whose head became stuck in a tin can while scrounging for scraps had to be rescued by police.
The cat was only minutes away from death when sergeant Paul Nicholas discovered the animal on Charles St in Kamo.
“While it looked quite comical, I realised it was fairly serious,” Nicholas said.
Read the full story by clicking the link below.
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