Meremere, Mercer

2781 days ago

What have you been unexpectedly fantastic at?

Briar Hubbard Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
After speaking with Karl Beaver and Jay Ammon, who built a jetsprinting boat, and went on to win the last round of the New Zealand Jetsprint Association Championships, with limited racing experience, it got us thinking;

Have you ever picked up a hobby and surprised yourself at … View more
Hey Neighbours,
After speaking with Karl Beaver and Jay Ammon, who built a jetsprinting boat, and went on to win the last round of the New Zealand Jetsprint Association Championships, with limited racing experience, it got us thinking;

Have you ever picked up a hobby and surprised yourself at how well you did?
Have you ever tried your hand at something new and beaten a pro?

We'd love to hear your stories and see your photos!
Comments may be used for a potential story - so let us know if you don't want your comment published.

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2781 days ago

Get to know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

This week is NZ Sign Language week. Make it your mission to learn a handful of NZSL words this week - we'll help!

Today's word is COMMUNITY - In an emergency a big part of getting through is banding together with your community.
Get to know your neighbours, find out who can help you… View more
This week is NZ Sign Language week. Make it your mission to learn a handful of NZSL words this week - we'll help!

Today's word is COMMUNITY - In an emergency a big part of getting through is banding together with your community.
Get to know your neighbours, find out who can help you and who might need your help.

Find out more about being prepared at www.happens.nz...

#NZSLWeek2018
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2782 days ago

Poll: Should there be compulsory Te Reo in schools?

Briar Hubbard Reporter from Franklin County News

Hey Neighbours,
What are your thoughts on introducing compulsory Te Reo in schools?
Why do you think it is, or isn't important?

Read more here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should there be compulsory Te Reo in schools?
  • 26.3% Yes, it should be compulsory
    26.3% Complete
  • 68.4% Nope, it shouldn't be compulsory
    68.4% Complete
  • 5.3% As long as the kids are learning something, I'm happy
    5.3% Complete
38 votes
2787 days ago

PYC Tramping Club

Helen Pulman from Pukekohe Youth Centre

Day tramps are arranged monthly to encourage young people to
experience and explore nature and the outdoors in the parks and
reserves around us. Experienced leaders plan and lead these
excursions, and teach and encourage learning safe outdoor
practices, teamwork, companionship and … View more
Day tramps are arranged monthly to encourage young people to
experience and explore nature and the outdoors in the parks and
reserves around us. Experienced leaders plan and lead these
excursions, and teach and encourage learning safe outdoor
practices, teamwork, companionship and leadership qualities.
Young people and families are all welcome
Children under 8yrs need to be accompanied by an adult
This month Sunday 20th May
we will travel to Karangahake Gorge
via Paeroa to Waihi at the junction of the Coromandel Range and the Mamaku Range
Fill in the form and return to Ross at the Youth Centre Ph : 2385125

2782 days ago

Here's what you need to know about phone scams

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In recent weeks there has been a high number of calls from false caller IDs to kiwi mobile phones. If you've noticed a missed call from a number you don't recognise (particularly international numbers), it is important that you don't call this number back and consider reporting this … View moreIn recent weeks there has been a high number of calls from false caller IDs to kiwi mobile phones. If you've noticed a missed call from a number you don't recognise (particularly international numbers), it is important that you don't call this number back and consider reporting this as a potential scam.

Phone companies are advising customers to reject these calls and if you have friends or family living overseas, it is recommended to have their numbers added as contacts in your mobile phone, so you can identify when they are calling you.

- Check out these tips from Netsafe for how to help protect yourself from scams.
- Read about the different types of scams you could be caught out by including wangiri (one ring) and 'technical support' scams
- Find out how to report a phone scam here.

If you’re not sure if something is legitimate or genuine you can contact Netsafe free advice seven days a week on 0508 NETSAFE or visit netsafe.org.nz

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2782 days ago

Is this New Zealand's best boss?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hey Neighbours,

How's this for boosting workplace morale? Christchurch boss Paul Kelly is celebrating 20 years in the business by flying the entire staff to Las Vegas for a week. Has your boss ever showed incredible generosity?
To read more, click here.

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2787 days ago

Do you think midwives should be paid more?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,
Did you hear the chant "1,2,3,4, midwives deserve more", ring out across Hamilton? Hundreds of people marched in their purple attire to support midwives around the country. What are your thoughts? Should midwives be paid more? Let us know in the replies! To read more, … View more
Hi neighbours,
Did you hear the chant "1,2,3,4, midwives deserve more", ring out across Hamilton? Hundreds of people marched in their purple attire to support midwives around the country. What are your thoughts? Should midwives be paid more? Let us know in the replies! To read more, click here.

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