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36 days ago

Irish Interest Lower North Island EDUCATION DAY 1 Nov 2025

Donna from Otaki District

10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. at Tawa Union Church, 6 Elena Pl, Tawa.
$10 members - $18 non-members
Tracing your Ancestors in the Royal Irish Constabulary and other Irish Police Forces.
A zoom presentation from Dublin by Jim Herlihy on the Royal Irish Constabulary and its records, plus presentations by three of our members who have RIC ancestors

Book on-line: www.trybooking.com...

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Vincent from Paraparaumu

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4 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53% Yes
    53% Complete
  • 47% No
    47% Complete
1607 votes
1 day ago

Make the holidays easier this year!

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

We’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.

A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- Prep food ahead to keep Christmas Day relaxed

Click read more for the full list of tips.

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