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Primary school students from around the district put their engineering and science skills to the test in the Epro8 Challenge on June 9.
The problem solving race was held at Parawai School, with 33 teams of four year 5-8 students competing over two days.
Those who made the semi-finals will ...
So many people asked for this, we came up with a second edition. This hits newsstands today! Get your copy before they're all gone.
Age Concern New Zealand is running an "Elder Abuse Hits Close to Home" awareness campaign in June. Did you know that more than 75% of alleged abusers are family members? We hear awful stories in the media of older people being abused in care facilities, scammed on the internet or taunted … View moreAge Concern New Zealand is running an "Elder Abuse Hits Close to Home" awareness campaign in June. Did you know that more than 75% of alleged abusers are family members? We hear awful stories in the media of older people being abused in care facilities, scammed on the internet or taunted by the general public, but for thousands of older New Zealander's the abuse happens in their own home. Please get in contact with your local Age Concern if you suspect a family member, friend or neighbour is being abused. We can Help. #WEAAD #alwaysrespected
SuperValue is dedicated to supporting our local community. This is why each month, every SuperValue Supermarket will make a charitable donation to a deserving community group or individual as part of the SuperValue Community Cash charitable grant program.
If you are a community group such as a … View moreSuperValue is dedicated to supporting our local community. This is why each month, every SuperValue Supermarket will make a charitable donation to a deserving community group or individual as part of the SuperValue Community Cash charitable grant program.
If you are a community group such as a club, school or trust, or an individual with a community project underway and just need a hand, you could be chosen as a recipient of a $200 donation!
We want everyone to have an absolute blast while they're here... but most importantly we want everyone to stay safe on our roads. Download the PDF attachment below and share it with your English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish mates.
Another great thing happening on Wednesday, at the Transition Cafe is a pre-launch introduction to OUR CLIMATE DECLARATION. As this nation-wide Declaration says: "It is time to take our future into our own hands...... a different kind of future... based on respect, democracy and fairness, … View moreAnother great thing happening on Wednesday, at the Transition Cafe is a pre-launch introduction to OUR CLIMATE DECLARATION. As this nation-wide Declaration says: "It is time to take our future into our own hands...... a different kind of future... based on respect, democracy and fairness, which takes care of people and of Nature...where our climate is protected... by opposing the damaging things that are happening, and inventing, creating and supporting the positive alternatives." The declaration has been initiated by a group from all over the country, including Thames locals Jeanette Fitzsimmons, Harry Parke, and Denis Tegg. 7pm Wednesday at Brew Bar and Cafe.
Mayor Sandra Goudie has adopted a traditional Syrian robe into her official regalia.
During her next official outing and at least once in the council chamber, the Thames-Coromandel leader plans to wear the black robe of finely woven cotton. The trim, a striking gold material, frames the … View moreMayor Sandra Goudie has adopted a traditional Syrian robe into her official regalia.
During her next official outing and at least once in the council chamber, the Thames-Coromandel leader plans to wear the black robe of finely woven cotton. The trim, a striking gold material, frames the traditional pattern from the war-torn country.
There'll be no plastic flowers or large grave stones allowed at a new burial park established near Thames.
The natural burial park, for those wanting an eco-friendly burial, is the brainchild of a group of people who got together in 2015 to explore alternative options due ot their concern … View moreThere'll be no plastic flowers or large grave stones allowed at a new burial park established near Thames.
The natural burial park, for those wanting an eco-friendly burial, is the brainchild of a group of people who got together in 2015 to explore alternative options due ot their concern about the environmental impact of conventional burials.
You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!
Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky … View moreYou might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!
Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky Neighbourly member a $50 birthday Prezzy® card!
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A bright red 1938 telephone box has been transformed into a money machine and installed in Tairua's main street this week.
The telephone box-money machine is the brainchild of Gavin Morris, who retired eight years ago and returned to Tairua after several years spent sailing.
Morris is the … View moreA bright red 1938 telephone box has been transformed into a money machine and installed in Tairua's main street this week.
The telephone box-money machine is the brainchild of Gavin Morris, who retired eight years ago and returned to Tairua after several years spent sailing.
Morris is the new ...
The New Zealand Herald has taken up my story on my latest blog – which revealed the (as yet not officially published) government's advice on sea level rise to local councils. The Govt's advice is that new development such as roads, subdivision, intensification of housing areas will in … View moreThe New Zealand Herald has taken up my story on my latest blog – which revealed the (as yet not officially published) government's advice on sea level rise to local councils. The Govt's advice is that new development such as roads, subdivision, intensification of housing areas will in future have to be 1.9 m above high tide, and for existing development councils will have to plan for at least 1 m of sea level rise.
The Herald story uses a map from my blog showing one scenario for projected sea level rise for Thames Township and quotes Mayor Sandra Goudie. Sandra makes some good points that local councils will need much greater financial help from Central Government to adapt to sea level rise. But she glosses over the fact that right now her Council has the financial capability and the expertise (with Regional Council) to identify and map coastal flooding and other hazards due to sea level rise. This mapping and identification needs to be done by councils right now, and there are no excuses for delay.
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36 years ago UK Doco Warned of Consequences
Nearly 40 years ago in 1981 a UK documentary accurately warned about climate change and rising sea levels. Here on the Peninsula we ignored those warnings and have continued to ignore them for nearly 40 years.
Even when 96% of climate scientists … View more36 years ago UK Doco Warned of Consequences
Nearly 40 years ago in 1981 a UK documentary accurately warned about climate change and rising sea levels. Here on the Peninsula we ignored those warnings and have continued to ignore them for nearly 40 years.
Even when 96% of climate scientists and 180 nations agreed that the problem was real, we were causing it and we needed to take drastic action we continue to allow development on our coast less than 1 m above sea level. This has included subdivisions, housing, waterways projects and retirement villages.
We still don't have accurate mapping of sea flooding hazard or any sort of adaption plan for local communities
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NZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!
On top of … View moreNZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!
On top of that, we’ve got some really fun activities where you get the opportunity to apply hands on skills in the areas of: Cookery, Hospitality, Contact Centre, Business, Retail and Early Childhood Education. If you enjoy these activities and decide to grow your skills further, then you can even enroll on the day!
To find out more about this Open Day, visit our website, we can’t wait to see you there!
A ticket sold in Thames has won $27 million in Saturday night's Powerball Lotto draw. How would you spend it?
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