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Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?
This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear … View moreAre there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?
This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear implants.
Loud Shirt Day is a great way to commit serious fashion crimes and have a whole lot of fun. This year's theme is Superheroes, so grab your brightest, funkiest superhero outfits to wow others and raise money for a great cause. Register at loudshirtday.org.nz and we’ll send you a free fundraising pack. It’s that easy!
If you're keen to help kick-start our fundraising efforts, good news! You can donate via Givealittle here.
Thanks for your support,
Ankita
(Loud Shirt Day Coordinator)
The Bus and Coach Association has rubbished the idea of compulsory seat belts in all buses travellin…
Department of Conservation staff are sporting comfortable new uniforms complete with a distinctive b…
Dave Davies has owned a share of lakefront land his whole life, but he's only now getting to develop…
A new Hilltop home has been named the best of the Bay of Plenty, after winning eight awards at the …
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Developers say a new hotel in Taupō town centre will help liven up the town centre.
The proposed hotel will replace the carpark beside Vine Eatery.
Full story: www.stuff.co.nz...
*** What do you think of the new hotel? ***
It was standing room only at the start of the council's "Meet the Planners" event on Tuesday. The …
The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.
Find out more about what happened to Raukawa, … View moreThe confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.
Find out more about what happened to Raukawa, where you live, and how much the land was settled for - it may surprise.
Join Scenic at our free Information Sessions in Taupo on Thursday 9 August, to discover more about luxury river cruising & touring. Whether you cruise the waterways of Europe in 5-star luxury or experience the majestic wonders of Canada & Alaska, we can help you … View moreJoin Scenic at our free Information Sessions in Taupo on Thursday 9 August, to discover more about luxury river cruising & touring. Whether you cruise the waterways of Europe in 5-star luxury or experience the majestic wonders of Canada & Alaska, we can help you plan your next dream holiday.
Exclusive offers available only on the day. Strictly limited spaces – secure your seat now.
See your favourite musicals, including The Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof and My Fair Lady, performed by our music theatre specialists!
We pay tribute to singing greats like Jeanette McDonald, Nelson Eddy, Judy Garland and Dame Julie Andrews, and celebrate writers from the likes of Rodgers… View moreSee your favourite musicals, including The Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof and My Fair Lady, performed by our music theatre specialists!
We pay tribute to singing greats like Jeanette McDonald, Nelson Eddy, Judy Garland and Dame Julie Andrews, and celebrate writers from the likes of Rodgers & Hammerstein, Kern and Porter. Relive the romance and ‘feel-good’ attitude of the era!
All tickets include lunch after the show.
Booking in advance is recommended.
On 11 August 2018
Playcentre Open Day, 2 Kauri Drive, Wairakei Village: range of family orientated activities. Everyone welcome.
Celebration Dinner: 7 to 11pm at Bluelight Lodge, 10 Maire Street, Wairakei Village. $25pp. (adults only). Come catch up with old friends.
Pay by cash on the night or… View moreOn 11 August 2018
Playcentre Open Day, 2 Kauri Drive, Wairakei Village: range of family orientated activities. Everyone welcome.
Celebration Dinner: 7 to 11pm at Bluelight Lodge, 10 Maire Street, Wairakei Village. $25pp. (adults only). Come catch up with old friends.
Pay by cash on the night or deposit funds into our account:
03-0415-0040944-00
Queries and Dinner RSVP: wairakei@playcentre.org.nz
Students are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles … View moreStudents are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles at a leadership exercise in Palmerston North last year. However students can still use firearms as part of shooting clubs and competitions. Click here to read the full article and guidelines.
So what do you think of the new rules? Are you for or against them?
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