Christmas Security Message
Remember in the lead up to Christmas, and over the holiday period, to ensure the security of your home, due to a seasonal increase of burglaries, when you leave check that all windows are closed, doors locked and out buildings locked.
Some Further Ideas When You Go On Holiday
· Cancel milk, newspaper and mail deliveries.
· Have a neighbour stop by to collect junk mail, and open and close curtains.
· Make sure your neighbours know where they can contact you in an emergency and when you will be home.
· Invite neighbours to use your driveway and clothesline to make it look like someone is home.
· Make arrangements for family pets to be looked after.
· If you are away for more than a few days, arrange to have your lawns mown.
· Consider inviting a relative or friend to house sit for you.
· Whatever you do, don't leave a message on your answer phone that you are away. Instead, clear the messages yourself or arrange to have a friend check them regularly for you.
Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?
Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.
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83.6% Yes
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14.2% No
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2.3% Other - I'll share below!
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Backing world-leading work happening here
The Waikato Medical Research Foundation (WMRF) has two funding rounds a year, the first one for 2024 closed yesterday, 30 April, with ten applications received. The second is open from 1 September to 31 October, check out their website for more info see the WMRF link below.
We keenly support the WMRF through the ‘Waikato Medical Research Foundation Fund’, which its board set up with us just on a a year ago for the particular purpose of making it easier for the public to contribute towards the success of the region’s health research sector.
To find out more, check out the WMRF story from our recent Annual Report at the Momentum link below.
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