249 days ago

Did you hear the latest on the ski fields?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

Ngāti Tūwharetoa has pulled the pin on plans to buy Whakapapa and Tūroa skifields.

And the iwi has warned the Government it could take court action if any sale went ahead.

In a letter sent to Māori-Crown Relations agency Te Arawhiti, Te Kotahitanga o Ngāti Tūwharetoa Trust chief executive Nigel Chee said the business case did not stack up.

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1 day ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

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9 days ago

Poll: Have you ever been bullied?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

People associate bullying with children in schools, but it can actually stretch beyond childhood to workplaces or neighbourhoods.

This Friday is Pink Shirt Day, which began in Canada in 2007 when two students took a stand against homophobic bullying after a new student was harassed for wearing pink. People across the globe are now encouraged to wear pink on this day to take a stand against bullying and promote inclusivity.

Have you or your whānau ever experienced bullying? Share your thoughts on Pink Shirt Day below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Have you ever been bullied?
  • 80.1% Yes
    80.1% Complete
  • 19.4% No
    19.4% Complete
  • 0.4% Other - I'll share below
    0.4% Complete
1817 votes
7 days ago

Tips for moving to a retirement village with a pet

Jane Winstone Retirement Village

Moving to a retirement village marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities waiting to be explored. Naturally, you want to share this journey with your beloved furry companion, and at Ryman, you are welcome to bring your pet along, provided they are suitable for the village environment.

Once your pet is approved for the village, the focus shifts to ensuring a smooth transition for them. Dogs and cats, being creatures of habit, may find relocating stressful. However, with patience and a thoughtful approach, we can mitigate their anxiety and help them settle into their new surroundings seamlessly.

For more tips click read more.

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