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Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.
If … View moreDid you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.
If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse know that it's okay to speak out...
Call 0800 EA NOT OK (08000 32 668 65) for free and confidential help or visit the Age Concern New Zealand website for more advice and resources:
Is the opening of a cannabis club where marijuana can be bought and used a sign of an increasingly relaxed attitude towards the drug in New Zealand?
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Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View moreLong-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.
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The Biggest ever BLOCK BUSTER SALE is about to hit the town!
Paula's Home & Living are SLASHING PRICES! 20%-70% OFF Floor Stock Storewide, plus epic DAILY DEALS at 90% Off for 10 days only* 9 am Friday 14 June to Sunday 23 June
And if you are looking to escape the winter blues, we … View moreThe Biggest ever BLOCK BUSTER SALE is about to hit the town!
Paula's Home & Living are SLASHING PRICES! 20%-70% OFF Floor Stock Storewide, plus epic DAILY DEALS at 90% Off for 10 days only* 9 am Friday 14 June to Sunday 23 June
And if you are looking to escape the winter blues, we might be able to help! Every purchase in store during the sale period goes in the draw to WIN a $2500 Flight Centre Gift Card for a holiday of your choice.
The juice has run dry over winter for e-scooter provider Lime which will cease operations in the …
Wellington Water is urging Wellington harbour users to stay out of the water in the inner harbour due to suspected pollution from sewage, particularly around and near Shed 5.
We are currently investigating this and will update when further information is available. Meanwhile, protect your health … View moreWellington Water is urging Wellington harbour users to stay out of the water in the inner harbour due to suspected pollution from sewage, particularly around and near Shed 5.
We are currently investigating this and will update when further information is available. Meanwhile, protect your health by not swimming in the area and be careful about any contact with the water.
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