Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Would you want an unconventional funeral?

• Yes
• No
• Other - I'll share below!

Vote View Results

• 85.9% Yes
  85.9% Complete
• 12.5% No
  12.5% Complete
• 1.7% Other - I'll share below!
  1.7% Complete

1148 votes

Celebrating Our Resident Authors On World Book Day

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

It was World Book Day on the 23rd of April, so what better time to celebrate some of our talented residents who have published books.

They range from children’s books, to poems, from non-fiction to a first novel - and all are proof that there is no age limit when it comes to creativity!

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THE MAHARA PLACE MARKET IS ON TODAY

Gary from Waikanae

Come on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers, Locally Grown Avocados, Local Waikanae Honey, Sewing Crafts, Prenzel Products, The Rawleigh's Man, Good quality Bric-a-Brac, Books, Records and lots lots more. Grab a coffee, visit the market and the local shops. See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL!!

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