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Congratulations to Jenni Moore, Marilyn Cox, Don McDonald-Spice, and Dr George Perera; the 4 recipients of our 2024 Civic Honour Awards. A Civic Honour is the highest award we can bestow, recognising outstanding voluntary service to the community.
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Between them Dr Perera, … View moreCongratulations to Jenni Moore, Marilyn Cox, Don McDonald-Spice, and Dr George Perera; the 4 recipients of our 2024 Civic Honour Awards. A Civic Honour is the highest award we can bestow, recognising outstanding voluntary service to the community.
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Between them Dr Perera, Marilyn, Don and Jenni have served the widest needs of diverse communities - medical, social, cultural, artistic, environmental and much more. They have shown a deep understanding of people, issues, and the enormous relief and sometimes joy, that a helping hand can provide. Each is an example of the best each of us can offer to the community in our lifetime. It is a privilege to give the recognition they deserve, and we'll be telling you more about each of their stories in the coming weeks.
Do you know someone else who deserves this recognition? Nominations are now open for next year's ceremony, and must be made by 1 May 2025: www.wdc.govt.nz...
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🔥 URGENT: Please do not put used fireworks in your paper-recycling!
Unfortunately we had a fire this morning in Whangaumu Bay, when used fireworks caught alight and had to be dumped, then extinguished by volunteer firefighters.
🧨 HOW TO DISPOSE OF USED FIREWORKS 🧨
1️⃣ Please soak… View more🔥 URGENT: Please do not put used fireworks in your paper-recycling!
Unfortunately we had a fire this morning in Whangaumu Bay, when used fireworks caught alight and had to be dumped, then extinguished by volunteer firefighters.
🧨 HOW TO DISPOSE OF USED FIREWORKS 🧨
1️⃣ Please soak used fireworks in a bucket of water overnight.
2️⃣ Put the wet fireworks in your standard rubbish bag - they cannot be recycled
In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!
The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.
Get this to keep your cooked turkey/chicken moist !
Use it to store baking
Measures :
14 cm high
34 cm handle to handle
31 cm wide
Pick up Kamo
Dive into our Introductory Resin Workshop!
Join us for a fun-filled sessions where you can unleash your creativity and whip up some dazzling resin masterpieces—all while surrounded by fantastic company!
Check it out tonight! Be safe and have fun!
Working Bee this Saturday for Reyburn House and grounds.
- Saturday 2nd November from 9am - 12pm
We've been saving up all the important tasks for our next working bee and we would just love your help if you can spare some time?
Meet us at 9am in the Firebirds Pottery Studio (next to the… View moreWorking Bee this Saturday for Reyburn House and grounds.
- Saturday 2nd November from 9am - 12pm
We've been saving up all the important tasks for our next working bee and we would just love your help if you can spare some time?
Meet us at 9am in the Firebirds Pottery Studio (next to the Art Studio) at the Town Basin and pick a job from our list.
Cake and refreshments provided, all help greatly appreciated.
You are invited to attend the "A Celebration of Heritage Roses' Day at Reyburn House at Town Basin.
There are over 100 Heritage Roses growing and on display at Reyburn House.
Starts at 9.00am and finishes at 1.00pm.
Venetian plaster finishes are on-trend at the moment, so why not recreate this look at home and cover that unsightly rangehood at the same time?
Find out how to create your own with Resene Sandtex and these easy step by step instructions.
All hallows eve has always had a spooky tradition along with "Trick and Treat." Notice I wrote "Trick AND Treat." "Trick OR Treat" is just a nonsensical Americanism.
It was a bit like Carol Singers except it was groups of children going door knocking. At each door, … View moreAll hallows eve has always had a spooky tradition along with "Trick and Treat." Notice I wrote "Trick AND Treat." "Trick OR Treat" is just a nonsensical Americanism.
It was a bit like Carol Singers except it was groups of children going door knocking. At each door, the children would offer to do a 'trick'. They might sing or dance or something else. The house holder would give them a reward. Then two months later a church group would do the same and then after singing a carol, they would collect some alms.
I don't know how it got corrupted into the modern, "demanding presents with menaces." Perhaps someone could enlighten me.
This coming Monday is Labour Day in New Zealand. This public holiday marks when the eight-hour workday and 48-hour workweek became law in 1899. The idea started with Samuel Parnell, a carpenter in Wellington, who in 1840 refused to work more than eight hours a day. Since skilled workers were in … View moreThis coming Monday is Labour Day in New Zealand. This public holiday marks when the eight-hour workday and 48-hour workweek became law in 1899. The idea started with Samuel Parnell, a carpenter in Wellington, who in 1840 refused to work more than eight hours a day. Since skilled workers were in short supply, his employer had to agree.
As more skilled workers arrived, employers tried to change working conditions, but Parnell and others kept pushing for better rights. In 1890, Parnell led a Labour Day parade of 1,500 people to promote the eight-hour day. He passed away shortly after, and nine years later, Labour Day became an official public holiday.
Do you feel that we have reached the ideal in working environments yet? What rights are you passionate about relating to employment? Share your thoughts!
Ryman Healthcare has donated $466,640 to Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand while announcing Hato Hone St John as its new charity partner.
Ryman’s Executive Chair, Dean Hamilton, presented the cheque to the charity at a special event held at Murray Halberg Village in Auckland.
Tim … View moreRyman Healthcare has donated $466,640 to Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand while announcing Hato Hone St John as its new charity partner.
Ryman’s Executive Chair, Dean Hamilton, presented the cheque to the charity at a special event held at Murray Halberg Village in Auckland.
Tim Edmonds, CEO of Leukemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand, described the donation as ’vitally important’ to the work the charity does.
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Congratulations to this week's winners:
Sam Fuller from Red Beach
Johanna Mortis from Saint Clair
Matthew Hardy from Kelburn
… View moreCongratulations to this week's winners:
Sam Fuller from Red Beach
Johanna Mortis from Saint Clair
Matthew Hardy from Kelburn
Anne Fahey from Woolston
They've each won a $100 petrol voucher.
If you're a winner, get in touch here.
Not a winner this week? There's always next week!
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