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Whitianga Hotel's application to renew its liquor licence has been declined, with more than 20 workers losing their jobs because of it.
Owners Tony and Lisa Dowse don't expect the Hotel to last long without the licence, saying (the committee) "have actually killed us".
… View moreWhitianga Hotel's application to renew its liquor licence has been declined, with more than 20 workers losing their jobs because of it.
Owners Tony and Lisa Dowse don't expect the Hotel to last long without the licence, saying (the committee) "have actually killed us".
Read more here.
Kahutara Primary School in Featherston is switching to LEDs. All LEDs are Gen Less bulbs as they use less energy, which ultimately helps halt climate change. If we all got on board and switched now it would make a huge difference
#BeGenLess #GenLessBulbs <
Life was tough for Dontae Marino. But now he has been handed an award by Governor-General Dame Patsy Reddy and is a role model for youngsters.
The Ministry of Education is considering a ban on choke-risk foods including sausages, chips and popcorn in early childhood centres.
It's said that under-fives are at higher risk of choking because they have small air and food passages and are still learning how to chew food.
What do you … View moreThe Ministry of Education is considering a ban on choke-risk foods including sausages, chips and popcorn in early childhood centres.
It's said that under-fives are at higher risk of choking because they have small air and food passages and are still learning how to chew food.
What do you think? Should choke-risk foods be banned?
Creating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home. For the month of November, we want to raise awareness and work together to end all forms of violence including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and … View moreCreating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home. For the month of November, we want to raise awareness and work together to end all forms of violence including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more. These victimisations affect us all and can have lasting effects that spill into our everyday lives including at work and school.
To do your part this month, perhaps consider supporting a women’s refuge or work with Police in your area to host an info night on how to identify elder or child abuse in your community. This month’s campaign also coincides with White Ribbon Day on 25 November which is an internationally celebrated day that aims to prevent violence towards women.
Let us know how you’re spreading the ‘It’s Not OK’ message in your home or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZendviolence
With Summer well on its way with lovely long, light evenings, there's plenty of reason to get out and about. What's your go-to evening exercise?
Set in peaceful surroundings with beautiful trees and gardens, with good sized rooms to accommodate residents precious belongs.
The Matamata Country Lodge now has Assisted living apartments starting from $390,000 and Individual Chalets starting from $495 000.00. We have large Chalets with … View moreSet in peaceful surroundings with beautiful trees and gardens, with good sized rooms to accommodate residents precious belongs.
The Matamata Country Lodge now has Assisted living apartments starting from $390,000 and Individual Chalets starting from $495 000.00. We have large Chalets with plenty of space between each dwelling, all fully refurbished. When some additional care is required, our assisted living apartments are an excellent option.
We have various levels of care available to suit the individual needs of our assisted living residents - with a focus on maximising the residents privacy and independence.
We also provide Rest Home and Hospital Beds. Carer Support, Respite Care and Day Care.
Phone Darrell Shaw to discuss available options 07 888 4090.
Voting closes tomorrow, November 1. These amazing homegrown heroes were shortlisted after a public call for nominations from gardeners all over the country, and you can read about their wonderful work here. Then don't forget to click through to vote for your favourite!
Boaties are being urged to check their lifejackets before going out on the water.
Old kapok lifejackets, not made since the 1980s, are still being discovered even though they should have been destroyed by now. Gas cylinders in inflatable lifejackets can also corrode and leak if they are not … View moreBoaties are being urged to check their lifejackets before going out on the water.
Old kapok lifejackets, not made since the 1980s, are still being discovered even though they should have been destroyed by now. Gas cylinders in inflatable lifejackets can also corrode and leak if they are not checked.
Manufacturers recommend that lifejackets should be replaced after 10 years.
Click here to see how you can test your lifejacket.
Are you an aspiring author? Entries for the Sunday Star Times short story awards are now open!
The winning entry will receive a $3000 prize + there’s a $500 prize for students in our secondary school competition.
Full details and the entry form are here.
Dogs lolling beneath cafe tables while their owners sip lattes or glasses of pinot would have been unthinkable 30 years ago.
Now it is just the way Kiwis roll, with a raft of dog-friendly dining options available throughout the country. What do you think? Should dogs be allowed in cafes?
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