Maggie Barry Wellington, June 30, 2017 A new elder abuse intervention service starts tomorrow (July 1) to keep older New Zealanders safe. Elder abuse is a scourge on our society and it’s time for all of us to make it clear, it’s not OK. All seniors deserve to be treated with respect, with dignity and with care, whatever their cultural…
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Muslims ignorant of spiritual significance of Eid
Dr Salih Yucel Sydney, Australia, June 30, 2017 Eid is considered as a time of joy and happiness in Islam. Muslims assemble in Mosques on the morning of Eid in a joyful atmosphere to offer their thankfulness to the Most Generous One for helping them to fulfil their spiritual obligations. With Eid Takbirat, which include exalting, glorifying and thanking God…
Read MorePetition to MPs on abused children
Supplied Content Wellington, June 30, 2017 New Zealanders who were abused as children and vulnerable adults while in state care are calling on other survivors and supporters to join them at Parliament on Thursday, July 6, 2017 as they present an open letter and petition to MPs for a public inquiry and apology. This is about justice for all New…
Read MoreSmall groceries allowed to sell liquor
Mark Mitchell The Government is taking steps to ensure that small grocery businesses can continue to hold liquor licences. The moves are designed to ensure the continued responsible sale and supply of alcohol. Under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012, grocery stores can hold an off-licence if the store’s principal business is the sale of food products, which…
Read MoreAuckland City Rail Link on track with pact
Supplied Content Auckland, June 30, 2017 Auckland Mayor Phil Goff, Deputy Mayor Cashmore and Steven Joyce and Simon Bridges, respectively Finance and Transport Ministers formalised the partnership between the Government and Auckland Council today. The Agreement will deliver the 3.45 kilometre City Rail Link – New Zealand’s largest infrastructure project. When complete, the $3.4 billion City Rail Link (CRL) will…
Read MoreLook good, feel better today as we fight Cancer
‘Look Good, Feed Better’ Charity marks Silver Jubilee Supplied Content Auckland, June 30, 2017 Today marks the start of Look Good Feel Better’s annual campaign Feel Better Month, to raise vital funds to host thousands of women, men and teenagers with cancer across the country. Cancer is on the increase and that growth is fuelling changes for charities like Look…
Read MoreVoter registration is mandatory, easy fast
Supplied Content Wellington, June 30, 2017 Voters who have not received an enrolment update pack in the mail need to act now to make sure they are enrolled and ready to vote in this year’s General Election. 3.15 million personalised enrolment packs have been sent to voters this week to check they are correctly enrolled. “If you haven’t received an…
Read More‘Live Experience’ for Rugby fans at Second Test
Sheevas Dayal Auckland, July 29, 2017 This Saturday’s (July 1, 2017) Test match between the All Blacks and the British & Irish Lions will be the first chance for fans to get a closer look at the action with the launch of the Stadium’s ‘Live experience,’ as a part of the new All Blacks App. It would be the first-time…
Read More‘Live Experience’ for Rugby fans at Second Test
Sheevas Dayal Auckland, July 29, 2017 This Saturday’s (July 1, 2017) Test match between the All Blacks and the British & Irish Lions will be the first chance for fans to get a closer look at the action with the launch of the Stadium’s ‘Live experience,’ as a part of the new All Blacks App. It would be the first-time…
Read More‘Live Experience’ for Rugby fans at Second Test
Sheevas Dayal Auckland, July 29, 2017 This Saturday’s (July 1, 2017) Test match between the All Blacks and the British & Irish Lions will be the first chance for fans to get a closer look at the action with the launch of the Stadium’s ‘Live experience,’ as a part of the new All Blacks App. It would be the first-time…
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