When the port town of Lyttleton was devastated by a series of earthquakes, time banking helped ...
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Time banking – the time swap
One of our readers has recently brought to our attention the movement called Time Banking. There ...
Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow – Lyn Potter reviews
It was a pleasure to be invited to a High Tea party recently to meet Jessica ...
Capturing & creating family memories
In an earlier lifetime, I used to be a photographer. Here’s a tip – if you ...
New Zealand book festival
Four years ago, a friend of mine who lives in Devonport, became despondent and then angry ...
Guy Fawkes pet safety checklist
Spare a thought for your pets this Guy Fawkes - they can be seriously distressed by the loud noises and bright flashes of fireworks.
7 Ways to improve bathroom safety for seniors
Whether from increased age or a sickness or ailment, the bathing process can become increasingly more ...
Going walkabout in Canada: Part Five
The Potters packed a sturdy pair of hiking shoes and a walking pole each and travelled ...
Why great date nights start at fifty
Have you ever looked at a young couple in love and thought ‘wow remember what it ...
Safe housing an important priority
The good news for mature New Zealanders is that we are living longer than ever before ...