Article Archive for May 2011
“Searching for Buddha” with Heather Hapeta
Thistle Hall, Cuba Street, Wellington, New Zealand. Thursday 30th June –Sunday 3rd July 10am-5pm
Heather …
Vodafone Calls on Social Entreprenuers to Make a Difference
The Vodafone New Zealand Foundation is looking for social entrepreneurs who want to make a difference in the lives of young Kiwis and will pay eight individuals to do just that.
The …
Migration Patterns Linked to Genetic Differences in New Zealand Seabirds
NIWA & The University of Auckland EMBARGOED UNTIL 31 MAY 2011
Migration patterns linked to genetic differences in New Zealand seabirds
Ground-breaking research by NIWA and The University of Auckland, investigating the annual movements of New …
New Zealand Bee Week: 30 May – 03 June 2011
Every year the National Beekeepers’ Association of NZ runs a National Bee Week. This year Bee Week will run from 30 May to 3 June.
More than one third of what we eat is the …
Mark Cabaj Workshops: Communities Leading – Working Together In Place 13 & 15 June
Mark Cabaj Workshops: Communities Leading – Working Together In Place 13 & 15 June
Inspiring Communities, with local partners, is delighted to bring Mark Cabaj to New Zealand next month and to offer …
Compassionate Communication: Getting Started with Mindfulness and Jackals
By LaShelle Lowe-Chardé
Getting Started with Mindfulness & Jackals
The foundation of Compassionate Communication (NVC) is mindfulness. Awareness of what’s happening and what’s creating disconnect sets the stage for change. Thus I continually encourage those wishing to …
Matariki Celebration Planning is Underway in Southland
Venture Southland – enterprise, tourism and community development
Media Release
Wednesday, 25 May 2011
Southland Matariki celebrations, held annually in June, will once again include a variety of events that mark the start of Maori New Year. Southland …
Hutt City Council Recognised As An Environmental Leader
Hutt City Council is the first local council in New Zealand to obtain the international environmental management ISO 14001 accreditation for all areas of business.
The accreditation recognises Council’s proactive approach towards environmental sustainability and compliance …
Final Call for Young New Zealanders to ‘Be the Change’
UNICEF NZ (UN Children’s Fund)
Media Release
26 May 2011
Final Call for Young New Zealanders to ‘Be the Change’
With Youth Week taking place this week (21-29 May) UNICEF NZ (UN Children’s Fund) is making a final …
New Research Shows Kiwis Want Over a Third of Our Oceans Protected
Media release
For immediate release 26 May 2011
New research shows Kiwis want over a third of our oceans protected
New Colmar Brunton polling has revealed that New Zealanders want more than a third of our oceans protected …
Join Hikurangi’s Action for a National Cycleway Network
All pedals are go!
Hikurangi – Creating Cycleway Action
Join Hikurangi’s Action for a National Cycleway Network
Announcing our plans for new action on cycleways.
Since 2008 Hikurangi has been committed to working alongside many organisations and individuals for …
Watch a Film This Sunday and Help Christchurch
Press release: Variety, the Children’s Charity
Catherine Orr
Date: 24/05/2011
Cinemas nationwide have come together to help Christchurch families following the earthquake, by donating proceeds from two charity screenings on Sunday, 29 May. New Zealanders …
Highlanders Help Kick Off Yellow-eyed Penguin Trust Planting Season
Thanks to the Speight’s Brewery Environment Fund, the Yellow-eyed Penguin Trust Nursery kicked off their planting season this year on International Day of Biological Diversity, Sunday 22 May, 2011 at Tavora …
Kāpiti Coast’s Greenest Street: Finding Her Green Roots
Blog 10: By Stacey Gasson
With admirable honesty Terena confesses that, until she joined Kapiti Coast’s Greenest Street competition, the abundant resources available to her often went to waste. Blessed with a vegetable garden, orchard and …
Book Review: How to Retire in Twelve Months’ by Serena Star Leonard.
Book review: By Charlotte Squire
“Act like anything is possible … because it is!” This is a line from business coach Serena Star Leonard’s new book ‘How to Retire in Twelve Months – Turning Passion into …
Lincoln University Graduate Brings ‘Power’ful Green Plan to Central London
18 May 2011
NEWS FROM LINCOLN UNIVERSITY
Lincoln University landscape graduate brings ‘power’ful plan to Central London
A Lincoln University landscape architecture graduate is set to stamp a distinctive green mark on the future appearance of Britain’s capital …
The Auckland Writers and Readers Festival 2011 Boasts Record Numbers
The Auckland Writers & Readers Festival 2011 boasts a 21% increase to a record 32,000 attendance during 11-15 May.
Auckland’s Aotea Centre lit up for five days and audiences came in droves. School students, university students; …
You Could Be the Boss of the Ministry of Youth Development for Youth Week 20th – 27th May 2011
The theme for this year’s Youth Week is STEP UP, Be heard, Take responsibility, Be YOUth! The Ministry of Youth Development is committed to promoting young people’s development and participation in our …
Ecological Footprint of Kiwi Lifestyles Under the Microscope
An in-depth research project is set to consider how kiwis live in terms of the consumption of the world’s key resources and how communities can become more resilient by reducing their dependence on these resources …
Compassionate Communication: Loving without Giving Yourself Away
By LaShelle Lowe-Chardé
Whether you are falling in love, offering counseling, or listening to a friend, you give the biggest gift by staying connected to yourself at the same time.
The pleasure and intensity of a strong …
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