Kiwis’ Dinner Habits Revealed – Study

Kiwi cooks like to listen to music, hit the vino, watch tv and dance while making dinner, but those who do switch on the box while working their magic in the kitchen, are more likely to have to apologise for what they serve, according to new research.

Emergency Services become Superheroes

Off duty Firefighters, Police, Surf Lifeguards, Ambulance paramedics, and Coastguard are coming together to walk children to Meadowbank Primary School as part of Auckland Transport Walking School Bus month, this weeks theme being “Superheros”.

DLA Piper Strengthens the Future of Law in the Pacific.

Pacific Island law students learn from top New Zealand lawyer. DLA Piper has a longstanding pro bono commitment to supporting the rule of law in Pacific Island nations. As part of this, the firm develops the legal knowledge and skills of lawyers from countries including Fiji, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands and Tonga to help them better assist their local communities’ access legal help.

Wellington Pride Koha Class

The team behind Wellington’s premiere yoga studio, Awhi Yoga and Wellbeing, have announced a special Wellington Pride Koha Class celebrating the Wellington Pride Festival, on March 9th at 10 AM, with all proceeds going to Youthline Wellington.

Biochar – Putting Carbon Back into Soil

Biochar Network New Zealand (BNNZ) is planning to promote and support activities that provide widespread awareness, understanding and acceptance of Biochar in New Zealand, leading to a diverse range of production and application scenarios for the benefit of New Zealand’s agriculture, industry and environment. BNNZ will have its Inaugural General Meeting in Pukekohe on 14 February.

Lone Kauri Offers Sustainable Outdoor Products

New Zealand-based company Lone Kauri Road Ltd recently announced the official launch of its first ecommerce site. Lonekauri.com was created to provide outdoor enthusiasts with premium quality products that minimise environmental impact by employing brilliant natural, biodegradable or recycled materials, and by reducing product and packaging waste.