Topics - The Government has just announced it is to allocate $70 million from its Canterbury Earthquake Appeal fund of about 100 million. National's party list is out and Tau Henare is one of the biggest losers. As Pacific leaders gather in Auckland for the Pacific Forum meeting this week, several of the nations' leader are calling for Fiji to be restored as a member of the Forum..
A video of Si and Gary (Simon Barnett and Gary McCormick) from MoreFM promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. In this video they provide an overview of the 'Five ways to wellbeing' - connect, take notice, give, keep learning and be active. The closing frame reads, "For more tips on what make us feel good, visit allright.org.nz."
A video of Si and Gary (Simon Barnett and Gary McCormick) from MoreFM promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. In this video they talk about the importance of being active, and suggest ways to be active. The closing frames read, "Exercise is a proven pick-me-up. When did you last get your sweat on?"
A video of Si and Gary (Simon Barnett and Gary McCormick) from MORE FM promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. In this video they talk about the importance of connecting with others, and suggest ways to connect. The closing frame reads, "Connecting with others can be the best medicine. For more tips on what makes us feel good, visit allright.org.nz."
Photograph captioned by Fairfax, "From left: Simon Barnett, Paul Ellis, Jason Gunn and Jason Kerrison at Hagley Park doing a site recce for the Band Together concert at Labour weekend".
A video of Si and Gary (Simon Barnett and Gary McCormick) from MORE FM promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. In this video they talk about the importance of continuing to learn, and suggest ways to keep learning. The closing frames read, "Tried something a little different lately? Having a go at something new builds confidence and a healthy mind. For more tips on what makes us feel good, visit allright.org.nz."
A video of Si and Gary (Simon Barnett and Gary McCormick) from MORE FM promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. In this video they talk about the importance of giving, and suggest ways to give. The closing frames read, "When did you last share a little love? The simple things we do often mean the most. For more tips on what makes us feel good, visit allright.org.nz."
A video of Si and Gary (Simon Barnett and Gary McCormick) from MORE FM promoting the Five Ways to Wellbeing. In this video they talk about the importance of taking notice, and suggest ways to take notice. The closing frames read, "It's the simple things that bring us joy. When was your last moment of wonder? For more tips on what make us feel good, visit allright.org.nz."
Photograph captioned by Fairfax, "From left: Jason Kerrison, Paul Ellis, Simon Barnett and Jason Gunn share a moment at Hagley Park doing a site recce for the Band Together concert at Labour weekend".
Photograph captioned by Fairfax, "From left: Paul Ellis, Jason Gunn and Simon Barnett seemingly doing rock star impersonations to Jason Kerrison at Hagley Park while doing a site recce for the Band Together concert at Labour weekend".
A PDF copy of a billboard design from the All Right? 'Compliments' campaign. The billboard reads, "Si and Gary think you're awesome. Let's remember it's often the simple things that bring the most joy." The design also includes the web address of the All Right? Facebook page.
Fear and humour increasingly drive the TV news. What was the most radical thing you did at school? Some Rangitoto College year 13 girls are upset they're being told to dress more modestly.Students and parents are accusing the school of encouraging "rape culture".A senior staff member from the school is said to have told Year 13 girls that what they're wearing is proving a distraction to their male teachers. Western Springs College which is also in Auckland has been mufti since the 1980s their principal Ivan Davis talks about their attitude to dress code. Displaced residents of Merivale Retirement village in Christchurch were told that they need to move out by April 1. A new facility that has replaced the earthquake damaged one won't have enough beds for everyone. The CEO of Age Concern Canterbury Simon Templeton talks about what measures are in place to look after these vulnerable elderly people. Thirty-six per cent of 16-24 year-olds in full-time education in the UK are not touching booze. They're joining teetotal clubs and opting for alcohol-free accomodation. High levels of debt and the pressure to do well means that students are going out less. Will alchol go completely out of fashion one day? The Nest security alarm system has a microphone in it. Although you probably wouldn't know that because it's not stated on the gadget's specifications. It's a Google product and the company says it never meant to keep the listening devices a secret. UK privacy campaign group Big Brother Watch says it's deceptive and it's normalising the disturbing notion of tech giants constant listening within the privacy of our homes.