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August 2008
Paralympic Games almost here!
Published August 29th 2008, Posted in National
One Week Out…
One week out from the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games (the Games open on the 6th of September) the majority of the team have departed the New Zealand shores. The remainder of the team will be departing on Monday evening.
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Multiple Sclerosis Awarenss Week
Published August 27th 2008, Posted in Northland
This years Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week runs from the 1st – 7th September.
We will be marking the occasion with a street appeal where the funds raised will go towards providing services to people with MS, their families and carers in Northland. If you are in a position to help with the street appeal we would love to hear from you.
Read more to find out about our Monster Garage Sale!
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Philip Patston on diverse dads
Published August 20th 2008, Posted in Northland
Join gay disabled comedian Philip Patston on Tuesday 2nd September as he delves into the experience of the men we may not always think of as fathers — disabled and gay dads.
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Epilepsy Week - Going Lavender
Published August 19th 2008, Posted in Northland
We had a great awareness week in the Mid and Far North in February so now it is the turn of the rest of Northland.
Read more to find out about what is happening during the week of 1st - 7th September to raise funds and awareness for all those whose lives are affected by epilepsy in Northland
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The Lavender Ball
Published August 19th 2008, Posted in Northland
Come along to to what will be a wonderful event of dining and dancing to help raise awarenes of Epilepsy and support the great work of Epilepsy Northland.
Lord and Lady Lavender invite all Lords, ladies and ladies in waiting to their traditional Highland Ball.
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Alzheimers Northland say thanks
Published August 18th 2008, Posted in Northland
We were very busy at the Alzheimers Society during the week of 21-26 July – and so were many of our friends and supporters!
We are truly grateful for all the support received both in donations, time, energy and enthusiasm.
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Economic Impact of Dementia Report
Published August 18th 2008, Posted in National
The first Economic Impact of Dementia Report for New Zealand was launched at Parliament on Tuesday 22nd July.
It provides an up to date profile of dementia, its prevalence now and in the future, and it’s economic and social impact on New Zealand Society.
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NZ National Boccia Champs
Published August 04th 2008, Posted in Northland
Check out how many medals and trophies the Northland Boccia team brought home from the New Zealand National Boccia Champs in Christchurch 24th - 27th July.
What a great effort, a big congratulations to them all! We look forward to seeing them play here at the Kensington Stadium where the 2009 Nationals will be held.
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