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In 2000 I was honoured to be deployed with the New Zealand Deforce on the peacekeeping mission to East Timor. East Timor had been under foreign rule through most of its history, and most recently it had been under Indonesian control. Most of the East Timorese wanted to become independent, but there were groups who…
READ MOREChristmas is a time to be happy and jolly, spending time with family and friends but for some people, the thought of spending their first Christmas or even another Christmas without their loved one can mean that they will be…
Read MoreFunerals are for the living – we need to say our goodbyes, we need to grieve, we need to be with people to give and receive support. We can underestimate just how much value a funeral can be on us. …
Read MoreEach year around Christmas time, Simplicity Funerals hold their special Christmas Memorial Service. This is a very special time for people to come together and to share in a candle lighting service, listen to some beautiful readings that reflect on…
Read MoreHow well do we really know the people who matter the most to us? Whether it’s our parents, grandparents, partners or closest friend, chances are we may not really know what significant people, places and events shaped their lives. Sitting…
Read MoreIt’s a great time to think about our health and how important it is to start talking about it with our mates, families and doctors, and to do something for ourselves to be just a little bit healthier. Men’s Health…
Read MoreThe role of enduring powers of attorney Many of us will lose our mental capacity as we age – either suddenly or slowly over time. This means we lose the ability to make important decisions about our lives. To plan…
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