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New Zealand Plunket Society - Latest News [Page 12]

New health and social development teams welcomed

Wednesday, 19 November 2008, 9:21 am | New Zealand Plunket Society

Tony Ryall’s appointment to the health portfolio is welcome news to all involved with Plunket, according to Plunket’s New Zealand President, Carol Becker. More >>

Providing more support for families

Wednesday, 5 November 2008, 4:38 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

"In a year that brought New Zealand’s biggest baby boom since 1963, we have seen a record number of newborn babies and delivered more contacts than ever before especially to those families with greater needs," said Carol Becker, New Zealand President for ... More >>

Keep safe this Guy Fawkes

Friday, 31 October 2008, 9:18 am | New Zealand Plunket Society

Plunket's national child safety advisor, Sue Campbell, urges families to take care and be responsible with fireworks this Guy Fawkes. More >>

Plunket welcomes investment in the early years

Wednesday, 15 October 2008, 4:14 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

In the lead up to the election, Plunket is looking for all political parties to keep children high on the agenda. More >>

Reveal your super powers for Plunket!

Friday, 10 October 2008, 5:09 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

As part of Plunket’s Annual Appeal, DIYFather.com challenges you to Be a superhero for under fives and dress up as your favourite superhero on Friday 17 October. Visit www.diyfather.com/superheroes, create your superhero profile and get all your friends ... More >>

Reveal your super powers for Plunket!

Thursday, 9 October 2008, 4:09 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

As part of Plunket's Annual Appeal, DIYFather.com challenges you to Be a superhero for under fives and dress up as your favourite superhero on Friday 17 October. Visit www.diyfather.com/superheroes, create your superhero profile and get all your friends ... More >>

Playing safe around water

Tuesday, 23 September 2008, 11:06 am | New Zealand Plunket Society

According to recent statistics released by Water Safety New Zealand, five pre-schoolers have drowned so far this year. Plunket urges vigilance from parents and caregivers when their children are playing around water. More >>

Happy Father's Day from Plunket

Tuesday, 2 September 2008, 5:34 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

Fathers play a key role in giving children the best start in life and Plunket sends best Father's Day wishes to all fathers across New Zealand. More >>

Plunket Welcomes Report On Child Poverty

Friday, 8 August 2008, 11:05 am | New Zealand Plunket Society

The widespread impacts of child poverty are detailed in a report released yesterday for the Children’s Commissioner and Barnardos, A Fair Go for all Children – Actions to Address Child Poverty in New Zealand. More >>

Supporting mums to provide the golden start

Wednesday, 30 July 2008, 10:22 am | New Zealand Plunket Society

Over 80 per cent of babies are getting at least some breast milk up to the age of six weeks according to Plunket statistics. More >>

Plunket supporting more families

Tuesday, 8 July 2008, 10:46 am | New Zealand Plunket Society

In the midst of a recent baby boom in most areas of New Zealand, Plunket has seen a significant increase in the number of enrolments over the last year - and continues to provide support for over 92% of young families. Statistics New Zealand figures ... More >>

Plunket welcomes updated nutrition guidelines

Wednesday, 21 May 2008, 3:17 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

The release of the revised Ministry of Health guidelines on Food and Nutrition for Healthy Infants and Toddlers (Aged 0-2), has been welcomed by Plunket. More >>

Keeping safe and warm in winter

Tuesday, 20 May 2008, 2:12 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

With winter fast approaching families will find themselves spending more time indoors. Plunket has some advice for families on how to keep their children safe and warm during the cooler months. More >>

Commemorating a pioneer of child health

Thursday, 15 May 2008, 9:09 am | New Zealand Plunket Society

Plunket's centenary year celebrations came to a close today with the unveiling of a plaque commemorating the passionate work of Plunket's founder, Sir Truby King and to mark a 100 years of Plunket service of to New Zealand communities at Sir Truby ... More >>

Dads the focus of families day

Tuesday, 13 May 2008, 9:44 am | New Zealand Plunket Society

Families Day (May 15th) is a great opportunity to take some time out of our busy lives and spend that time with our families. This year the theme focuses on 'Fathers and Families - responsibilities and challenges'. More >>

Monty is our star

Wednesday, 16 April 2008, 4:10 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

The show may be over but Plunket couldn’t be happier with Monty Betham & dancing partner Nerida Jantti making it into the finals of Dancing With The Stars - putting on outstanding performances right to the end. More >>

Former Plunket president receives top honour

Monday, 7 April 2008, 9:34 am | New Zealand Plunket Society

Kaye Crowther, former National President of Plunket, has been honoured as a recipient of the Queens Service Order (QSO) for services to children and the community. More >>

Plunket congratulates Well Child graduates

Thursday, 3 April 2008, 4:51 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

A year of intensive studying has culminated in the graduation today of New Zealand’s newest Plunket Nurses and Well Child / Tamariki Ora Nurses and Health workers. More >>

Plunket congratulates Well Child graduates

Thursday, 3 April 2008, 4:39 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

A year of intensive studying has culminated in the graduation today of New Zealand’s newest Plunket Nurses and Well Child / Tamariki Ora Nurses and Health workers. More >>

Monty is dancing for stars of the future

Thursday, 20 March 2008, 5:25 pm | New Zealand Plunket Society

While Monty Betham is dancing into the nation’s hearts on Dancing with the Stars he is also helping Plunket give children the best start in life. Monty’s 14-month old son Riley is a Plunket baby – and Monty chose Plunket because he believes it ... More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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