From the Editor

There is part of me that really looks forward to the children going back to school. For the first time in ages I finally have my house to myself, I can listen to my type of music or no noise at all! I can indulge in a sweet snack without having to share it with other members of my family. And I can actually talk to my husband without having a three-way conversion with my husband and one of my four children! But there is also part of me that realises that it means the start of another year of juggling work and family commitments. I do find both aspects of my life very rewarding, but family will always come first over work.

However one thing about work that always makes me want to continue in this job is that I have come to realise that we have a responsibility to our readers. This month we update you with the latest product warning from MAF Bio Security New Zealand and the Department of Health. They warn of a product that children would play with contains some very poisonous seeds, read more >>>.

We have updated our events page with some exciting events that you may be interested in. Check out the Matakana community toilet fundraiser or perhaps a romantic night under the stars and don't forget to check out about our National Children's Day while your about it.

And of course our magazine wouldn't be complete without another special place for you to take your family to. We discovered this special place just south of Ohope in the North Island.

So enjoy this month and keep safe over this month.

Cheers

      Gaye