Former Christchurch mayor Garry Moore’s inspiring stroke recovery journey unfolds as he recounts waking up paralyzed on the left side of his body—his wife’s quick action saved critical time. After months of grueling rehab and relentless repetition, Moore now moves at about three out of five function—and remembers the emotional breakthrough when his thumb moved after nearly 2,000 reps. His story, spotlighted by Stroke Aotearoa and Physiotherapy New Zealand ahead of World Physiotherapy Day, underscores how physiotherapy isn’t just for recovery—it’s key to preventing strokes through managing risk factors like high blood pressure and inactivity. Moore credits his progress to unwavering support, shared determination with fellow survivors, and the power of consistent movement.

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A serious incident unfolded after school on Aug. 27 at a Whitby playground near Spinnaker Drive — a teen allegedly assaulted a younger student, though no physical harm was done. Police are seeking witnesses: the suspect is described as a 16-year-old Caucasian male with dark hair, wearing a school uniform. If you saw anything or have info, contact police at 105 (online or phone) with ref 260827/2001, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.

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ACT’s David Seymour is firing up a bold government overhaul, calling to scrap symbolic ministries like “Minister for the South Island” and merge agencies targeting specific groups — including education bodies like ERO and the Ministry of Education. He argues these roles are budget-draining and inefficient, aligning with ACT’s long-held tax-cutting, streamlined-government ethos. But his stance also sparked controversy over real estate agent Janet Dickson, whose license was threatened for refusing a mandatory Māori culture course — a move Seymour called morally wrong. After pressure, the law was tweaked to remove the requirement, though Seymour insists past laws can’t be undone retroactively. He also took aim at the Māori Party’s current education direction, contrasting it with earlier leaders like Marama Fox and Te Ururoa Flavell who championed educational choice.

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