PAK PATTAN

A weatherproof box where anyone can leave books, toys or kitchen bits and take something else: sustainability can be that simple. What matters is a good spot, permission from the owner or the council, and a few people w…

Not everyone finds smartphones, online bookings or long forms easy. Often a patient half hour is all it takes to help someone. Important: never take over passwords or bank details, go through it together step by step in…

Whether it's a part-time job in a café, delivering leaflets or tutoring: your first job brings not just money but confidence too. Make sure you get a written contract and that your hours fit around school or college. Wh…

A driving licence is a big step towards independence for many, but it takes time and money. Compare offers beforehand, study the theory regularly in small chunks and stay relaxed during lessons. Bikes and public transpo…

Every place has spots only locals know: a bench with a view, a courtyard full of flowers, a little path along the water. Which hidden corner of Pakpattan would you show a newcomer? Let us in on the secret!

Parents and grandparents know it well: not all playgrounds are equal. Which playground in Pakpattan is your favourite, and why? Share your tips with other families!

Football, table tennis, swimming or a walking group: clubs are often the best way to meet people. Which club are you part of in Pakpattan, and are you looking for new members? Give your club a quick shout-out!

Pakpattan is a city of 177,000 people (2017) in Punjab (Pakistan). Pakpattan is the seat of Pakistan's Chisti order of Sufism, and is a major pilgrimage destination on account of the shrine of Fariduddin Ganjshakar, the…

=== Ancient === Pakpattan, located in the fertile plains of Punjab, Pakistan, is believed to have roots that trace back to the Indus Valley Civilisation (est. >7000–1900 BCE), one of the world's oldest urban cultures, l…

Pakpattan (Punjabi and Urdu: پاکپتّن), often referred to as Pākpattan Sharīf ( پاکپتّن شریف; "Noble Pakpattan"), is an ancient, historic city in the Pakistani province of Punjab, serving as the headquarters of the eponymo…

Not every kind of help needs tools or a car. Sometimes a walk, a phone call or a coffee together is exactly what someone is missing, especially people who live alone. Would you like to give some time for a chat in New P…

Lots of things in town only work because people give their time for free. Where do you volunteer in North Andros, and where could more helping hands be useful? Tell us about it and inspire others to join in!

A good walk clears the head and shows your home from a new angle. Which route do you love most in North Andros, and roughly how long does it take? Share your favourite loop with us!

The weekend is coming and the question is the same as always: what shall we do? Got an idea for a day trip, a concert or simply a lovely afternoon in North Andros? Drop your tips in the comments!

A driving licence is a big step towards independence for many, but it takes time and money. Compare offers beforehand, study the theory regularly in small chunks and stay relaxed during lessons. Bikes and public transpo…

Whether it's a part-time job in a café, delivering leaflets or tutoring: your first job brings not just money but confidence too. Make sure you get a written contract and that your hours fit around school or college. Wh…

Not everyone finds smartphones, online bookings or long forms easy. Often a patient half hour is all it takes to help someone. Important: never take over passwords or bank details, go through it together step by step in…

A weatherproof box where anyone can leave books, toys or kitchen bits and take something else: sustainability can be that simple. What matters is a good spot, permission from the owner or the council, and a few people w…

Sometimes it's the cake, sometimes the view, sometimes just the staff who remember your name. Where do you like to have your coffee or tea in Central Eleuthera? Share your tips in the comments!

The playground, the ice-cream shop, the walk to school: many places hold memories that stay with us for life. What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of growing up in Central Eleuthera? We'd love to hea…