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For this Nelson collector, houseplants help her cope with health challenges. "It’s been proven that distraction is a really good pain relief and the plants gave me something to focus on and interrupt the pain pathways.”
We know you’ve probably heard these precautions a thousand times by now but another reminder doesn’t hurt.
● Use a mask or face covering when out in public. We require all patients presenting to the clinic to wear a mask. Don’t have one? We’ll supply you with one.
● Keep your … View moreWe know you’ve probably heard these precautions a thousand times by now but another reminder doesn’t hurt.
● Use a mask or face covering when out in public. We require all patients presenting to the clinic to wear a mask. Don’t have one? We’ll supply you with one.
● Keep your distance from others.
● Practice good hand hygiene regularly.
● Keep track of where you’ve been by using the COVID tracer app.
By using the above precautions, you help to keep our staff safe so that we can continue caring for the community.
We are in this together – He waka eke noa!
We received some beautiful ash urns from Flax Farewells today. Each one has a different little detail on the front. Here is one of the small urns which will take a small portion of ashes. Call us today for more information (09)4772433 #windsorfunerals #ashurns #ecofunerals #cremation #NZowned … View moreWe received some beautiful ash urns from Flax Farewells today. Each one has a different little detail on the front. Here is one of the small urns which will take a small portion of ashes. Call us today for more information (09)4772433 #windsorfunerals #ashurns #ecofunerals #cremation #NZowned #auckland
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Eighty-nine people at an Auckland gym are considered close contacts of a person with Covid-19 who visited it over two days last week.
Auckland Regional Public Health Service on Sunday night said the person visited Les Mills gym in Takapuna, along with Countdown Milford and The Warehouse in … View moreEighty-nine people at an Auckland gym are considered close contacts of a person with Covid-19 who visited it over two days last week.
Auckland Regional Public Health Service on Sunday night said the person visited Les Mills gym in Takapuna, along with Countdown Milford and The Warehouse in Milford.
The infected person attended a sprint class at 5.30pm and Body Combat at 6.15pm on Wednesday September 9, and Body Combat between 9am and 10.15am the following day.
The health service urged these gym attendees to stay at home and contact Healthline on 0800 358 5453 as soon as possible to get a test.
Join us for an online presentation on Thursday 17 September, 2pm about our history, the Ryman Difference and what's next for Ryman.
Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is urging the 620,000 motorists with temporary Warrant of Fitness extensions to get their vehicles checked before October 10.
The NZTA issued an extension to WoFs during COVID-19 Alert Level 4, allowing motorists to operate their vehicles during this time.
What you need to … View moreWaka Kotahi (NZTA) is urging the 620,000 motorists with temporary Warrant of Fitness extensions to get their vehicles checked before October 10.
The NZTA issued an extension to WoFs during COVID-19 Alert Level 4, allowing motorists to operate their vehicles during this time.
What you need to know:
- Book a WoF as soon as possible with your local mechanics to avoid delay.
- In a statement, MTA reported that there here may be a higher fail rate with some vehicles not been checked for over 12 months.
- Other documents with temporary extensions: CoFs, regos, vehicle certifications, and driver licenses.
- MTA reports that a total of 1.62 million inspections need to be completed between now and October 31.
For more information on temporary documentation extensions, see the NZTA Website.
Click here for more information on the WoF inspection process.
Kia ora Neighbours!
Have you noticed something a little different on Neighbourly today? To celebrate Māori Language Week, we’ve given our logo a little update.
'Haporitanga' means ‘the many principles and actions of being a community’ and we think it’s a great way to … View moreKia ora Neighbours!
Have you noticed something a little different on Neighbourly today? To celebrate Māori Language Week, we’ve given our logo a little update.
'Haporitanga' means ‘the many principles and actions of being a community’ and we think it’s a great way to express what Neighbourly is.
Want to get involved in Maori Language Week? Here are some ideas to get you started.
Police are warning the public to be vigilant and wary of calls from phone scammers following a rise in complaints recently which have seen some victims lose tens of thousands of dollars.
Detective Sergeant Kelly Corby from the Auckland City Financial Crime Unit said an investigation, named … View morePolice are warning the public to be vigilant and wary of calls from phone scammers following a rise in complaints recently which have seen some victims lose tens of thousands of dollars.
Detective Sergeant Kelly Corby from the Auckland City Financial Crime Unit said an investigation, named Operation Hyattsville, is looking into more than 20 complaints from victims who have lost money in the past couple of months to phone scammers operating overseas.
One of these victims, 80-year-old Auckland City resident Marion, was conned by the scammers in a video posted today on the Auckland City District Police Facebook page.
Marion had $10,000 taken from her account after a caller convinced her that there was an urgent issue with her Spark account and they needed to access her computer remotely to fix the issue.
The convincing scammer asked Marion to download the Teamviewer application which allowed them to access her computer before asking for her banking details.
Fortunately, Marion’s bank got in touch after noticing suspicious banking activity and the money was able to be recovered.
Detective Sergeant Corby said unfortunately in most instances the victims are not as lucky as Marion, with several million dollars lost by Kiwis to these offshore scammers in the past few months alone.
“We are not talking about small amounts of money. On average, each victim has lost around $30,000 and these losses are absolutely devastating for our victims,” he said.
“Phone scams are nothing new, however we are concerned after seeing a growing trend of cases recently where victims have been conned over the phone.”
Corby said if you think you are a victim of a phone scam, you need to act fast and notify your bank immediately.
“There is a simple way to stop yourself from being a victim. Do not give your personal banking information out over the phone and do not allow the person over the phone to access your computer,” he said.
“There is no legitimate reason that a company will need to access your computer remotely. Do not download any application which allows them to access it.
A similar investigation by the Auckland Financial Crime Unit last year, Operation Deadwood, resulted in Police charging 18 people for money laundering offences after hundreds of phone scam victims lost more than $2.5 million.
Hi all, we’re looking for a learning tower for our son to reach the kitchen counter and help cook with us etc. is anyone getting rid of one or have any recommendations?
Competition alert! Father's Day is just around the corner and we're giving away a $100 Prezzy Card for your Dad to spend on the things he really wants!
All you've got to do is tell us something you most love about your dad. So, take a trip down memory lane and share with us your … View moreCompetition alert! Father's Day is just around the corner and we're giving away a $100 Prezzy Card for your Dad to spend on the things he really wants!
All you've got to do is tell us something you most love about your dad. So, take a trip down memory lane and share with us your moments that have become memories.
Comment below to enter, hurry though, entries close this Sunday 6th September 2020. T&C apply.
Hi everyone, we have just bought a worm farm for the children at our Daycare and are in need of Tiger worms. Can anyone help?
Thanks so much,
Lisa
The track that runs between 21-45 Lynn Road and joins the main track near the bottom of Anne Mclean Drive has been temporarily closed to protect kauri just off the track. Council staff are exploring temporary measures to make it less muddy so it can be reopened before Summer.
The main track that … View moreThe track that runs between 21-45 Lynn Road and joins the main track near the bottom of Anne Mclean Drive has been temporarily closed to protect kauri just off the track. Council staff are exploring temporary measures to make it less muddy so it can be reopened before Summer.
The main track that runs between the back of the playground at Lynn Reserve and Anne Mclean Drive is still open.
The tracks that were previously closed remain closed, with work to upgrade them now scheduled for 2022/23 (delayed due to Council's Emergency Budget).
See Aotea Square in its former glory using a new augmented reality app bringing the 1800s to 2020; hear why women weren’t expected to respond to the call of nature in public places until 1910; and prepare to be intrigued by unexpected artefacts found in the rubble of recent city works.
These … View moreSee Aotea Square in its former glory using a new augmented reality app bringing the 1800s to 2020; hear why women weren’t expected to respond to the call of nature in public places until 1910; and prepare to be intrigued by unexpected artefacts found in the rubble of recent city works.
These are just some of the stories Auckland Heritage Festival is weaving into words, walks, pictures, parks, talks, poetry and songs as Auckland Council prepares to pack well over 100 free and low-cost events into two weeks from September 26 to October 11.
Event holders are set up to follow the Covid-19 protocols required at the prevailing alert level and mass gathering limit. However, if a 10-person mass gathering limit remains in place on 26 September, every endeavour will be made to move events online.
Councillor Alf Filipaina said there is something in the festival’s storytelling for everyone including special events for children during the school holidays.
The programme of events has been designed to entertain, inform and enlighten with 2020’s intriguing theme: Uncover secrets and stories of Tāmaki Makaurau.
The 2020 festival programme will go live at heritagefestival.co.nz on September 10.
Yellow, white, orange and red. $5-$10 each.
Some of the smaller ones which are not yet in flower I'm not sure of their colour.
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