2752 days ago

Health board raises concerns over Christchurch Hospital service failure risk

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A two-year delay by the Ministry of Health to develop facilities at Christchurch Hospital has created a risk of service failure, Canterbury District Health Board members say.

The board noted quake-related repairs had not been undertaken and when the acute services building opens in September 2019, Canterbury will be left with both a bed and theatre shortage.

Read more on this issue by clicking the link below and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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More messages from your neighbours
30 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.

Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?

Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!

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8 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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3 days ago

Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
  • 78.6% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
    78.6% Complete
  • 21.4% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
    21.4% Complete
622 votes