1876 days ago

Poll: Are there enough taxis at Nelson Airport?

Skara Bohny Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Have you had a bad experience with taxis at the airport? Some people say there aren't enough and the wait-times are too long. What do you think?
Vote in the poll and leave a comment telling us about your experience.

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Are there enough taxis at Nelson Airport?
  • 51.3% No, I've had no issue
    51.3% Complete
  • 30.8% There aren't enough, I've had to wait 15+ minutes
    30.8% Complete
  • 17.9% It's abysmal - I've had to wait 30+ minutes
    17.9% Complete
39 votes
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4 days ago

Have your shopping habits changed?

Amy Ridout Reporter from The Nelson Mail

Nelson retailers say sales have hit a worrying low, prompting them to cut staff numbers and tighten their belts. A street stall vendor told council that as well as the cost of living crisis, shopping patterns had changed, with more people making purchases online from places like Temu. Do you still head into town to buy essentials? Or are you hitting the internet?

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5 days ago

Best medical alarms

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

Do you feel less steady on your feet than you used to be, or perhaps have already experienced a fall or seizure? If so, a medical alarm can help you regain your independence and confidence.

If you have a medical emergency or fall, just press the button on your personal medical alarm and speak to an operator through the built-in speaker. If you can’t speak, an ambulance will be dispatched immediately.

There are a number of different medical alarm options available in New Zealand, so you will be able to find one that suits your needs.

Click read more for the full article.

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7 days ago

Update your Covid protection

Health New Zealand

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, go to BookMyVaccine.nz or talk to your healthcare provider.
Book now

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