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It is just under 5 weeks till this years Fabric Fair, we still have a few tables available and we would love some more donations for our charity table, supporting King Street Artworks. If you have something to donate message us to arrange collection or you can drop off at King Street Artworks.
Hi neighbours,
On Tuesday night, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced there were four new Covid-19 cases in the community.
Auckland moved into level 3 at midday on Wednesday, and the rest of the country into level 2.
Kiwis outside of Auckland can still continue to go to work and school, with… View moreHi neighbours,
On Tuesday night, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced there were four new Covid-19 cases in the community.
Auckland moved into level 3 at midday on Wednesday, and the rest of the country into level 2.
Kiwis outside of Auckland can still continue to go to work and school, with physical distancing, and are advised to wear masks in public.
Businesses can open to the public if they are following public health guidance, which includes physical distancing and record keeping.
In terms of gatherings, New Zealanders must not travel to events with more than 100 people. This includes weddings, birthdays, funerals and tangihanga.
The Government advises all Kiwis to practise good hygiene and stay home if sick.
For more information on what the different alert levels mean for you, click here.
Hive World Honey is shifting into new customer-friendly premises at 16 Wall Place, Porirua, on the 3rd of August. Bring your favourite container or purchase one of our refillable glass jars with your choice of beautiful raw New Zealand honey
Raw honey is pure honey straight from the hive. It … View moreHive World Honey is shifting into new customer-friendly premises at 16 Wall Place, Porirua, on the 3rd of August. Bring your favourite container or purchase one of our refillable glass jars with your choice of beautiful raw New Zealand honey
Raw honey is pure honey straight from the hive. It contains all the health-enriching enzymes, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that bees store in natures original sweetener.
Explore our growing range of bee products as well as everything you need to keep your own bees, right here in Porirua.
Designed for everyday adventures, all new ŠKODAs offer simply clever solutions, so whether you’re doing a spot of shopping or going on a big family adventure, you’ll always be prepared.
For a limited time when you purchase any new ŠKODA* you will pay 50% deposit, then 50% in one year, … View moreDesigned for everyday adventures, all new ŠKODAs offer simply clever solutions, so whether you’re doing a spot of shopping or going on a big family adventure, you’ll always be prepared.
For a limited time when you purchase any new ŠKODA* you will pay 50% deposit, then 50% in one year, with 0% interest. There has never been a better time to upgrade to a new ŠKODA.
Does anyone recognise this little cat we found in the middle of lake ferry road ? After knocking on some doors we’re taking him to the vets as he doesn’t seem too good :-(
We've been planning for this. We’ve been here before. We got rid of the virus, and we can do it again!
As a Council, we’re following Government advice and protocols to reduce the risk of community spread.
At Level 2, there are not many changes - most relate to contract tracing, physical… View moreWe've been planning for this. We’ve been here before. We got rid of the virus, and we can do it again!
As a Council, we’re following Government advice and protocols to reduce the risk of community spread.
At Level 2, there are not many changes - most relate to contract tracing, physical distancing and increased hygiene measures. Please be patient when accessing our buildings and services.
Visiting our offices:
* Opening hours as per Level 1
* We ask you to adhere to the physical distancing tape that has been laid on the floor in reception
* Screens have been re-installed at the counters
* Please use the hand sanitizer available at the counter
* Please sign into the contact tracing register at the counter, and
* Use the Government contract tracing app if you have it – a QR code sign is available
* Cleaning protocols have been increased.
Libraries:
* Opening hours as per normal
* Returning items - we encourage customers to use the after-hours returns dropbox rather than your counter, if possible
* Public PCs will NOT be operating (this is because of the difficultly of ensuring the keyboards are cleaned after each use)
* People in each library building (staff and customers) will be limited to 100
* We ask you to adhere to the physical distancing tape that has been laid on the floor
* Screens have been re-installed at the counters
* Please use the hand sanitizer available at the counter
* Please sign into the contact tracing register at the counter, and use the Government contract tracing app if you have it – QR code signs are available in each location
* Cleaning protocols have been increased.
Public Meetings/venues:
* Our venues will not be available for gatherings of more than 100 people
* Council meetings scheduled in the Council Chambers have been relocated to the Waihinga Centre to provide more room for physical distancing, which for our public venues is 2 metres
* Please use the hand sanitizer available on entry
* Please sign into the contact tracing register at the counter, and
* Use the Government contract tracing app if you have it – QR code signs are available
* Cleaning protocols have been increased.
Parks, transfer/recycling stations and public toilets:
* All open as normal but with extra cleaning in place, as per protocols
* Please practise physical distancing – 2 metres
* Contactless payment at transfer stations/recycling centres is encouraged.
Offsite council appointments:
* Visiting council staff will be following protocols, including using hand sanitiser, masks and keep a 2-metre physical distance.
Communications:
* Council’s Response Team has been re-activated and will communicate and coordinate with the Civil Defence Emergency Management, and the other two Wairarapa district councils where appropriate
* Council’s website, Facebook and Neighbourly will be used to share updates on COVID-related information.
As we return to Alert Level 2, our priority remains the provision of clean drinking water and safe wastewater treatment for our communities. We would ask that as a precaution you keep your distance from any of our works crews to ensure that our frontline personnel remain safe.
We will continue to… View moreAs we return to Alert Level 2, our priority remains the provision of clean drinking water and safe wastewater treatment for our communities. We would ask that as a precaution you keep your distance from any of our works crews to ensure that our frontline personnel remain safe.
We will continue to follow advice from the Government and will provide updates on what this means for our services during the response. Thank you, and stay safe.
We will be closing our New Zealand care centres to all visitors from 10am on Wednesday August 12 following the re-emergence of COVID-19 in the community in Auckland, and Level 2 Alert level in the remainder of New Zealand.
All regions in New Zealand, except for the Auckland region, will move to Alert Level 2 at 12 noon on Wednesday 12 August 2020
Key information:
• Keep your distance from other people in public.
• Wash your hands.
• Sneeze and cough into your elbow.
• Keep a track of where you’ve … View moreAll regions in New Zealand, except for the Auckland region, will move to Alert Level 2 at 12 noon on Wednesday 12 August 2020
Key information:
• Keep your distance from other people in public.
• Wash your hands.
• Sneeze and cough into your elbow.
• Keep a track of where you’ve been and who you’ve seen
wear a mask if you can.
• If you’re sick, stay home. Don’t go to work or school. Don’t socialise.
• If you have symptoms of cold or flu call your doctor or Healthline and get advice about being tested.
• If you have been told to self-isolate you must do so immediately.
• All aged care facilities will close their doors to everyone but staff from noon today.
• For real time news updates visit Stuff
Cambridge is so much more than just a town you drive through. Click the link below for a few reasons to consider sticking around a bit. #backyourbackyard
Thank you for all your support during lockdown Wellington, and for your ongoing support at Level One.
We’ve been absolutely blown away! Being locally owned, this means the world to us.
See our website for great deals from our friends at Panasonic and Miele, who also love supporting … View moreThank you for all your support during lockdown Wellington, and for your ongoing support at Level One.
We’ve been absolutely blown away! Being locally owned, this means the world to us.
See our website for great deals from our friends at Panasonic and Miele, who also love supporting locally owned businesses.
•We deliver and install Wellington wide
•We’ll even take away your old appliance
•Award winning customer service
•Come in and see us instore or shop online
Meet the friendly local team at Newbolds Upper Hutt. Kevin, Mike, Brandon and owner Darren (seen below)
NEWBOLDS UPPER HUTT
119-121 MAIN STREET
528-5769
Webiste: www.newbolds.co.nz
Healthy Potted Rhubarb Plants ready for you grow & enjoy. FREE Rhubarb cake recipe included.
Many health benefits such as bone & heart health, fiber full, antioxidant punch, may help fight inflammation. Phone me on 0274040739
Nga mihi
Featherston Booktown’s August events celebrate poetry in many forms. On Saturday, 22 August, Featherston will be busy and buzzing with spoken and written word events.
‘A Poet’s Life’ features a stellar line up of four cutting-edge Wellington poets and
‘Dead People I Have Known’ with … View moreFeatherston Booktown’s August events celebrate poetry in many forms. On Saturday, 22 August, Featherston will be busy and buzzing with spoken and written word events.
‘A Poet’s Life’ features a stellar line up of four cutting-edge Wellington poets and
‘Dead People I Have Known’ with Shayne Carter – the cult pioneer of the 1980’s Dunedin sound, New Zealand Music Hall of Fame, author and winner of Ockham New Zealand Book Awards talks with poet and journalist, Richard Langston.
Tickets are just $2-0 for each event - get ours at the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITEs or online
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