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as some of you may have heard, the government last week advised that non-daily publications, such as community newspapers, are not considered essential services under the news and media designation during the Alert Level 4 lockdown. Unfortunately That means that we won’t be able to… View moreHi neighbours,
as some of you may have heard, the government last week advised that non-daily publications, such as community newspapers, are not considered essential services under the news and media designation during the Alert Level 4 lockdown. Unfortunately That means that we won’t be able to print and deliver our your paper over the remaining period of the lockdown. However, we will be putting all important local news/updates on our Neighbourly page during the period.
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Waikato people struggling to get food and other necessities during lockdown now have a number to call.
Freephone 0800 800 405 was set up by the Waikato Civil Defence and Emergency Management Group for people struggling to get food, groceries, medication or other household goods and … View moreHi neighbours,
Waikato people struggling to get food and other necessities during lockdown now have a number to call.
Freephone 0800 800 405 was set up by the Waikato Civil Defence and Emergency Management Group for people struggling to get food, groceries, medication or other household goods and services.
The group is not yet sure how big the need is, and say the 0800 number doesn't replace other Government helplines.
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Resene has a FREE Ask a Technical Expert service available so you can ask all your paint, stain, prep and wallpaper questions. Simply visit www.resene.co.nz/techexpert.
And if you haven’t starting painting yet, but are starting to plan a future project, you can get free advice from a Resene… View moreResene has a FREE Ask a Technical Expert service available so you can ask all your paint, stain, prep and wallpaper questions. Simply visit www.resene.co.nz/techexpert.
And if you haven’t starting painting yet, but are starting to plan a future project, you can get free advice from a Resene colour expert, using the Resene Ask a Colour Expert service. Simply visit www.resene.co.nz/colourexpert to ask your query.
The Ministry of Health says the best way to stop it is still washing your hands regularly.
"You might feel safer wearing a mask, and you can do that if you want to, but COVID-19 isn't airborne. It's spread by droplets, which means you're most likely to catch it by touching … View moreThe Ministry of Health says the best way to stop it is still washing your hands regularly.
"You might feel safer wearing a mask, and you can do that if you want to, but COVID-19 isn't airborne. It's spread by droplets, which means you're most likely to catch it by touching something with a droplet on it (and then touching your face). If you choose to wear a mask or gloves, you still need to wash your hands carefully and often."
The people who need protective equipment are those working with confirmed and suspected cases of COVID-19, the ministry said. You can find information on protective gear, including how and when to use it, on health.govt.nz/covid-19 |the Ministry of Health website|.
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We’re getting lots of questions about what you can and can’t do during the lockdown.
Please visit www.covid19.govt.nz... for more information, or if in doubt act like you have COVID-19.
Stay home, stay safe Hamilton.
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Senior Sergeant Kris Clarke in the Waikato DCC tells us police are getting a lot of calls from people concerned that others are flouting lockdown rules.
At this stage, police are informing people and encouraging them to comply - and meeting "very little resistance", … View moreHello Neighbours
Senior Sergeant Kris Clarke in the Waikato DCC tells us police are getting a lot of calls from people concerned that others are flouting lockdown rules.
At this stage, police are informing people and encouraging them to comply - and meeting "very little resistance", Clarke said.
Overall, the streets are much quieter than usual, she said.
Free counselling is available for Waikato people.
This is delivered through Male Support Services Waikato, but available to males and females of any age.
It's provided thanks to counsellors working at a reduced rate and funding from the Gallagher Group.
Find out how to access it here.
Waikato DHB is working on ways to deliver healthcare without bursting people's bubbles.
One way is telehealth - for example using phonecalls, texts, or video calls. Read more about it here, on Health Navigator.
Dr Ruth Large, pictured, is an emergency doctor and Waikato DHB's telehealth… View moreWaikato DHB is working on ways to deliver healthcare without bursting people's bubbles.
One way is telehealth - for example using phonecalls, texts, or video calls. Read more about it here, on Health Navigator.
Dr Ruth Large, pictured, is an emergency doctor and Waikato DHB's telehealth director. The DHB says it will provide updates as new services are available.
In support of the whole of government response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19), Crimestoppers has developed a reporting process for both the 0800 555 111 and www.crimestoppers... portals.
The anonymous foundation for all our reports remains if required, and all reports that relate to … View moreIn support of the whole of government response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19), Crimestoppers has developed a reporting process for both the 0800 555 111 and www.crimestoppers... portals.
The anonymous foundation for all our reports remains if required, and all reports that relate to self-isolation breaches, illegal outdoor gatherings or similar, will be immediately forwarded to the appropriate authorities.
Report here: www.crimestoppers-nz.org...
Crimeline reports do not replace your option to ring police directly on 111 or 105 or your ability to advise the Ministry of Health through the NHCCselfisolation@health.govt.nz email address.
Keep safe.
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April is NumberWorks’nWords Challenge month.
From Monday to Friday, you can find your challenge here:
business.facebook.com...
Junior Challenge
9am… View moreApril is NumberWorks’nWords Challenge month.
From Monday to Friday, you can find your challenge here:
business.facebook.com...
Junior Challenge
9am
Intermediate Challenge
2pm
Senior Challenge
7pm
Answers will be posted the following day.
See you on the 1st of April.
Sad to say, but the owner is concerned about the number of people who don't seem to be taking this situation seriously. Not obeying the one in one out rule, unsupervised children touching things on the shelves, (he then has to clean), and a general disregard for the gravity of his health and … View moreSad to say, but the owner is concerned about the number of people who don't seem to be taking this situation seriously. Not obeying the one in one out rule, unsupervised children touching things on the shelves, (he then has to clean), and a general disregard for the gravity of his health and the health of the community. So he has chosen to close his business down.
I can't say I blame him, but if as a community, had we known of his concerns, perhaps we could have helped. No amount of signage seemed to be working so a physical presence at the door reminding people of the rules may have enabled him to remain open. Alas that is all in hindsight now. He did indicate a number of his colleagues in the industry would follow suit so perhaps we can preserve the local community dairy with a bit of dialogue with them and a reminder at the door, by those who can afford the time to help.
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