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Do you know what rental properties are exempt from the Healthy Homes Standards? Can you still claim insurance if you stop inspecting your rental property?
It’s not always easy staying up to speed with the latest changes in regulations for rentals!
Put your knowledge to the test, and if you … View moreDo you know what rental properties are exempt from the Healthy Homes Standards? Can you still claim insurance if you stop inspecting your rental property?
It’s not always easy staying up to speed with the latest changes in regulations for rentals!
Put your knowledge to the test, and if you find yourself stumped, give our property management team a call. When it comes to rentals, they’re experts.
Contact Robyn and put her to the test.
Mobile 021 824 422 | Email robyna@lodge.co.nz
A huge congratulations to Te Aroha Vet Clinic. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.
Now they need your vote to give them a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!
Good on you, and good luck, Te Aroha Vet Clinic. Thanks for bringing joy to … View moreA huge congratulations to Te Aroha Vet Clinic. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.
Now they need your vote to give them a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!
Good on you, and good luck, Te Aroha Vet Clinic. Thanks for bringing joy to your community - especially in these uncertain times.
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Nominated by Valerie Walton from Te Aroha: "Te Aroha Veterinary Clinic provide a fantastic service from a team that are dedicated to I was devastated losing Blue (horse) I bred her 14 yrs ago and loved her dearly and now I had her orphan foal to care for. Without her dedication staying for hours trying to save Blue I honestly don't know how I would have coped. They are a true asset to our community they go above and beyond the call of duty helping to care for our all animals providing around the clock care and service.”
To our customers:
Real Estate is not an essential service so therefore all our offices are now closed and we will not be physically showing any properties. However, all our listings can be viewed online and once life returns to normal buyers and sellers can spring back into action to complete any … View moreTo our customers:
Real Estate is not an essential service so therefore all our offices are now closed and we will not be physically showing any properties. However, all our listings can be viewed online and once life returns to normal buyers and sellers can spring back into action to complete any real estate needs they may have.
In the meantime, all our admin staff and sales people are working from home as well as taking the opportunity to live in our Bubbles with our loved ones.
So to all our clients and friends, Stay safe and look after yourselves and your families. Feel free to call or message me anytime.
MAKING THE CASE FOR A RATES FREEZE IN HAMILTON
TIME FOR A RATES FREEZE.
The COVID-19 virus is having a significant impact on people’s lives globally and Hamilton citizens are not isolated from this global economic downturn.
The Hamilton Residents and Ratepayers Association is very concerned for … View moreMAKING THE CASE FOR A RATES FREEZE IN HAMILTON
TIME FOR A RATES FREEZE.
The COVID-19 virus is having a significant impact on people’s lives globally and Hamilton citizens are not isolated from this global economic downturn.
The Hamilton Residents and Ratepayers Association is very concerned for the citizens of Hamilton who will lose their jobs, have their income reduced, our seniors and those on marginal incomes.
The HRRA therefore calls for an immediate FREEZE on any rate increase in Hamilton and a re-focus on cost savings during these difficult and uncertain times.
Given the current economic crisis, we request that Hamilton City Council Elected members and Senior Management take a leadership position, tighten their belts, and ensure all operating expenses and large projects are revisited in terms of their cost/benefit for the community.
We just can’t waste money on worthless projects just for the sake of having these “nice to have projects”. Our city needs to focus on what is absolutely essential and other schemes and things just have to be moved to the back burner.
We can’t just spend money as if we have a blank cheque book. Our ratepayers are the ones who suffer. These are our people. They voted for you, the elected members, to show leadership and for you to stand firm and not waste our money.
The Hamilton Residents and Ratepayers Association speak on behalf of our folks in Hamilton and we should be recognised as such. We are a collective, voice of the people.
We want to acknowledge that the Waikato Regional Council have accepted a rates freeze during this crisis.
We are asking on behalf of the residents and ratepayers of Hamilton for a RATES FREEZE.
Hey Hamilton! Just a reminder that all playgrounds are closed. Please keep your play at home for the next four weeks.
Waipā residents searching for a good book to read over the next four weeks will now have free access to adult and children’s eBooks and eAudiobooks.
Waipā District Libraries has removed fees on its electronic resources, or e-resources, for the duration of the nationwide lockdown in an effort … View moreWaipā residents searching for a good book to read over the next four weeks will now have free access to adult and children’s eBooks and eAudiobooks.
Waipā District Libraries has removed fees on its electronic resources, or e-resources, for the duration of the nationwide lockdown in an effort to help make isolation restrictions more bearable.
To read on: www.waipalibraries.org.nz...
Hi neighbours,
Today is the beginning of our nationwide lockdown, so Operatunity is marking it with some music!
They plan to do it as often as they can through-out the four weeks, given they can't get out and about in the community.
They've rallied all the Operatunity artists to produce … View moreHi neighbours,
Today is the beginning of our nationwide lockdown, so Operatunity is marking it with some music!
They plan to do it as often as they can through-out the four weeks, given they can't get out and about in the community.
They've rallied all the Operatunity artists to produce their own virtual concerts. Some footage is from their archives, some shot on phones and some was recorded before the lockdown.
There will be a variety of songs, singers and musicians over the next few weeks.
So if you want to check out today's one, head along to the link below.
Morning neighbours,
There's a lot of work going on behind the scenes to keep everyone in the food supply chain virus free.
The aim? Kick Covid to touch.
Senior reporter Lawrence Gullery has delved into the story behind the primary products that'll keep us fed during the lockdown. Read… View moreMorning neighbours,
There's a lot of work going on behind the scenes to keep everyone in the food supply chain virus free.
The aim? Kick Covid to touch.
Senior reporter Lawrence Gullery has delved into the story behind the primary products that'll keep us fed during the lockdown. Read the story here.
Note: Our reporters and photographers have been deemed an essential service during the lockdown and will be out and about finding stories to keep our readers informed and engaged.
Feel free to get in touch with the newsroom at news@waikatotimes.co.nz or comment below if you have something you think is worthy of their attention.
Hello neighbours, hope your first day of alert level 4 has started well.
Did you know recycling collection will stop during lockdown? Rubbish collection will continue.
Read more here.
Stay
Stay at home.
Stay in touch.
Stay resolute.
Stay in contact with the people who make you laugh the most. Try to stay in touch with the people who you make laugh too.
Stay calm.
Stay away from the rolls of toilet paper (with the exception of the obvious – you know what I mean).
Stay … View moreStay
Stay at home.
Stay in touch.
Stay resolute.
Stay in contact with the people who make you laugh the most. Try to stay in touch with the people who you make laugh too.
Stay calm.
Stay away from the rolls of toilet paper (with the exception of the obvious – you know what I mean).
Stay kind.
Stay kind.
Stay kind.
Stay a safe distance from each other but
Stay human.
Stay gentle with people who are doing it tough and actually that includes everyone.
Stay in love.
Stay honest.
Stay focused. This will be hard.
Stay safe.
Stay brave.
Stay hopeful.
Stay with me.
Stay fixed on the knowledge that the sun will continue to rise in gold and set in ruby even amongst this madness and this too shall end.
We have a long way to go friends, but we will make it.
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Dear concerned citizen,
We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.
Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.
Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other… View moreDear concerned citizen,
We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.
Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.
Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other home supplies.
ALL THE TIME, NO EXCEPTIONS
It’s incredibly important that we all follow the Level 4 plan, all the time. No exceptions. Because doing so will save lives.
A CHALLENGE FOR EVERYONE
We realise these are big changes. But these are challenging times.
If we don't all stay home, the whole country will need Level 4 restrictions for longer.
SUPPORT OUR EMERGENCY SERVICE PEOPLE
We owe it to the essential services. Our nurses, doctors and everyone else on the frontline. They’re working tirelessly to save lives. We should all do everything in our power to help them do this.
Thank you to each and every person, for doing their bit.
While you’re staying at home:
STAY CONNECTED
• Don’t let physical distance stop you staying connected. Keep in touch with people using video calls, phone calls, chat and texting.
• If you know people who are living alone, vulnerable, or separated from their loved ones, regularly check-in with them.
STAY WELL
• Continue to practice good hygiene – wash your hands with soap. Then dry.
• Cough or sneeze into your elbow.
• Regularly clean surfaces in your home with disinfectant.
• Keep up regular physical exercise, and get some fresh air when possible. It’s good so long as this is solitary, or only with those you live with.
REACH OUT
If you need advice, support or help, try reaching out to friends, family, whānau or workmates.
WE'RE UPDATING INFORMATION CONSTANTLY
For all the latest advice, including answers to your health and financial questions, go to Covid19.govt.nz.
And remember: what you do now, will help protect all of us.
Community organisations are working out how they will support their clients in the coming weeks, and beyond. Many of you have indicated that you would like to help, but are not sure how to go about it.
Volunteering Waikato’s website is listing opportunities to help out as they come up, and this … View moreCommunity organisations are working out how they will support their clients in the coming weeks, and beyond. Many of you have indicated that you would like to help, but are not sure how to go about it.
Volunteering Waikato’s website is listing opportunities to help out as they come up, and this list will be regularly updated. If you want to volunteer in the Corona-19 response – here’s a great place to start...
Hello again, Hamilton. There is an effort via UoA to coordinate needed supplies to healthcare facilities. If you have contacts who work in healthcare/care/assistance or work in manufacturing, you can help by linking them up! Here's the message from Annabelle:
I am working with the … View moreHello again, Hamilton. There is an effort via UoA to coordinate needed supplies to healthcare facilities. If you have contacts who work in healthcare/care/assistance or work in manufacturing, you can help by linking them up! Here's the message from Annabelle:
I am working with the University of Auckland to try and co ordinate channels between manufacturers and suppliers willing to help to hospitals and other healthcare sectors for PPE and other equipment. This can be everything from material masks to printed / CNC milled valves etc. for hospital equipment and I need help getting the word out and connecting as many people as possible.
I need:
* Hospital and Healthcare workers: (including nurses, doctors, meals on wheels, rest homes, shelters etc.) to contact me with what demand they have, what supplies they need, the quantities and time frames and to what specifications. Please fill in this form:
docs.google.com...
* NZ based Manufacturers: to contact me with what ability they have to fulfil demands (i.e. CNC milling, 3D printing, laser cutting, ability to sew large amounts of material etc. etc.), quantities and time frames. Please fill in this form:
docs.google.com...
If you are one of the two groups please fill in the forms. If you know anyone in those two groups, please help by sharing this with them and ask them to fill in the forms. The more people who register demand, the more validation we can give to organisations or where demand is centred and what it is and the quicker we can get this ball rolling!
If you have other comments or suggestions I can be contacted at acol208@aucklanduni.ac.nz
Please don't hesitate to contact me!
Best wishes!
Hi neighbours,
How are you all preparing for lockdown?
As we all deal with this massive, life-saving disruption to our lives, spare a thought for Hamilton mum Sarah Chapman. She has five children at home - including a 10-week-old - and was busy collecting resources from school on Tuesday.
Read … View moreHi neighbours,
How are you all preparing for lockdown?
As we all deal with this massive, life-saving disruption to our lives, spare a thought for Hamilton mum Sarah Chapman. She has five children at home - including a 10-week-old - and was busy collecting resources from school on Tuesday.
Read more about how parents, teachers and young people are preparing for isolation here.
If you have a story to share in relation to the lockdown and pandemic, please comment below or email news@waikatotimes.co.nz
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