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Kia ora, last week we put out a message on our Facebook page because our Emergency Department at Waikato was in overload and Waikato Hospital was full. You may have come across this media with the following headlines: Don’t come unless it’s an emergency, Waikato Hospital ED staff stay.
We … View moreKia ora, last week we put out a message on our Facebook page because our Emergency Department at Waikato was in overload and Waikato Hospital was full. You may have come across this media with the following headlines: Don’t come unless it’s an emergency, Waikato Hospital ED staff stay.
We would like to thank those that shared our important message via social media with friends and whānau because with your support, we reached over 100,000 people. We’ve been so busy we did forget to use Neighbourly as a media channel, but will do so in the future.
The situation is more manageable now thanks to your support and the relentless work by our staff, but we are still extremely busy.
It is even more important we keep spreading this message because no matter what our hospital capacity is, the same message stands at all times: Unless you have a real emergency, please check first with your GP or phone Healthline 0800 611 116 before coming to Waikato Hospital’s Emergency Department.
And it's really important that you continue to take good care of yourselves from nutrition to things like washing your hands often, keeping up your fluids and keeping active. There are lots of programmes available in the Waikato to support all ages including the Green Prescription by Sport Waikato that helps educate women around food and exercise, and if you're looking to quit smoking try ONCE AND FOR ALL (www.onceandforall.co.nz).
And please make sure you see your GP regularly to avoid becoming too unwell.
Now is also a good time to sign up to SmartHealth, a free online healthcare service using your smart phone, tablet device or computer. You can use SmartHealth to talk to a free out of hour’s doctor by video, voice or text chat. Visit www.smarthealth.org.nz... for more information and to sign up.
Also read some of the positive patient experience stories from people around the Waikato.
Take care of yourselves Waikato.
Ngā mihi from Waikato DHB
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Want to learn how to make awesome cocktails and café-style coffees? Love talking to people? Do you dream of doing a job that’s actually FUN? Well it’s time to turn that dream into reality! Study Hospitality at NZMA.
We’ll teach you the skills you need to land a great job in the … View moreWant to learn how to make awesome cocktails and café-style coffees? Love talking to people? Do you dream of doing a job that’s actually FUN? Well it’s time to turn that dream into reality! Study Hospitality at NZMA.
We’ll teach you the skills you need to land a great job in the hospitality industry. You’ll study in a real bar, gain work experience in a real cafe, get lots of support and encouragement from your tutors, and graduate with a nationally recognised qualification.
Courses start in October so get in touch and enrol today!
Hi neighbors! Kelley here. I'm curious... what MAKES you decide to vote? WHY do you wander down to the voting booth and cast your ballot? Personally, WHY do you vote? Please write NFP if you do not want us to use your comments in print.
Hey guys, Amelia from the Hamilton Press here 😀 I was wondering if there were any avid gardeners on here that wouldn't mind having a chat to me. Message me if you're keen!!
Hey everyone! I'm a reporter for the Hamilton Press and I'm doing a story on the changes to the bus routes around Hamilton. I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts or questions about it. If you don't know about the changes I'll chuck a link in here: busit.co.nz...
If you … View moreHey everyone! I'm a reporter for the Hamilton Press and I'm doing a story on the changes to the bus routes around Hamilton. I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts or questions about it. If you don't know about the changes I'll chuck a link in here: busit.co.nz...
If you guys could also share and get this out to as many people as possible that would be great. I look forward to hearing what you all have to say!
-Amelia
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Wanting something for the kids to do over the school holidays? Why not sign up for our libraries reading programme?
The programme, called ‘Mission Possible: K9 Recovery’, is aimed at children aged 5 to 10 years although older or younger children can sign up. It runs from 18 September to 28 … View moreWanting something for the kids to do over the school holidays? Why not sign up for our libraries reading programme?
The programme, called ‘Mission Possible: K9 Recovery’, is aimed at children aged 5 to 10 years although older or younger children can sign up. It runs from 18 September to 28 October.
Children have to help Korakora, our library kiwi, find the missing library dog somewhere in New Zealand. For every book they read, they’ll be given clues to the dog’s whereabouts which they will have to decipher. There’s also a ‘detective skills’ workshop, a special guest speaker that will talk to the kids about what to do when they’re lost, a ‘dog hunt’ where kids find a picture of the dog in the library to go in the draw for prizes, and a finale party.
There are 190 places available at our six libraries: Raglan, Ngaruawahia, Huntly, Te Kauwhata, Meremere and Tuakau. Last year the programme was a huge hit so we encourage people to sign up early to avoid missing out, says Customer Delivery Manager Angela Parquist. Children do not need to be library members to register for the programme.
To register, please contact your local library. Please note that registrations close on 6 October.
We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.
There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding… View moreWe Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.
There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding more local events soon. For information on backyard activities and events near you, visit: www.conservationweek.org.nz....
Plus, keep an eye out for our photo competition details coming soon!
If you know of other Conservation Week events in your area, you can add them to our list here: www.doc.govt.nz...
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Coming soon! From October pop into Hamilton’s central city and enjoy up to 2 hours free parking per day. The offer applies to on-street metered and pay and display parks between 8am and 8pm, Monday to Saturday. The 2 free hours can be for one parking space or a combination of two or more parks. … View moreComing soon! From October pop into Hamilton’s central city and enjoy up to 2 hours free parking per day. The offer applies to on-street metered and pay and display parks between 8am and 8pm, Monday to Saturday. The 2 free hours can be for one parking space or a combination of two or more parks. Make parking even easier by downloading the free PayMyPark app.
Our book fair is coming up. Frankton Christian Kindy.
11 Aberdeen drive. Saturday 30 September 8 to 1pm
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