287 days ago

Minister weighs in on City’s homelessness issue

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The Minister for Mental Health says there’s no easy answer for the city’s “complex” anti-social behaviour issues, but new step-down accommodation being rolled out may help to free-up a mental health sector bottleneck.

Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey said in-patents in mental health care facilities were spending more time than needed there, contributing to high occupancy rates in the institutions.

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4 days ago

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 72.9% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    72.9% Complete
  • 16.1% Hmm, maybe?
    16.1% Complete
  • 11% Yes!
    11% Complete
702 votes
4 hours ago

Celebrate in Style: Craft Your Own Decor with Testpots

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Create handcrafted celebrations using Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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4 hours ago

Save a life this Christmas

NZ Blood

You’ve had the perfect gift all along. Book your blood or plasma donation today. Book to Donate

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