Akina, Hastings

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1697 days ago

Avoid food poisoning at home

Ministry for Primary Industries

It’s a great time to cook for family, and whether you’re dining in or grilling on the BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home?

Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill. We all want to keep … View more
It’s a great time to cook for family, and whether you’re dining in or grilling on the BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home?

Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill. We all want to keep our friends and families safe, and the 3Cs can help you avoid common foodborne illnesses.

Check out foodsafety.govt.nz/ccc for handy food safety tips.
Learn More

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1697 days ago

We're in this together!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is your chance to get organised and come up with a plan for supporting your neighbours and keeping in touch over the next several weeks. We've come up with this 'Our Neighbourhood Plan' template to help.

For additional advice and resources, visit our website at the below link:

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1699 days ago

Election and the Virus

Grant from Raureka

Is it time to consider cancelling this year's election (do we want hundreds of people getting together in one place such as voting places, touching the same pens etc) - should the Government consider forming an all party coalition to run the country until the crisis is over and then go into … View moreIs it time to consider cancelling this year's election (do we want hundreds of people getting together in one place such as voting places, touching the same pens etc) - should the Government consider forming an all party coalition to run the country until the crisis is over and then go into election mode?? Personally I can't see the point of an election when it;s likely to spread the virus through a huge amount of contact between people - I also believe that all parties could have some good input into how to handle the situation with the virus and the economy - put aside party politics for a time and have a combined government (small G) with consensus decisions. Back to petty bickering after a vaccine is found!

1697 days ago

MAINLY MUSIC CANCELLED

Elma Pienaar from St Columba's Presbyterian Church

Sadly 'mainly music' at St Columba's is cancelled until further notice. Visit the 'mainly music' website for ideas to entertain your little ones. Columba 'mainly music' parents can email Elma to 'share and care''. elmapienaar100@gmail.com

1697 days ago

Changes to our GP consultations

Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga

WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT (PLEASE SHARE)
Changes to GP consultations:

Hauora Heretaunga is immediately moving to protect the health of patients in waiting rooms by continuing with phone consultations and offering video calls where possible.

We will only be seeing people in person where it is … View more
WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT (PLEASE SHARE)
Changes to GP consultations:

Hauora Heretaunga is immediately moving to protect the health of patients in waiting rooms by continuing with phone consultations and offering video calls where possible.

We will only be seeing people in person where it is absolutely necessary. This will be arranged after a phone consultation with your doctor.

If you have a booked appointment your GP will be in contact with you.

Dental services will be provided for emergency services following a phone call with our dentist.

Pharmacy is open for flu vaccinations and a delivery service for medications will operate until 2pm daily for those assessed as high risk.

These measures are recommended by the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners.

Please call 0800 TAIWHENUA or 06 8715352

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1699 days ago

Silver restore

Deanna from Karamu - Waipatu

I have some silver stuff that has some tarnish etc on it all real silver, does anyone know of some places that restore or repair silver in Hastings?

1698 days ago

Wooden crates needed

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Does anyone have anybody have any old wooden crates, beer crates or similar they don’t need. I’m still trying to sort out clothing storage in an odd shaped and sized space.

Free

1699 days ago

Be Neighbourly, and...

Neighbourly.co.nz

With Covid-19 separating us physically, we need to ensure we aren’t making any group of people feel distant from our community. Let's continue to show our Kiwi spirit and support reach other #RaceRelationsDay2020

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1699 days ago

Offers of help during Covid 19

Chris from Akina

If you have read the current notices you will see that people about the country are placing offers of help for those in a self containment situation or in a situation because of the consequences of this pandemic.
BEWARE.
Many are non vetted. Some may not be or do what they claim. This is cruel.

I… View more
If you have read the current notices you will see that people about the country are placing offers of help for those in a self containment situation or in a situation because of the consequences of this pandemic.
BEWARE.
Many are non vetted. Some may not be or do what they claim. This is cruel.

I suggest that the genuine ones will have good feedback from community posted here. If unsure seek more suitable connections, ask questions or phone others.

If there is anyone co-ordinating assistance in your area, review the posts or call them to discuss.

Take care everyone.

1700 days ago

Reach Out to your communities in times of crisis

Neighbourly.co.nz

Reach Out is a hub for Kiwis to find and give support from others during this global pandemic. Head over to the page and share how you're coping, how you can support each other, and what everyone is doing to embrace the changes that are happening around us. Visit page

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1702 days ago

Council Recycling bins

Bettina from Parkvale

Is anyone else concerned about the three small bins we will be issued for all our recycling? I currently would fill them at least twice over... When I spoke to someone at the Council to see whether it was possible to purchase additional bins I was advised that this isn't possible right now, … View moreIs anyone else concerned about the three small bins we will be issued for all our recycling? I currently would fill them at least twice over... When I spoke to someone at the Council to see whether it was possible to purchase additional bins I was advised that this isn't possible right now, however, they will be open to feedback on this. So please, once you've been issued the bins and if you find them insufficient, give the Council feedback, either by phone, online or in person. Many thanks

1701 days ago

Notice for TToH whānau

Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga

In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, we will be doing things a bit differently.
Before our kaimahi go out to visit whānau at home, we will make a quick call. Our reception will ask a few questions as we receive manuhiri as well.
These measures are to ensure the safety of our kaimahi and to slow… View more
In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, we will be doing things a bit differently.
Before our kaimahi go out to visit whānau at home, we will make a quick call. Our reception will ask a few questions as we receive manuhiri as well.
These measures are to ensure the safety of our kaimahi and to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai tatou

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1701 days ago

Knowledge Bank Open Day

Grant from Raureka

Unfortunately the Open Day has been cancelled - It's basically outside and not too crowded but KB is erring on the side of caution given the age of many of those expected to visit and of the volunteers

1701 days ago

A little bit of caring goes a long way. Let's work together to spread kindness around, not germs. ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

As more people begin to self isolate and distance themselves, we'll need our neighbours support now more than ever before. The following can be printed at home and filled-in with your details to drop around your street or community.

For the latest COVID-19 advice, visit: covid19.govt.nz/

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1702 days ago

Save up to 20% on NZ's best pet products

Pet Direct

Hi Neighbours! Our fur babies are an important part of the family, so why not look after them as well as we look after ourselves?

We have an amazing range of products hand-picked by our experts, which include a nutritionist, a vet, a trainer and a groomer. Combined, we have over 350 dog years of… View more
Hi Neighbours! Our fur babies are an important part of the family, so why not look after them as well as we look after ourselves?

We have an amazing range of products hand-picked by our experts, which include a nutritionist, a vet, a trainer and a groomer. Combined, we have over 350 dog years of experience (and enough pets to open a zoo).

We'd love you to try our speedy delivery with up to 20% off site-wide.

Got questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out to our amazing customer service team, we’re all ears.
Stock up now

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