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I hope this following passage doesn't offend anyone and if it does I apologise in advance.
This is for those of you who do this and I see plenty while out there driving. Please be responsible as you only have one life and so does everyone else on the road near you.
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'I … View moreI hope this following passage doesn't offend anyone and if it does I apologise in advance.
This is for those of you who do this and I see plenty while out there driving. Please be responsible as you only have one life and so does everyone else on the road near you.
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'I have to get that, if I don't reply right now they may think I don't like them anymore' ' oh no what if they think I'm upset or mad with them?'
'If I don't reply they may never want talk to me again'. 'One text won't hurt, I should be ok to do this, just pray the next light is red... oh it's green'. 'Well no one is watching, it's just a quick text anyway'. 'Phew, done
Beep beep.. ding!
'Oh no a text and Facebook' 'if I don't reply fast they may think they have offended me or maybe they will go out without me' ...'I had better reply
And if I don't like the post someone just put up on FB then they may not like my post, I have to be liked.... it's so important!!'
'What!. My phone, where is it?? .. and why is everything so quiet?..Where am I? I have to like that post, it's really important!!'
'Why is everything so quiet?'
'Why are people rushing to my car?'
'Who is that on the ground?'
'Why is everything so quiet?'
'Why can I not feel my phone in my hand? I'm holding it but I can't click the like button
'Why is everything so quiet?'
'Why is it getting dark and it's morning? I'm going to be late for work
'Its so quiet here'
'It's only now that I realise that the likes are not important, the texts can wait and my friends will still have been my friends'
'Buts it's too late, I didn't see that truck coming, the like button was too important, the text I had to reply to took away my common sense'.
'If only I had waited, if only I had not been so worried about what others thought of me, if only I wasn't so concerned with everyone else then maybe I would have seen that truck and stopped in time..... if only'.......
A fake dog control officer is dishing out notices from a book of council forms that went missing in mysterious circumstances.
Several dog owners living in a rural Hawke's Bay area received the paperwork on Hastings District Council letterheads last week.
The notices, written by a Dog … View moreA fake dog control officer is dishing out notices from a book of council forms that went missing in mysterious circumstances.
Several dog owners living in a rural Hawke's Bay area received the paperwork on Hastings District Council letterheads last week.
The notices, written by a Dog Control Officer named 'Sam', refer to breeds of dogs that the people do own and states that they were on the road and unregistered.
All of which is false. Hastings District Council would like to hear from anyone else who has received forms noted as being from the fictitious 'Sam'.
Read the full story here.
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I have an adjustable kneeling chair for sale. It's an oak frame with vinyl cushion covers. Solid and comfortable.
It even has a NZ Chiropractors Assn. Chiropractic award for Good Postural Design.
These sell for anything from hundreds to thousands of dollars.
I'm asking $100 but … View moreI have an adjustable kneeling chair for sale. It's an oak frame with vinyl cushion covers. Solid and comfortable.
It even has a NZ Chiropractors Assn. Chiropractic award for Good Postural Design.
These sell for anything from hundreds to thousands of dollars.
I'm asking $100 but am willing to negotiate.
Hi there,
Well, I have a new one for you. My work desk at home is in a lovely sunny spot. Papers sometimes sit in a 'same spot' for a long long time! Because it is is a sunny spot, I have a little mirror on a stand there (great in the sun as I can see what the hang I am doing with … View moreHi there,
Well, I have a new one for you. My work desk at home is in a lovely sunny spot. Papers sometimes sit in a 'same spot' for a long long time! Because it is is a sunny spot, I have a little mirror on a stand there (great in the sun as I can see what the hang I am doing with those tweesers and mascara!) ... I picked up a little booklet made of paper that has been on the 'to do ' list for far too long and I noticed it had a brown mark...didn't think anything of it, till a few days later I looked at it properly and it is a burn mark!! I looked at it a while, said to my husband, "hey does this look like a burn mark to you?" He said, "Definitely".....hmmmm I thought a while and then I reckon it was the mirror that has two sides possibly tilting with the direct sun on it, and burning the paper. Far fetched?? Dunno but seems to be the only thing that makes any sense...moved mirror to less sunny spot and will bring it out when I need it. ...Imgaine that, fire started my make up mirror!! YIKES. I doubt anyone else has their mirror on their desk, but maybe you have one in the sun... just thought I should let you know so you don''t make my mistake. Great weekend out there, have a good one everyone.
Wagon wheel bunks for sale. Good condition. Comes with mattresses good inner sprung. Will throw in duvet inners and covers and some sheets.
The casualty of kitchen upgrade
Works perfectly
Have last dinner cooked a day ago
One button need repair/replacement
Free
First come first served
Pickup 801 Omahu Rd
0212021205
MENZSHED, Hastings Trust. Come along and join us. Are you Male, retired and bored? Mechanical, electrical, plumber, computers...... it doesn't matter what your trade was, we have a lot of members who still enjoy tinkering, chatting, and helping out with community projects. Come and meet some … View moreMENZSHED, Hastings Trust. Come along and join us. Are you Male, retired and bored? Mechanical, electrical, plumber, computers...... it doesn't matter what your trade was, we have a lot of members who still enjoy tinkering, chatting, and helping out with community projects. Come and meet some of the guys; Mondays, Tuesday and Wednesdays, 9 - 12 am. at 707 Sylvan Road. (by Splash Planet).
I know that this discussion has been brought up in the past - I think it is rude, inappropriate and lazy when walking your dog down the road, to put your bag of dog crap in someone else's EMPTY wheelie bin!!! Why should I have to put up with the smell of your large dog's crap for the next… View moreI know that this discussion has been brought up in the past - I think it is rude, inappropriate and lazy when walking your dog down the road, to put your bag of dog crap in someone else's EMPTY wheelie bin!!! Why should I have to put up with the smell of your large dog's crap for the next week!!! If the wheelie bin was still full and it was waiting to be emptied I have no problem with it as it would have been taken away that same day and I would never have had to see/smell it. I pay for my wheelie bin for my own use, not yours!! If I do ever find out who it was don't worry I will return the favour!! Perhaps think next time as I doubt you would be pleased if someone did the same thing to you!! At least one good thing, you actually picked up your dogs crap unlike other owners walking down Joll rd that just let their dogs crap where ever and leave on other peoples front lawn!!
There has been an ongoing discussion amongst political leaders (and Neighbourly members) around whether te reo should be compulsory in schools across New Zealand. It comes after news that the number of people in New Zealand able to speak te reo Māori is declining. What do you think? Should it be … View moreThere has been an ongoing discussion amongst political leaders (and Neighbourly members) around whether te reo should be compulsory in schools across New Zealand. It comes after news that the number of people in New Zealand able to speak te reo Māori is declining. What do you think? Should it be made compulsory? Do you think this will help retain the language?
Neighbourly's own Sarah Moore has started studying te reo Māori follow her journey here.
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Your hearing is vital for learning, communication and safety yet you may not have thought much about the impact a hearing loss could have on your life. You may think that losing some sound wouldn’t be too bad but those with hearing loss will tell you it can be tiring, lonely and frustrating.
… View moreYour hearing is vital for learning, communication and safety yet you may not have thought much about the impact a hearing loss could have on your life. You may think that losing some sound wouldn’t be too bad but those with hearing loss will tell you it can be tiring, lonely and frustrating.
Hearing loss can be caused by many different things. It can happen gradually or quite suddenly. When hearing loss is gradual, it’s very easy to ignore - for a while. Always seek help quickly for any ear problems. Protecting your hearing now will increase your chances of enjoying the sounds you love later in life. Prevention is always better than a cure. And some hearing problems, such as noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), currently have no cure.
Here are 10 tips to prevent hearing loss:
1. Get help
If you have a sudden severe hearing loss, see a doctor urgently. Also, if you have some hearing loss, and your hearing doesn’t return to normal within two days, see your doctor.
2. Avoid noise damage
Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure to loud noise. Learn more: Noise damage.
3. Avoid loud music
Listen to music at a sensible volume. Don’t have the volume up too loud for long periods, especially on a personal music player with headphones/ear buds.
4. Use protective gear
Always wear safety-approved earplugs or earmuffs when mowing the lawn, using power tools, shooting a gun or in any noisy environment.
5. Act on ear infections
If you or your child has an earache, see the doctor. Earaches are often a sign of an ear infection which, if not treated, can lead to hearing loss. Keep a careful eye on children up to age 10 as they are more likely to have middle ear problems.
6. Avoid foreign objects
Don’t put foreign objects into your ear canal. The wax in your ear canal will make its own way to your outer ear. You can clean your outer ear with a warm flannel, or have the wax removed by your doctor.
7. Avoid cotton wool
Don’t use cotton wool instead of earplugs. Cotton wool offers no hearing protection at all. It can also damage the ear if pushed too far in.
8. Use protection for water sports
During high-speed water sports like water skiing, wear a swim cap or approved swimmer’s earplugs.
9. Dive carefully
Too much change in air pressure while scuba diving can cause inner ear damage, dizziness and hearing loss. Equalise regularly during descent. If you are having difficulties seek professional advice before you dive again.
10. Avoid air travel with a heavy cold
In a plane, your ears may be unable to clear during changes in air pressure, which could lead to a ruptured eardrum or inner ear damage.
SOURCE: National Foundation for the Deaf Inc. & Oticon
ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.
No-one is bullet proof, falls happen … View moreACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.
No-one is bullet proof, falls happen and some can result in broken bones, pain and long healing times and can also make us fearful of falling again. Losing confidence can really affect quality of life.
Live Stronger for Longer strength and balance classes are growing nationwide. Visit www.livestronger.org.nz and join a class near you, you’ll find lots of practical information, advice and resources on how to live an active, healthy and independent life.
Proudly brought to you by ACC, MoH, HQSC and your local community health providers.
Everyone is welcome to attend our next CAP Money Course, which starts on Wednesday 1 August. This is a money management course. Early registration is essential, as places are limited. Please see attached brochure.
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