Karamu - Waipatu, Hastings

2228 days ago

Poll: Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.
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Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.

(Add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print)

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Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?
  • 28.5% 20 - 30 years old
    28.5% Complete
  • 24.3% 30 - 40 years old
    24.3% Complete
  • 23.5% 40 - 60 year old
    23.5% Complete
  • 12.5% 60+
    12.5% Complete
  • 11.2% 0 - 20 years old
    11.2% Complete
456 votes
2228 days ago

Is Ear Syringing safe?

Ear Suction Hawkes Bay

The great majority of GP’s in Hawke’s Bay have stopped removing ear wax by water syringing but surprisingly, it’s still being used in Hawke’s Bay. We see a lot of clients who have had bad experiences with ear syringing or where it just hasn’t worked and we’re not at all surprised at the… View moreThe great majority of GP’s in Hawke’s Bay have stopped removing ear wax by water syringing but surprisingly, it’s still being used in Hawke’s Bay. We see a lot of clients who have had bad experiences with ear syringing or where it just hasn’t worked and we’re not at all surprised at the results of a large UK study on the effectiveness of ear syringing set out below:

- Failure of ear wax removal occurred in 29% of cases
- Otitis media and Otitis externa (middle and external ear infections respectively) occurred in 17% of cases
- Ear drum perforation occurred in 15% of cases
- Trauma to the external ear canal occurred in 11% of cases

So as you’ll see, in comparison with microsuction, it’s a lot less effective and a lot less safe. In contrast, microsuction:

- May be used even in the presence of ear drum perforation
- It is the only technique safe to use for wax/debris removal in the presence of an external or middle ear infection
- Complication rates are vastly reduced in comparison with

Seems pretty convincing, don’t you agree?

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2229 days ago

Secondhand dealers

Paula from Camberley

Does anyone know any good secondhand dealers please

2228 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with the Resene October Sale!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene… View moreNeighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene cleaning range! Available at your local Resene ColorShop until 31 October 2018.

* Discount off the normal retail price. Excludes WallPrint, trade products and PaintWise levy. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Find out more

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2229 days ago

Strike action planned at Hawke's Bay Hospital tomorrow

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hawke’s Bay Hospital’s anaesthetic technicians, who are members of the Association of Professionals and Executive Employee Inc (APEX), have voted to strike for 24 hours from 7am 24 October until 7am 25 October.

As a result of the strike action, 15 elective surgeries that required a general … View more
Hawke’s Bay Hospital’s anaesthetic technicians, who are members of the Association of Professionals and Executive Employee Inc (APEX), have voted to strike for 24 hours from 7am 24 October until 7am 25 October.

As a result of the strike action, 15 elective surgeries that required a general anaesthetic, planned for the day of the strike, would be postponed. Only life preserving operations will go ahead. Patients directly affected have been contacted.

Patients who had surgery planned during the strike period and were unsure of their situation could call Hawke’s Bay Hospital on (06) 878- 8109 for more information.

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2229 days ago

Internal Door 1980x910x37

Vlad from Frimley

From reliable producer - Hume Doors and Timbers
1980x910x37mm
Delux edition - on orders only
Ready to install - 3xDoor hinges and Lock (not included)
Very genuine reason - wrong size ordered :(
RRP$128 plus delivery so it's going for half price
Pick up Frimley
0212021205 Vlad

Price: $75

2230 days ago

Free large soft soap pump bottles

Rebekah from Saint Leonards

I have several of these bottles that used to have body wash or shampoo in them, that I am giving away. They're ideal if you make your own body wash, liquid hand soap or shampoo /conditioner. Or perhaps for children's paint. Or put steriliser tablets through them and fill them with … View moreI have several of these bottles that used to have body wash or shampoo in them, that I am giving away. They're ideal if you make your own body wash, liquid hand soap or shampoo /conditioner. Or perhaps for children's paint. Or put steriliser tablets through them and fill them with condiments. 😁
I'm sure there are more uses.

I always rinse these out and save them because they still seem so useful and recycling is so inefficient that I consider it the last stop, only after reducing and reusing have been exhausted.

Free

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2230 days ago

Concrete Planter Thingee

Jodine from Saint Leonards

Would anyone like this concrete planter thingee? Looks much heavier than it is. Approx. 0.8m across at the widest point. Would look cool painted up. Has holes in the bottom for drainage.

Free

2230 days ago

CONCERT

Elma Pienaar from St Columba's Presbyterian Church

To all lovers of classical music: The Bay Cities' Symphonic Band with Jean Jarvis as guest soloist on the organ of St Columba's Church Havelock North on Sunday 28 October 2018 at 2.00pm. Tickets available from the church office, weekdays between 9.00am and 12.00.
Admission: $20, Students … View more
To all lovers of classical music: The Bay Cities' Symphonic Band with Jean Jarvis as guest soloist on the organ of St Columba's Church Havelock North on Sunday 28 October 2018 at 2.00pm. Tickets available from the church office, weekdays between 9.00am and 12.00.
Admission: $20, Students $10. All welcome!

2231 days ago

Fill for free

Christiana from Havelock North

Pile of fill, free to take away.
Txt 0279756054

Free

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2231 days ago

ROOFER WANTED

Katie from Raureka

We have a skylight/roof window needing to be installed into our 8 year old home. Corrugated iron roof, standard pitch. Anyone available to do this?

2231 days ago

How will this affect your wages?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

For most workers, part of your wage goes to ACC. We’re proposing you pay more because accidents and medical costs have gone up. If you’re a wage earner, these proposals could affect you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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2232 days ago

Dog stuff for sale

Megan from Havelock North

DOG STUFF FOR SALE: (not the dogs....lol)
3 x Ezi dog (quick clip) harnesses - modelled on Zidi (1 small and 2 medium) $30 each. Has the d-ring for the seat belt clip.
1 x Canny collar (size 3) brand new, never needed it on Zidi. $40. The canny is a great one for dogs that pull like mad, they act … View more
DOG STUFF FOR SALE: (not the dogs....lol)
3 x Ezi dog (quick clip) harnesses - modelled on Zidi (1 small and 2 medium) $30 each. Has the d-ring for the seat belt clip.
1 x Canny collar (size 3) brand new, never needed it on Zidi. $40. The canny is a great one for dogs that pull like mad, they act like a horse halter. If the dog manages to get the loop off the nose, you can be assured that you still have them as the loop operates directly off the collar. For more information on this collar, look up www.cannyco.com...

1 x Ezi dog harness, size XL (shown on Mia). It has stretched out a bit so is a bit big for her. She is around a medium Lab size so would suit a dog a bit bigger than that. Has the d-ring for clipping to a seat belt clip. New these are $63 and up, only had for a month. This one for sale for $45.

PM me for any other details. :)

Price: $30

2237 days ago

Room available for rent

Ray from Mayfair

Responsible mature boarder (male or female) wanted. A secluded back section with a beautiful garden in Mayfair. Furnished room includes a wardrobe, 3 drawer unit, bureau, chair, and single size bed. $185/pw. The room can be converted to include a queen size bed and a 6 drawer unit, for a cost of … View moreResponsible mature boarder (male or female) wanted. A secluded back section with a beautiful garden in Mayfair. Furnished room includes a wardrobe, 3 drawer unit, bureau, chair, and single size bed. $185/pw. The room can be converted to include a queen size bed and a 6 drawer unit, for a cost of $225/pw. The board includes furnished room, internet, and power. Food and toll calls extra. All tenants must have 40-hour daytime work. No unemployed, addicts, pets, children or anything else noisy. Call Ray 8783860 or 0276868356 to arrange the viewing.

2239 days ago

Farmers Returns Policy has tightened up.

Rhonda Neighbourly Lead from Hastings Central

HI Folks,
Just letting you know that if you are like me and sometimes buy things at Farmers to 'check them at home and then take back what you don't actually want', Farmers in Hastings seem to have a new management policy. The docket still says 14 days to return as it always has.… View more
HI Folks,
Just letting you know that if you are like me and sometimes buy things at Farmers to 'check them at home and then take back what you don't actually want', Farmers in Hastings seem to have a new management policy. The docket still says 14 days to return as it always has. The part that has changed which is absolutely their right to do so is that the 'unwritten kindness' they have shown in the past no longer applies. I was a little surprised today to try and return something that was a little over the official return date to be told they are tightening up so I was unable to return it.
Absolutely understand, but as it is different to years worth of previous 'late returns by me' - thought I might let you know in case you need to know of the new 'tightening up'.
So pleased I have learnt my lesson on a single item that was on sale and not on a bag of things!! Phew!
This is not a grumble - I think the staff at Farmers are great!

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