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Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's … View moreHi neighbours,
Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's not necessarily any healthier than other chicken.
As part of a new Stuff series, we look at why chicken is so cheap to buy nowadays, what happens inside the barn, why chickens get so big and the use of antibiotics in chicken feed. To learn more about what happens to your chicken before you put it in your shopping trolley, click the links above.
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Does anyone have a card/cabinet scraper they no longer need? Or does anyone know where we could get one? We have been to Mega Mitre10, Tyne Traders, Hayes, the Clearance Centre but they don't have them. We would really appreciate your help. Thanks a lot.
A small number of packs in selected stores have exhibited signs of mould growth. We are erring on the side of caution and recalling this product. While mould is unlikely to affect most users, the product is not of the standard we expect.
Customers who have purchased the date codes in question … View moreA small number of packs in selected stores have exhibited signs of mould growth. We are erring on the side of caution and recalling this product. While mould is unlikely to affect most users, the product is not of the standard we expect.
Customers who have purchased the date codes in question can return the product to store (New World, Pak 'n Save, FourSquare and Gilmours) for a full refund.
Affected batches
140 Thick Wipes. Expiry date 04/06/2020
80 Thick Wipes. Expiry date 12/08/2020
72 Thick Wipes. Expiry date 06/08/2020
Hi neighbours - Tom Dixon and his team of five qualified painters/decorators will make sure your walls are looking spectacular just in time for Santa!
Tom Dixon Painting & decorating have been offering professional painting and decorating services to the Invercargill area and wider … View moreHi neighbours - Tom Dixon and his team of five qualified painters/decorators will make sure your walls are looking spectacular just in time for Santa!
Tom Dixon Painting & decorating have been offering professional painting and decorating services to the Invercargill area and wider Southland region for over 35 years and has a quality reputation within the industry.
Give him a call on 027 432 7059 send him an email at tom@tomdixon.co.nz for more information.
Check out some of the action from Stage One of the Tour of Southland on Monday.
On Sunday, Maria Eade got some snaps of dolphins playing around in the Riverton Harbour and hanging out with some paddle boarders.
Have you seen any dolphins around recently?
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The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even … View moreHey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even managed to have a chat?
To find out when and where you need to be to have the best chance of seeing Harry and Meghan, click here for our detailed tour breakdown.
For the latest on the royals' visit, click here.
Share your thoughts on the royal tour and your plans for meeting our special visitors in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
Hello Southerners! Say goodbye to planning dinners with Bargain Box. You'll get fresh NZ produce and super-easy recipes the whole family will love delivered to your door. Tell us your favourite meal to cook before Monday 29 October and you could win a FREE Bargain Box of your choice!
Have your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a… View moreHave your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a strong focus on building community and societal disaster resilience to protect New Zealand’s prosperity and well-being.
Your input will help us to make the strategy relevant, and better able to meet its objectives, for all New Zealanders. You can view the proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy and find out how to make a submission at www.civildefence.govt.nz...
The consultation will close on Friday, 7 December 2018.
Maintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to … View moreMaintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
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Some Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.
It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and … View moreSome Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.
It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and sample our products, including our special edition Tip Top ice cream.
Book your free farm visit to secure your place and don't forget your gumboots! For more information visit Open Gates.
Tests reveal risk in 1080-zone trout
Helen Murdoch
12:58, Oct 01 2014
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FISHY: Angling experts warn against eating trout from catchments below 1080 drop zones.
FISHY: Angling experts warn against eating trout from catchments below 1080 drop zones.
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FISHY: Angling experts warn against eating trout from catchments below 1080 drop zones.
FISHY: Angling experts warn against eating trout from catchments below 1080 drop zones.
Warnings anglers should not eat trout caught in catchments below 1080 drop zones tarnishes New Zealand's reputation as an international fly fishing destination, say angling experts.
International angler numbers and trout fishing licence sales could take a hit on the back of research showing trout which eat mice carrying sub-lethal levels of the poison breached 1080 food safety levels.
The trout fishing season opens today and Nelson Marlborough Fish and Game ranger Lawson Davey said with a fair chunk of the region covered by Department of Conservation and TB-Free operations there would be few catchments in Tasman and Marlborough without 1080 drops this year.
"People can go fishing, just don't eat the fish. With the majority of drops planned for October and November, I suggest anglers get out early and make the most of it now."
Preliminary results of the research, commissioned by DOC and undertaken by Cawthron Institute, show trout that ate mice containing the toxin have levels of 1080 exceeding New Zealand Food Safety Authority limits. The result came as a surprise with the risks higher than previous modelling suggested, he said.
"The concern is that in eating a single mouse [containing a sub-lethal does of 1080], it has been shown a trout poses a risk to human health . . . It suggests there is an issue and further work is needed."
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In February DOC rejected the Federation of Freshwater Anglers' claims that people should not eat trout or eels because of a risk the poison could be present.
Davey said the research, combined with trout's migratory tendencies and the fact the poison can last in the trout for 18 days, meant anglers should be wary of fishing downstream of 1080 zones.
He said fly fishing tourism was likely to be impacted. "We have already had a call saying the news has gone global. Tourists tend to catch and release but they have come to expect they are fishing in pristine waters - they do not want to be fishing where poison may have been dropped.
"How big the impact will be is something we have to wait and see, but tourist anglers tend to be among the highest spenders in New Zealand."
Davey said while he has not been involved in the 1080 debate the research raised questions about the sub-lethal effect of 1080 on target and non-target species.
Nelson fly fishing guide Tony Entwhistle said the news was not a good look for New Zealand.
"We have sold New Zealand as the pinnacle for trout fishing in the world. We hold this reputation and people's imaginations have been captured by the ability to go back into the wild and fish in a pristine environment."
Murchison fishing guide Peter Carty said he understood people should avoid eating trout from rivers flowing from 1080 drop zones - affecting nearly all of the region's rivers.
International anglers did tend to catch and release, but those who flew into the backcountry for prolonged guided trips often had trout on the menu, he said.
Murchison fly fishing guide Scott Murray said the research raised questions about previous advice that 1080 broke down in water. "Now they are saying don't eat the trout. To the international angler it looks like some sort of circus - it's a massive contradiction."
DOC boss Lou Sanson has played down the risk of eating 1080-laced trout.
"You would have to eat tonnes of trout to be affected," he said. "Overall the risks are very low."
The research involved feeding trout high levels of 1080 in the lab and preliminary results show that trout take up small amounts of 1080 into their flesh which breaks down over a number of days.
The laboratory tests were not peer reviewed and would need to be replicated in the field to establish credibility, he said. DOC was expressing the need for caution but anglers could still go fishing.
Hi New Zealand,
This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.
94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to … View moreHi New Zealand,
This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.
94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to this wonderful organisation through Givealittle!
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