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Were you planning on attending? Masterton’s traditional fireworks display, run by the Lions Club, is being cancelled this year due to slashing of funding.
This is the first time in 20 years there will be no public fireworks display. Lions Club says “We are all disappointed, it is a huge … View moreWere you planning on attending? Masterton’s traditional fireworks display, run by the Lions Club, is being cancelled this year due to slashing of funding.
This is the first time in 20 years there will be no public fireworks display. Lions Club says “We are all disappointed, it is a huge family day and a safe way to celebrate a traditional event and enjoy fireworks.”
Read more here.
SOURCE: Wairarapa Times-Age.
Great to see Neighbourhood Support members in Hamilton, Ashburton and Rodney this month helping neighbours get better connected, supported and prepared.
From our whare to yours, wishing everyone a safe and fun Labour Day weekend ahead!
Radiography staff are preparing to strike again next week for a third time.
Striking will include both full and partial withdrawal of labour and is scheduled to take place from Tuesday 29 th October to Monday 4 th November. It will not affect ultrasound services.
Wairarapa District Health Board has… View moreRadiography staff are preparing to strike again next week for a third time.
Striking will include both full and partial withdrawal of labour and is scheduled to take place from Tuesday 29 th October to Monday 4 th November. It will not affect ultrasound services.
Wairarapa District Health Board has detailed plans in place to ensure it can continue to provide the best possible care for the Wairarapa community during the strikes.
A small number of imaging staff will provide a limited service for patients to meet urgent need. X- rays for acute emergency and ward inpatients, and acute GP referrals will be available.
“We have skeleton-staff rosters in place to manage any urgent need during the strikes,” Chief Medical Officer, Shawn Sturland said.
“Together with the union we are organising on call cover for urgent CT scanning, as per life preserving services requirements.”
“Patient appointments have had to be rescheduled,” Shawn said. “While it is unavoidable, we know this is extremely inconvenient for people waiting, and we do apologise for that.”
“Some elective surgeries have also been rescheduled.”
“We are doing all we can to minimise the impact of the strikes on our patients,” he said.
“Strike activity puts people and systems under pressure and we are grateful for the hard work being put in by the planning team, and for the continued support of our staff.”
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Come in and get your ticket from either of our two i-SITEs - and get your printed Tour 2019 map (CASH ONLY - $5). See you soon!
You'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird … View moreYou'll see this promotion in our upcoming November issue, but it's so exciting we can't wait to show you! Our annual Garden Diary for 2020 PLUS a special edition to commemorate our 75th anniversary this year, How To Grow Veges 1944-2019. You can order them now for the early bird price of $11.90 each - that's a 25% savings off the retail price of $15.90 (offer will end when they hit the newsstands next month). Order online or phone 0800 624 744.
SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.
There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.
But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with… View moreSuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.
There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.
But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with a brand new website and app - great for the many tech-savvy over 65s.
The app is the fastest and easiest way to find discounts and offers when you’re out and about. So why not take advantage?
Visit www.supergold.govt.nz to find out more, or download the free SuperGoldNZ app for your smartphone or tablet, from the App Store or Google Play.
Why not challenge yourself to watch the game with your neighbours? It could be as simple as inviting the guy next door along to the pub or organising a BBQ. Let us know your plans and win prizes! Final draw takes place on Monday. Find out more here #neighbourlysupporters
RAVEN door weather strip seal.
It closes up the gap at the bottom of the door to stop draughts coming into the house.
Packaging is a bit tatty as has been in storage for a long time but item has never been used.
Directions for use and installing are on the back of the packaging.
Screws come … View moreRAVEN door weather strip seal.
It closes up the gap at the bottom of the door to stop draughts coming into the house.
Packaging is a bit tatty as has been in storage for a long time but item has never been used.
Directions for use and installing are on the back of the packaging.
Screws come with it.
Pickup is in Kuripuni.
Thanks for looking.
Gardener wanted to weed, and tidy up. 1,, 2 hrs a fortnight. 06 3049748
Restrictions are still in place in the Wairarapa.
We have successfully reduced the number of pests invading our plants, but we still need your help to eradicate this completely.
So please, no pea planting, no pea seeds and no pea straw.
This pest has the potential to destroy pea crops, so … View moreRestrictions are still in place in the Wairarapa.
We have successfully reduced the number of pests invading our plants, but we still need your help to eradicate this completely.
So please, no pea planting, no pea seeds and no pea straw.
This pest has the potential to destroy pea crops, so restrictions are for both commercial and residential growers. With your help, we can eradicate pea weevil completely.
If you see peas growing, get in touch: 0800 80 99 66, or biosecurity.govt.nz/peaweevil
Thanks for your support, we cannot do this without you.
For the second time this month Wairarapa District Health Board has declared a "code red" at its …
Thanks for your patience last night after another unscheduled interruption to water supply on Duncan Street and the surrounding area.
The existing watermain is fragile and prone to bursts, the watermain renewal will significantly reduce the risk of bursts in the future.
We’ve got a few more … View moreThanks for your patience last night after another unscheduled interruption to water supply on Duncan Street and the surrounding area.
The existing watermain is fragile and prone to bursts, the watermain renewal will significantly reduce the risk of bursts in the future.
We’ve got a few more weeks of work to do on this project and will do everything possible to limit disruption.
Calling all digitally frustrated seniors!
Digital Seniors holds FREE weekly digital senior support hubs - for beginners and the more experienced offering one on one support, entertainment and social engagement. Bring your mobile phone, tablet, laptop and join the fun :). Visit our website for … View moreCalling all digitally frustrated seniors!
Digital Seniors holds FREE weekly digital senior support hubs - for beginners and the more experienced offering one on one support, entertainment and social engagement. Bring your mobile phone, tablet, laptop and join the fun :). Visit our website for more info www.digitalseniors.co.nz....
Every Tuesday
Carterton Hub - Carterton Fire Station 9:30 - 11:30
Greytown Hub - Greytown Fire Station 1:30 - 3:30
Every Wednesday
Masterton Hub - Masterton Library 10:00 -12:00
Every Thursday
Martinborough Hub - St Andrews Church 9:30 - 11:30
Featherston Hub - Featherston Fire Station 1:30 - 3:30
Email Sarah with any questions sarah.wright@digitalseniors.co.nz
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