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New Zealand is now in a nationwide level 4 lockdown, with a total of five Covid-19 cases in the community confirmed to be the more transmissible Delta variant.
The four new cases announced Wednesday morning were all linked to the 58-year-old Devonport man – a tradesman – who tested positive on… View moreNew Zealand is now in a nationwide level 4 lockdown, with a total of five Covid-19 cases in the community confirmed to be the more transmissible Delta variant.
The four new cases announced Wednesday morning were all linked to the 58-year-old Devonport man – a tradesman – who tested positive on Tuesday. The four include a colleague of the man and close contacts, including a nurse who works at Auckland hospital.
The entire country is at the highest alert level for at least three days while Auckland and Coromandel, where the man spent the weekend, are at level 4 for at least seven days. A list of locations of interest can be found here.
Level 4 means it’s likely that the disease is not contained.
Testing and vaccinations
A full list of community testing centres can be found here. If you think you need a test, call Healthline first on 0800 358 5453. If you get tested, stay home until you have a negative test result. There is no charge to get a test, regardless of your citizenship, immigration status, nationality or medical insurance.
You will need to supply contact details to get a test. A National Health Index (NHI) number is good to have but not crucial.
The most common test is a swab to the back of your nose, which some people describe as a “tickle” and others say is “uncomfortable.”
The vaccination programme has been put on hold for 48 hours. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said it was to ensure the safety of frontline health workers, as officials tried to get to grips with how wide the latest community case may have spread.
Stay at home
People are instructed to stay home in their bubble other than for essential movement. Safe recreational activity is allowed in the local area but, given the Delta variant is suspected, even more caution is recommended from others to limit transmission.
As of 11.59pm last night Wellington has moved to Alert Level 4 for three days.
This follows the news of a positive COVID-19 case in Auckland.
As an essential service, our crews will still be out and about making sure that water services for Wellington are still running.
Our people will be … View moreAs of 11.59pm last night Wellington has moved to Alert Level 4 for three days.
This follows the news of a positive COVID-19 case in Auckland.
As an essential service, our crews will still be out and about making sure that water services for Wellington are still running.
Our people will be using PPE and following physical distancing rules as much as possible. If you see our crews out and about, feel free to wave but please don’t get too close.
If you see a leak or have a problem with your water call your council as you normally would.
Public taps in Lower Hutt will also be closed in line with other public facilities.
Stay safe everyone!
UPDATE
August 18
1.16pm
The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.
Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- … View moreUPDATE
August 18
1.16pm
The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.
Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- There are no genomic matches to those cases at the border to this case.
- There are a further two cases to report in the community.
- From 11:59pm, it will be compulsory to wear masks when accessing essential services.
- From 8am tomorrow, the Covid-19 vaccination programme will resume.
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UPDATE
August 18
9.10am
- Four new cases have been identified, all genomically linked to the original case
- The original case has been confirmed as having the Delta variant
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New Zealand will move to a Level 4 lockdown after a community case was detected in Auckland.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was joined by Ashley Bloomfield at a press conference, where she confirmed that Auckland and Coromandel would move to Alert Level 4 from 11.59pm for seven days, while the rest of the country will be under Level 4 conditions for three days.
It is unknown whether this case is that of the Delta variant. Bloomfield stated that genome sequencing will be completed by tomorrow morning.
There is currently 23 locations of interest, 10 in Auckland and 13 in Coromandel. Current locations of interest can be found here.
The case has no links to the border and interviews are currently being undertaken with the case to find any possible locations of interest and how they came to be in contact with Covid-19.
Here's what you need to know:
- A refresh on Level restrictions and what it means for you.
- Here are the locations of interest.
- If you have any flu-like symptoms, call the NZ Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or ring your GP.
- Find your closest Covid-19 testing location on the Healthpoint website
- Essential services such as supermarkets and pharmacies will remain open.
For more information, visit covid19.govt.nz.
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The subject matter of a short film that will have its first screening in Porirua could be close to the heart of many in our city.
Produced and directed by filmmaker Jade Jackson, who grew up in Porirua, Raids will make its debut at Te Rauparaha Arena on 28 August.
Filmed entirely at a house… View moreThe subject matter of a short film that will have its first screening in Porirua could be close to the heart of many in our city.
Produced and directed by filmmaker Jade Jackson, who grew up in Porirua, Raids will make its debut at Te Rauparaha Arena on 28 August.
Filmed entirely at a house in Cannons Creek, the seven minute long film tells the story of a family impacted by the raids carried out at dawn or late at night by National and Labour governments on homes, workplaces and churches between 1974 and 1976, as officials searched for people who had overstayed their visas. Raids is set in 1975 and centres around the impact of one such raid through the eyes of a young girl, Losa, and her father, Lupematasila.
They particularly targeted people from the Pacific Islands, even though statistics showed the vast majority of overstayers were actually from Europe and the United States. On 1 August 2021, the New Zealand Government issued an unreserved apology for the “discriminatory implementation of immigration laws that led to the raids”. Support for Pacific artists and historians to develop a comprehensive oral and written account of this dark piece of New Zealand’s history have been offered as part of the apology.
Porirua Mayor Anita Baker says the Council is proud to support and screen Raids, supporting local stories being told on the big screen, especially something that has resonance with people in this community. “These raids cast a shadow over Porirua’s shared history, so bringing that into the light can help with healing.” Raids will be shown in the small stadium at the Arena, with the evening’s festivities kicking off at 6pm. It will be MC’d by Beastmoze and attendees will be greeted with a fiery performance by Tautua Dance outside, followed by speeches inside by Ms Jackson and Mayor Baker. The film will start just after 7pm.
Follow: Facebook / Twitter Visit: poriruacity.govt.nz Call: (04) 237 5089
As usual some lovely words and photo by Louise Thomas.
"There have been some epic grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) battles in the back garden the past couple of weeks – well, as epic as it gets for something that weighs in at 6g. What I assume are three males have been wittering away … View moreAs usual some lovely words and photo by Louise Thomas.
"There have been some epic grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) battles in the back garden the past couple of weeks – well, as epic as it gets for something that weighs in at 6g. What I assume are three males have been wittering away and chasing each other around quite a small area when they disagree about who won the singing competition – little flashes of aerodynamic grey fluff battling for supremacy of the Acer palmatum conveniently sandwiched between a camellia, a kowhai, and a robust trellis covered in potato vine they seem to like climbing in. Having grey warblers in permanent residence here in Woburn, Lower Hutt is quite new (at least in my garden), with them only having turned up earlier this year. I hope they don’t exhaust themselves before they get to do any actual courting. This was taken last week, it is pouring with rain today so a temporary cease fire has been called. Fingers crossed they nest here."
Pipa is a seven year-old mixed breed.
"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go out, explore with me and … View morePipa is a seven year-old mixed breed.
"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go out, explore with me and show me all the wonderful things out there. I have lots of love to give and like to be with my people. I LOVE food but this love and nose can sometimes get me into trouble. As I want to keep all the cuddles and tummy rubs for myself I am looking for a home as an only dog. Don't be fooled by my size, I can be cheeky and have jumped fences before, so am needing a home that has high fencing. I could live with older kids that are confident around big boisterous ladies like myself. I'm a real sweet heart waiting for a family to pick me. So if you think I'm the girl for you please contact us."
Yes, our birthday celebration is still on until the end of the month.
Free 250g jar of honey with every Kg purchased.
Hi neighbours. This week The Dominion Post's great sconeathon is heading to Porirua. Please let us know in the comments where we can buy the best cheese scones in Porirua - you'll be able to read all about our adventures in Saturday's paper. Thanks!
Just a friendly reminder to make sure all of your passwords are unique on every website you create an account for. For example how hackers can get into your Social Media accounts like Facebook is they have a list of passwords that you used in the past (typically from a shopping website that got … View moreJust a friendly reminder to make sure all of your passwords are unique on every website you create an account for. For example how hackers can get into your Social Media accounts like Facebook is they have a list of passwords that you used in the past (typically from a shopping website that got hacked) and they do trial and error on all social media sights and even bank sites.
A good recommendation is to use randomly generated passwords a good tool for this is if you have your Gmail signed in and are using Google Chrome when you go to create an account sometimes an arrow that is performing a full circle will appear in the corner this is to generate a random password.
An alternative to the above method as it does not always appear when you create an account is to sign up for a Password manager such as Last Pass as they store all your passwords on a secured server and can work on Smart Phones too.
You can check us out on our website or feel free to email lsayers@flct.org.nz as we are more than happy to answer any questions you might have about passwords, security or technology in general.
All funds raised from our IT services goes towards helping Freedom Living support the physically disabled community nationwide!
Rebecca from Petone and Chewie.
"This is Chewie. She is shown here practising for her Catlympics debut.>
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
It is normally one Pet of the Day a week but this picture of Samba is just so good it could not be left out. Samba belongs to Anne and Sean Mulcahy from Carterton.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say … View moreIt is normally one Pet of the Day a week but this picture of Samba is just so good it could not be left out. Samba belongs to Anne and Sean Mulcahy from Carterton.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
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Porirua’s inspiring young students were recognised today for their outstanding leadership and service in their schools and community.
The Rotary Clubs of Porirua and Porirua City Council presented the Primary School Leadership Awards to 61 local school children at a ceremony at Elim Church.
… View morePorirua’s inspiring young students were recognised today for their outstanding leadership and service in their schools and community.
The Rotary Clubs of Porirua and Porirua City Council presented the Primary School Leadership Awards to 61 local school children at a ceremony at Elim Church.
Porirua Mayor Anita Baker, and Rotary District Governor Mark Wheeler presented the awards and gave each student a Rotary International theme pin for 2021-2022.
Mayor Anita Baker said she was impressed with how these young award recipients lead by example to make a positive change in their schools and community.
"Our tamariki in Porirua are truly inspiring and I’m so proud to be here today. Thank you for all you do for others, for giving your time and talents to help others and being positive role models in our community, I believe the future of Porirua is in good hands."
The President of the Rotary Club of Plimmerton, Kay Phillips agreed. “One of the many things that I love about the Primary School Leadership Awards is that we get to showcase some of the wonderful talent in Porirua schools.”
She said that the Rotary International theme for this year is 'Serve to Change Lives'.
“I believe that is what our young people being honoured today, are doing – you serve within your school to change the lives of all students for the better.”
Children’s Commissioner, Judge Andrew Becroft, spoke at the event about the impact of their leadership.
“You are the leaders of today. Not just the leaders of tomorrow. You have the opportunity to change the way Aotearoa values young people now. Your character is the starting point.”
The children were selected by principals from primary schools throughout Porirua. Two senior students from each school were chosen based on leadership, service above self, and being role models.
The students had been involved in a range of activities including sports, kapa haka, dance, community work, academic pursuits, environmental efforts and supporting and caring for other students.
Wendy Betteridge, the Project Leader for the Awards, read through all of the young leaders’ citations prior to the presentations. She commented that she was overwhelmed by what she read and reflected on where their amazing leadership skills and evidence of service will take them in future years.
A list of recipients is attached.
For a testimonial on each student, or other queries, please contact Wendy Betteridge at Rotary on 021 417576 or wendy@lastingimpact.co.nz
2021 Award Recipients:
Adventure School
Darius Alefosio
Ashleigh Neal
Bishop Viard College
Eterei Leiataua-Finau
Anaru Siohane-Hune
Brandon Intermediate
Siu Ala
Seepa Kosetatino-Liufau
Cannons Creek School
Olipelise Leofo
A Bi Vang
Corinna School
Clayton Lee
Ripeka Rankin
Discovery School
Marcus Chapman-Walsh
Ellie Jenner
Glenview School
Jennyvette Lealaisalanoa
Baraa El Masri
Holy Family School
Oluolu Hune
Mikayla Lokeni
Linden School
Zayden Edward
Kii Kii Reynolds
Maraeroa School
Ariana McNaughton
Lucien Tulia
Natone Park School
Ezekiel Fuimaono
Missouri Maifala
Ngati Toa School
Miriam Siave
Tiwini Tukukino
Papakowhai School
Travis Carnegie
Carter McKee
Paremata School
Madeline Griffiths
Makayla Webb
Pauatahanui School
Sofia Boden
Anika Myers
Plimmerton School
Hazel Edge
Felix Thomas
Porirua School
Serenity Neru
James Tangitamaiti
Postgate School
Milla Aiulu
Ferne Stevenson
Pukerua Bay School
Ryan Flanagan
Trilby Knill
Rangikura School
Alfred Maeva
Peyton Perez
Russell School
Paul Brown
Kenzo Taae
St Pius X School
Tania Rinchom-Paull
St Theresa’s School
Patrick Reiher
Archie Sinclair
Tawa School
Bella Burbery
Grace Fountain
Te Kura Maori o Porirua
Prin'sess Eketone
Te Maiohi Tua
Titahi Bay Intermediate
Alexi MacCormick
Isla-Mia Tukukino
Titahi Bay North School
Cruz Nordstrom
Apiata Rowlands
Titahi Bay School
Toby Benson-Tofts
Allise Taurima
Wellington Seventh Day Adventist School
Azriel Alatimu
Ania Latu
Whitby Collegiate School
Louisa Egley-Turner
Alma Steinfeld
Windley School
Matthew Mafuolo
Joshua Wolff
9 Aug 2021
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