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2334 days ago

Waikato DHB Nurses Strike

Andre Chivell from Waikato District Health Board

Waikato DHB NZNO nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives will strike for 24 hours from 7am Thursday 12 July to 7am Friday 13 July Services will be severely affected during this time.

To reduce the number of patients in hospital and attending our clinics over the time leading up to and … View more
Waikato DHB NZNO nurses, healthcare assistants and some midwives will strike for 24 hours from 7am Thursday 12 July to 7am Friday 13 July Services will be severely affected during this time.

To reduce the number of patients in hospital and attending our clinics over the time leading up to and during the proposed industrial action we will be:
- Rescheduling appointments for surgery, treatments and outpatient clinics.
- Giving priority to emergency, critical care and maternity.
- Still providing some essential outpatient clinics such as cancer and dialysis treatments.
- Contacting all patients whose operations or clinic appointments are affected by the strike.

For patients remaining in the wards, these patients will receive higher level nursing cares only. Basic nursing duties will not be performed. We would really appreciate help from patients’ whānau and friends in the wards to provide support with washing, dressing and feeding.

Please save the hospital emergency department for emergencies only. If it’s not an emergency contact your GP, or go to an urgent care centre or call Healthline on 0800 611 116.

For further information around the strike please visit our website - www.waikatodhb.health.nz/strike Or if you have a query call toll-free 0800 276 216.
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2336 days ago

Nurses vote to strike this Thursday

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Waikato,

What do you think about your nurses rejecting the latest pay offer from District Health Boards? It's now been confirmed that 24 hours of strike action will begin at 7am Thursday.

A "majority" of the New Zealand Nurses' Organisation's (NZNO) … View more
Hi Waikato,

What do you think about your nurses rejecting the latest pay offer from District Health Boards? It's now been confirmed that 24 hours of strike action will begin at 7am Thursday.

A "majority" of the New Zealand Nurses' Organisation's (NZNO) more-than-30,000 members have chosen to take industrial action - a move described as "unprecedented".

What do you think about Thursday's strike? Were you surprised they rejected the last offer? Or do you think they deserve more? Let us know in the replies!

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2335 days ago

Countdown recalls frozen veggie mix

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Countdown supermarkets are recalling a frozen vegetable mix as a precaution amid fears it could contain a particularly dangerous strain of listeria that has been linked to nine deaths overseas.

The Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) confirmed the recalled products have been traced back to a … View more
Countdown supermarkets are recalling a frozen vegetable mix as a precaution amid fears it could contain a particularly dangerous strain of listeria that has been linked to nine deaths overseas.

The Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) confirmed the recalled products have been traced back to a Hungarian facility, known to be the source of the listeria.

A Countdown spokeswoman said the supermarket had been advised there was a potential risk its Bell Farms Steam Veggies, Carrot, Corn and Broccoli bags contained the bacteria.

The company withdrew one batch of the Bell Farms frozen vegetables on Friday from all Countdown, SuperValue, and FreshChoice stores and has since recalled all batches of the product. Anyone who has purchased this product can return it to any of our stores for a full refund.

Frozen vegetables generally pose no risk if cooked correctly before eating, she said. Listeria can cause illness in pregnant woman and their unborn babies, newborns, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems.

Information on the recall is available here. More information on food safety and listeria can be found here.

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2335 days ago

Spend $100 and get a cleaning product FREE!

Resene

Clean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99*!

These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. If you don’t have one you can … View more
Clean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99*!

These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. If you don’t have one you can sign up free when you’re in store. Hurry offer ends 23 July 2018!
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*Tinting and PaintWise levy extra.
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2340 days ago

Winter energy payments: What do you think?

Robert Steven Reporter from Taupō Times

Have you received an extra $30 this week?

An extra $31.82 is now being paid to all couples 65 years and older who receive New Zealand Superannuation. Single superannuitants are receiving $20.46 per week, automatically.

** What does everyone think about the payment? ***
*** Great idea, or a … View more
Have you received an extra $30 this week?

An extra $31.82 is now being paid to all couples 65 years and older who receive New Zealand Superannuation. Single superannuitants are receiving $20.46 per week, automatically.

** What does everyone think about the payment? ***
*** Great idea, or a waste of government money as it's not targeted?***

Please write NFP if you'd prefer your comment wasn't used in a print story.

The payment runs for 12 weeks and is to help with increased winter heating costs.
The payment is not means tested.

Winston Peters, who earns $335,000 per annum, is receiving the payment and says he does not intend to refuse it.

People on Jobseeker Support and Sole Parent Support also receive the payment.

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2337 days ago

The Great Tip Top Factory Sale!

Tip Top

Planning a big event or fundraiser, or just want to stock up for summer? Make sure you jot the 14th July down in your calendar. With up to 80% off wholesale prices on bulk buys across a wide range of sticks, cones, and tubs; you won’t want to miss Tip Top’s huge factory sale!

When: Saturday … View more
Planning a big event or fundraiser, or just want to stock up for summer? Make sure you jot the 14th July down in your calendar. With up to 80% off wholesale prices on bulk buys across a wide range of sticks, cones, and tubs; you won’t want to miss Tip Top’s huge factory sale!

When: Saturday 14th July, from 8am
Where: Shed 6, ASB Showgrounds, 217 Greenlane West, Epsom, Auckland
No returns or refunds
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2338 days ago

Meet Simon Bridges in Putaruru

Louise Upston - MP for Taupo

If you missed Thursday's meeting with Simon Bridges in Taupo, New Zealand, there is still time to catch up with us next week on Tuesday, 10 July when Simon visits Putaruru.

We are getting together at the Te Matauranga o Korekere Central Kids CNI Conference Centre, Glenshea Street, Putaruru.… View more
If you missed Thursday's meeting with Simon Bridges in Taupo, New Zealand, there is still time to catch up with us next week on Tuesday, 10 July when Simon visits Putaruru.

We are getting together at the Te Matauranga o Korekere Central Kids CNI Conference Centre, Glenshea Street, Putaruru. If you have any specific questions you want to ask Simon, comment below, and come along to the meeting to hear from Simon in person. We hope to see you there!

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2338 days ago

Missing kitty

Kirsty Neighbourly Lead from Taupo Central

Daisy is still missing from Birch St. I don't mind if someone has picked her up or she's boarding at a new home - I just want to know she's ok. I'd love her back of course, but if it's not to be....

2338 days ago

Need and want some fresh bread ?

Viola from Taupo Central

If you would like a fresh, warm and healthy loaf of homemade goodness delivered to your door, please either comment on here, text or call me on 021 0252 1343 or email me on brotart.taupo@gmail.com. Choose from 7 different loaves (something for ever taste) on my website www.brot... and let me know … View moreIf you would like a fresh, warm and healthy loaf of homemade goodness delivered to your door, please either comment on here, text or call me on 021 0252 1343 or email me on brotart.taupo@gmail.com. Choose from 7 different loaves (something for ever taste) on my website www.brot... and let me know by Monday 5/6pm. Go onto my site here at neighbourly (brot art) to check out the menu and the website and contact me through that page as well. Thank you

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2338 days ago

Thinking of hiring a Tradie?

Consumer Protection

Thinking of hiring a local contractor to do some renovations on your house? A good rule of thumb is to obtain more than one quote, particularly if you are investing a large sum of money.

- Do you know the difference between a quote or an estimate?
- Will you need to hire multiple contractors?
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Thinking of hiring a local contractor to do some renovations on your house? A good rule of thumb is to obtain more than one quote, particularly if you are investing a large sum of money.

- Do you know the difference between a quote or an estimate?
- Will you need to hire multiple contractors?

There can be big differences in the prices – make sure you ask why. If you want a good result, the more you think about upfront the better. Follow our checklists, information, and tools to help you through the process.
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2339 days ago

Cool Blue Taupo

Katrin from Taupo Central

..... Has arrived!!! playing wonderful Jazz and Blues sounds

onlineradionz.com...

2339 days ago

Macpac Taupo now open (for real this time!)

Macpac

We got a little bit excited yesterday and told you we were open when we weren’t quite finished getting ready – but this morning our doors officially opened for our first store in the ultimate adventurer’s playground.

We can’t get enough of all there is to see and do in Taupo, and we … View more
We got a little bit excited yesterday and told you we were open when we weren’t quite finished getting ready – but this morning our doors officially opened for our first store in the ultimate adventurer’s playground.

We can’t get enough of all there is to see and do in Taupo, and we couldn’t be more excited to join a community that’s as in love with the outdoors as we are!

We’re all neighbours now, don’t be shy – we look forward to seeing you in-store!

Macpac Taupo, now open at 45 Tongariro Street.

www.macpac.co.nz
Shop now

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