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487 days ago

Aged Care Employee Day

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest … View more
August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest Rutherford Special Care team, it was working the night shift as it was the perfect job to manage while she raised her children as a single mum.

Click read more for the full story.

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499 days ago

Poll: Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.

Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?

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Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?
  • 69.2% Yes, always ask
    69.2% Complete
  • 29.8% No
    29.8% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below!
    1.1% Complete
2789 votes
488 days ago

Want to live more sustainably? Try an eBike!

Bosch eBike Systems

Keen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a … View moreKeen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a sweaty mess, either!

Contact your local Bosch-powered eBike dealer to organise a test ride and find out more about living more sustainably with your eBike.

Feel the Flow!

The Team at Bosch eBike Systems
Find out more

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494 days ago

Poll: Do you think these trees should have been felled?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

A Taupō family battling the NZTA about removing trees overshadowing their property are selling the farm because they won’t live in a dangerous home.

In June, the Waikato Times … View more
A Taupō family battling the NZTA about removing trees overshadowing their property are selling the farm because they won’t live in a dangerous home.

In June, the Waikato Times visited the Blank family at their property on State Highway 5 near Wairakei after they said they were too frightened to live in their own home after trees smashed through its roof during Cyclone Gabrielle.

Do you think the trees should have been felled? Explain your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your thoughts used in print).

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Do you think these trees should have been felled?
  • 100% Yes
    100% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
  • 0% Not sure
    0% Complete
8 votes
492 days ago

Step it up!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

A splash of Resene red transforms a rumpty old ladder into a handy stool or nifty shelves.

Find out how to repurpose your old ladder.

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492 days ago

Do you have a DIY (or DIY disaster) dad?

Resene

Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.

Tell… View more
Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.

Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!

Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our colourful spot prizes.
Find out more

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493 days ago

Tips for working in retirement

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Retirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.

Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting… View more
Retirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.

Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting gears to something more fulfilling or pursuing passions that you now have time for. This might mean volunteering, part-time work, or even starting your own business.

Here’s some helpful advice from Ryman residents in the workforce.

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495 days ago

Chemist Warehouse Chartwell Now Open!

Chemist Warehouse

Find the new Chemist Warehouse at Chartwell Shopping Centre, near Michael Hill.

With the biggest range of all your health and beauty essentials at the lowest prices and Free prescriptions* - the team is ready to help 7 days a week!

Don't worry if you can't make it in-store, you can… View more
Find the new Chemist Warehouse at Chartwell Shopping Centre, near Michael Hill.

With the biggest range of all your health and beauty essentials at the lowest prices and Free prescriptions* - the team is ready to help 7 days a week!

Don't worry if you can't make it in-store, you can shop online 24/7 or use our convenient Click & Collect Service! We look forward to seeing you soon!

Chemist Warehouse - Great Savings, Every Day!
Find out more

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499 days ago

Good on ya Matt

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Congratulations to founding Momentum Waikato trustee Matthew Cooper on his recent appointment as President of New Zealand Rugby.

The Mooloo Parade of 1993 continues to populate the upper echelons of the national game!

As ever, we are proud to support Waikato Rugby's grassroots through… View more
Congratulations to founding Momentum Waikato trustee Matthew Cooper on his recent appointment as President of New Zealand Rugby.

The Mooloo Parade of 1993 continues to populate the upper echelons of the national game!

As ever, we are proud to support Waikato Rugby's grassroots through our care of the Waikato Community Rugby Fund - find out more and donate at the link below.

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508 days ago

Poll: Have you had a pen pal?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the invention of the internet and mobile phone communication, pen pals seem to be a thing of the past but it was a common practice at one point.

Did you have a pen pal? Where did you meet them? Share below!

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Have you had a pen pal?
  • 66% Yes
    66% Complete
  • 33.6% No
    33.6% Complete
  • 0.4% Other - I'll share below!
    0.4% Complete
1191 votes
499 days ago
501 days ago

Best medical alarms

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Do you feel less steady on your feet than you used to be, or perhaps have already experienced a fall or seizure? If so, a medical alarm can help you regain your independence and confidence.

If you have a medical emergency or fall, just press the button on your personal medical alarm and speak to… View more
Do you feel less steady on your feet than you used to be, or perhaps have already experienced a fall or seizure? If so, a medical alarm can help you regain your independence and confidence.

If you have a medical emergency or fall, just press the button on your personal medical alarm and speak to an operator through the built-in speaker. If you can’t speak, an ambulance will be dispatched immediately.

There are a number of different medical alarm options available in New Zealand, so you will be able to find one that suits your needs.

Click read more for the full article.

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502 days ago

Linear pendant lights

Anne from Waipahihi

2 new, unused pendant lights suitable for over kitchen bench or dining table. $150 for 1800mm $100 for 1500mm

Negotiable

502 days ago

Update your Covid protection

Health New Zealand

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free and … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, go to BookMyVaccine.nz or talk to your healthcare provider.
Book now

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503 days ago

Gas Leak CBD

The Team from Bay of Plenty & Taupo Police

Police are asking pedestrians to avoid the Taupo CBD, and building occupants to remain inside with cordons being put in place due to a gas leak.

Cordons are in place across an 800 metre radius around Horomatangi Street.

Cordons include the intersections of Horomatangi Street, Ruapehu, … View more
Police are asking pedestrians to avoid the Taupo CBD, and building occupants to remain inside with cordons being put in place due to a gas leak.

Cordons are in place across an 800 metre radius around Horomatangi Street.

Cordons include the intersections of Horomatangi Street, Ruapehu, Tamamutu, and Titiraupenga Streets, and the lake front.

Police are asking pedestrians to avoid the area and for those in buildings to remain within the building with the windows closed and air conditioning off.

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