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1859 days ago

Walking Well

Sherry from Strathmore Park

Walking is an important part of daily life. Starting next week is a 3 week workshop which will look at the way we walk and how we can help reduce the wear and tear on our joints and tissues.

You will learn:

- correct body alignment

- simple exercises to reduce the pressure on the knees and feet
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Walking is an important part of daily life. Starting next week is a 3 week workshop which will look at the way we walk and how we can help reduce the wear and tear on our joints and tissues.

You will learn:

- correct body alignment

- simple exercises to reduce the pressure on the knees and feet

- how to walk uphill and downhill to reduce wear and tear on the knees

There will be three sessions. The third will include an outside practical session (if weather permits) to put our new skills into practice.

Dates: There is a choice of daytime or evening sessions.

DAY: 1.30 - 2.25 pm Friday 13th, 20th and 27th September
or
EVENING: 7.15 - 8.25 pm Thursday 12th, 19th and 26th September

Venue: Kilbirnie Pool Group Fitness room

For further information and the cost please see attached poster.

To book contact Sherry Cornish
Restorative Exercise Specialist 027 352 7676
Email: sherry@restorativeexercise.nz

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1871 days ago

Where are the best property deals?

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

The region (and city) you choose to invest in can drastically impact your future returns.

That's why, once you decide to invest in NZ's property market, your next step is to question which region you should park your money in.

To read more about where the best … View more
Hey neighbours,

The region (and city) you choose to invest in can drastically impact your future returns.

That's why, once you decide to invest in NZ's property market, your next step is to question which region you should park your money in.

To read more about where the best property deals might be click here.

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1860 days ago

Create your own painting - we'll show you how

Silke from Heart for Art

Come join us in our Art studio for a fun 3 hour social art experience. We’ll show you, step by step, how to create the days featured painting. You’ll leave with a massive smile and your own finished masterpiece. It's totally easy, heaps of fun and you don't need any experience. … View moreCome join us in our Art studio for a fun 3 hour social art experience. We’ll show you, step by step, how to create the days featured painting. You’ll leave with a massive smile and your own finished masterpiece. It's totally easy, heaps of fun and you don't need any experience. We'll even provide all your materials and afternoon tea. Awesome! Loads of cool paintings to come create.
Come paint with us, we'd love to meet you.
Check out our upcoming events here snip.ly...

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1860 days ago

Piano for sale

Margaret from Hataitai

1950's Challen piano, reasonable condition although top A key needs adjusting, has piano warmer & stool

Price: $100

1866 days ago

Times are tough for renters

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

If you're looking to secure a rental property, get ready for a competitive and expensive time.

New figures say the number of Trade Me inquiries on rentals is on the up, and with the number of available properties decreasing, significant price jumps are expected in the … View more
Hey neighbours,

If you're looking to secure a rental property, get ready for a competitive and expensive time.

New figures say the number of Trade Me inquiries on rentals is on the up, and with the number of available properties decreasing, significant price jumps are expected in the coming months.

Auckland's median weekly rent rose to $560 in July, while in Wellington the median weekly rent has risen 10 per cent year-on-year to $530.

Are you having a hard time finding and affording a rental property?

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

To read more, click here.

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1860 days ago

Mental Health + Well-Being - September 1st to 30th 🧠

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

For … View more
Did you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

For the month of September, we want to use our voice to raise awareness for mental health and well-being. Perhaps consider sharing a cuppa with someone you know who could use the support or challenge your family and friends to unplug from social media for the entire month to improve their well-being. If you or someone you know is going through a rough patch, don’t forget you can call or text 1737 anytime for FREE support from a trained counsellor.

Don’t forget, this month also coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10th) followed by Mental Health Awareness Week (23 - 29 September) and Mental Health Awareness Day on October 10th.

However you choose to take part, feel free to tag us in your posts + use the following hashtag so we can see how you’re cultivating better mental health for yourself or in your community this month:

#NSNZmentalhealth

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1860 days ago

How are the measles immunisation rates where you live?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Vaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?… View moreVaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?

Search for your suburb here to check the immunisation rates percentages in 2018.

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1860 days ago

Wastewater overflow

The Team from Wellington Water

We have had several reports of wastewater overflowing from a manhole on the corner of Ghuznee St and Victoria St in the Wellington CBD.

Crews are heading out now to resolve the issue. Please avoid the area.

1861 days ago

Overcoming Obstacles

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🏉 Through school-based programmes like #KiwiCan, #Stars, and #ProjectK, we empower our youth to grow into the best versions of themselves.

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