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1916 days ago

Poll: What do you think about restricted access to the Hāwera emergency department?

Reporter Taranaki Daily News

Hi neighbours - Can you imagine only being able to go to the emergency department with a GP referral or in an ambulance?

The Taranaki District Health Board is proposing to restrict access to Hāwera emergency department, as "there's a real concern that people use it as their general practice rather than just for emergencies."

What are your thoughts? Will this help to prioritise seriously urgent patients, or turn away those in need?
Read more here

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What do you think about restricted access to the Hāwera emergency department?
  • 29% It's a good option - people will receive the right care at the right time
    29% Complete
  • 7.2% I'm not sure how this would work out, but time will tell
    7.2% Complete
  • 63.8% I don't think it'll work - people who need help could be turned away
    63.8% Complete
69 votes
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1 day ago

Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.

How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.

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How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
  • 27.9% With a city-wide public fireworks display
    27.9% Complete
  • 20.5% Small fireworks displays in each community
    20.5% Complete
  • 7.7% Keep it as is
    7.7% Complete
  • 32.7% We shouldn't celebrate it!
    32.7% Complete
  • 10.8% Anything but fireworks
    10.8% Complete
  • 0.4% Other - I'll share below
    0.4% Complete
1637 votes
17 hours ago

Solve This Riddle or Be Left Scratching Your Head!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

With pointed fangs, I sit and wait;
with piercing force, I crunch out fate.
I grab victims, proclaiming might,
and physically join with a single bite.
What am I?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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19 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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