Norovirus outbreaks in Central Otago
Contaminated water at a sports event is responsible for one of two outbreaks of norovirus in Central Otago.
The Southern District Health Board has issued a hygiene warning after two "large" gastrointestinal illness outbreaks were reported in the region over the past two weeks.
Norovirus is highly-infectious and spread easily from person to person.
"With the start of the holiday period we ask everyone to be thorough with all personal hygiene, safe food preparation, and cooking," Poore said.
"Although the acute illness is generally over within 24 to 36 hours, people with norovirus are infectious for at least three days after the symptoms stop and on some occasions for up to two weeks."
The number of cases was in the mid-20s and no-one had been hospitalised. Read more here
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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0% Yes
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0% No
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0% Other - I'll share below
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.1% Yes
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15.1% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
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