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1380 days ago

Poll: Do you think saliva testing should be offered to Christchurch border staff?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Christchurch International Airport is not doing daily Covid-19 saliva tests for its border staff – unlike Auckland Airport, which is privately funding a saliva testing pilot.

Airport boss Malcolm Johns said it was not a financial issue, but it was unnecessary as almost all international … View more
Christchurch International Airport is not doing daily Covid-19 saliva tests for its border staff – unlike Auckland Airport, which is privately funding a saliva testing pilot.

Airport boss Malcolm Johns said it was not a financial issue, but it was unnecessary as almost all international travellers were arriving via Auckland. The bigger risk in Christchurch was at managed isolation and quarantine (MIQ) facilities.

Do you think saliva testing should be offered to Christchurch border staff?

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Do you think saliva testing should be offered to Christchurch border staff?
  • 87.3% Yes
    87.3% Complete
  • 7.7% No
    7.7% Complete
  • 5% I'm undecided
    5% Complete
339 votes
1382 days ago

Auckland to move to Alert Level 2, rest of New Zealand to move to Alert Level 1

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
17 February
4.53pm

The rest of New Zealand will return at Alert Level 1 at 11.59pm tonight. Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- New Zealand will return to Alert … View more
UPDATE
17 February
4.53pm

The rest of New Zealand will return at Alert Level 1 at 11.59pm tonight. Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- New Zealand will return to Alert Level 1 with Auckland moving to Alert Level 2.
- These restrictions will be reviewed February 22.
- There has been an additional 1 case confirmed, with the positive case a member of the same household bubble.
- New locations of interest have been loaded on the Ministry of Health website.
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UPDATE
16 February
1.09pm

There are no new community cases Ashley Bloomfield confirmed in a 1pm update today. There are no new cases in MIQ facilities.
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UPDATE
15 February
4.20pm

Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- The Prime Minister says there's a variety of scenarios on how the virus got into the community. To date, health officials are still attempting to establish the source of the outbreak.
- 42 people have been identified as close contacts.
- The first batch of Pfizer vaccines - 60,000 doses - arrived this morning on a Singapore Airlines flight.
- Vaccines will be offered to border and MIQ workers from this Saturday.
- This will be the largest vaccine programme in New Zealand's history, Jacinda Ardern says.
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UPDATE
February 15
1.36pm

The Ministry of Health has confirmed five new cases of Covid-19 in managed isolation. There are no new community cases.
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UPDATE
February 15
8.18am

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that the first two February cases are the highly infectious UK strain. There is no link to any MIQ infections.
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All regions outside Auckland have moved to Alert Level 2.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern addressed the nation at 7.00pm Sunday, announcing all regions excluding Auckland, will move to Alert Level 2 from 11.59pm tonight.

Here's what you need to know:
- Gatherings of more than 100 people are prohibited.
- Mask use is encouraged when it is difficult to maintain physical distancing.
- From 11.59pm tonight, travel to Auckland will no longer be possible with the heightened alert level - unless you are returning home.
- The full list of rules under Alert Level 2 can be found here.
- Here's the full list of locations of interest where the cases visited.

Neighbourly will update this message as further information comes to hand.

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1383 days ago

Fond memories

Don from Parklands - Marshlands

The perks of the milk janitors, time off class to do milk janitor duties at Burwood primary school, cutting whistles from the willow tree while the teacher held the class outside and read another story (days when boys were allowed pocket knives at school), the swimming pool not reeking of chlorine,… View moreThe perks of the milk janitors, time off class to do milk janitor duties at Burwood primary school, cutting whistles from the willow tree while the teacher held the class outside and read another story (days when boys were allowed pocket knives at school), the swimming pool not reeking of chlorine, the flag raising ceremony in the mornings before we all trooped inside to classes, ah we were blessed, they were mostly good days. Bull Rush, and rounders, the cricket stump with a piece of bike tube rubber holding the tennis ball so as those not too proficient with a bat had a good opportunity to take a swing and run and hope for a home run. The wednesday bus trip to the Normal school for cooking and woodwork lessons (well there was segregation but not as we now NO it.)
And when we got home we could use the milk bottle tops to make pom poms and provide our own entertainment. Ah yes I remember them well.

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1379 days ago

Oamaru Stone Carvings

Jemma from Belfast

Kia Ora Everyone!
My husband makes Oamaru Stone Carvings! He is happy to make one of your choice, we have done a lot of Infinity designs, and he’s working on a couple of his own designs at the moment.
If you would love one of these for your home or for a gift for someone else please get in … View more
Kia Ora Everyone!
My husband makes Oamaru Stone Carvings! He is happy to make one of your choice, we have done a lot of Infinity designs, and he’s working on a couple of his own designs at the moment.
If you would love one of these for your home or for a gift for someone else please get in touch 😊

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1379 days ago

Did you know?

Silverstream Subdivision

Did you know that Kaiapoi used to be a busy port in the 1860s and remained in intermittent use until 1967? ⛵⁠

#silverstreamsubdivision #silverstreamwestkaiapoi #itsallhere #didyouknow #history #kaiapoi

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1381 days ago

Volunteers - North Canterbury Riding for the Disabled

Lin from Kaiapoi

Are you looking for something to give back to the community - what about volunteering for North Canterbury Riding for the Disabled? If you are a "horse" person, or even if you are not, this is an amazing organization full of wonderful people who are dedicated to helping those of us who … View moreAre you looking for something to give back to the community - what about volunteering for North Canterbury Riding for the Disabled? If you are a "horse" person, or even if you are not, this is an amazing organization full of wonderful people who are dedicated to helping those of us who are less able have some enjoyment. It has been long proven that riding has so many benefits, physically, psychologically, emotionally, educationally and most of all so good for the self-esteem of those with challenges. We have riding sessions on a Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday and you commitment would only be for 1-3 hours on one of those days. Come and join us. Telephone Lin Bisman 03 3120998 for further details

1380 days ago

Pams bacon pieces recalled

Neighbourly.co.nz

It has been revealed that aluminium pieces may be present in a Pams product.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries advised that a specific batch of "Pams Bacon Pieces" should not be consumed due to the possible presence of the foreign matter.

So far, there have been no… View more
It has been revealed that aluminium pieces may be present in a Pams product.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries advised that a specific batch of "Pams Bacon Pieces" should not be consumed due to the possible presence of the foreign matter.

So far, there have been no reports of associated injuries but if consumers have any concerns about their health, they should contact health officials.

What you need to know:
- The product is sold in Pak'n Save, Four Square and New World stores throughout the country.
- The best before date is February 28 2021.
- The bacon pieces weigh 350g and are contained in a plastic wrapping.

Customers are asked to return the product to their retailer for a full refund. Further queries can be directed to Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd on 0800 24 51 14

For further information on the recall please visit the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1381 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Worldwide Web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For February it is 9.00 am on Sunday 21st (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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1381 days ago

Top 5 Tips on Relocating to a New Neighbourhood

Silverstream Subdivision

Moving to a new neighbourhood can be nerve-wracking. Questions may be racing through your mind such as; will the neighbours be nice? Where’s the nearest supermarket? And how will you meet new people? Read our top 5 tips on relocating to a new neighbourhood by clicking the link in our bio ✨⁠
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Moving to a new neighbourhood can be nerve-wracking. Questions may be racing through your mind such as; will the neighbours be nice? Where’s the nearest supermarket? And how will you meet new people? Read our top 5 tips on relocating to a new neighbourhood by clicking the link in our bio ✨⁠

#silverstreamsubdivision #silverstreamwestkaiapoi #itsallhere #blogpost #top5 #relocating

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1385 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Silverstream Subdivision

Throw🔙 to when the retail village was being built six years ago! ✨⁠

#silverstreamsubdivision #silverstreamwestkaiapoi #itsallhere #tbt

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1381 days ago

HOMED Saturday 13th February

Julia Gailey Reporter from Homed - The Press

So many magnificent properties hit the market last week.
Check them out in this week's edition of HOMED.

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1381 days ago

CAB service at Level 2

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

As we enter level 2 , we will remain open but with some changes to our service for the next 3 days. Our normal JP clinic (Hornby) will not run tomorrow due to social distancing rules. Both our City and North branches will be available by phone , email and on line chat but no face to face at this … View moreAs we enter level 2 , we will remain open but with some changes to our service for the next 3 days. Our normal JP clinic (Hornby) will not run tomorrow due to social distancing rules. Both our City and North branches will be available by phone , email and on line chat but no face to face at this time.
Our West branch will be open for face to face. We thank you all for your understanding. If Level 2 continues beyond Wednesday we will run appointment based services for our clinics. We will keep you updated.

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1381 days ago

COVID-19 ALERT LEVEL UPDATE

The Team from New Zealand Police

From 11:59pm tonight, Auckland moves to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. The measures will remain in place for three days until midnight Wednesday.

More information on the Alert Levels here: covid19.govt.nz...

For everything you need to know visit … View more
From 11:59pm tonight, Auckland moves to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. The measures will remain in place for three days until midnight Wednesday.

More information on the Alert Levels here: covid19.govt.nz...

For everything you need to know visit www.covid19.govt.nz....

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1382 days ago

Valentines Day

Silverstream Subdivision

Happy Valentines Day! We hope you spend the day surrounded by those you love 💕⁠

#silverstreamsubdivision #silverstreamwestkaiapoi #itsallhere #valentinesday #valentines #love #friendship #family

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1382 days ago

Tell us about a local business that makes your day?

Prospa

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. Well, it’s … View moreWe all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. Well, it’s payback time!

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes (T&C’s apply).

Every nominated business receives a free 3-month premium listing on Neighbourly. The 11 Regional finalists get a $100 Prezzy® gift card for the business (and one for the nominator too) and a 12-month Premium Business listing on Neighbourly (valued at $399). The National winner receives $2,500 cash prize from Prospa, a $5,000 Stuff advertising package and a $2,500 Neighbourly package.

Nominate a business today and spread the word about your Prospa Local Business Hero.
Learn more

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