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To help protect patients, staff and the community while we all respond to COVID-19 in our communities we are making some important changes to how our facilities operate.
CLINIC APPOINTMENTS AND PLANNED SURGERY
Acute and urgent care will continue to be delivered as normal, as well as time … View moreTo help protect patients, staff and the community while we all respond to COVID-19 in our communities we are making some important changes to how our facilities operate.
CLINIC APPOINTMENTS AND PLANNED SURGERY
Acute and urgent care will continue to be delivered as normal, as well as time critical procedures and clinic appointments.
If you had a surgery date or a clinic appointment that was postponed or changed to a virtual consultation you will have been contacted directly to inform you of this.
If you haven’t been contacted and you are unclear about your appointment contact the booking clerk phone number on your appointment letter.
If you have any concerns or believe your procedure is urgent, please do contact the clinic you are booked with to confirm your appointment status before visiting our facilities.
RESTRICTED VISITING FOR ALL WAIKATO DHB HOSPITALS
Visitor restrictions remain in place at this time. Please see our Visitor Policy page for full details.
For those unable to visit, we encourage use of mobile phone or digital technology to keep in contact with your loved ones.
KEEP OUR EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT FOR EMERGENCIES
A reminder that our emergency department remains open. However, please do ensure this is used for emergencies only.
Anyone needing immediate or urgent help should seek medical care by calling 111 for an ambulance or going to their nearest hospital emergency department.
If you or a whānau member has a condition that is not urgent or severe :
Phone your GP for an appointment or
Call Healthline 0800 611 116 for free 24 hour health advice. They will tell you
the best place to go.
If you have COVID-19 and start to feel worse or have general COVID questions:
o Call the COVID Healthline for free on 0800 358 5453, 24 hours a day or visit the Unite Against Covid website.
For any Waikato DHB-related queries please call toll-free 0800 276 216
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for walnut recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before March 28, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.
More reasons why you should always have a bottle of vinegar on hand.
There are so many different vinegar uses that it is truly one of the most versatile items in your pantry. From cooking to cleaning to personal care, there are endless home uses for vinegar. In fact, there are very few things … View moreMore reasons why you should always have a bottle of vinegar on hand.
There are so many different vinegar uses that it is truly one of the most versatile items in your pantry. From cooking to cleaning to personal care, there are endless home uses for vinegar. In fact, there are very few things you can’t clean with vinegar.
It’s important to note that there are many different types of vinegar and each has its own purpose. Balsamic and red wine vinegar are used mostly for cooking and salad dressing. White vinegar, while edible, is best used for cleaning purposes. Cleaning vinegar is dangerous to ingest and should only be used for that purpose. Apple cider vinegar is one of the most versatile types of vinegar, with just as many culinary uses as cleaning and other purposes.
Here are some genius vinegar uses you might not know about.
Vinegar as All-Purpose Cleaning Spray: Get rid of your chemical cleaning products and use vinegar instead. Mix one-part white vinegar and one part water in an empty spray bottle to clean everything from wood floors to countertops. To make the smell more pleasant, add 10-20 drops of any essential oil. Lemon is a particularly good choice because it helps to cut grease and odours.
Vinegar as Soap Scum Remover: Having trouble scrubbing that tough soap scum off your bathtub or shower doors? Pour some white vinegar or cleaning vinegar on a sponge and wipe. If you still have trouble removing the grime, put a little baking soda on a sponge and add a little more vinegar. It will fizz, making the dirt come up easily.
Vinegar as Clarifying Hair Treatment: If product build-up is making your hair feel oily, skip the clarifying shampoo and DIY your own using, you guessed it, vinegar. Combine one part apple cider vinegar to two parts water in an old shampoo or empty water bottle and shake it up. After shampooing your hair, towel dry and apply the solution evenly from roots to ends. Let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing and conditioning.
Vinegar as Candle Wax Remover: Spilled candle wax is easy to remove with the help of vinegar. Just heat up the wax with a hair dryer and then sop it up with a paper towel. Remove any leftover wax with a paper towel soaked in a solution of half water and half vinegar.
Vinegar as Weed Killer: Stop using chemical weed killers in your garden. Vinegar is better for your family and pets. It’s best to use vinegar that has high acidity, such as Pure 20% Vinegar ($23; amazon.com), to apply to weeded areas. You can also combine a gallon of white vinegar with a cup of salt and a tablespoon of dish soap. Mix well and apply to the area.
Vinegar as Flea Spray for Your Pet: Want to treat Fido or Fluffy’s fleas naturally? After shampooing, apply a mixture using one part water to one part apple cider vinegar on your pet’s coat to create an unpleasant environment for fleas to live.
Vinegar as Carpet Stain Remover: Vinegar can help lift odours and get stains out of carpet. Soak the stain with white vinegar, and then sprinkle on some baking soda until the solution fizzes. Wait a few minutes for the stain to absorb and then vacuum up the powder. If the odour is bothersome, apply a drop or two of essential oil over the vinegar.
Vinegar as Stainless Steel Cleaner: No need to buy anything special to make your fridge shine. Spray undiluted white vinegar on stainless steel or chrome, then buff off with a polishing cloth.
Vinegar as Showerhead Cleaner: If your shower spray isn’t what it used to be, it could be clogged with minerals and gunk. Fill a plastic bag with vinegar and secure it over the showerhead using tape or rubber bands. Wait at least two hours and then run the water for a few minutes through the showerhead before using. You can also remove the showerhead and submerge it in the vinegar instead. Rinse off before reattaching.
Vinegar as Sweater Fluffer: Fluff up wool sweaters by adding a few capfuls of vinegar to the rinse cycle.
Vinegar as Garbage Disposal Deodorizer: To deodorize a garbage disposal, make vinegar ice cubes and feed them down the disposal. After grinding, run cold water through the drain.
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I started dieting when I was 12 years old. I wasn’t overweight but I felt pudgy and I wanted a new boy at school to like me. Somehow, I obtained a calorie counting book and quickly memorized it. Each day, I tried hard to reach my goal of eating a certain number of … View moreI love our way of life
I started dieting when I was 12 years old. I wasn’t overweight but I felt pudgy and I wanted a new boy at school to like me. Somehow, I obtained a calorie counting book and quickly memorized it. Each day, I tried hard to reach my goal of eating a certain number of calories. It was well below what I needed to eat as a growing child, but I didn’t see it that way at the time. I just wanted to get rid of my squishy stomach and eat a little less.
🎈 EXCITING NEWS 🎈 We have decided to expand and are looking at putting together a weekly Sunday Market in Hamilton. We want to bring back the Community spirit to the Community.
We are looking for some private land, building or venue that would love to partner up with us. Got any ideas drop … View more🎈 EXCITING NEWS 🎈 We have decided to expand and are looking at putting together a weekly Sunday Market in Hamilton. We want to bring back the Community spirit to the Community.
We are looking for some private land, building or venue that would love to partner up with us. Got any ideas drop us a line. We have spoke with many people over the past month who would be keen to start small and bring this new event to Hamilton.
We have approach some churches and sports groups for halls but some have not been keen. HELP US OUT PEOPLE
We see huge potential to grow an amazing event.
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New data released by the Department of Internal Affairs shows that Kiwis spent over $2.6 billion on the four types of gambling in the 2020/21 financial year. The overall spend is the highest it has been in five years.
The Government announced last week that they will be reviewing the … View moreNew data released by the Department of Internal Affairs shows that Kiwis spent over $2.6 billion on the four types of gambling in the 2020/21 financial year. The overall spend is the highest it has been in five years.
The Government announced last week that they will be reviewing the regulations for harm minimisation for Class 4 gambling machines (pokies). Make sure to have your say!
It’s appeal week for the Red Cross and it’s all go!
Support us by shopping at your local Red Cross shop and we are at 46 Arawa Street in Matamata our normal hours are 9-4.30pm Monday - Friday and 9-1 pm on Saturday. Unfortunately there is some disruption at the moment with volunteers having to … View moreIt’s appeal week for the Red Cross and it’s all go!
Support us by shopping at your local Red Cross shop and we are at 46 Arawa Street in Matamata our normal hours are 9-4.30pm Monday - Friday and 9-1 pm on Saturday. Unfortunately there is some disruption at the moment with volunteers having to isolate so we appreciate your understanding at this time.
There is no street appeal this year so if you would like to make a donation please pop in and do so in store.
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This year it’s all about Kai connection and getting people together over Kai
We can help you with those baking needs, pop in and see us !
Hurry up and take advantage of the last few days of our stock clearance sale!
Clothing and shoes down to $2 a piece
Don’t miss out!
In 1999, World Poetry Day was introduced, with the aim of promoting the reading, writing, publishing, and teaching of poetry around the world.
It is an opportunity to appreciate the power of poetry and how it can capture the creative spirit of the human mind.
Kia ora neighbours, we hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and healthy through this challenging time in our communities. Due to COVID-19 restrictions at this time we're going online and would like you to join us.
We at Waikato DHB want more of you to have a say in health. We … View moreKia ora neighbours, we hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and healthy through this challenging time in our communities. Due to COVID-19 restrictions at this time we're going online and would like you to join us.
We at Waikato DHB want more of you to have a say in health. We have a focus on enabling better access to local community health and wellbeing. Dial in to our friendly forum and share your knowledge and experience as we work together on these matters.
On the agenda:
Topics include - COVID-19 update and discussion on the new health system.
Hamilton and surrounds
When: Friday 25 March, 10.30am-noon
If interested please email: norma.taute@waikatodhb.health.nz for a link to the meeting.
Community Health Forums are a gathering of local people who share in a conversation about what matters to their community and hear what’s happening from the DHB and other local organisations/groups. We look forward to meeting you online. He whakarongo tātou – we’re here to listen.
If you are isolating with Covid, on top of being sick, it can be very stressful. It’s important you take care of your mental and physical health. For you, and for the others in your household.
There’s a range of manaaki services on offer, so please don’t hesitate to reach out. One of our … View moreIf you are isolating with Covid, on top of being sick, it can be very stressful. It’s important you take care of your mental and physical health. For you, and for the others in your household.
There’s a range of manaaki services on offer, so please don’t hesitate to reach out. One of our team will be there to korero and provide the support you need.
Hi there Waikato,
Want to do your bit for Wasp Wipeout this year?
Our friends at Expra have given us 50 Stop Wasps Surface Spray cans to give exclusively to Neighbourly members this year!
Expra’s spray kills wasps on contact, eliminates nests and provides a safe jet spray up to four … View moreHi there Waikato,
Want to do your bit for Wasp Wipeout this year?
Our friends at Expra have given us 50 Stop Wasps Surface Spray cans to give exclusively to Neighbourly members this year!
Expra’s spray kills wasps on contact, eliminates nests and provides a safe jet spray up to four metres for easy extermination.
It’s easy to enter, just leave a comment on this post and you’re in the draw!
Competition closes 10 March 2022. All winners will be notified via email.
Since 1999, our residents and team members have raised more than $5 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.
Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner for 2022/23.
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