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1547 days ago

Public event: End of Life Choice Act

Adam from Chartwell

A public information evening on the End of Life Choice Act referendum is being held on Tuesday 8th September 7pm for our Northeast corner of the city 703 Wairere Dr (near SnapFitness, south of the Crosby Rd roundabout)

The speakers will be Dr Lara Hoskins (palliative care specialist), Dominique … View more
A public information evening on the End of Life Choice Act referendum is being held on Tuesday 8th September 7pm for our Northeast corner of the city 703 Wairere Dr (near SnapFitness, south of the Crosby Rd roundabout)

The speakers will be Dr Lara Hoskins (palliative care specialist), Dominique Tamihana (law student) and Heather and Rachel Major.

I have known Heather for several years (and I knew her late husband Glenn who had a brain tumour ). She works with the elderly and people of all ages with terminal and chronic illnesses.

Her daughter Rachel aged 18 is also going to speak. They have been speaking to hundreds of voters in the last 5 weeks on the details of the Act. They share their family's story about Glenn who would have eligible for euthanasia several times if this had been law.

People often say after Heather's talks "Now I couldn't actually tell if you are for or against euthanasia in general". That means the talk is sticking to the facts of the bill and the referendum decision which is NOT whether the terminally ill should suffer and is NOT whether euthanasia should be legalised.
The specific proposal is: should the "End of Life Choice Act" come into force? Yes or no.

It will be a great evening you can feel happy to invite your neighbour, friend, work colleague to. The speakers hope for curly questions! Bring it on!

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1548 days ago

First home buying stories wanted

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone! I'm Kylie, a Homed reporter. We're looking for people who have fairly recent, interesting, unique or off-the-wall stories to tell about how they bought their first homes. Did you move away from your home just to find a more affordable property? Did you scrimp and save for … View moreHi everyone! I'm Kylie, a Homed reporter. We're looking for people who have fairly recent, interesting, unique or off-the-wall stories to tell about how they bought their first homes. Did you move away from your home just to find a more affordable property? Did you scrimp and save for years to get a deposit together? Perhaps your family chipped in to help get you on the ladder? Are you older and buying for the first time? Did you choose to move into a home with a friend or another couple to make it more affordable? Please let us know in the comments below, or drop me a line in the messages. Your comments my be used in a story, but we'd also be interested in chatting to you for an exciting project coming up!

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1554 days ago

Did you know David Bennett owns dairy farms and a drystock property?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

He's been asked if that means he'd benefit from National's plans to scrap freshwater regulations.

National leader Judith Collins said freshwater regulations would be "gone by lunchtime" if the party got into power.

Read Bennett's answer here.

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1548 days ago

BEWARE - ANOTHER SCAM!

Jenny from Claudelands

I had a phone call today from Visa. The woman said there were 2 suspicious purchases on my card. They thought them suspicious because I did not generally purchase these items. If I wished the items to be removed to press 1, or if I wished them to be debited to press 2.
These comments are not … View more
I had a phone call today from Visa. The woman said there were 2 suspicious purchases on my card. They thought them suspicious because I did not generally purchase these items. If I wished the items to be removed to press 1, or if I wished them to be debited to press 2.
These comments are not verbatim, but you get the idea!
THIS IS A SCAM!! DONT TOUCH ANYTHING! HANG UP!
I have checked with my bank and they said they would not contact in this way - same as with any scam. Be on your guard.

1548 days ago

Flatmate Wanted Claudelands Area

Aaron from Claudelands

Flatmate wanted, Brooklyn Rd Claudelands. Female wanted to share with 51 year old male.
There is a bed available if needed. Bring your own linen and towels.
No pets.
References from previous landlords appreciated.
Contact Aaron 022 622 0322

Price: $190

1548 days ago

Better balance is easy!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. … View more
Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. It’s a technique called dual-tasking and it’s proven to be effective, it’s also fun. Just 10 minutes a day in the comfort of your own home and you can be Nymbl.

Register now to get Nymbl free. Nymbl is brought to you by Live Stronger For Longer and ACC, MOH and HQSC.
Learn more

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1549 days ago

Poll: Will you vote in this year's general election?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

The elections aren't far away, but only about half of our city's young voters are enrolled.

Across the country, a youth voter bloc the size of Hamilton is still not enrolled.

Read more here. Will you be voting?

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Will you vote in this year's general election?
  • 96% Yes, I want to have my say.
    96% Complete
  • 2.7% No, I'm not interested in politics.
    2.7% Complete
  • 1.3% Other - explain in the comments.
    1.3% Complete
75 votes
1549 days ago

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

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

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 don’t 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 … View more
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 don’t 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.

This month also coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10th) followed by Mental Health Awareness Week (21 - 27 September).

However you choose to take part, make sure 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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1553 days ago

Zero tolerance on speeding drivers all year round as Kiwi cops get tough on motorists

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Do you sometimes drive a few kms over the speed limit? Road police have scrapped their speed buffer on Kiwi roads in favour of a no tolerance approach.

All motorists edging over the limit at any time of the year can now expect to be pulled over and possibly fined, national road … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you sometimes drive a few kms over the speed limit? Road police have scrapped their speed buffer on Kiwi roads in favour of a no tolerance approach.

All motorists edging over the limit at any time of the year can now expect to be pulled over and possibly fined, national road policing manager Acting Superintendent Gini Welch confirmed on Friday.

It brings an end to a long-standing convention that law enforcement would let minor speeding breaches slide.


“We don’t have a threshold,” Welch told Stuff, “we don’t have anything other than the speed limit.

Previously, besides zero tolerance long weekends, it was understood police could exercise discretion up to 10kmh over the speed limit.

Click here to read more.

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1550 days ago

Key tips for a warmer, drier home – 6/9 – Steam

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Hamilton

Open windows (ventilate) in the kitchen when you cook, and in the bathroom when you shower or take a bath, to let steam out.

When showering make sure to turn on the extractor fan and crack the window to let the steam out.
Use your kitchens extractor fan when cooking as it helps stop steamy … View more
Open windows (ventilate) in the kitchen when you cook, and in the bathroom when you shower or take a bath, to let steam out.

When showering make sure to turn on the extractor fan and crack the window to let the steam out.
Use your kitchens extractor fan when cooking as it helps stop steamy areas from getting damp and mouldy.

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1549 days ago

Get 90% OFF insulation

Energy Smart

Thanks to the Government’s Warmer Kiwi Homes grant you could be eligible for 90% OFF the price of ceiling and underfloor insulation.

Make the most of the funding options available to you today.
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1550 days ago

free furniture

Bob from Fairfield

we have table and 4 chairs (not matched)
2 seven drawer chest of drawers minor repairs required
be useful to someone but pick up required

Free

1550 days ago

Meet our 2020 Houseplant Hero!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Congratulations to King George Diones , who wins $500 worth of Yates products and $300 worth of Kings Plant Barn vouchers. This surgical nurse in Auckland propagates and sells houseplants. He is currently giving all profits to colleagues in the Philippines to buy PPE.

1550 days ago

Having certainty inspires confidence

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

When you choose a Ryman village, you're set. Our Peace of Mind Guarantees are designed to protect you, so whatever the future holds, we've got your back.

Having certainty inspires confidence. It's just one of the ways we're pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement … View more
When you choose a Ryman village, you're set. Our Peace of Mind Guarantees are designed to protect you, so whatever the future holds, we've got your back.

Having certainty inspires confidence. It's just one of the ways we're pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.

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1550 days ago

Moving Services

Devan from Smart Express Hamilton

If you need to move, move Smart. We offer 'pack and move' and 'move only' options to make your house move stress-free.

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