Waikato Hospital, Hamilton

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1281 days ago

Holistic Readings and Healings instore

Michelle from The Crystal Point

We have some lovely ladies in our store, that are available for Spiritual Readings for guidance and Holistic Healings. Appointments recommended, or pop instore. We also have a huge range of Crystals.

1281 days ago

New farming podcast challenges mastitis myths

FIL

Covering critical times of the season, FIL chat to industry experts and local farmers about a range of useful and thought-provoking topics to help boost performance and reduce antibiotics on farm.

The 8-part series covers everything from mastitis misconceptions and reducing antibiotics to dry … View more
Covering critical times of the season, FIL chat to industry experts and local farmers about a range of useful and thought-provoking topics to help boost performance and reduce antibiotics on farm.

The 8-part series covers everything from mastitis misconceptions and reducing antibiotics to dry off procedures and selecting teat spray.
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1281 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

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1282 days ago

English is confusing!

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Central

This is certainly one of the more obvious errors in a child’s writing. Knowing which one to use can be confusing.

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1283 days ago

$2 Garage sale

Yvonne Neighbourly Lead from Hamilton East

Downsizing to a tiny flat so I have loads of stuff to go. Almost all priced at $2 an item for a quick sale.
Clyde St.
Signs will be out at the gate by 8 am Saturday 29th.

1282 days ago

The link between gut health and mental health. It’s a thing!

Naturally Healthy

It’s honesty time.
• Have you ever gone to the bathroom a few too many times before a big meeting, presentation or exam?
• Do some situations make you feel like butterflies (read: eagles) are floating around in your stomach?
• Can you think of an experience where you felt your stomach … View more
It’s honesty time.
• Have you ever gone to the bathroom a few too many times before a big meeting, presentation or exam?
• Do some situations make you feel like butterflies (read: eagles) are floating around in your stomach?
• Can you think of an experience where you felt your stomach drop?
If you’ve nodded your head in agreement to any of the above scenarios, you’ve experienced the impact of the gut and brain connection.
The what?
Let me explain.
The gut and brain mirror and influence each other every single day.
Today on the blog I'm taking a deeper look into this intricate connection.
To learn more about this fascinating topic, read on here.

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1282 days ago

Volunteer Gardening Group

Jane from Hamilton East

We are starting a new volunteer group for Saturday gardening from 9am to 11am for 2 hours. If you love gardening and want to start your weekend with nature, here is your opportunity to give back to the community.

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1282 days ago

Lego

Liz from Fitzroy

Leyland set 6613

Price: $5

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1282 days ago

How to Get an Extra-Clean House for Allergy Sufferers

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Hamilton

If you live with someone allergic to dust mites, mould, pollen, pet hair or any one of the hundreds of allergens in household products, clean is not enough. A house needs to be extra-clean and allergen-proof to help make allergy sufferers as comfortable as possible. The alternative is sneezing, … View moreIf you live with someone allergic to dust mites, mould, pollen, pet hair or any one of the hundreds of allergens in household products, clean is not enough. A house needs to be extra-clean and allergen-proof to help make allergy sufferers as comfortable as possible. The alternative is sneezing, wheezing, coughing and watery eyes, all brought on by the presence of irritants that you can keep at bay with some extra attention.

Here’s how to get on top of some common irritants at your place:

1. Use allergy-friendly products
• Avoid using aerosol sprays as they are a common trigger for asthma sufferers. Even if you’re not standing near anyone, the high-pressure mist that the aerosol omits means the contents can spread a long way.
• Try to use environmentally-friendly products – what’s good for the environment is often better for us too.
• Avoid using products that contain harsh chemicals like ammonia, formaldehyde and sodium lauryl sulphate. Hunt out products that are free from these irritants or make your own natural cleaning products.

2. Keep a dust-free bedroom
It’s the dust mite droppings that many people react to (and news that there is dust mite poo in our bedding causes a reaction in the rest of us!). To keep bedding really clean, you will need to wash all bed linen regularly, preferably weekly. A man-made fibre like polyester is less likely to trap dust than natural fibres like cotton or linen.

Use a hypoallergenic mattress topper, duvet inner-cover and pillow protector and wash these at least monthly and replace them annually.

Keep stuffed animals to a minimum and wash those that remain regularly. Pull the bed out and vacuum underneath at least once a week, preferably daily. Don’t forget to dust side tables and vacuum underneath those as well.

3. Vacuum daily
Wooden or tiled floors are much easier to keep dust-free, but if you have carpet, a daily vacuum, especially in bedrooms, is a must. Use a vacuum cleaner made especially for allergy-sufferers – most will be fitted with HEPA filtration and powerhead.

Make sure you vacuum around the skirting boards and in crevices and vacuum around all beds at least twice. Empty canisters or vacuum bags regularly, sealing the bag well before disposal.

4. Use an air purifier
Even if you are taking the precautions outlined above, there will still be plenty of dust in your house – in fact some studies show that air pollution such as allergens and pollutants can be present in higher levels inside the home than outside! Air purifiers work to filter the allergens and pollutants from the air and improve the air quality.

5. Empty bins daily
The rubbish bin can omit toxins without you even realising, and they are a breeding ground for mould and germs. Empty bins every evening and disinfect with a hospital grade solution before lining with a plastic bag.

6. Beat doormats every day
Pollen and dust are tracked into our home constantly. Make sure you have a doormat on the outside and inside at every entry point to your home and shake these out regularly. Vacuum each indoor mat when you do your daily vacuum run. It’s a good idea to place a mat in the doorway of an allergy-sufferers bedroom for extra protection. Better yet, leave shoes outside.

7. Inspect for mould weekly
Mould is a common allergy trigger and its present absolutely everywhere. Don’t give it a chance to breed – wipe away small mould patches as soon as you find them with a paper towel and throw the paper towel in an outside bin. You can use a solution of three cups of water to five drops of Oil of Cloves (find it at your pharmacy) in a spray bottle to kill mould spores and prevent mould from growing. Make sure you test for an allergy to Oil of Cloves first, of course! Tea tree oil is also a good antiseptic against mould – a teaspoon of oil to a cup of water wiped over mould-prone surfaces should do the trick.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1285 days ago

DECEASED DOG WHATAWHATA

Summa from Frankton

*POSTING ON BEHALF*
Im really sorry this isn’t the nicest thing to see
But all I want is this poor darling to be reunited with its owners, so I thought I’d share on here in case anyone knows where she may be from

“🌹My friend is driving her home to his farm near Raglan to bury her shame … View more
*POSTING ON BEHALF*
Im really sorry this isn’t the nicest thing to see
But all I want is this poor darling to be reunited with its owners, so I thought I’d share on here in case anyone knows where she may be from

“🌹My friend is driving her home to his farm near Raglan to bury her shame on the council because she was 200 metres out of their zone. I've scanned her again taken her collar off picked her flowers she's large and had puppies in the past my friend will give her a dignified burial 😔awful sad situation she's beautiful 😢😥💔

I'm with the dog that's passed away on Whatawata Road found her, female looks bull mastiff or De Bordeaux looking I've scanned her no chip. Pulled her out of the drain pretty disgusted with animal control told me NZTA job I said she's been here for one week so I've read. She's large red collar. My friends put her on ute we are driving her to Afterhours vets in hope they will hold her. Animal control told me they won't accept her as she's on statehighway even after I said I'd drive her there 😥”

1283 days ago

Cambridge’s biggest raceday!

IRT Harness Jewels 2021

The IRT Harness Jewels 2021 is Harness Racing’s biggest day of racing, with nine Group One harness races to crown the age group champions of the season and a total prize pool of $900,000.

However, it’s not just the action on the track that will be pumping, we’re preparing for a party to be… View more
The IRT Harness Jewels 2021 is Harness Racing’s biggest day of racing, with nine Group One harness races to crown the age group champions of the season and a total prize pool of $900,000.

However, it’s not just the action on the track that will be pumping, we’re preparing for a party to be remembered with a host of hospitality options, The Breeze Public Village, Alfresco Bites Food Truck Village, loads of free kids entertainment in the Cambridge Colts & Fillies Club and the classic after party at The Clubhouse, it’s an event not to be missed!
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1284 days ago

Novo Flats size 8

Shar from Hamilton East

Brand new

Pick up H. East

Price: $20

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1284 days ago

We’re big believers in small business!

Prospa

NZ small businesses believe in themselves, we believe in them too. That’s why we offer small business loans up to $300K to support cash flow or help them invest in the future.

Business Loan applications take less than 10 minutes online, you’ll get a fast decision and funding is possible in … View more
NZ small businesses believe in themselves, we believe in them too. That’s why we offer small business loans up to $300K to support cash flow or help them invest in the future.

Business Loan applications take less than 10 minutes online, you’ll get a fast decision and funding is possible in 24 hours. Plus, no asset security is required upfront to access funding up to $150K.

Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you reach your next milestone. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
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1287 days ago

FINN IS STILL MISSING, TABBY PET DOCTORS TRISTAM ST

Summa from Frankton

Please keep an eye out for Finn ANY POSSIBLE SIGHTINGS please let me know Posting on behalf of owner Escaped carrier at pet doctors Tristram street on 31.03.21 when leaving vets after visit, was seen running along the footpath past California girls etc towards KTIZO HAIR SALON before disappearing. … View morePlease keep an eye out for Finn ANY POSSIBLE SIGHTINGS please let me know Posting on behalf of owner Escaped carrier at pet doctors Tristram street on 31.03.21 when leaving vets after visit, was seen running along the footpath past California girls etc towards KTIZO HAIR SALON before disappearing. Please if in area keep eyes peeled around PET DOCTORS MILL ST/LIVERPOOL STREET/TRISTAM end WHITIORA and FRANKTON as we think he’s still very close to where he went missing. Or could be making his way back to his home chartwell. call or text or email me please alternatively call/txt owner 0212121142 Anne.

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1285 days ago

Amazing Goli Gummies

Anthony from Frankton

The ancient Indian herb ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) has been revered for its medicinal qualities for over 5,000 years and is rooted in Ayurveda. Ayurveda, a holistic and natural system of medicine, is based on the concept that health and wellness depend on a balance between physical and mental… View moreThe ancient Indian herb ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) has been revered for its medicinal qualities for over 5,000 years and is rooted in Ayurveda. Ayurveda, a holistic and natural system of medicine, is based on the concept that health and wellness depend on a balance between physical and mental health by leveraging natural medicine.
Ashwagandha is also an adaptogen—a plant that helps the body maintain balance and adjust to stress. It is heavily backed by modern science.
Go to go.ashwa.com... for incredible savings

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