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From the New Zealand Veterinary Association
Before you purchase fireworks, think about the animals.
The NZVA supports a ban on the private sale of fireworks. To reduce the impact of fireworks on animals the NZVA encourages people to view a … View moreGuy Fawkes is coming up (5 November). Please share!
From the New Zealand Veterinary Association
Before you purchase fireworks, think about the animals.
The NZVA supports a ban on the private sale of fireworks. To reduce the impact of fireworks on animals the NZVA encourages people to view a public fireworks display rather than purchasing fireworks for private use. We also encourage the public to continue to speak up on this issue and speak loudly for those who cannot speak themselves - animals.
Each year veterinary clinics see injured and traumatised animals as a result of fireworks. Some of the injuries are horrific. Fireworks can also cause severe anxiety and stress in animals and this psychological harm is a significant component of their compromised welfare.
While the NZVA understands that some people enjoy having private displays, it is the role of veterinarians to advocate for what is in the best interests of animals in New Zealand. The NZVA believes that a ban on private fireworks would improve welfare of those animals that find fireworks stressful.
Our Animal Welfare Act, is world-leading by virtue of acknowledging that animals are sentient (ie. the animal is not only capable of feeling pain and distress but also can have positive and negative psychological experiences). The NZVA believes that as a society we all have a responsibility to ensure that both the physical and mental harm to animals, including the harm caused by fireworks, is minimised.
The NZVA’s top tips to protect animals during Guy Fawkes are:
1. Find out where and when firework displays will take place near you and take the following steps to minimise stress to your animal during these times.
2. Keep pets indoors, preferably with curtains drawn and windows closed to reduce noise.
3. Turn on the radio or television to create a familiar sound which can be comforting.
4. Remove anything in the room where you are keeping your pet that could injure them.
5. Provide blankets and pillows for your pet to hide under if they wish.
6. Take your pet to an alternative location for the night if necessary.
7. Owners should remain calm and provide quiet reassurance to their pet.
8. If your pet has previously exhibited fear-related behaviour contact a veterinary clinic for additional coping advice strategies.
Missing a black cat from McLeod Street as a collar and name tag from old owner his name is Loki
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If I understand correctly Farmers have Women's Clothing on sale today, (Thursday 1) and Men's Clothing tomorrow (Friday). Then I think other things are on sale for a week.
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Study or train fees-free
If you’re planning to start tertiary study or training for the first time you may be eligible for fees-free support.
If you’re a New Zealander or are ordinarily resident in New Zealand and were at school in 2017, 2018 or 2019 (other than as an adult … View moreHi there,
Study or train fees-free
If you’re planning to start tertiary study or training for the first time you may be eligible for fees-free support.
If you’re a New Zealander or are ordinarily resident in New Zealand and were at school in 2017, 2018 or 2019 (other than as an adult student), you may qualify for the equivalent of one years’ fees-free provider-based study or two years’ industry training in 2019.
If you’re not a recent school leaver, and you’ve done less than half a year of tertiary study or training (whether in New Zealand or in any other country), you may also qualify.
I will try to find the actual link and post it as it has not copied just here properly. The other place to get the info is from your local High School. If the receptionist does not know as for the Person in charge of NZQA/NCEA information to give you a call. Hope this helps. If you know more and can add to this, please do so in the comments. Many thanks in advance.
Kind regards
Rhonda Diprose
Hi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! … View moreHi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
Hey Hawke's Bay!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local … View moreHey Hawke's Bay!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating Subway® in Hawke's Bay. Buy a Sub. Get one FREE. AND Subway® will donate a meal to charity. Because everyone deserves a good feed.
We are very excited to bring you an evening of fun, laughter and most of all fabulous food cooked by the gorgeous ladies from Madame Lu's. This interactive cooking class will feature delights such as honey bourbon caramel pork, turmeric crusted chicken and tea smoked salmon.
The perfect way… View moreWe are very excited to bring you an evening of fun, laughter and most of all fabulous food cooked by the gorgeous ladies from Madame Lu's. This interactive cooking class will feature delights such as honey bourbon caramel pork, turmeric crusted chicken and tea smoked salmon.
The perfect way to ensure you are prepared for a summer of gourmet grilling and dining. Great flavour and a huge variety of cooking styles are effortless with a Broil King, and this Masterclass will show you just how easy it really is!
Suitable for beginners through to experienced cooks. Grab your tickets now or as a gift for a foodie friend and join us for an entertaining and enlightening evening on Tuesday 11th December. Tickets are limited and on a first in, first served basis!!
Creating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.
For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.
Perhaps sign-up to … View moreCreating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.
For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.
Perhaps sign-up to volunteer at a women’s refuge this month or work with the Police in your area to host an info night on how to identify elder abuse in your community.
Share your photos and experiences with us on social media or send us an email so we can see what you got up to!
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The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or … View moreHey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even managed to have a chat?
To find out when and where you need to be to have the best chance of seeing Harry and Meghan, click here for our detailed tour breakdown.
For the latest on the royals' visit, click here.
Share your thoughts on the royal tour and your plans for meeting our special visitors in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
Hello all, my BNI group ( Business Networks Int.) are participating in Movember, but we are raising funds for Cranford Hospice. If you can spare a few dollars to support my Mo growth - that would be greatly appreciated. The link to make a donation is below. I will keep updating my photo.
… View moreHello all, my BNI group ( Business Networks Int.) are participating in Movember, but we are raising funds for Cranford Hospice. If you can spare a few dollars to support my Mo growth - that would be greatly appreciated. The link to make a donation is below. I will keep updating my photo.
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Many Thanks Andrew
Craft market on Saturday 24 November at 720 Pakowhai Rd from 9am to 1pm. Sites available for arts, crafts, buskers, plants, jams and pickles, children's activities such as face painting, balloon animals. Contact Rosie Marriott at 876 8350 or text 0211 676 378
Hey Hawke's Bay and Gisborne - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all local gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across your whole beautiful region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and … View moreHey Hawke's Bay and Gisborne - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all local gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across your whole beautiful region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and sow in Spring, and pass on gardening tips that have worked for you. You can seek expert advice from experienced gardeners in your area or share your own gardening expertise.
Setting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to … View moreSetting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to be managed safely.
Last year, we saw a 23% drop in the number of fireworks-related injury claims (171 claims across 2017 versus 223 across 2016). What do you think? Should personal fireworks be banned? Click here for advice on how to use fireworks responsibly.
Don’t EVER have your ear syringed!!! I had mine done at my GPs when my baby was 5 months old and the next morning my pain was through the roof!!
My cousin worked for an ENT surgeon so got me to see him and I had a Pseudomonas ear infection which needed strong antibiotics and nearly had to be … View moreDon’t EVER have your ear syringed!!! I had mine done at my GPs when my baby was 5 months old and the next morning my pain was through the roof!!
My cousin worked for an ENT surgeon so got me to see him and I had a Pseudomonas ear infection which needed strong antibiotics and nearly had to be admitted to hospital it was so bad!
Only ever get ear suctioning!!!!!
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