Parkvale, Hastings

2059 days ago

Could native birds replace pesticides?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Just as honeybees pollinating orchards provide a service that benefits humans through fruit production, birds provide a valuable service too. What native birds do you see in your garden?

2060 days ago

Workplace noise and what you need to know

Ear Suction Hawkes Bay

Creating an environment that promotes good auditory health in the workplace is more effective if workers are involved with developing and carrying out solutions. Workers can help to identify risks arising from noise related hazards, and suggest practical ways to eliminate or reduce these risks. … View moreCreating an environment that promotes good auditory health in the workplace is more effective if workers are involved with developing and carrying out solutions. Workers can help to identify risks arising from noise related hazards, and suggest practical ways to eliminate or reduce these risks. This will encourage worker commitment to good hearing health.

Hearing loss is preventable

By adopting noise control measures, and educating and training workers on the importance of wearing hearing protection when exposed to loud noise, good hearing health will become a part of your workplace culture.

Good hearing means good worker health and well-being

A workers health can affect their ability to work safely and productively. Hearing loss has health impacts including reduced productivity, feelings of isolation and exclusion, stress and fatigue. Workers with good health are likely to have higher levels of productivity, are more engaged, and are able to keep working for longer, contributing to the success of your business.

Workplace noise can be harmful to hearing

If workers are exposed to loud noises over a long period of time, the hairs or nerve cells in the inner ear become damaged, and eventually stop responding to sound. This is called noise induced hearing loss (NIHL). Hearing damage can also occur from a sudden loud noise, extended exposure to vibrations from noisy machinery or ototoxic chemicals (chemicals that damage your hearing) found in substances such as paints, thinners, and glues.

Hearing loss is irreversible

Exposure to dangerous noise levels can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss, or tinnitus (a ringing in the ears). Damaged hearing reduces a person's ability to hear high frequency sounds, and some common consonant sounds such as t, k, s, sh and p. This type of damage can't ever be repaired.

Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL)

NIHL resulting from workplace noise affects as many as 100,000 New Zealanders. Noise-related injuries are most common in the manufacturing and construction sectors, and in male-dominated industries. Around 30% of all workers in New Zealand are exposed to loud noise at work at least 25% of the time.

Hearing Protection Programme

Setting up a hearing protection programme in your workplace can help to manage noise related risks, and protect the health of your workers.

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2060 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hastings

Has your bench or desk got more clutter than you’d like to admit? Create this handy desk organiser – not only does it look good but it will help to keep your clutter under control too! Choose your favourite Resene colour combinations to suit your room or create one as a colourful gift for … View moreHas your bench or desk got more clutter than you’d like to admit? Create this handy desk organiser – not only does it look good but it will help to keep your clutter under control too! Choose your favourite Resene colour combinations to suit your room or create one as a colourful gift for someone you know who could use a little colour. 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 .

2061 days ago

HN Village Rebus Quiz

Don Whitfield from Havelock North Village Rebus

The Havelock North Village Rebus Club will recommence 2018 activities, starting with the ever-popular Quiz, on Monday 11 February. This is always a fun event and greatly enjoyed by all.
Turn up at the Community Centre around 0945 and introduce yourself; you will be allocated into a team and get … View more
The Havelock North Village Rebus Club will recommence 2018 activities, starting with the ever-popular Quiz, on Monday 11 February. This is always a fun event and greatly enjoyed by all.
Turn up at the Community Centre around 0945 and introduce yourself; you will be allocated into a team and get to know a new group of people, all potential new friends.
Note that we now meet in the Community Centre - there is plenty of adjacent parking.
Light catering will be available.
Tony Davies (President)
8774-677.

2061 days ago

Have your say on UK-NZ trade

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict… View more
New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict the flow of goods and services between our countries, and closer cooperation on progressive trade issues, including environmental protection.

Submissions are closing on 11 February, so to make your voice heard, just answer our quick poll question and share your thoughts now.
Have your say

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2064 days ago

Sorry

Paula from Camberley

Sorry I have not answer the post I put up about wanting lemons. I had a severe Asthma Attack

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2061 days ago

FREE

Jude from Flaxmere

Hubby has put these at the gate for anyone that wants them. Might be handy for someone to make shelves etc with.

Free

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2061 days ago

Now delivering for the following restaurants!

Sean from Raureka

Please comment if you would like to see a restaurant added!
freshfeast.co.nz...

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2061 days ago

Napier earthquake

Audrey Tolua from Red Cross - Hastings Service Centre

Today we take a moment to remember the Hawke's Bay earthquake. It was just before 11am on 3 February, 1931, when a magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit Hawke's Bay. Buildings crumbled, roofs caved in and fires spread rapidly through the rubble. At least 256 people died in the quake, making the … View moreToday we take a moment to remember the Hawke's Bay earthquake. It was just before 11am on 3 February, 1931, when a magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit Hawke's Bay. Buildings crumbled, roofs caved in and fires spread rapidly through the rubble. At least 256 people died in the quake, making the Hawke’s Bay earthquake the deadliest in New Zealand history.We remember those who lived through the earthquake and especially those who were lost that day.

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2061 days ago

Display Shelf

Emma from Akina

Can be used standing on its end or on its side.
Measures 185cm long, 90.5cm wide and 28.5cm deep.

Pick up in Akina.

Price: $45

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2062 days ago

Want an easy cheesy lunchbox snack?

Mainland NZ

Yes you do! Our Triple Cheese Mini Muffins are the perfect snack – just the right size and shape for little hands.

Better still, they’re a snap to make, especially if you have ready-grated tasty and parmesan cheese from Mainland in the fridge.

For the more adventurous eaters, finish each… View more
Yes you do! Our Triple Cheese Mini Muffins are the perfect snack – just the right size and shape for little hands.

Better still, they’re a snap to make, especially if you have ready-grated tasty and parmesan cheese from Mainland in the fridge.

For the more adventurous eaters, finish each muffin with a little wedge of Brie, Noble or Blue cheese. You might not be able to resist sneaking a couple for your own lunch!
Get the recipe

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2062 days ago

Phil and teds pram and stuff

Paula from Havelock North

Used for 3,5 years

Price: $250

2064 days ago

What do you think of the new NZ police armour?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

All New Zealand police officers will receive new stab- and bullet-proof vests in a $20 million roll-out over the next three-and-a-half years.

The current vests - which were introduced in 2006 - are stab-proof, but special vests are worn by any officers involved in firearms … View more
Hey neighbours,

All New Zealand police officers will receive new stab- and bullet-proof vests in a $20 million roll-out over the next three-and-a-half years.

The current vests - which were introduced in 2006 - are stab-proof, but special vests are worn by any officers involved in firearms call-outs.

They have passed their warranty, but remain "safe and fit for purpose", says Police Commissioner Mike Bush.

What do you think about the new armour? Are police officers safe using the current vests? Are you surprised the existing vests aren't stab- and bullet-proof?

To read more, click here.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2063 days ago

Leather sofa

Rani from Clive

3 seater plus 2 seater, it was well looked after and There is no scartches or damage of any kind. It Comes from a smoke and animal free home and we will be selling it for $750.00 or bring us a superb offer instead.

Price: $750

2063 days ago

Cleaner position available

Paula from Havelock North

Paula’s Cleaning is the professional family cleaning company in Havelock North .We are looking to grow our team .

Cleaner
Are you person who has:
• Are you a cleaner with an eye for detail?
• Work in a supportive and fun team
• Likes to clean
• Hard working and reliable
• Available … View more
Paula’s Cleaning is the professional family cleaning company in Havelock North .We are looking to grow our team .

Cleaner
Are you person who has:
• Are you a cleaner with an eye for detail?
• Work in a supportive and fun team
• Likes to clean
• Hard working and reliable
• Available Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4pm
• Comfortable working in homes with pets
• Must have reliable transportation to and from client homes
• Great communication skills
• Highly organised
• Must have at least 2 years previous experience
• NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit


We offer :

Paid training
Weekly pay

FULL-TIME and PART-TIME positions are open!
Contact us paulacleaning@icloud.com

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