The free National Bowel Screening Programme is here in Nelson Marlborough
Bowel cancer can develop with no warning signs. Finding it early with the free bowel screening test could save your life.
Within the next two years, everyone aged 60 to 74 who lives in the Nelson Marlborough region and who can receive publicly-funded healthcare, will be sent a test kit in the mail.
It's important that you do the test as soon as possible, and post it back. The test is easy, clean, and you can do it at home.
Make sure your postal address is up to date with your GP.
To find out more call 0800 924 432, visit www.timetoscreen.nz, or talk to your doctor.
Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?
At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).
Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.
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70.9% Yes
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26.2% No
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2.9% Other - I'll share below
Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?
Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.
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26.8% I love it!
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31.2% Only in designated areas
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42% No, it should be outdoors only.
Goldfish WANTED $5 each
Wanted 2 or 4 adult 3-5cm long goldfish orange colour.
To go into Franklyn Village outside already existing established pond with 8 smallish black goggly eyed goldfish that are difficult to see so if we can get some orange ones especially for the kids here to watch. Chicken net over the top, safe from cats and birds. None have died in 6-7 months. Please phone or text Louise 0276025945 or email louisemarychaney1@gmail.com