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Calling all house and garden lovers!
This is a unique opportunity to step inside the pages of the iconic New Zealand House & Garden magazine and experience a captivating mix of indoor and outdoor spaces.
Simply enquire online and be in to win:
- Return flights for two to the NZ … View moreCalling all house and garden lovers!
This is a unique opportunity to step inside the pages of the iconic New Zealand House & Garden magazine and experience a captivating mix of indoor and outdoor spaces.
Simply enquire online and be in to win:
- Return flights for two to the NZ House & Garden Tours location of your choice
- Tickets for two to the NZ House & Garden Tours
- Two nights accommodation
- Rental car
We have that special item you will want to give someone you love instore now ranging from beautiful crystal, Wedgewood, Noritake and Denby dinner sets and serving dishes, they are really stunning, we also have an authentic Queen Anne dining suite from the 60s for $1200. Come to New Plymouth Red … View moreWe have that special item you will want to give someone you love instore now ranging from beautiful crystal, Wedgewood, Noritake and Denby dinner sets and serving dishes, they are really stunning, we also have an authentic Queen Anne dining suite from the 60s for $1200. Come to New Plymouth Red Cross 18 Gover St and see for yourself some of these amazing items.
Have you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.
This newsletter also includes some … View moreHave you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.
This newsletter also includes some good advice on how to keep up your hydration and stay safe and cool this summer.
Respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances. From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support – whether it’s for a single night or a few weeks.
A short stay at our care centre could be a welcome break from your usual routine.
We offer respite care … View moreRespite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances. From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support – whether it’s for a single night or a few weeks.
A short stay at our care centre could be a welcome break from your usual routine.
We offer respite care at resthome-level and in most villages' hospital and specialist dementia-level care.
What you can expect
- Customised care via our award-winning myRyman Care app
- Bespoke seasonal menu, that's prepared fresh on site
- A variety of activities and outings, making it easy to stay connected with others.
We've been caring for people for over 35 years, it's what we do best.
Hello, we are moving to New Plymouth around mid to late January and looking for somewhere to store our furniture. Does anyone have a spare one car garage they are not using and wouldn’t mind renting it out? We would need our stuff stored there until we find a house to buy, so will be at least 1 … View moreHello, we are moving to New Plymouth around mid to late January and looking for somewhere to store our furniture. Does anyone have a spare one car garage they are not using and wouldn’t mind renting it out? We would need our stuff stored there until we find a house to buy, so will be at least 1 month to 6 weeks.
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.
We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View moreMeeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.
We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.
For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
Was there any publicity about this for tonight?
On another tangent, can't we go back to the old Christmas food appeals with the Salvation Army band on the back of a truck playing Christmas carols? Happy people coming out of their houses happy to give. Not like today's pressure with … View moreWas there any publicity about this for tonight?
On another tangent, can't we go back to the old Christmas food appeals with the Salvation Army band on the back of a truck playing Christmas carols? Happy people coming out of their houses happy to give. Not like today's pressure with sirens alerting to give, give, give!
Thanks to the people who have already signed the petition to lower the bowel screening age to 45 and lower if there is a family history of bowel cancer .If you have not signed there is still a few hours left up to 1159 tonight Monday December 5 Click here lnkd.in...
To hear why i started … View moreThanks to the people who have already signed the petition to lower the bowel screening age to 45 and lower if there is a family history of bowel cancer .If you have not signed there is still a few hours left up to 1159 tonight Monday December 5 Click here lnkd.in...
To hear why i started this petition listen to a Radio NZ interview of me lnkd.in...
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Only one day left to sign the petition to lower the bowel screening age to 45 and lower if there is a family history of bowel cancer .Deadline just before midnight Monday December 5 .This petition is supported by Bowel Cancer NZ, The Cancer society, Green MP Dr Elizabeath Kerekere and Labour MP … View moreOnly one day left to sign the petition to lower the bowel screening age to 45 and lower if there is a family history of bowel cancer .Deadline just before midnight Monday December 5 .This petition is supported by Bowel Cancer NZ, The Cancer society, Green MP Dr Elizabeath Kerekere and Labour MP Gregg O'Oconner who recovered from stage 3 bowel cancer 20 years ago Over 1200 people die of bowel cancer each year in NZ including over 350 under 50 because delayed detection where as in Queensland my nephew got a colonostomy paid by the government at 42 as there was a family history of bowel cancer. Because of this Queensland which has a similar population to NZ has less Bowel cancer deaths per year compared to Aotearoa NZ
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New Plymouth Citizens Advice Bureau is closing for 2022 on 23rd December at 3.30 pm and Reopening for 2023 on Monday 9th January 2023.
Free Legal Clinic is closing on 19th December 2022 and Reopening on 9th January 2023.
New Plymouth Citizens Advice wishes everyone a happy and safe holiday … View moreNew Plymouth Citizens Advice Bureau is closing for 2022 on 23rd December at 3.30 pm and Reopening for 2023 on Monday 9th January 2023.
Free Legal Clinic is closing on 19th December 2022 and Reopening on 9th January 2023.
New Plymouth Citizens Advice wishes everyone a happy and safe holiday break.
A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.
The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled … View moreA report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.
The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled ‘‘On The Brink’’ outlines the urgent need to address pay parity for GP nurses and doctors, beef up workforce numbers and improve funding allocations for practices with the hopes that this makes heatlhcare more accessible in the community.
Are you noticing delays in getting GP appointments or long waits at after-hours care?
Any comments below may be shared in your local paper's We Say You Say column.
Come join us for a fun way to learn how to linedance and have a fun time exercising at the New Plymouth Club.
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