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New Zealand is at Alert Level 4. Thanks everyone for staying home. This will save lives. Case numbers will go up and things will look like they’re getting worse before they get better. But this is our chance to break the chain and stop COVID-19.
Here’s some useful contacts and sources of … View moreNew Zealand is at Alert Level 4. Thanks everyone for staying home. This will save lives. Case numbers will go up and things will look like they’re getting worse before they get better. But this is our chance to break the chain and stop COVID-19.
Here’s some useful contacts and sources of information you might need to access during this time.
· Healthline 0800 358 5453
· Government helpline 0800 779 997 (Ministry of Social Development)
· Need to talk? For mental health support please call or text 1737 anytime
· Essential business enquiries essential@mbie.govt.nz or 0800 22 66 57
· Reporting breaches of self-isolation nhccselfisolation@health.govt.nz
For more information go to www.covid19.govt.nz or www.marlborough.govt.nz
Hello to all the peoples out there trying to survive this lockdown.
Keep safe and well.
Have some fun in the 💖 of the home.
Heres an activity to do that is in-keeping with our #NZbearhunt
www.halfbakedharvest.com...
Kia kaha
In support of the whole of government response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19), Crimestoppers has developed a reporting process for both the 0800 555 111 and www.crimestoppers... portals.
The anonymous foundation for all our reports remains if required, and all reports that relate to … View moreIn support of the whole of government response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19), Crimestoppers has developed a reporting process for both the 0800 555 111 and www.crimestoppers... portals.
The anonymous foundation for all our reports remains if required, and all reports that relate to self-isolation breaches, illegal outdoor gatherings or similar, will be immediately forwarded to the appropriate authorities.
Report here: www.crimestoppers-nz.org...
Crimeline reports do not replace your option to ring police directly on 111 or 105 or your ability to advise the Ministry of Health through the NHCCselfisolation@health.govt.nz email address.
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The right time to spring clean is not during a nationwide lockdown that aims to prevent the spread of coronavirus, a recycling boss says.
Marlborough District Council solid waste manager Alec McNeil says cleaning out a house during the four-week isolation period will only create more rubbish for … View moreThe right time to spring clean is not during a nationwide lockdown that aims to prevent the spread of coronavirus, a recycling boss says.
Marlborough District Council solid waste manager Alec McNeil says cleaning out a house during the four-week isolation period will only create more rubbish for the region's collection team to sort through, and add pressure on staff, who were trying to practice social distancing.
✨ Today is the start of Student Volunteer Week 2020! 🎉
SVW2020 is all about celebrating and acknowledging the impact that student volunteers make. This week is also an opportunity to enable students to try volunteering!
Students, universities, schools and organisations all over New … View more✨ Today is the start of Student Volunteer Week 2020! 🎉
SVW2020 is all about celebrating and acknowledging the impact that student volunteers make. This week is also an opportunity to enable students to try volunteering!
Students, universities, schools and organisations all over New Zealand will be celebrating SVW2020 through a variety of events and festivities that celebrate our student volunteers and connect young people with opportunities to get involved in volunteering.
There are thousands of high-school and university students who connect, give and grow through volunteering. This contribution has a major impact on communities and causes, on both the national and international stage.
“Collective Impact: Give.Grow.Connect” is the theme of #SVW2020. Student volunteers give a hand and add real value to the community. Together they make a substantial impact on Aotearoa New Zealand. By giving to a community or cause, student volunteers grow and flourish. They gain knowledge and create change within their communities. Through volunteering, mahi aroha and social impact, student volunteers create their own social and professional networks. They connect with peers and people who share their same passion and interests.
For information on how to get involved with SVW2020 visit www.studentvolunteerweek.nz... or contact the Volunteer Marlborough office (call 03-577-9388 or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz)
The quick thinking of a Blenheim personal trainer has set up her clients to join spin classes from home during the nationwide lockdown.
Personal trainer Tracy Scott who owns Get2it Fitness Studio in Blenheim, invited her clients to pick up spin bikes from the studio on Monday afternoon, as New … View moreThe quick thinking of a Blenheim personal trainer has set up her clients to join spin classes from home during the nationwide lockdown.
Personal trainer Tracy Scott who owns Get2it Fitness Studio in Blenheim, invited her clients to pick up spin bikes from the studio on Monday afternoon, as New Zealand prepared to a shutdown for four weeks.
At 6am on Wednesday morning Scott was leading 20 home-bound fitness fanatics through their first spin class in isolation.
One new Coronavirus case has been confirmed for the top of the south this weekend, bringing the total in Marlborough and Nelson to 19.
However, Nelson Marlborough Health had not confirmed where the newest positive patient was based by the time of publication, with an update likely by Monday … View moreOne new Coronavirus case has been confirmed for the top of the south this weekend, bringing the total in Marlborough and Nelson to 19.
However, Nelson Marlborough Health had not confirmed where the newest positive patient was based by the time of publication, with an update likely by Monday morning.
The positive result was confirmed on Sunday by the Ministry of Health, while there were no new cases in the top of the south on Friday or Saturday.
The national tally increased by 63 on Sunday to 514 confirmed and probable cases in total, and the first death linked to Covid-19 has been confirmed. A woman in her 70s died on the West Coast on Sunday morning
The eerie stillness of town at night is replaced by the early morning exercisers, as life continues through lockdown.
This week sees us all getting used to living at Alert Level 4. For this to work, we must all stick to the plan.
Stay home. It WILL save lives.
Let’s all remember why we are taking such extreme measures.
Staying home won’t always be easy. But the evidence tells us this is the best way to… View moreThis week sees us all getting used to living at Alert Level 4. For this to work, we must all stick to the plan.
Stay home. It WILL save lives.
Let’s all remember why we are taking such extreme measures.
Staying home won’t always be easy. But the evidence tells us this is the best way to save the lives of other New Zealanders.
Finding our routines
It will take some time to build up new daily routines. That’s to be expected. We all need to be gentle with ourselves, and accept that things could be difficult for a while as we learn to adjust.
Looking after ourselves and others
Don’t forget to take time to look after yourself, and also to check-in on others. Asking someone how they are feeling is a good way to connect and show that you care.
We all need to stick to the plan
For this to work, and the effort we are all making to be worth it, we all need to stick to the plan, all the time. No exceptions.
Don’t move around
The virus is spread by us. So we all need to avoid moving around as much as possible. If you do go out for exercise or to get essential supplies, stay local. This is incredibly important. Don’t move between different areas.
Thank you for doing your bit
A massive thank you to everyone for working so hard to slow the spread of COVID-19. Together, we can and will save lives.
GOT QUESTIONS?
If you need help knowing what to do, visit covid19.govt.nz.
Neighbourly is quickly becoming an essential way to connect with your neighbours and community during self-isolation. Check-in on the vulnerable around you, and if you have extra supplies or some essentials someone in your neighbourhood needs, you can drop it at their door.
Need help or can you… View moreNeighbourly is quickly becoming an essential way to connect with your neighbours and community during self-isolation. Check-in on the vulnerable around you, and if you have extra supplies or some essentials someone in your neighbourhood needs, you can drop it at their door.
Need help or can you support someone in need?
Reach out to your Neighbours here now.
Small businesses need our support more than ever right now. While it's uncertain times for all, we are still proud to be celebrating our 11 regional Local Business Heroes for their commitment to their communities.
They now need your help! We are now looking for the New Zealand … View moreSmall businesses need our support more than ever right now. While it's uncertain times for all, we are still proud to be celebrating our 11 regional Local Business Heroes for their commitment to their communities.
They now need your help! We are now looking for the New Zealand Prospa Local Business Hero - our overall winner, as voted by Neighbourly members around the country!
This lucky business will walk away with $10,000 worth of prizes!
Please take a couple of minutes to read the nominations below - then vote for the business you'd like to see named 2020 Prospa Local Business Hero.
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NORTHLAND: Lew Ringrose - Ringrose Stockfoods
“A very humble man who has been sponsoring any and every cause that has been requested for well over 40 years. He sponsors so many causes in and outside of the neighborhood, goes out of his way to get the meal to the hungry animals, works through the night to fill orders, even on public holidays he steps in and runs the factory single handed to allow his staff time off. He is well past retirement but dedicated to keeping hungry animals supplied with food. No order is too big or too small for his fantastic team.”
AUCKLAND: Jay & Kusum - Orakei Superette
“Part of our lives for so many years. They offer a great business, post centre, the BEST fresh flowers and fruit & veg. I have NEVER known them to take a holiday. Kind and genuinely caring people who add so much to our community. You could not find a better Local Business Hero!”
WAIKATO: Te Aroha Vet Clinic
Te Aroha Veterinary Clinic provide a fantastic service from a team that are dedicated to I was devastated losing Blue (horse) I bred her 14 yrs ago and loved her dearly and now I had her orphan foal to care for. Without her dedication staying for hours trying to save Blue I honestly don't know how I would have coped. They are a true asset to our community they go above and beyond the call of duty helping to care for our all animals providing around the clock care and service.”
BAY OF PLENTY: Tony & Julie - Pyes Pa SuperValue
“The owners, Tony & Julie, are great at communicating and continually ask their customers if they stock the products they want, and if they don’t, they then get it in. They have a very friendly manner and their Managers and Staff are all attentive. Thanks to Tony & Julie for choosing Pyes Pa, you have fitted in well.”
HAWKE’S BAY - GISBORNE: Kaye & Alan - Cornucopia Organics
“The staff are friendly and helpful.Also the owners will order in whatever is required,if it is not currently on their shelves.”
TARANAKI: Down to Earth
“As well as a range of healthy tasty foodstuffs and quality herbal supplements, they also provide a range of products to help with sustainable living. They have recently introduced a "bring-you-own-container" refill facility for dishwasher, shampoo and other cleaners. However the best thing about this store is the excellent service. I'm always greeted with a smile and friendly word, offers of help, etc. It is always a pleasure to shop here.”
MANAWATU-WANGANUI: Margaret and Vijay - Maxwells Line Four Square
“Margaret and Veejay go out of their way to make sure customers get the freshest fruit and veggies in town and if they don't have what you want will ring around to source it for you. Despite being robbed and stabbed in daylight, they were open for business as usual the next day. They are held in high esteem locally.”
WELLINGTON: Quoc Tran - Tutere Street Four Square
“This man got out of Viet Nam by himself when he was13, sailed on a boat and spent time in camps before coming to NZ. He could not speak english. He purchased a local dairy and over the years has totally transformed and enlarged it providing employment to a number of locals. He is the ultimate friendly shopkeeper.”
NELSON - MARLBOROUGH: Cath - Blenheim Life Pharmacy
“They deliver my prescriptions to me as I’m often unable to get them. They always make sure nothing I'm prescribed interacts with anything and they always explain how to take my meds thoroughly to me, which is important as I've had a brain stem stroke and somedays my brain is scrambled. Cath is wonderful at dropping them off for me. They do a really important and medically serious job with kindness"
CANTERBURY - WEST: Mark & Des - The Vege Shop.
“The Vege Shop on Stourbridge is just the best little local biz in town. Mark and his wife Des always have a smile and time for a yarn. We feel so fortunate to have them just around the corner. They are awesome!”
OTAGO - SOUTHLAND: John Swindlehurst - A&J Services
“John is fantastic!!! He does everything from carpet repairs to chimney sweeping and pest control. I have him listed in my phone as John Everything! He has a brilliant attitude and has even come on public holidays at short notice.”
Did you manage to stay occupied during your first day in lockdown? Vote in the poll and feel free to share more ideas in the comments section. Let's help each other out with some inspiration for activities over the next few weeks.
The Marlborough Cancer Society has only been in its new premises for a short time before it was forced to close down as the Government enforces the four-week lockdown.
Since the Government has confirmed the "continued provision of cancer services is essential" these will be available but… View moreThe Marlborough Cancer Society has only been in its new premises for a short time before it was forced to close down as the Government enforces the four-week lockdown.
Since the Government has confirmed the "continued provision of cancer services is essential" these will be available but will have to run differently.
Marlborough's Cancer Society's centre manager Felicity Spencer said the office is now closed but some staff are working remotely where possible.
"During this time we still have services available to support those people and their families affected by cancer," she said.
An emergency committee will be formed in Marlborough in case councillor numbers are crippled by coronavirus during the nationwide lockdown, with the chief executive given power in the worst case scenario.
A report will be presented to the full council on Thursday which, if approved, will hand over… View moreAn emergency committee will be formed in Marlborough in case councillor numbers are crippled by coronavirus during the nationwide lockdown, with the chief executive given power in the worst case scenario.
A report will be presented to the full council on Thursday which, if approved, will hand over decision making to a three-person committee if the council did not have the minimum of seven councillors needed to make decisions, required under the Local Government Act.
This is a crucial time. You might be tempted to leave the house this weekend to enjoy your free time. But it’s incredibly important that you don’t revert back to ‘normal life’.
Remember why we are all taking these extreme measures. Stay home. Save lives. This breaks the chain and stops … View moreThis is a crucial time. You might be tempted to leave the house this weekend to enjoy your free time. But it’s incredibly important that you don’t revert back to ‘normal life’.
Remember why we are all taking these extreme measures. Stay home. Save lives. This breaks the chain and stops the virus spreading.
How to break the chain, and protect us all:
STOP THE MOVEMENT
The virus is spread by us. It can’t move by itself. So we all need to avoid moving around as much as possible, eg:
● don't travel to and from baches or second homes
● avoid driving out of your neighbourhood
● don't travel across the country in campervans
● note that DOC has closed all of its campsites and huts.
KEEP EXERCISE LOCAL
There are very few exceptions to staying home, but exercise is one of them. Going for a walk, run or bike ride is good for your mental health. Just remember to:
● stay close to home. Enjoy your neighbourhood, but go no further
● keep it solitary, or only with those you live with
● keep a 2 metre distance from others.
DO SAFE ACTIVITIES ONLY
● Our emergency services need to be fully available to respond to COVID-19 cases. Any search and rescue operation reduces the ability of first responders to help others.
● Do your bit to help them by only undertaking safe activities, and avoiding going into areas where you could get lost or hurt and require their help. Avoid outdoor activities like swimming, surfing, tramping, or boating, hunting or hiking.
AVOID PUBLIC SPACES
● All bars, restaurants, cafes, gyms, cinemas, pools, museums, libraries and playgrounds are closed.
● Avoid places like beaches where people commonly linger, or are unable to maintain a 2 metre distance.
● Don't touch surfaces others may have touched when outdoors, like park benches or playgrounds.
When you return home carefully wash your hands, and any items you took with you outdoors.
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