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115 days ago

Tips for working in retirement

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

Retirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.

Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting… View more
Retirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.

Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting gears to something more fulfilling or pursuing passions that you now have time for. This might mean volunteering, part-time work, or even starting your own business.

Here’s some helpful advice from Ryman residents in the workforce.

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115 days ago

Food Recall: King brand Traditional Soup Mix Gluten Free Vegetable

James from Waikanae

Wilson Consumer Products Limited is recalling specific batches of its King brand Traditional Soup Mix Gluten Free Vegetable due to the possible presence of an undeclared allergen (gluten).

If you have an allergy or intolerance to gluten and have purchased this product, do not consume. If you … View more
Wilson Consumer Products Limited is recalling specific batches of its King brand Traditional Soup Mix Gluten Free Vegetable due to the possible presence of an undeclared allergen (gluten).

If you have an allergy or intolerance to gluten and have purchased this product, do not consume. If you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice. If you are not allergic or intolerant to gluten, this recall does not affect you.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

116 days ago

Food Recall: Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies

James from Waikanae

Gluten Free Holdings are recalling specific batches of its Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pie due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

If you have an allergy or intolerance to milk and have purchased this product, do not consume.

If you have consumed this product and have any … View more
Gluten Free Holdings are recalling specific batches of its Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pie due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

If you have an allergy or intolerance to milk and have purchased this product, do not consume.

If you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

118 days ago

SKATEBOARDING ERROR RIDDEN

Michael from Trentham

The one sport among all that constitutes the 2024 Paris Olympics that sticks out like a sore thumb, is skateboarding.
Not only is it one-off being new to the Olympic Games but it is the only sport that is so error ridden that excellence and exactness is like trying to squeeze juice out of an … View more
The one sport among all that constitutes the 2024 Paris Olympics that sticks out like a sore thumb, is skateboarding.
Not only is it one-off being new to the Olympic Games but it is the only sport that is so error ridden that excellence and exactness is like trying to squeeze juice out of an unripe lemon.
Does skateboarding belong at the Olympics?
Probably not in its current format.

While on the Olympics, the NZ men's rugby sevens were overrated by NZ media associates with predictions of them winning the gold medal.. They were not rated in the top three or four at Paris. The problem lies not only with the head coach but that not one member of the 2024 squad would make the All Blacks 15 a side 23. If the sevens 12 lineup for Paris had what you could term fringe ABs15 a side such as Love, Lakai, Sotutu and Moorby for instance, they would have won gold two days ago.

117 days ago

Age Concern Tech & Scam Prevention Day - Thursday 8th August, Upper Hutt Cossie Club

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Baffled by technology?

Want to learn how to do Internet banking? Need to connect with the Grand-kids on WhatsApp? Come to our free Tea & Tech workshop! Bring your digital device and get help from some friendly people. Plus you’ll have the opportunity to learn all about scams and how to … View more
Baffled by technology?

Want to learn how to do Internet banking? Need to connect with the Grand-kids on WhatsApp? Come to our free Tea & Tech workshop! Bring your digital device and get help from some friendly people. Plus you’ll have the opportunity to learn all about scams and how to avoid them.

The day is run in two sessions, includes a light lunch and booking is essential.
Visit our website or call 04 499 6646 to book yourself in.

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118 days ago

Food Recall: Henderson Dairy brand Farm Fresh Raw Milk (unpasteurised) 1 Litre

James from Waikanae

Henderson Dairy are recalling specific batches of its Farm Fresh Raw Milk (unpasteurised) 1 Litre, as the product may contain Listeria. Affected products should not be consumed.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

136 days ago

Let's get social

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Tell us what groups you'd like to see in your area...(walking groups, coffee meet-ups, swing dancing, a family tree group - anything at all!)

Or if you are already in a great group, share it here for others to get involved.

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130 days ago

Poll: Have you had a pen pal?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the invention of the internet and mobile phone communication, pen pals seem to be a thing of the past but it was a common practice at one point.

Did you have a pen pal? Where did you meet them? Share below!

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Have you had a pen pal?
  • 66% Yes
    66% Complete
  • 33.6% No
    33.6% Complete
  • 0.4% Other - I'll share below!
    0.4% Complete
1191 votes
137 days ago

Latest scams to look out for 👀

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly hopes to keep you safe by keeping you informed of the latest scams circulating. This week, we are sharing two common text message scams:

NZTA / Waka Kotahi scam:
- The scam is a text message saying it's from New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, and it encourages the … View more
Neighbourly hopes to keep you safe by keeping you informed of the latest scams circulating. This week, we are sharing two common text message scams:

NZTA / Waka Kotahi scam:
- The scam is a text message saying it's from New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, and it encourages the recipient to pay an overdue road toll by visiting a fake website, threatening to take the matter to court within 15 days if they don’t pay up.
- The aim is to trick people into giving away their personal details or pay them money.
- While it is not the first time toll payments have been utilised by scammers, the threat of court action could see more people fall victim.
- The sender will either be a unknown phone number or unknown email address.
Want to report one of these scams? Do so, on Netsafe

NZ Post scam:
- This scam arrives by test message and says it's from NZ Post.
- The premise is that delivery of your parcel was unsuccessful so in order to rearrange delivery. you must click on a link to give your correct address.
- The aim is to trick people into giving away their personal details or pay them money.
- NZ Post advises people not to click the link, but to report the message to the Department of Internal Affairs by forwarding it to 7726.
Think you may have fallen prey to a scam? Get in touch with Netsafe or contact your bank if it involved your bank details.

Remember, if you didn't expect the message and you are now asked to share personal details or money, then stop contact and seek advice elsewhere.

Feel free to share any below that you've encountered recently. This may help others across the country be aware.

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121 days ago
122 days ago

Black Cat Loose And (Maybe) Lost

Michael from Trentham

Spied a fit looking back cat mid morning today at the Wallaceville railway station looking lost and frightened. He/she followed some young people and a few minutes later returned and then ran onto the tracks in seeing my Corgi. Trains not in service until the afternoon.

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123 days ago

IRIS WALL PRINT BY PJ REDOUTE

Gary from Waikanae

Large wall print "Iris Somburina" by PJ Redoute - Black frame with a pale pink border.

Dimensions:-

Height - 87cm
Width - 66cm

Price: $50

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123 days ago

LIFE & LEISURE MAGAZINES

Gary from Waikanae

Life and Leisure Magazines
- Issue Numbers - 26, 29, 35, 41, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 49, 50, 51, 55, 57, 59, 60, 62, 64, 66, 67, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 75, 78, 82,

All In very good condition

Original Cost was $10.90 each.

$5 for 4

Negotiable

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123 days ago

Best medical alarms

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

Do you feel less steady on your feet than you used to be, or perhaps have already experienced a fall or seizure? If so, a medical alarm can help you regain your independence and confidence.

If you have a medical emergency or fall, just press the button on your personal medical alarm and speak to… View more
Do you feel less steady on your feet than you used to be, or perhaps have already experienced a fall or seizure? If so, a medical alarm can help you regain your independence and confidence.

If you have a medical emergency or fall, just press the button on your personal medical alarm and speak to an operator through the built-in speaker. If you can’t speak, an ambulance will be dispatched immediately.

There are a number of different medical alarm options available in New Zealand, so you will be able to find one that suits your needs.

Click read more for the full article.

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123 days ago

Waikanae Arts and Crafts Society

Jocelyn from Waikanae

Weavers Group
Do you weave or would like to weave? Come and join us, 2nd Wednesdays at 1.30pm, 4th Fridays at 10.00am at the Waikanae Arts & Craft Rooms, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (across the railway line). Everyone welcome!
Contact Prue Oxley, 027 844 7296

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