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Entering New Zealand from the country at the centre of a global virus outbreak, an Air China passenger says no one aboard his flight was screened. The passenger, who did not want to be named, told the Herald he arrived in Auckland from Beijing on Monday evening. "There was no one checking … View moreEntering New Zealand from the country at the centre of a global virus outbreak, an Air China passenger says no one aboard his flight was screened. The passenger, who did not want to be named, told the Herald he arrived in Auckland from Beijing on Monday evening. "There was no one checking passengers' temperatures at Customs, through immigration, anywhere," he said. "I just walked out." Even though he and other passengers mentioned they had recently travelled to Wuhan, they left Auckland Airport only clutching a health pamphlet, he said. It was poles apart from the health screening he had seen in China, where travellers' temperatures were taken at multiple points at Hong Kong airport. Despite feeling fine and seeing no one on his flight seeming to be ill, he said the lack of screening made him nervous. "Every single person on the flight was wearing a mask, protecting themselves and trying not to spread anything. "I'm perfectly fine, but it was very unusual." The passenger's concerns follow comments online by shocked passengers who recently entered New Zealand unscreened. One passenger, who returned to Auckland via Hong Kong with their family only two days ago, took to Reddit to write about their arrival from a self-imposed isolation. They wrote that travellers faced strict precautions at Hong Kong airport and filled out questionnaires on their recent travel. "At the entrance of Hong Kong International Airport, workers were checking documents and only allowing those who had flights within 24 hours in. "Everyone was wearing masks. Before passing through security, temperatures were taken again." But when they arrived in Auckland, there was no indication of the global coronavirus outbreak but a few posters and a few people wearing face masks. "The customs worker who served us wasn't even wearing a mask and there was no temperature check," the passenger wrote. "The E-gates were still open too. It would've been very easy for someone to slip through." Despite extensive media coverage of the coronavirus outbreak, the passenger wrote that it felt as if the outbreak "didn't exist" in New Zealand. "It was a stark contrast from my experience in China and Hong Kong. I'm wondering whether it was because my flight was from Hong Kong rather than mainland China and because it was early in the morning and they had not yet implemented the new procedures they said they would in the news." A Ministry of Health spokesman said that from last Monday, public health staff have been at Christchurch and Auckland International Airports as flights from mainland China arrive. "Staff have been taking the temperatures of anyone who is feeling unwell and anyone with a temperature higher than 38 degrees Celsius will be referred for appropriate assessment," he said. "Yesterday public health staff met approximately 2500 passengers on six scheduled flights and 7 passengers and crew on one private flight arriving at Auckland Airport and 230 passengers and crew on one flight arriving at Christchurch International Airport from mainland China." None of those travellers met the suspected case definition for Novel coronavirus.
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Brighten the day of someone in need and bring a little colour into your life...
By donating a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
Resene will gift… View moreBrighten the day of someone in need and bring a little colour into your life...
By donating a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
Resene will gift all food donations to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.
Start gathering up those cans so you can swap and save at your local Resene owned ColorShop.
Wouldn't it be nice to video-call your grandchildren? Take photos of your dog? Or bank online? Introducing iGuide, the guide designed to help you use your iPhone confidently. iGuide comes with step by step instructions and screenshots, covering all the main features of your iPhone.
iGuide… View moreWouldn't it be nice to video-call your grandchildren? Take photos of your dog? Or bank online? Introducing iGuide, the guide designed to help you use your iPhone confidently. iGuide comes with step by step instructions and screenshots, covering all the main features of your iPhone.
iGuide was made for all ages and supports beginner level iPhone users, with 10 chapters explaining how to use all the essential apps on your iPhone. You can now enjoy using social media, online shopping, reading the news and more!
There are limited copies available. We’re offering 25% off and free shipping on all orders for our friends at Neighbourly. Visit https://iguideforiphone.com/ to find out how you can make life easier with an iPhone.
When
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Thursday 13 February 2020, 6.30pm - Thursday 13 February 2020, 10.30pm
Friday 14 February 2020, 5.00pm - Friday 14 February 2020, 10.30pm
Saturday 15 February 2020, 4.00pm - Saturday 15 February 2020, 10.30pm
Sunday 16 February 2020, 4.00pm - Sunday 16 February 2020, 10.30pm
… View moreWhen
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Thursday 13 February 2020, 6.30pm - Thursday 13 February 2020, 10.30pm
Friday 14 February 2020, 5.00pm - Friday 14 February 2020, 10.30pm
Saturday 15 February 2020, 4.00pm - Saturday 15 February 2020, 10.30pm
Sunday 16 February 2020, 4.00pm - Sunday 16 February 2020, 10.30pm
Where
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Auckland Domain, Park Road, Grafton, Auckland
Cost---Free
Website--aucklandnz.com/lantern-festival
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Auckland Lantern Festival began in 2000 as a one-night event, featuring second-hand lanterns from Singapore. Now, it is the country's largest cultural festival, attracting between 165,000 and 200,000 people across four days.
Witness the spectacular illumination of hundreds of handmade lanterns that depict a range of elements from Chinese culture; treat yourself at a variety of stalls selling delicious Asian food and craft; watch stunning performances of traditional or contemporary dance and music from international and local talent, and enjoy demonstrations from masters of martial arts.
Originally inspired by the traditional lantern festivals of China, Auckland Lantern Festival has now become a uniquely Auckland-Chinese event, enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.
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Kia ora neighbours, a warning has been issued after a dangerous synthetic cannabinoid was sold in Auckland as "crystal LSD".
The synthetic cannabinoid can cause sudden death, dissociation and hallucinations. Drug-testing service KnowYourStuff said it "strongly recommends avoiding … View moreKia ora neighbours, a warning has been issued after a dangerous synthetic cannabinoid was sold in Auckland as "crystal LSD".
The synthetic cannabinoid can cause sudden death, dissociation and hallucinations. Drug-testing service KnowYourStuff said it "strongly recommends avoiding this substance".
Blockhouse Bay, 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom
Fully fenced and gated 641sqm section
Added bonus 2 large utility rooms at the ground level
Offers over $829,500. 1 Falkirk St
Open home every Sun 11-11.30am. Ph 021 187 9607
www.trademe.co.nz...
🏡 Sweet Haven 🏡
231c Huia Road, Titirangi
✔️ Straight from the pages of Parnell this top flight residence has been created to blend seamlessly into its native Titirangi setting
✔️ Built with bespoke quality in mind, this modernist property has almost 350m2 of living space, holding … View more🏡 Sweet Haven 🏡
231c Huia Road, Titirangi
✔️ Straight from the pages of Parnell this top flight residence has been created to blend seamlessly into its native Titirangi setting
✔️ Built with bespoke quality in mind, this modernist property has almost 350m2 of living space, holding substantial size as well as outstanding finish
✔️ Add to this the self-contained office, there are options for everyone
✔️ This property offers 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4 living areas, study/gym, designer kitchen and off street parking for 5+ cars
✔️ Set in a sunny valley on a tree lined 1.14 hectares this is privacy heaven, a quiet respite less than 4 minutes’ drive to the village
✔️ In Zone and walking distance to Woodlands Park School (Decile 10)
✔️ If you are after a top end home the answer is here!
Contact THE SMITHS to view this exceptional property or come along to the open home!
View this property online: www.rwtitirangi.co.nz...
#TheSmiths #PremiumProperty #ElitePerformers #RayWhite #Titirangi #RealEstate
Tuesday evenings workshop 6.30 - 7.45
Ceramco Park Function Centre
120 Glendale road , Glen Eden
Phone 0276015851 Danny or (09)8188711
Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.
Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, … View moreLove is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.
Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, putting together a working bee, or installing a communal pātaka or library - there are countless ways to make our neighbourhoods more enjoyable for everyone.
Don’t forget to share the love! Let us know how you’re improving your neighbourhood this month by email or tag us online and include the following hashtag:
#NSNZlovewhereyoulive
Is your ejection fraction 40% or less? If so, we would like to hear from you.
Waitemata DHB is taking part in an international study looking at IV iron replacement therapy in heart failure patients.
*Transport and parking is paid for attending study visits.
For more obligation-free … View moreIs your ejection fraction 40% or less? If so, we would like to hear from you.
Waitemata DHB is taking part in an international study looking at IV iron replacement therapy in heart failure patients.
*Transport and parking is paid for attending study visits.
For more obligation-free information please contact:
Cardiology Research Waitemata DHB on (09) 4868920 ext. 43591 or email - heartfidstudy@waitematadhb.govt.nz
Stylish turned wooden stand and comb included
(Purchased from Wigs By Haircreations in Auckland)
In excellent condition
you can check out the manufacturers website at www.ellen...
MessageIn good condition two sliding doors - with lock but keys are missing
Slight fading on the top surface due to sun damage but sound frame.
Dimensions:
1m 20cm wide
45cm deep
72cm high
Will need two people to lift.
SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.
There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.
But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with… View moreSuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.
There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.
But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with a brand new website and app - great for the many tech-savvy over 65s.
The app is the fastest and easiest way to find discounts and offers when you’re out and about. So why not take advantage?
Visit www.supergold.govt.nz to find out more, or download the free SuperGoldNZ app for your smartphone or tablet, from the App Store or Google Play.
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