Should those in the Medical profession be required to be vaccinated?
I booked a dental hygienist (incl. a Dentist examination) for early November. I asked the Receptionist to confirm that all in the Practice had received 2 vaccinations - if not, please advise and cancel the booking. She checked with the Dentist and the answer was: "Unfortunately we have had to cancel your booking" - goodness me. In checking with the MOH about Dentists/Technicians and Vaccinations the answer was "at this stage it is not mandatory for Dentists/Dental Technicians to be vaccinated" - be aware. I live in a Retirement Village and am particularly careful of keeping safe - someone who has their hands in my mouth/within 6 feet has to be double vaccinated in my books.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
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91.4% Yes
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8.2% No
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0.4% Other - I'll share below!
Lest we forget...
On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.
Trucks Parking in Residential Streets
How do people feel about truck and trailer units parking in our residential streets? Manuroa and Airfield Roads in Takanini are truck parks every night. This is a safety issue as trucks and buses cross onto the wrong side of the road to pass them. They also block sight lines for people leaving their properties and turning out of side streets. Parking beside reserves and playgrounds means children are stepping out from behind these vehicles to cross our busy streets. The empty flatbed trailer units are hard to see at night, especially in wet weather. There have been at least two accidents in Takanini, one fatal, involving cars hitting these trailers. The Takanini Residents Group have raised this with the Papakura Local Board and Auckland Council, but as these vehicles are legally parked, we are told there is nothing that can be done. I know this is a problem in other areas in South Auckland, so I would like to hear what people think about this issue.
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