1218 days ago

Women in labour diverted from Waitākere Hospital amid midwife shortage

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, an Auckland maternity ward has been diverting women in labour to another hospital amid a midwife shortage.

On Monday, midwives at Waitākere Hospital’s maternity unit were sent a message warning them the unit was at capacity and to divert expectant mothers to North Shore Hospital, 26km away.

A spokesperson for Health New Zealand Waitematā said there was a shortage of midwives across the country which was impacting hospitals.

Read the full story at the link below.

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5 days ago

Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
  • 80.1% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
    80.1% Complete
  • 19.9% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
    19.9% Complete
899 votes
3 days ago

Today’s Mind-Bender is the Last of the Year! Can You Guess It Before Everyone Else? 🌟🎁🌲

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I dance in the sky with green and gold, a spectacle few are lucky to behold; I’m best seen in the south, a celestial sight—what am I, lighting up the New Zealand night?

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17 hours ago

Create a Stunning Stain Feature Wall with Resene Colorwood

The Team from Resene ColorShop Henderson

Transform your living room into a work of art with Resene Colorwood wood stains. Find out how to create your own stain feature wall with these easy step by step instructions.

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