Fairview Downs, Hamilton

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2413 days ago

Is that sore throat strep throat?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

There has been a rise in recent cases of strep throat in Huntly. If left untreated, streptococcal A can develop into rheumatic fever and cause heart damage and lifelong health consequences.
Over in Hamilton, it's worth keeping an eye on those winter sore throats too. Most Waikato pharmacies … View more
There has been a rise in recent cases of strep throat in Huntly. If left untreated, streptococcal A can develop into rheumatic fever and cause heart damage and lifelong health consequences.
Over in Hamilton, it's worth keeping an eye on those winter sore throats too. Most Waikato pharmacies offer free throat swab testing for children aged 4-19.
Read more here.

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2414 days ago

Celebrate NZSL Week

Jean from Tauwhare

NZSL - My Place, My Language from Eureka, Waikato

Here is a video clip..
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This week we, Deaf people celebrate our unqiue 'NZSL' - New Zealand sign language becasue it is our first language than English or Maaori Language. In this video, I, Jean is in Eureka which it is … View more
NZSL - My Place, My Language from Eureka, Waikato

Here is a video clip..
vimeo.com...

This week we, Deaf people celebrate our unqiue 'NZSL' - New Zealand sign language becasue it is our first language than English or Maaori Language. In this video, I, Jean is in Eureka which it is my place in the rural area of Waikato. My second language is NZSL but I was born deaf. Note: there is no voice sound, only the traffic noise. Transcript from the video.
Hello my name is Jean and fingerspell J E A N. My old NZSL as a pair of 'jeans'. Where am I? I am in Eureka and showed your my sign of Eureka as in the meaning of discovering our rural local when a group of men found a place for the headquarter here after the Maaori Wars in Waikato. My place, here and there as in the rural area. What happening this week? Deaf people in the Deaf community celebrate our NZSL this week. Come and learn our NZSL so we can communicate each other. Thank you.

2413 days ago

Nominate a nice neighbour - and WIN

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're looking for the nice neighbours in town. Nominate someone in your neighbourhood - and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all.

Plus, you'll both receive a $25 Prezzy Card! A Nice Neighbour is someone who has… View more
We're looking for the nice neighbours in town. Nominate someone in your neighbourhood - and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all.

Plus, you'll both receive a $25 Prezzy Card! A Nice Neighbour is someone who has helped make a difference in your life - or the lives of others. Let us know why your neighbour is so special by sharing a few words here.
Learn more

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2415 days ago

ihail App Promo

Hamilton Taxis

Nationwide Blue Bubble Taxi promo of our ihail App ....ensure that you book your ride with Hamilton Taxis via your ihail App to be eligible to win a trip fro two to the Calgary Stampede .....during the Month of May 2019 only -Andy Collins..... General Manager

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2419 days ago

Poll: Should a commissioner replace Waikato DHB members?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Two weeks ago, Health Minister David Clark announced he was thinking of installing a commissioner to run Waikato DHB.
He told the health board members he was "seriously dissatisfied with their performance", and gave them two weeks to respond.
That time is up at 5pm on Friday, May 3 and … View more
Two weeks ago, Health Minister David Clark announced he was thinking of installing a commissioner to run Waikato DHB.
He told the health board members he was "seriously dissatisfied with their performance", and gave them two weeks to respond.
That time is up at 5pm on Friday, May 3 and the minister has said he's likely to make a decision next week.
If he decides on a commissioner, the board will be sacked.
The commissioner can then appoint up to three deputies to help oversee health services around the region.
Do you think a commissioner should replace Waikato DHB members?
Read what board members said the day after Clark announced he might replace them.

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Should a commissioner replace Waikato DHB members?
  • 94.4% Yes, the health board isn't working well.
    94.4% Complete
  • 5.6% No, board members should stick around to sort out the problems.
    5.6% Complete
90 votes
2415 days ago

Bowel cancer strikes family twice - do you know the signs?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Rachel Afeaki-Taumoepeau didn't know anything about bowel cancer six years ago. Then her mum was diagnosed, and it was terminal.
"We just can't understand how we missed [mum's cancer]," Afeaki-Taumoepeau said.
Later, her father was also diagnosed but, because his was picked… View more
Rachel Afeaki-Taumoepeau didn't know anything about bowel cancer six years ago. Then her mum was diagnosed, and it was terminal.
"We just can't understand how we missed [mum's cancer]," Afeaki-Taumoepeau said.
Later, her father was also diagnosed but, because his was picked up early, he's in the clear.
Read their story, and more about symptoms to watch out for, here.

2415 days ago

Bowel cancer strikes family twice - do you know the signs?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Rachel Afeaki-Taumoepeau didn't know anything about bowel cancer six years ago. Then her mum was diagnosed, and it was terminal.
"We just can't understand how we missed [mum's cancer]," Afeaki-Taumoepeau said.
Later, her father was also diagnosed but, because his was picked… View more
Rachel Afeaki-Taumoepeau didn't know anything about bowel cancer six years ago. Then her mum was diagnosed, and it was terminal.
"We just can't understand how we missed [mum's cancer]," Afeaki-Taumoepeau said.
Later, her father was also diagnosed but, because his was picked up early, he's in the clear.
Read their story, and more about symptoms to watch out for, here.

2415 days ago
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2415 days ago

Cabot’s deck stain 10L - new rustic oak. Never opened.

Tina from Hillcrest

This has never been opened. Retails for $145. Bought in 2017. Still good, we just used the other one this summer.

Negotiable

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2415 days ago

Box of pool chemicals

Tina from Hillcrest

These were from the warehouse, never used and we no longer have a pool.

Contains:
- water checking strips (these have been opened and one or two used)
- liquid chorine
- multi action tablets
- shark for them to go in to flit
- ph buffer

This is all you need for your pool.

Price: $60

2415 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

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2415 days ago

We want your feedback!

The Team from Hamilton City Council

What should get priority when it comes to speeds around our city?

We reckon places where lots of people walk or bike, streets and roads where we’ll get the biggest safety improvements, and where communities are keen for change. Have we got it right?



Tell us at ➡️myhcc.nz...

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2416 days ago

Don't forget to spoil Mum this Mother's Day!

Anna Smith from Beaurepaires Hamilton Anglesea Street

Mums are always looking out for the safety of their loved ones but sometimes they forget about themselves.

Give your mother or the special lady in your life the most precious gift this Mother's Day by helping her arrive safely wherever she goes with one of our Beaurepaires Car Safety Packages… View more
Mums are always looking out for the safety of their loved ones but sometimes they forget about themselves.

Give your mother or the special lady in your life the most precious gift this Mother's Day by helping her arrive safely wherever she goes with one of our Beaurepaires Car Safety Packages from only $55*!

These offers are ONLINE ONLY and end 12th May 2019 or while stocks last

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2416 days ago

Retirement living and care you can trust

The Team from

When Ryman was founded over 30 years ago, our co-founder Kevin Hickman set one simple standard: it’s got to be good enough for Mum – or Dad.

Ryman’s belief in this standard hasn’t changed. We put our residents first, ensuring they are connected to caring, vibrant communities. … View more
When Ryman was founded over 30 years ago, our co-founder Kevin Hickman set one simple standard: it’s got to be good enough for Mum – or Dad.

Ryman’s belief in this standard hasn’t changed. We put our residents first, ensuring they are connected to caring, vibrant communities. Ultimately, that’s what makes the Ryman difference.

Visit us online for more information about Ryman or your free guide to living in one of our 30+ villages.
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