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The initiative, aimed at clearing up the “silent epidemic” of sick cats and kittens overpopulating the suburb, came to fruition after a meeting of Carevets, Waikato SPCA and Melville Community House.
A $20,000 donation to the Waikato SPCA has enabled Keith Houston of the Carevet Veterinary … View moreThe initiative, aimed at clearing up the “silent epidemic” of sick cats and kittens overpopulating the suburb, came to fruition after a meeting of Carevets, Waikato SPCA and Melville Community House.
A $20,000 donation to the Waikato SPCA has enabled Keith Houston of the Carevet Veterinary clinics to provide a service to treat 300 cats of community card holders – making a huge difference to the community.
The desexing and health check initiative will be run by a booking system at the community house, where the van will be ready and waiting.
Te Whare Kokonga/Melvillle Community House co-ordinator Holly Snape confirmed the area has had a large number of strays.
“It is a unique initiative, to cater for the stray and unwell cats in the community. We want to up the treatment of flea problems, up the vaccinations, target cats that are breeding by having the cheap desexing facilities,” she said.
All community card holders are encouraged to bring their cats in.
According to Waikato RNZSPCA Branch Manager Tracy Wilde it is the cost for treatment and a slow realisation of how quickly a cat can get pregnant that is to blame for explosions of kittens.
“We get endless calls about cats, this is a guesstimate, but a good 80% of calls here are about cats,” she says. “It is amazing how upset people can get about stray cats.”
Doctor Keith Houston of Carevets funded the mobile de-sexing service off his own bat.
“This is our [Carevets] contribution to the greater welfare of the community, by helping the SPCA meet their aims,” said Dr Houston. It is not just the breeding that is causing the SPCA site to be inundated with cats, but the diseases that come from overpopulation and poor conditions as well.
With the larger numbers, both domestic and feral felines can become sick by contracting cat flu, parasites, worms or feline aids (mainly from males fighting).
According to Wilde there are a “horrendous amount” of cats and kittens that are sick and dying and the SPCA does not have enough resources and staff time to control it.
The “kitten season” brings an overload of pregnant and abandoned animals during the Christmas period when people cannot care for them.
“Colonies of abandoned and unwanted animals are living in communities and without de-sexing are increasing at an alarming rate. (One male and female cat can produce 400,000 offspring in seven years).”
As a result the cats turn into scared, starved and eventually sick animals.
The SPCA wants to address other problem areas such as Fairfield, Nawton, Ngarawahia and Huntly and is looking for more funding for continued treatment and expansion to the other areas in need.
Around 16-18 cats are hoped to be treated per day.
Freephone 0800 CareVets
Email info@carevets.co.nz
0800 227383
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Have child who wants to learn the violin? Or want to learn yourself?
Violin teacher available in Hillcrest/Riverlea area with a Bachelor of Music (First Class Honours) and 14 years teaching experience privately and in schools.
- Teaches ages 4 to adult, beginner to advanced, in a variety of … View moreHave child who wants to learn the violin? Or want to learn yourself?
Violin teacher available in Hillcrest/Riverlea area with a Bachelor of Music (First Class Honours) and 14 years teaching experience privately and in schools.
- Teaches ages 4 to adult, beginner to advanced, in a variety of methods. - Exam preparation available for those looking to push themselves.
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We need your help! These five amazing Community Project applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Project and how your support will help them - and then cast… View moreWe need your help! These five amazing Community Project applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Project and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 September.
We need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast… View moreWe need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 September
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Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. … View moreHi neighbours,
Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. Although about 30,000 people in the profession are involved in the strike, not everyone agrees with it.
So, what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think teachers deserve better pay? Or should they have stayed around the negotiating table for longer? Are you a teacher or parent with views on the topic? Let us know in the replies!
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Hamiltonians are one step closer to getting their new kerbside collection service with Council yesterday approving the new level of service for the city. Hamilton City Council will roll out its new wheeled bin and more recycling options service from July 2020, which includes replacing the current … View moreHamiltonians are one step closer to getting their new kerbside collection service with Council yesterday approving the new level of service for the city. Hamilton City Council will roll out its new wheeled bin and more recycling options service from July 2020, which includes replacing the current black bag collection with separate wheeled bins for rubbish and recycling, a smaller separate food waste collection bin and using the existing recycling crates for glass only.
Waste Minimisation Advisor Charlotte Catmur says the current recycling service, which was established in 2002, is no longer ‘fit for purpose’ so the new service will be a major step forward for the city aligning it with other leading Councils in New Zealand. As part of the new service there will be assisted collections to help physically impaired or elderly residents and special services for intensive housing areas that cannot be serviced effectively through this kerbside collection service.
The new service is designed to increase Hamilton’s recycling rate from 29 per cent (by weight) to 50 per cent, which would mean diverting more than 100,000 tonnes of waste from landfill in the 10 years from 2020/21.
Check out Fight the Landfill to double check your collection days
Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.
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Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" … View moreHi Hamilton,
Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" Click here to read his reasons why.
So what are your thoughts on the topic? Do you agree or disagree with our reporter? Let us know your parking experiences in the replies!
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Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!
Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View moreHave you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!
Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.
The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.
Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.
So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.
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