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When you’re homeless, sleeping under the New Zealand flag might just be a final defense. That’s what Six reckons.
Six doesn’t live on the streets any more but she hasn’t forgotten how if feels to fall. To find yourself without a roof, no corner of the world to call your own. She wanted … View moreWhen you’re homeless, sleeping under the New Zealand flag might just be a final defense. That’s what Six reckons.
Six doesn’t live on the streets any more but she hasn’t forgotten how if feels to fall. To find yourself without a roof, no corner of the world to call your own. She wanted to make sure other people understood what it’s like so she started a community paper about homelessness from the inside.
In The K’Rd Chronicles, we take to the streets of inner city Auckland and meet the people from Six’s world. Join Stuff over the next 8 weeks, as winter sets in, to learn about their struggle to change their lives … and to stay alive.
In the first part of a three-part series for OurAuckland, Elly Strang looks at the many benefits green spaces bring to the health of our people and our city.
Volunteers with Auckland Coastguard have been recognised at this year’s New Zealand Search and Rescue Awards held at Parliament this week.
Congratulations to Jo Norgrove who received a Certificate of Achievement for her services to Coastguard and Search and Rescue.
Auckland Coastguard was … View moreVolunteers with Auckland Coastguard have been recognised at this year’s New Zealand Search and Rescue Awards held at Parliament this week.
Congratulations to Jo Norgrove who received a Certificate of Achievement for her services to Coastguard and Search and Rescue.
Auckland Coastguard was awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Operational Activity for their involvement in the rescue of a badly injured yachtsman near Waiheke Island in March last year.
Coastguard Auckland volunteers Chris Griggs and Lynne Jacobsen received the award on behalf of the rest of the unit at the awards ceremony held in Wellington.
Griggs says it was an honour to accept the award on behalf of the unit.
“This rescue was a real team effort,” says Griggs. “We had no idea of the severity of the man’s injuries at first but once on scene we worked hard to bring the situation under control and provide as much comfort and pain relief as possible.”
On the night of the rescue, the Coastguard Auckland unit responded to the yachtsman ’s distress call who was badly burned after being engulfed in flames on board his vessel. Coastguard Auckland unit vessels, ASB Rescue and Li on Foundation Rescue, were tasked to locate and assist the casualty and then to transfer the yachtsman to the nearest land point where an ambulance and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter were waiting.
Griggs boarded the yacht to find the man sitting in the shower under the running water in an attempt to ease the discomfort from his burns. “The fire had caused significant burns to his arms, h ands and lower body. He had done the right thing by sitting under the cold water but in doing so had started to go hypothermic and was in immense pain,” says Griggs.
Once on board Lion Foundation Rescue, the man was carefully transferred to emergency services waiting onshore.
The judges said the Coastguard volunteers used their skills in a “highly stressful situation” where time was of the essence. By preventing further injury to the victim , the volunteers improved his chances of survival and recovery.
Auckland Coastguard relies on donations and sponsorship to deliver on our mission of "Saving lives at sea." If you can support us in any way, please get in touch with Owen Harrison on 09 303 9366 or owen@auckland-coastguard.org.nz
Pictured from L to R: Jo Norgrove, Chris Griggs and Lynne Jacobsen
If you’re someone who often looks at abstract art and thinks to yourself “I could do that,” this project will be right up your alley. Use a new frame or recycle an old one. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick … View moreIf you’re someone who often looks at abstract art and thinks to yourself “I could do that,” this project will be right up your alley. Use a new frame or recycle an old one. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
Barry Read is no stranger to projects. You could say it is his life's work. Read has spent the pas…
Hello Auckland neighbours! To ensure a safe and enjoyable for our riders and the community Lime has launched our SCOOT SAFE campaign across Auckland. Here are some tips to help make sharing the roads and footpaths safe for all.
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A man who kidnapped and murdered his longtime friend has failed in a bid to appeal his conviction an…
A mother is deeply concerned her 3-month-old baby is at risk of contracting measles from unvaccinate…
Tomarata Community Garage Sale on the 11th May 8.30 am to 2pm
at the Tomarata Hall Mangawhai Road Tomarata
Painful or just ugly varicose veins are a long - lasting problem.
The treatment is usually associated with a short-term compression therapy, which is the best tolerated during a winter time. Why don't have them assessed and treated now so your legs look and feel better next summer?
… View morePainful or just ugly varicose veins are a long - lasting problem.
The treatment is usually associated with a short-term compression therapy, which is the best tolerated during a winter time. Why don't have them assessed and treated now so your legs look and feel better next summer?
No GP referral is necessary.
Check out our website www.theveincentre.co.nz
Email: info@theveincentre.co.nz
Phone (09) 4445858
Come along to the Sharks Sports Trust at Victor Eaves Park in Orewa for some fun as well as lovely food. The Orewa Lions are putting on a Pink Ribbon afternoon Tea on the 25th May at 2 o'clock. Just $40.00 per head, with a glass of bubbly on arrival. Come along and support a fabulous cause, at… View moreCome along to the Sharks Sports Trust at Victor Eaves Park in Orewa for some fun as well as lovely food. The Orewa Lions are putting on a Pink Ribbon afternoon Tea on the 25th May at 2 o'clock. Just $40.00 per head, with a glass of bubbly on arrival. Come along and support a fabulous cause, at the same time as having such fun. For tickets, please ring (09) 424 5561 or 021 419224
Are you ready to think, feel and breathe green this month? 🍃 Find out more about the wellbeing benefits of our green spaces.
I know you’re probably extremely busy atm but you spare a minute to support women’s health? This a petition for the contraception “Marina” to be fully funded in New Zealand.
The Marina is a hormone-releasing IUD and it’s currently listed as an essential medicine by the WHO. Most OECD … View moreI know you’re probably extremely busy atm but you spare a minute to support women’s health? This a petition for the contraception “Marina” to be fully funded in New Zealand.
The Marina is a hormone-releasing IUD and it’s currently listed as an essential medicine by the WHO. Most OECD countries cover the cost of the Marina however, NZ is an exception and access to the Marina is subject to stringent funding restrictions. The Marina is only funded for women with anemia otherwise it costs between $400 and $600.
The Marina is one of the most effective, acceptable and well tolerated forms of contraception. It reduces monthly pains, is a management strategy for endometriosis and it reduces endometrial hyperplasia, a precursor to endometrial cancer.
The Marina has been available in NZ for over 20 years but the current restrictions make it unaffordable for many women, prompting further health inequality in NZ.
Thank you for taking the time to read/sign and please pass the petition on.
www.parliament.nz...
‘The children are our future.’ It’s a well-loved cliché around the world because it’s absolutely true. The hopes and dreams we have for our communities are only as strong as the children and young people who continue to believe in them long after we’re gone.
This month is all about … View more‘The children are our future.’ It’s a well-loved cliché around the world because it’s absolutely true. The hopes and dreams we have for our communities are only as strong as the children and young people who continue to believe in them long after we’re gone.
This month is all about supporting our young people, to encourage and empower them to not only be the change-makers and community builders of tomorrow but also the best versions of themselves. To listen to their perspective and remember that it’s not just about what we can teach them, but what lessons they can teach us. After all, the recipe for creating healthy, happy children includes a lot of the same ingredients for building safer, more resilient and connected communities.
Want to share your thoughts?
Let us know how you’re supporting young people in your communities this month by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZsupportingouryoungpeople
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