364 days ago

Heartbeats Orewa Seminar TALK on HEART FAILURE AND HEART HEALTH MANAGEMENT

Trent Lash from Heartbeats

Over 12,400 'heart' patients are admitted to hospitals in NZ every year, many having suffered a heart attack or cardiac arrest. Almost 30% don't survive after 12 months!

Heart disease and stroke have the highest mortality rate in New Zealand - more than all cancers combined.

Do you have a close family member who has heart disease, or are you a
heart patient or heart event survivor yourself - are you feeling isolated, alone and don't know where to turn for help with your recovery . . . then
this talk and presentation by one of the leading cardiac rehab nurse specialists at North Shore Hospital, may be just what you need.

WHERE: Hibiscus Coast Community House (behind Estuary Arts Centre)
WHEN: this Thursday 12th December at 10:45am - 12 noon .

Sponsored by Heartbeats Hibiscus Coast cardiac support group, this is a talk not to be missed. EVERYONE IS WELCOME. Bring a family member or friend who might be a 'heart' person.

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3 hours ago

NZCCM Massage and English Programmes

The Team from New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine

The New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine (NZCCM) offers industry-focused Massage and English programmes that prepare students for professional practice.

Students gain strong Anatomy and Physiology knowledge, hands-on experience in the student clinic, and pathways into health and wellbeing careers. NZCCM actively incorporates tikanga Māori and Te Ao Māori, partnering with local marae for cultural learning and community treatments.

As Auckland’s only provider of Massage diplomas, NZCCM is enrolling now for February 2026 Programmes include the Level 5 Wellness and Relaxation Massage Diploma and the Level 6 Remedial Massage Diploma, both NZQA-approved with intensive block courses. NZCCM also offers NZCEL Level 4 for academic English preparation.

Open Days will be held on 12 December and 23 January.
Contact: 09 580 2376 or auck@chinesemedicine.ac.nz
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3 hours ago

Night-time roadworks on SH16

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).

Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. Click to find out more.
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6 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.1% Yes
    53.1% Complete
  • 46.9% No
    46.9% Complete
1876 votes