Plus Living+ Magazine, Tauranga Issue #1

FREE HAWKE’S BAY E DITION: 1 | 2021

A guide to ageing well

A healthy headspace

Embracing life at any age

Maintaining your motivation

Taking tangible steps towards what you want

A diet to desire

Sizing you up

8 things people use to judge you

Eating to stay healthy

10 easy ways to boost your mood

Battling ageism

The slow march towards egalitarianism

End-of-Life Planning

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Our qualified staff will offer you the care you deserve while guiding you through options, assisting with requests and organising the service you want.

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End-of-Life Planning

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Kim Stops-Director like spouses, children, grandchildren? We will produce a plan that suits.

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LIVING WELL AND AGEING GRACEFULLY IN A MODERN SOCIETY

Mind over matter It seems as if there are a million sayings along the lines of ‘life is what you make it’ and every one of them falls under the guise of ‘easier said than done’.

While that’s undoubtedly true when it comes to navigating the myriad of obstacles physical existence throws our way, it might not be quite as watertight when it comes to our interpretation of those things.

With that in mind, this issue of Plusliving kicks off with articles about attitude – namely yours.

We start with a guide to ageing well entitled, funnily enough, ‘Life is what you make it’ and move onto pieces about maintaining a healthy mind, how to stay motivated, ways to boost your mood, things people use to judge you and the ongoing battle with ageism.

There’s also guides to healthy eating, self-discipline and being wise with money, plus much more.

Enjoy.

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Ten easy way to boost your mood

Battling ageism

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A healthy headspace

Eating to stay healthy

Being wise with money

Staying motivated for life

Eight things people use to judge you

Creating a home office that works for you

Welcome to Plusliving – the magazine dedicated to living well and ageing gracefully in modern society. Aimed at the 50+ age group, you’ll find articles covering all aspects of contemporary life, including physical health and wellbeing, mental health and acuity, home life, working life and finances, technology, travel, self-improvement and more. Our aim is to provide information anyone can use, on any given day, so you can get more out of life.

Does your company have any information or products you would like to feature in an upcoming edition of Plusliving+?

Please contact us to discuss getting your business in print Disclaimer This publication is provided on the basis that The Job Agency T|A Markat is not responsible for the results of any actions taken on the basis of information in these articles, nor for any error or omission from these articles and that the firm is not hereby engaged in rendering advice or services. The Job Agency T|A Markat expressly disclaim all and any liability and responsibility to any person in respect of anything and of the consequences of anything done, or omitted to be done, by any such a person in reliance, whether wholly or partially upon the whole or any part of the contents of this publication. Advertising feature articles are classified as advertising content and as such, information contained in them is subject to the Advertising Standards Authority Codes of Practice. Contents Copyright 2020 by The Job Agency T|A Markat. All rights reserved. No article or advertisement may be reproduced without written permission.

Health

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Wellbeing

– a guide to ageing well Through our daily exposure to today’s array of information and communication, we are inundated with messages about the merits of ageing well and the processes we can follow to ensure we realise our potential at any age.

The concept of ageing well can be perceived in a cosmetic sense, conjuring up images of anti-wrinkle remedies and the revolutionary youth serums which purportedly stall the physical metamorphosis we undergo as part of our evolutionary existence.

It’s a lucrative industry selling youth; one which has no expiration date, because the ‘youth in a bottle’ market and everything it encompasses will have life for as long as humans walk the earth and their desire for a life of longevity exists.

But ageing well in life cannot be taken at face value alone. Because while the restorative properties of age reversal potions and practises may bring skindeep satisfaction to our lives, ageing well in a holistic sense is what fulfils us in mind, body and soul.

Wise up We have heard the supposition ‘wisdom comes with age,’ time and time again.

It is a proclamation that suggests our wisdom well is fuller when our eyes, minds and hearts have absorbed a lifetime worth of knowledge and are more in tune with the way of the world.

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There is much to be said for and learned from the valuable hindsight that belongs to those who have experienced life, although it is important to utilise what intellectual capacity we have now to create a plan to age well.

For life’s greatest pearls of wisdom may well be reserved for a moment in time beyond our immediate reach, but making age well plans requires the application of today’s wisdom while the wisdom of tomorrow still belongs to the future.

A plan to age well We spend our lives planning. Plans are personal maps for life which we formulate to help us reach milestones, fulfil ambitions and complete tasks effectively.

And while a life plan may not grant us immunity from the serendipitous way of the world, the protection, security and direction afforded to us by having a strategic plan, can only contribute to a life of longevity.

There is no dictionary definition for ageing well, no textbook manual open for our consultation.

Ageing well cannot be mimicked or even learned from others because while peers and family may be able to offer suggestive guidance, our unique genetic blueprint means how we define ageing well and go about it will require a personal touch.

Therefore, a definitive list of steps for entering elder-hood and working towards a life of longevity cannot be given, but recommendations for areas of focus can be provided to help you on your journey.

Wellbeing And like adventure at any age, your physical, emotional and spiritual values should be your guiding intuition.

Sleep is also as important to our health as diet and exercise – without it we cannot function properly and may even become ill.

Physical health

We know when we sleep, our bodies rest – conserving energy and decreasing blood pressure, heart rate, breathing and body temperature, but our brains remain active – laying down memory, restoring daytime mental function and carrying out tasks that lead to physical growth.

We can all remember the physical liberation attached to being young and ailment free.

And while it becomes harder to reverse or right the physical wrongs we have committed as the years pass us by, if we are consistent throughout life and honour a balanced and physical lifestyle, we can continue to experience the physical autonomy gifted in youth.

The physical benefits of a balanced diet are also well documented, which is directly associated with healthy ageing.

The saying, “you are only as old as you feel” is applicable to the exercise equation because beyond the aesthetic merits of staying active, physical exercise is also an elixir for staying young in mind and spirit.

When entering any era in which our life profoundly changes, we need to get emotional – in an intuitive sense.

As a combatant for what ails you, the positive effects of a physical lifestyle are further increased with the adoption of other physical practises.

In order to beat stress effectively you need to have a grab-bag of antistressing tools that you use often and proactively before your body’s stress response fully kicks in. The more anti-stressing tools you can learn the better.

Emotional health

As we get older and life presents us with new emotional challenges, understanding our emotional needs and feelings and catering to these, is as importance to our wellbeing as maintaining physical health.

Ageing well emotionally is like a quality of life initiative; the different realms of quality of life include physical, mental, social and spiritual factors.

Instead of reinventing the wheel, ageing well can be about maintaining what is working now for you and what has worked before in those specific domains and then adapting those to the appropriate age context.

Looking after mental health is incredibly important during our latter years in life and older age is most commonly the time in which people reach out to mental health workers or a social network.

Grief, dementia and physical, mental or social loss can be the catalyst for seeking out the support and assistance of others and it is in the process of seeking this assistance that people find renewed strength and direction.

In conjunction with seeking advice and emotional support from social networks and support systems, following a plan for ageing well emotionally can also involve taking a psychotherapeutic approach through cognitive behavioral therapy.

Getting out and about, staying active, having good hygiene and fitness as well as following regular sleeping patterns are all related to this.

Asking the existential questions in life, such as: “Who am I? Where am I going? What do I want from my life?” also benefits people’s emotional health and understanding of themselves, as does seeking out the guidance of spiritualists who are open to different denominations and people.

In conclusion Life is what you make it. Plan for tomorrow, live for today and seek out the support of any of the following organisations to guide you as you age well physically, emotionally and spiritually throughout life.

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Health Services

Unichem Waipukurau Charles and Shelley returned to Central Hawke’s Bay some years ago to raise their children and to give back to the community that Charles grew up in.

As a locally owned pharmacy, Charles and our team live in the community and are invested in ensuring that the community is looked after.

As part of this focus the opportunity to purpose build a pharmacy came up and the planning began.

With the aim of future-proofing the pharmacy for the community for the future, the plans include three consulting rooms, a space for an audiologist and ear nurse to operate from, a waiting area, as well as providing a space big enough that no matter how you get here, there is space for the pram, walker or even scooter!

At Unichem Waipukurau our focus is on making sure that the care and advice that you receive is outstanding.

Our team of friendly caring professionals are fully trained and can provide you with the advice and information that you need.

They are also specialist trained in all pharmacy services including: • Vaccinations (both in the pharmacy and in the community).

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Lifestyles

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2. Mixing it up Mix, whisk, knead and fold with ease – the new kMix stand mixer from Kenwood is the ultimate kitchen companion. With 1000W of planetary mix action, the mixer maintains speed and power, even under heavy loads allowing you to focus on being creative in the kitchen. Available in four colours: Rose Gold, Chrome, Black Chrome and Yellow Gold.

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5. EMU Re-Trouvé High Back Chair Inspired by mid-century modern design, the EMU Re-Trouvé High Back Chair can easily mix and match from tons of bright colours for the effect you desire.

This piece will induce a bit of retro charm and nostalgia into an otherwise modern home.

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Wellbeing

A healthyheadspace It is a topic that remained dormant in our society for many years. Silent whispers were exchanged behind closed doors, but the taboo stigma of the subject meant cries for help were ignored or never voiced.

Today, thankfully, the subject of mental health is embraced by society.

Campaigns, organisations and the media seek to educate and create public awareness and understanding about the importance of maintaining mental health.

What is mental health and how do we define it?

The World Health Organisation says, “Mental Health refers to a broad array of activities directly or indirectly related to the mental wellbeing component and includes – a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing, and not merely the absence of disease”.

Embracing life at any age For older citizens, mental health can still be a difficult subject to broach as old fears or memories attached to dated mental health care and stigmas resurface, making it difficult for them to express their concern.

But with people progressively living longer in life, it is becoming increasingly important to look after our mental health because we are seeing retirees living for another 20 or 30 years after they cross the retirement threshold.

Mental health care starts with keeping in touch with those who provide our physical health care.

Be ready to say to your doctor you would like to spend more than the usual 10 minutes allotted so you can address any emotional issues with them.

Simple strategies like taking notice of what is around you, learning new things, being physically and mentally active and even smiling are all important for mental health.

Nutrition and exercise also contribute to healthy bodies and general practitioners can suggest where to get advice on healthy eating.

As we grow older, our mental health may be something we become more consciously aware of.

Maintaining dental care and having regular hearing and vision checks is also important as well as attending podiatry consultations.

Life’s little distractions, in the form of domestic duties, employment and an active social calendar may no longer demand as much of our time and therefore we are left to ponder a new direction.

A significant part of being mentally well is also about nourishing our spirit.

And while this is not always the case, the transition into retirement can mark the beginning of a new era, in which we are offered back the independence we exchanged earlier on in life for the responsibilities attached to family and work.

Whether or not this is associated with a religious order, it is another factor that can make us less vulnerable to depression. Music, painting, poetry and other forms of art fill a need in many people’s lives.

For some, there is a feeling of peace and happiness in working in a garden or walking on a deserted beach.

The liberties attached to this recovered freedom can open new doors and present fresh opportunities, but they can also leave us feeling somewhat lost and overwhelmed.

We do not stop growing as we age and it is up to us to recognise and seek out the people and activities that help us grow more vigorously and with greater joy.

It is at these times that our mental health may potentially suffer and we need to look at ways in which we can mitigate such feelings of loss or uncertainty.

Social support from friends, family and medical experts can all provide a buffer against mental illnesses like depression and having a support system in place can offer a sense of security and belonging.

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Wellbeing

Seven ways to improve your self-discipline

Finding success – be it professionally or personally – requires discipline. This is the actual personal disciplines of self-control, correctness, values, ethics, courage, character and purpose.

Personal discipline is the path to improving our own performance.

Self-discipline develops self-control and character, resulting in an orderly and efficient work and home life. It is discipline, not just desire, which determines success.

Discipline is necessary to set and achieve goals. If we have the discipline to do, to act, to listen and to constantly seek ways to improve, we will achieve far greater success in our lives.

Focused goal setting on results you really want to achieve is the key.

Achieving your clarified and specific goals through being disciplined will give you a more orderly, confident and stress-free work life.

As a bonus, productivity will improve and you will also demonstrate a positive impact on others. Attitudes are caught, not taught!

7 steps to developing discipline in your work life 1

Determine and prioritise your work goals. Know what you want to achieve. Write it down. Be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timely.

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List your reasons for the goal. What am I doing and why am I doing this? What will I possibly gain from achieving this goal?

Why is it important?

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Identify any issues or obstacles. Anticipate road blocks that might work against you.

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Develop new behaviours. Put in place new behaviours such as using your Outlook as a contact planner. Drink plenty of water every day. Practise reflection.

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Have courage – courage to commit to the goals and their achievement.

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Be ethical. Treat others as you want to be treated. Use strength based language. Praise publicly and criticise privately.

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Stay focussed. Read and review your goals daily. Don’t be despondent if you miss one or two. Just reset them and refocus.

Don’t give up! Be persistent and diligent.

The price of discipline is always less than the pain of regret.

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Self-Improvement

Maintaining your motivation

By Claire Wright

Staying motivated in your daily life can be tough even when you’re having a good time.

Balancing work, relationships and social obligations, as well as your personal goals, can be a daunting task.

Combine that with the wonders of the internet and Netflix at your fingers, and it’s a wonder that anything gets done.

Before delving into how to stay motivated and focused, it’s important to note that you as a person are not defined by your productivity or how well you accomplish your personal goals.

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Self-Improvement Everyone is worthy of existing and taking a break. Breathing room and giving yourself rest and recreation is one way to stay your most motivated.

At the end of the day when you close your eyes, where do you want to be?

What do you want to do with your time here?

These questions are hard to think about, but keeping them near the front of your mind will help guide you in the direction of how you want to live your life.

Whether you want to further your career or you want to dive headfirst into your hobby, you want to make sure you’re not filled with regret when you near life’s finish line.

Base goals on what you want, not on what you think you should want

For example, if you want to start playing the piano, start out with the goal that you’ll learn a few chords to start with. That way they can add up, and when you look back, you’ll see you actually accomplished a lot.

Share your goal with others Share what you’re doing with a few loved ones to keep yourself accountable. Telling them you’re starting your novel is one way to make it a tangible thing – by saying you’re going to do something, you have already put the wheels into motion.

That way, they can also check in with you and keep you motivated.

Positive reinforcement always trumps negative reinforcement.

Often times, our loved ones pressure you into goals that aren’t necessarily what we want. You have to make sure that the goal that you set for yourself is one that you want to attain.

Just because your grandad always wanted you to be a doctor doesn’t mean you have to be.

If you’re going to spend all this energy going after something, make sure it’s something you want, that’ll make you fulfilled and happy.

Break down your goal into manageable tasks When you look at what you want to accomplish, sometimes the whole idea can seem insurmountable. However, nothing is ever built overnight.

Breaking down what you want to do into smaller tasks with deadlines will help you accomplish them since they won’t feel so unachievable.

Look to others that do what you love Seeing the skill and artistry others have accomplished is a great way to stay hungry for your goal and give you something to strive for.

For example, if you want to start roller skating, viewing YouTube videos of people doing different styles of roller skating you’re interested in – jam skating, skate park skating or roller derby – can motivate you to work harder.

Be careful not to compare yourself to others. Everyone works at their own pace, and just because you’re not at someone else’s level yet doesn’t mean you’re bad at what you do. Keep at it!

At the end of the day, we all want to live a life we can be proud of. Taking tangible steps, even small ones, towards the life we want is a sure-fire way to be more satisfied with our place on earth.

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Self-Improvement

10 Even the most optimistic people can use a mood boost every once in a while.

Taking an extra moment for yourself will make your day brighter and give you a healthier outlook on life.

Here are 10 simple ways you can bring a little happiness into your life right now: 1 Go for a walk Just a little bit of exercise can boost your mood and give you a fresh perspective on problems that have been bothering you.

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2 Give it a rest Ditch late-night screen time and head to bed earlier. Increasing your amount of sleep can reduce your stress level and leave you feeling energised to tackle your day when you wake up.

3 Thank someone Acknowledge something that someone has done for you and send a note or a small bouquet of flowers. You’ll put a smile on their face and yours.

4 Compliment a stranger Tell someone that you like something that they have and you’re guaranteed to brighten their day. Seeing good things in others will help you start to see good things in yourself.

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Self-Improvement

boost your mood 5 Plan a vacation

8 Wear your favourite colour

Getting bogged down with our daily routines can send us into a rut, causing us to look at things negatively. Booking a trip near or far away will give you something to look forward to, and the break from your normal routine will help you to see your life a little more clearly.

Have a passion for red? Love cool blues? Wear your favourite colour and you’ll walk a little taller and smile throughout the day.

6 Buy something silly

Boost your confidence by completing a particularly hard crossword or Sudoku puzzle. Maximising your brain power and doing something challenging will help you to have a more confident outlook on life.

After all, laughter is the best medicine. Pick up something that makes you laugh like a funny picture, book, magazine, or a movie. Giving yourself time to laugh boosts feel-good endorphins.

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10 Model behaviour Take a photo of yourself doing something you enjoy, like roller skating, skiing, swimming, playing an instrument, or being with friends and family.

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100 Years of Caring First established in Hastings in 1921, Royston Hospital has a rich history of caring for people across Hawke’s Bay. Over the past 100 years Royston has seen many changes; from its original two storied hospital on the corner of Avenue Road and King Street which was destroyed in the 1931 earthquake to a temporary field hospital at the Hawke’s Bay Racecourse and later that year to its current hospital site on Southland Road, Hastings.

After 90 years of developments and expansions, Royston Hospital continues to be the number one provider of private surgical healthcare services in Hawke’s Bay. Denise Primrose, General Manager at Royston Hospital is proud to be leading the hospital through its centenary year. “At Royston, we proudly provide continuing excellence in the health and wellbeing of all people in our care. We continue to expand and develop services at our hospital for our Hawke’s Bay community with additional theatre capacity and expanded admissions and post surgery care areas due for completion before Christmas.”

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Healthy Living

A diet to desire

– Eating to stay healthy

An apple a day keeps the doctor away – it’s an old saying, but there is more than a hint of truth in it.

What you eat has a huge impact on your ability to fight off bugs and infections during the winter months.

Older people and children need to pay special attention to what they eat during the winter, as they are particularly vulnerable. However, quality, availability and variety of fresh food can be an issue in winter.

Keep eating vegetables and fruit The recommended intake for vegetables and fruit is five servings a day (three vegetables and two fruit).

These vital foods provide us with heaps of vitamins and fibre, as well as antioxidants and phytochemicals which have anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties.

To keep your meals affordable, look for vegetables that are in season. Great winter vegetables include carrots, cabbage, cauliflower, pumpkin, yams, kumara and broccoli.

Frozen and canned vegetables and fruit can also be great alternatives to fresh food during the winter, so keep plenty on hand. Look for those with no added sugar or salt where possible.

In cold weather, people can be less inclined to eat salads or raw fruit, but there are some cheap and simple steps you can take to make sure you keep your vitamin and mineral uptake up even during these months.

Cook comforting winter casseroles

Start the day with breakfast

Look to invest in a slow cooker – cheaper cuts of meat work well when cooked slowly and there is nothing to rival the smell of a home cooked casserole as you walk through the door at the end of the day.

To get your energy levels up in the morning it is vital to have a good breakfast. Great ideas for warming winter breakfasts include baked beans or a poached egg on toast, a simple veggie omelette, or porridge with fresh, dried, stewed or canned fruit.

If using canned fruit, try to buy fruit in its own juice rather than syrup, and try to keep additional sugar to a minimum if you stew your own fruit.

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Soup, soup, soup!

Soup is the ultimate ‘meal in a bowl’. Choose a favourite recipe and make a big batch over the weekend, then freeze individual portions for lunches during the week. Look to spice up traditional recipes by adding lentils, small pasta or pearl barley – they will give great texture and flavour to your dish, as well as making it go further. Pureed or textured, there is nothing more comforting than a steaming bowl of soup served with crusty bread, pita bread or toast.

Curried Kumara Soup 1 tsp oil 2 medium onions, peeled and chopped 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tbsp curry powder or red curry paste 2 medium orange kumara, peeled and chopped 4 cups chicken stock 2/3 cup evaporated milk Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add onion and garlic and stir over a medium heat until the onion softens. Add curry powder or red curry paste and cook for a further 1-2 minutes.

Add kumara and chicken stock and simmer for 10 minutes or until the kumara is soft. Puree the mixture, add evaporated milk and heat through without bringing to the boil. Adjust the seasonings to taste.

Serving suggestion: serve sprinkled with chopped fresh coriander or parsley.

Easy Minestrone Soup ¾ cup (135g) pasta spirals or shells 1 large onion, peeled and chopped 6 cups chicken stock 1 x 500ml jar tomato pasta sauce ½ tsp dried oregano 1 tbsp sugar 1 cup pumpkin, peeled and chopped 1 large potato, peeled and chopped 1 large carrot, scrubbed and chopped 1 cup frozen peas, thawed 1 x 425g 4 bean mix, or red kidney beans (drained) 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Combine pasta, onion, chicken stock, pasta sauce, oregano, sugar, pumpkin, potato and carrot in a saucepan. Boil uncovered for 15 minutes.

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Behaviour

Sizing you up

Eight things people use to judge you The human brain is hardwired to judge. This survival mechanism makes it very hard to meet someone without evaluating and interpreting their behaviour.

While we tend to think that our judgments are based on the content of conversations and other obvious behaviours, the research says otherwise.

In fact, the majority of our judgments are focused on smaller, subtler things, such as handshakes and body language. We often form complete opinions about people based solely on these behaviours.

in you is a strong personality indicator. People who only talk about themselves tend to be loud, self-absorbed ‘takers’. People who only ask questions and share little about themselves are usually quiet, humble ‘givers’. Those who strike a nice balance of give-and-take are reciprocators and good conversationalists.

Your handshake - It’s common for people to associate a weak

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handshake with a lack of confidence and an overall lackadaisical attitude. A firm handshake is associated with being less shy, less neurotic and more extroverted

How often you check your phone - There’s nothing more

Tardiness - Showing up late leads people to think that you lack respect

and service people, is so indicative of your makeup that it has become a widely used way to assess someone’s personality.

frustrating than someone pulling out their phone mid-conversation. Doing so conveys a lack of respect, attention, listening skills, and willpower.

and tend to procrastinate, as well as being lazy or disinterested.

Repetitive, nervous habits - Touching your nails or face or

to relate your handwriting to your personality. Bottom line – the research is inconclusive at best when it comes to handwriting and personality.

picking at your skin typically indicates that you’re nervous, overwhelmed, and not in control. Research suggests these nervous habits are indicative of a perfectionistic personality, and that perfectionists are more likely to engage in these habits when they’re frustrated or bored.

How long you take to ask questions - Ever had a

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Handwriting - There are all manner of false stereotypes attempting

Eye contact - The key to eye contact is balance. While it’s important to

maintain eye contact, doing so 100 percent of the time is perceived as aggressive and creepy. At the same time, if you only maintain eye contact for a small portion of the conversation, you’ll come across as disinterested, shy, or embarrassed.

Maintaining eye contact for roughly 60 percent of a conversation strikes the right balance and makes you come across as interested, friendly, and trustworthy.

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Society

Battling ageism

While we are progressively moving towards being a more engaging and accepting society, the existence of certain prejudices within our communities continues to threaten social equality and stifle the opportunity for an egalitarian environment.

Discrimination towards marginalised groups, subcultures and identities within society is not new. And while social acceptance is growing and playing its role as a social moderator in New Zealand, as a collective and united body of people we are yet to address and defeat an age-old discrimination.

An age-old issue

democratic society, the environments in which ageism is manifested, are a catalyst for further inequality.

Ageism can manifest itself in many ways. Sometimes its direct and other times its through ignorance and throwaway comments.

Intentional or not, such comments can be hurtful. However, New Zealanders can address this issue, stop it in its tracks, and uphold the rights of the elderly – this must be everyone’s central concern.

Studying society There have been various studies conducted to address and measure the presence of ageist attitudes within society. A 2006 research report commissioned by the New Zealand Rights Commission was undertaken by University of Auckland business school professor Marie Wilson and student Jordan Kan. Wilson and Kan attested that age-based stereotypes distort employment markets and affect perception about the employability, skills and competency of older works.

To legitimise the validity of this admission, Wilson and Kan conducted a field experiment where simulation and interviews were used to “assess the selection process from multiple perspectives and enable a thorough consideration of both the process and outcome of recruitment and selection decisions”.

In the workplace, on the street or in our social institutions, ageism is ubiquitous.

Young and older candidates were included in this study and the subsequent results were summarised in a report, Barriers to entry for the older worker.

This report confirmed that younger workers were perceived by employers as being more suitable candidates for employment opportunities although older people had a plethora of unique skills to offer.

In the most obvious sense, ostracising someone because of their age is a breach of the basic rights which should be afforded to all members of a

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Intentional or not, such comments can be hurtful. However, New Zealanders can address this issue, stop it in its tracks, and uphold the rights of the elderly – this must be everyone’s central concern.

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The assumptions behind age-based discrimination are largely false as well; older workers are not less adaptable, often possess rare and complex intellectual capital, provide longer and more reliable service to their employers and have fewer accidents, injuries and occasion fewer workplaces losses than their younger and often more expensive colleagues.”

Addressing ageism While ageism is on the social issues radar, prevalence is hard to determine as victims of age-based discrimination may not articulate their concerns; meaning it is difficult to develop a definitive understanding about the scale of the issue.

When people are committing ageism, many of these offences can be readily identified by listening to general conversation as they are often quite overt acts.

Once identified, ageism can be dealt with through education. Victims of ageism can also seek out support on their own accord through organisations like Age Concern.

Age Concern focuses on advancing positive ageing and the wellbeing of older people. The organisation endeavours to assist older people who are subjected to ageist attitudes.

Addressing and eradicating ageist ideologies is not just about reducing inequality. The wealth of experience and skills possessed by the elderly often go unrecognised although they are invaluable to the betterment of society.

It is on the moral conscience of our nation to address this problem through understanding and support.

If you or anyone you know is a victim of ageism you can contact Age Concern by logging on to www.ageconcern.org.nz. This website contains a list of regional office numbers you can ring. Alternatively, talk to a friend or family member who can help you address this issue.

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Health Services

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Dentons Peak Pharmacy is dedicated to providing quality healthcare to our local community in a caring, friendly and professional manner.

We are conveniently located in the Village Medical centre in Havelock North and have a highly experienced team of qualified pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and retail assistants.

We are well equipped to advise you on vitamins, prescription queries and other healthcare needs. Have a chat to Debbie or Sue in the shop who will go the extra mile to search for that specific product you require.

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We also provide services for men’s and women’s health, as well as additional products for all of your beauty needs.

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Money Matters

Being wise with money At some stage in our lives, we have each experienced the pitfalls of living outside our financial means.

Material desire, impulsive indulgence and a lack of ability to differentiate between ‘want’ and ‘need’ can blind our better judgement. Or, quite simply, unexpected bills and expenses can blow the budget.

As we get older, budgeting and saving for our future is imperative as is a regular renegotiation of financial priorities and preparation for potential losses of income.

It’s about investing in the future you.

The value of wisdom While money is the universal form of currency, wisdom is of equal value, because being rich in savings is inconsequential to the security of your future if you are not rich in the financial wisdom you require to ration those savings.

Financial fortune, like life, is subject to change and forgetting that this change is an inevitable part of human existence, can set you up for a financial fall you may not recover from.

We only need to look at the pandemic and its effects on the global economy to realise the unpredictable nature of finance, savings and investment.

Finance at every age In acknowledgement of the average retirement age in New Zealand, we generally classify the elderly as 65 and older.

But in fact, there are three generations within the 65 to 95-plus demographic.

Being wise with money involves recognising which generation of this wider category you fall into and what respective financial needs or obligations you may have.

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satisfied life in retirement, there are still important factors to consider when being wise with money.

Many elderly people in retirement have no chance of increasing their income and cannot be sure of how long they are going to live or what might happen in between.

Get Sorted Establishing relevant financial boundaries is about formulating strategies for protecting yourself and your money. Recognising the importance of a legitimate and age-appropriate investment is also imperative to avoid financial downfall.

For example, if you rely heavily on your superannuation or a small investment, the more conservative you need to be. Generally, if something is high interest it is generally high risk.

In the ‘life stages’ section of the Retirement Commission’s online initiative the Sorted website outlines the following goals for 60 plus citizens: • Make some quiet time to set your goals • Be specific and write your goals down • Review goals every six months or annually • When you achieve your goal, celebrate and then set a new one.

Sorted also offers mutiple checklists, suggestions and common assumptions for your consideration as well as updated information on equity release, retirement villages and how best to spend your savings.

For further information on how to be wise with money, visit: www.sorted.org.nz.

Electrical

Goldpower Electrical A leading Hawkes Bay based company specializing in Electrical services and solar solutions.

Your Trusted Registered Electricians, Inspectors and Renewable Energy Suppliers.

Goldpower is Hawke’s Bay locally owned and operated since 2017 specializing in all aspects of electrical and renewable energy’s.

We are a professional team with a focus on customer relations, quality, and performance to ensure we exceed our customers expectations.

We pride ourselves on our workmanship and offer a personal guarantee on all of our work.

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Money Matters

The big turn off Substantial savings can be made from simple strategies.

Although you might not feel you have the time, energy or patience to pursue marginal cost-cutting strategies and techniques, the figures show these marginal strategies can make a significant impact to your energy costs, both at home and at the office.

Tararua’s No.1 Real Estate Team

John Arends Arends Sales Manager Pahiatua 027 444 7380

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Shut down computers – a small but easily managed saving Change light bulbs Avoid late fees and penalties by paying bills on time to assure prompt payment discount Take advantage of lower interest rates on loans if possible Sign up to Skype or Zoom for free video conferencing and save on travel Cut paper use by recycling or re-using misprints for scrap paper Energy efficient vehicles save on fuel, oil and maintenance Turn off any unnecessary appliances at night like that coffee machine Negotiate your office rent – if vacancies are high your landlord may prefer low rent to no rent Don’t offer lower prices straight away – not everyone is price sensitive Keep track of inventory – it saves staff from running over to the nearby overpriced store when they run out of essential items Lock the supply cabinet – it keeps it tidier and staff must request things, inevitably saving money and resources Reduce phone lines and phone features you really don’t need Renegotiate equipment leases, such as getting a smaller photocopier which may be more suited to your business needs, be they at home or in an office.

Dave Frith Sales Manager Dannevirke 027 246 8184

Kerry Sutherland Sales Consultant Dannevirke 027 430 6210

Tania Roebuck Sales Consultant Dannevirke 027 424 0050

Melanie Silver Sales Consultant Dannevirke 021 176 1753

Patrick Baker Sales Consultant Pahiatua/Eketahuna 027 599 8141

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Contact one of our informed professional team members today to discuss the local market and how we can make it work for you.

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Think new chapter, not the end of the story.

When it’s time for a change, make it a great one.

At Summerset, we do everything to ensure our residents lives read like a good book. Where every day is an opportunity to turn a new page and see where their story might take them.

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Your Place

Heat friendly home design Homes can be designed to be naturally warm in winter and cool in summer, if they’re built using passive heating concepts.

The idea behind passive heating is to maximise a home’s ability to absorb and retain the sun’s natural heat to create a more comfortable home and minimise energy bills.

Its aim is to control the temperature and ventilation of a home without the use of appliances that consume energy.

Embrace these simple concepts when you build for a much more comfortable and energy efficient home.

Good passive design includes:

House orientation - Your home should ideally be positioned as far as possible away from neighbouring buildings that might block north sun.

Note that in winter, objects cast shadows up to three times their height, blocking out sun light. It is also important to decide which rooms you want to be the sunniest, typically living spaces are chosen.

Shade protection - Wide eaves are a useful feature to help shade from the harsh sun in summer and provide increased weather protection in winter.

Insulation - Well insulated homes are capable of using the heat from the sun more effectively to retain heat and also slow the flow of heat loss.

Plus it maintains a more constant internal temperature to reduce the need for heating.

Window placement - Larger windows should face the sun to capture the warmth while south-facing windows, which receive minimal sun, should be small to avoid heat loss. All windows should be double glazed as a minimum standard.

Colour consideration - If you live in a cooler environment use dark coloured roofing material to absorb heat, and likewise if you live in a warmer environment use light coloured roofing to reflect the suns rays.

Ventilation - Use window joinery with security catches which allow windows to remain partially open to help ventilate the home and remove condensation.

Draughts - Once a house is well-insulated and appropriately glazed, the biggest potential heat loss is through draughts around windows and doors.

Use weather-stripping and high-quality sealants to reduce air leakage.

Smart storage solutions Stairs - Ever thought of storing items in the stair risers? Or place drawers inside the steps so you can pull them out when you need something? It’s a great way to hide items and a bonus that it adds visual interest to your home.

Furniture - Ottomans, window seats with a lid, sofas with drawers in the bottom, beds with in-built storage, and trunks – These furniture pieces not only work as storage but it adds character.

Find storage in the stairway wall and under the stairway by adding shelves or a shelving unit that can be pulled out from under the stairs.

Closets - Build rows of shelves inside the closet and additionally, add rows of hooks to hold handbags or jewellery on the inside of the door. Hang an overthe-door rack or hook to keep things organised and out of sight.

Ceilings - Overhead storage is not always the most obvious place you would look to store items, but it’s surprisingly suitable. Narrow hallways are ideal and if you don’t mind a bit of DIY, attach shelving onto the ceiling to make the most out of your ceiling space.

Under floor storage - If you’re not looking up, look down. Find storage under the floor boards where you can store everything from precious possessions to jewellery and clothes.

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Walls - Fringe your hallway with shelves or cabinets, particularly if you have a wide hallway. For something creative, add character with a wall decal.

Want to store some books on a shelf? Apply a tree wall decal and attach the shelves high up in the tree.

Remember: look up, look down, look inside and look behind for unused storage solutions around your home.

Life

HomePlus HomePlus is your local home improvement specialists which custom make a range of products for your home.

HomePlus Hawkes Bay has been serving the Hawkes Bay area for over 20 years now and are 100 percent locally owned and operated

by Nick Currie and his team of nine, who have a vast range of experience to help and assist with your next home improvement.

From balustrades, fencing, awnings, louvre roofs and security doors for the exterior, to fly screens, bathrooms, showers and wardrobes for the interior, HomePlus has all you can imagine to take your home improvements to the next level.

We have an extensive range of products for the home under one roof that are custom made to fit your design and style. Whether you are renovating or building a new home, a HomePlus consultant will assist you in both the design and practical considerations of your project and will help you choose the right products.

Because you are buying direct from the manufacturer and plus the benefit of the product being installed by one of our trained installers, the customer gets excellent value for money.

We also offer a free measure and quote as part of our service.

We have a showroom that has a selection of our different products on display where you have an opportunity to try sliding a rollaway flyscreen, view a pull out mirror in our wardrobe display, along with the concealed jewellery drawer, to mention just a few.

So next time you need a product from the HomePlus range, please contact us by email on sales@homehb.co.nz or phone 879-8397 to arrange for an onsite consultation. Our helpful team at Hawke’s Bay is ready to answer any and all questions.

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Home Life For the DIYer, the internet is a hive of information. Websites containing links, videos, pictures or audio of some basic projects can enable you to capitalise on the expertise of others.

For the building project, major stores such as Bunnings Warehouse or Mitre 10 offer online brochures and ‘how to’ guides to simplify the process, and staff are trained in what tools are best for what job.

While just about everything looks good with a paint job, the colour you use, the type of paint needed and the tips and tools necessary to add quality to the job may make the difference between a good job and one that was best before it was started.

Since the 1950s, do-it-yourself or DIY projects have become a growing part of the Kiwi lifestyle. Our number eight wire mentality coupled with a fiercely independent attitude have crafted a DIY culture, and it’s yours for the taking.

DIY home improvements, in particular, involve fixing, renovating or adding to a house without the expense of professional contractors.

Many homeowners may have a basic understanding of how to use common tools and complete general tasks, and for small projects this is often enough because giving your home a spruce up may be as simple as slapping on some paint or throwing up some curtains.

Mini-makeover Remodelling a room can be a big undertaking for the inexperienced DIYer. But even a mini-makeover can be just what you need to spruce up a room or two.

The bedroom is always a good place to start. Often thought to be the sanctuary of the home, it has the ability to refresh your mind, body and soul.

The first thing to do before the mini-makeover of any room is to de-clutter.

The second thing to look at is colour; a powerful tool which can shape moods and emotions and there are many variations of the basic colours.

Some colours are more appropriate for particular rooms within a house and should be treated with care. Blue for example, is a calming, relaxing and healing colour which would be perfect for a bedroom. Yellow known for stimulating mental activity would be great in a study, but its ability to keep our minds switched on means it may not be so favourable in a bedroom.

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Major paint stores such as Resene offer colour consulting services and pamphlets on just about every type of paint job, the tools to use, instruction manuals and what paint system to use on what substrate. Note to self: test pots are always the way to go!

Landscaping advice can be obtained from most leading garden supply stores and magazines such as Home and Garden can prove invaluable when it comes to planning your dream garden.

For the truly passionate, most areas offer DIY classes or more in-depth courses. Community education centres are often a good source, as are local colleges or tertiary institutes. Or you may discover a friend knows how to re-wire a house, or simply has a way with colour consulting, while you are the master of plumbing – and then everyone wins. The best advice is to start simple, get advice and very soon you could have the house of your dreams, for a dream price.

You may prefer to stick to neutral colours. These allow you to jazz up and change the feel of the room with just some new cushions or a throw rug, think deep warm reds cushions in winter or cooling blue or green hues in summer.

When decorating an area, the complementary colours and their variations should be remembered and combined with our main choice of colour by way of soft furnishings and art works.

Changing handles or knobs on furniture is a simple way to update a room.

Keep in mind the ‘era’ or style you want to convey in the room.

For a contemporary look add simple stainless-steel handles, or for a more traditional look consider a more opulent look of fittings.

Maybe you’re not ready for a complete over-haul of your entire house.

But by adding one, some or all of these mini-makeover tips, you can get the fresh, new room you’ve been waiting for, or even just that little pick me up to get you through the winter blues.

Arts & Crafts

JJs Craft Store ‘

JJ’s story began over thirty years ago with two friends who shared a passion for yarn, colour and knitting. Although the partnership didn’t last long, the business continued to grow and after being part of the JJs team since 2003, Jim and I bought the business from Jan when she retired in 2018.

JJ’s has become a one stop fibre art supplies store and even if what you need is not in stock we will try to acquire it for you. The team at JJs love nothing better than sourcing new products or helping select thread and fabric colours for customer’s projects.

Our patchwork fabric section is continually expanding with the Product Development team always coming up with new ideas on how to put the fabric to good use – whether you knew you needed that item or not!

Alongside the DIY supplies, JJ’s runs three regular classes each week – two patchwork and one embroidery, with specialty classes being run throughout the year.

We have found our groups getting bigger since lockdown with more people at home with more time on their hands to complete some of their works in progress or to learn a new skill.

We wanted JJ’s to be a place for people to come and share our passion for colour and crafts, find kindred spirits to share their time and empower themselves to try out new ideas.

We have found customers are looking for support on their craft and life journeys, and it’s a privilege to share part of their journey with them.

We are always considering new ways in which we can grow the business and to this end we are considering adding a small range of dress fabrics as well as a long arm quilter service and would love any feedback from customers.

JJ’s Crafts Located in the heart of Taradale, JJ’s Craft store is filled with colourful fabrics, threads, embroidery and yarn products to help make your craft dreams become your reality.

JJ’s is your one stop shop for all your quilting, patchwork, embroidery and knitting needs with extensive ranges of all fibre art products. We are also a licensed Husqvarna agent.

Opening Hours: Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm • Tuesday : 9am - 8:30pm • Saturday: 10am - 3pm • Closed on Public Holidays

SHOP NOW!

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Home Life

Creating a home office that works for you As working from home is a viable and realistic option for many of us, it makes sense to include a home office or home-based workspace as part of your building, renovation or home upgrade plan.

It’s not really all that long ago as computers started to infiltrate our home lives you might have created your ‘office’ in what was perceived as otherwise ‘wasted’ space under stairs or in cupboards.

Light fittings - The trend for light fittings these days tends to be downlights, however they are not always positioned in the best place for computer screens.

If you are planning to install these, see if you can get LEDs with a wide angle and have one positioned above where you are planning to put your desk, so that light goes onto your screen, not into it. Otherwise, you may need to take up space on your desk and use a desk lamp.

Colour schemes - Walls which are painted a dark colour make a room feel smaller and like they are soaking up the light; this makes the room feel dark, which is not ideal for working in, and if the room has a lot of sunlight, lighter colours can make it feel too bright.

These spaces were fine if all you needed to do was check a few emails (possibly via dial-up!) or briefly logon to look up some information, but they were definitely Head for something which is neutral, warm and feels good to you. You can always not designed for you to be at your desks for long periods of time. increase the colour feel in your workspace with art work.

Usually cramped and deliberately tucked ‘out of the way’ so that you could close the door on ugly computer ware and printers, they were less than ideal for setting Furniture - Many built-in desks in new or newly renovated homes (often seen up an efficient workstation. as a space saver) are frequently built-in too high, and don’t allow for any flexibility of positioning.

As long as we’ve got decent internet access, we can easily work from home – so realistically, with real work to be done, you don’t want to be tucked under the Some beautiful old desks - used as computer desks - are usually designed for stairs or stuck out on the landing! writing, not typing.

There are quite a few things to consider when creating a study or home office Buy a specific computer desk, and if it’s within your budget, preferably one that’s though, and it is well worthwhile doing some planning with your builder/ electrically height adjustable so you can work both sitting and standing. architect, to optimise this space.

A decent office chair is also important and these days, can blend in nicely with the rest of your decor. Look for a chair with good padding, adjustable height and back Things to consider include: angle, and one which is easy to adjust.

Location - Consider which room to use for your office, particularly in terms of the lighting. For instance, to reduce glare and heat from the sun at different times of the day, a room with windows which faces east, north or west will need good light control. The size of the window as well as aspect should be considered.

Computer cabling - Make sure that you’ve allowed for appropriate cabling, particularly if you are likely to have high computer use, or more than one computer in your workspace, either now or in the future.

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In conclusion - Finally, if you’re building a home office, even if you only use it occasionally, make sure to create a space you enjoy being in.

Not only will it look great and function well, getting elements such as the lighting, furniture type and placement right, means that you will also be more productive in what is your very own work space.

It’s your home, and it’s about living, so with a little bit of thought and planning, you can make your office work for you!

Joinery

Fusion Joinery At Fusion we cover all internal joinery and cabinet making attributes.

We can also help in commercial building projects from shop fitouts and hair salons to restaurants and medical facilities. We are proud to support local feel-good projects like LifeBox as well as providing sponsorship to other worthy causes.

Services provided 3D rendering, cabinet installation, cabinet refacing, cabinet refinishing, cabinet repair, cabinet sales, custom bathroom vanities, custom bookshelves, custom built-ins, custom cabinet doors, custom cabinets, custom entertainment units, custom home bars, custom kitchen cabinets, custom pantries, custom shelving, custom walk-in wardrobes, pantry design, vanity installation, and wardrobe design.

One of our past customers came up with a saying for us – “if you can think it, we can do it” We are all local and love to support local – Hawke’s Bay is our home.

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Building

Horns Construction Locally owned and operated, we service the entire Wellington area – Wellington Central, Southern & Eastern Wellington Suburbs, Hutt Valley, Porirua & Kapiti Coast.

We are your specialist team for light industrial, residential and small commercial construction and building projects.

High quality service All of our work is guaranteed and completed to a high standard. Each member of our team is skilled and experienced, and they are committed to providing the highest standards.

Health & safety We make health & safety a priority for our staff, jobs and clients. We continuously review health and safety on-site to ensure we constantly make improvements and updates.

No obligation quotes

All of our work is guaranteed and completed to a high standard.

We can provide no obligation quotes for your job or project, provide you advice and work with you every step of the way to ensure your vision is a reality!

Ben and his team of skilled tradespeople are here to help for any of your building needs.

Experienced & reliable

Whether you are a home owner or large commercial landlord, we are your one stop shop: no job is too big or too small.

Ben and his team of skilled tradespeople are here to help for any of your building needs.

We are your one stop shop – no job is too big or too small.

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Coast Aesthetics

Lise Booth, the face and brain behind Coast Aesthetics in the Hawke’s Bay region

I have over 16 years’ experience in the appearance medicine Industry. Prior to completing my nursing degree and post grad I was a beauty therapist for 10 years.

I was a registered nurse in both the surgical and general practice setting before training to become an appearance medicine nurse six years ago.

I absolutely love my job; for me it’s a huge privilege to work closely with people, to inform and educate about treatment options and provide a safe and professional service for optimal outcomes.

I am passionate about connecting with my clients and finding out what their skin and aging concerns are. I spend as much time as we

need discussing what high quality treatment options are best for each client, with the goal being fresh, natural and youthful results.

Appearance medicine is a genre of nursing that can greatly boost self confidence. I love supporting clients with rejuvenating their natural appearance. What really matters is how we see ourselves – feeling happy with what we see creates self confidence which is an important aspect of wellness.

My clinic setting is private and peaceful, where clients can relax in a comfortable environment. As a registered nurse I work under clinical supervision of Dr Paul Weaver and belong to the professional body of Cosmetic Nurse Injectors NZ. I offer modern cosmetic injectables, antiwrinkle treatments, dermal fillers, Neurajet Skin Booster and cryotherapy (benign skin lesion removal) throughout Napier, Hawke’s Bay, Palmerston North and Dannevirke.

If you have any questions or would like to book an appointment for a complimentary consultation, please contact me on: 027 204 2423 or email me: lise@coastaesthetics.co.nz

Coast Aesthetics offers Modern Cosmetic Injectables, Anti Wrinkle Treatments, Dermal Fillers, Neurajet Plus and Cryotherapy (Benign Skin Lesion Removal) throughout Napier, Hawkes Bay, Palmerston North, and Dannevirke. Professional specialist treatments are performed by qualified Beauty Therapist and Registered Nurse, Lise Booth.

For a complimentary consultation please feel free to contact Lise today.

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Joinery

Toop Aluminium 2020 Ltd Toop Aluminium 2020 Ltd has a long outstanding history within the Hawke’s Bay region with more than 30 years combined experience in aluminum joinery and technical support.

Our team is passionate about windows and doors, offering top quality service along with design, knowledge and innovation in designs of aluminium joinery.

We are suppliers of Fisher Windows and Doors systems, offering a variety of styles, colours and hardware to suit all types of design requirements.

And being licensed Dual Glaze agents we offer replacement of old single glazed glass with new double-glazed glass to provide solutions towards a warmer healthier home.

Our joinery is designed to meet the demands of the New Zealand environment and Kiwi lifestyle. One of our most common suites is Pacific Residential, which offers performance in high wind zones and boasts modern aesthetics and practical functionality. It provides windows and doors fit for purpose, presenting quality solutions and cost-efficient ways to achieve increased indoor/outdoor flow.

The window unit sizes for the Pacific Residential Suite can be up to 2.4mm high and robust sliding panels weighing up to 150kg. It accommodates up to 25mm double glazed unit capacity and has a sleek flush profile.

Need to go bigger? We can do that with our Pacific Architectural suite. This suite is the preferred for larger homes, exhibiting high quality and architecturally design.

Our most common door is the Euroslider. The best feature about the Euroslider is its ease of opening. Unlike traditional sliding doors, the Euroslider has no lower channels or cavities to collect unsightly dirt and debris and thanks to the chevron shaped track and wheels, this makes opening the door almost effortless.

Toop Aluminum 2020 Ltd proudly has a passionate sales team who work closely with customers to provide the joinery they want and need for their home. We pride ourselves in coming up with solutions and designs for all aluminium joinery needs.

CREATORS OF THE ORIGINAL RANCHSLIDER

We have over 30 years of combined knowledge and experience in manufacturing of Aluminium Windows and Doors from renovations through to high end commercial products.

Our Windows and Doors are designed to make the most of what comes naturally, seeking to make the best use of light and the natural environment, while also providing the practical benefits of lower maintenance, longer life and better security.

Call in and see the team for your free measure and quote.

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Flooring Solutions

NAPIER - HASTINGS, MOBILE CARPET AND VINYL SALES AND INSTALLATION SERVICE With many years experience in the carpet and vinyl industry we have the knowledge to ensure you receive a job well done. Our team of expert installers will work with you to determine the best possible outcome for your needs. And not just at install, in our aftercare too.

Installation and repairs

Domestic and commercial carpet Renovations and rental properties • All floor preparations Carpet repairs and vinyl repairs • Carpet restretching Experienced and qualified installers

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Carpet retailers • Vinyl retailers Quality New Zealand made products Carpet and vinyl remnants • Carpet tiles Thorough examination of your floor requirements Second to none service and after care

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Destinations

The 10 most expensive countries to get sick in

Kiwis love to travel, but far-flung and exotic destination hopping isn’t all beer and skittles, because when things go wrong when you’re travelling, they can go very wrong and be very expensive – particularly when medical costs are involved.

The top 10 most expensive countries are: 1. USA 2. Australia 3. Italy 4. Israel

Southern Cross Travel Insurance has revealed the 10 most expensive countries to which New Zealand travellers go, measured by the cost of medical-related insurance claims.

5. United Kingdom

USA, Australia and Italy top the list for the highest claim costs, with Israel, the UK and China following close behind. Indonesia, Canada, Spain and Thailand round out the list, according to data collected.

7. Indonesia

The largest claim was for $370,000 by an insured customer who fell ill on a cruise ship in the USA and had to be transferred to hospital. The 77-year-old was diagnosed with congestive heart failure and underwent surgery to replace an aortic valve.

Southern Cross Travel Insurance chief executive, Chris White, says that while no traveller expects to be the one who gets sick overseas and needs extensive medical treatment, the reality is that this can happen to anyone, regardless of how fit and healthy they are.

“Medical incidents occurring on holidays are extremely stressful due to the compounding factors of being away from a familiar home environment, not speaking the language, and not knowing the local healthcare system.

“We know that when we take away the worry of managing hospital arrangements, medical costs and payment uncertainty, it can really help to reduce stress for travellers and their families.”

It is important that customers disclosed any pre-existing conditions and if they were unsure, to contact their travel insurer for advice, Chris says.

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6. China 8. Canada 9. Spain 10. Thailand

“Travel claims are rarely isolated to the costs associated with being ill and receiving treatment. Some of the highest claims we receive are for tourists requiring extended accommodation for recovery, or medically-assisted travel back home.

“The knowledge that these extra costs can be covered by travel insurance is a huge relief to travellers suffering away from home.”

In another case, a 68-year-old New Zealander was flown home from Australia after treatment for a spinal abscess, which resulted in a total claim for $14,670.

Meanwhile, in Italy, a 70-year-old cruise ship passenger made a claim for $123,764 after falling ill and being transferred to hospital for bowel surgery.

Super Swim

Community

Initiative

The reduction of entry prices for senior swimmers to the Aquatics Hastings Pools in Clive and Flaxmere has been hugely successful since its launch.

The special offer first became available for swimmers to the Napier Aquatic Centre in 2018 thanks to the generous financial support of Texas-based couple Phil Krueger and Judy Newman, who call the city their second home, visiting the city every summer.

A local benefactor, the Colgan Foundation, saw what Phil and Judy had done and wanted to do something similar, and because Napier was already covered, approached Hastings District Council so more seniors could get the chance to enjoy a dip, keep fit and socialise.

ongoing health, wellbeing, independence and quality of life for Hawke’s Bay’s growing population of older people.

“Water is the perfect medium for this through swimming, water walking or other water-based activities.

“We also know that for many seniors affordability is an issue, so if we can reduce costs one of the key barriers is minimised.”

For more info, visit www.aquaticshastings.co.nz

From October 2020, the “Super Swim” $1 entry price has been offered at both Flaxmere Pool and Clive War Memorial Pool – a discounted price for SuperGold cardholders from the normal fee of $3.50.

Clive War Memorial Pool 15 Farndon Road, Clive Phone: 06 870 0492 Email: swimmingclive@hdc.govt.nz

Hastings District Council acting aquatics manager, Peran Hutchings said keeping up a good level of physical activity was critical for

Flaxmere Pool Swansea Road, Flaxmere Phone: 06 879 7676 Email: flaxmerepool@hdc.govt.nz

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Transportation

Hawkes Bay Combined Taxis Limited Hawke Bay Combined Taxis Limited was previously known as Napier Taxis Limited and was established in 1935.

Hawkes Bay Combined Taxis Limited currently maintains a market share of around 70 percent of all taxi related services in the Hawke’s Bay region. They are Hawke’s Bays largest taxi fleet and complete around 17,000 rides every month.

Hawkes Bay Combined Taxis has a fleet of forty late model vehicles which includes several Total Mobility Hoist Vans for all wheelchair requirements. All drivers have first aid certification and are NZQA accredited to provide a high standard of customer care. All vehicles are regularly checked and maintained to ensure safety.

The total mobility vehicles offer a door-to-door service and assists customers where its help is needed.

The vans can carry wheelchairs and passengers and can also transport mobility vehicles and cloud chairs. These vehicles are also available for charter hire for outings on an hourly rate and prebooking’s are available.

Locally, Hawkes Bay Combined Taxis (Napier Taxis) has remained the industry leader throughout its almost 90-year history. They are committed to maintaining this lead by adopting the latest technology to benefit not only its customers journey, but to improve their service and ease of access.

Hawkes Bay Combined Taxis were the first in the region to install computerised GPS dispatch facilities, and continues to provide a 24-hour service, provides mobile Eftpos and credit card terminals in all vehicles and is about to launch a new App being “Zoomy” to make booking a taxi even easier and hassle free and cheaper.

All vehicles are late model, and all drivers are in uniform, additionally we do offer a meet and greet service at the Hawkes Bay Airport on your arrival for no extra charge.

For further enquiries contact: admin@hbcombinedtaxis.co.nz

Servicing Napier, Hastings, Havelock North and outlying areas.

Hawkes Bay Combined Taxis is the region’s largest taxi company with a history going back to the 1930s and involvement in the recovery effort after the 1931 earthquake.

Your Complete Transport solution in Hawkes Bay

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Late Model Cars Mobility and 10 Seater Vans Uniformed Drivers State of the art Dispatching System Credit Card and eftpos in all Cars General Taxi Transport requirements Tours / Sightseeing / Wine Trails Airport Meet and Greets Account facilities on application Dial a Driver: To drive you and your vehicle home safely.

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Arts & Crafts

Ready, steady, knit!

by Maree Buscke

Wool, not just Merino, has developed a long way since the days of the itchy jumpers we wore in the seventies. New manufacturing techniques have meant wool is softer and easier to wear than ever before. Wool is warm, even when wet, and can be easily blended with other fibres like alpaca, possum, silk, angora, cashmere to create delicious yarns to make a variety of projects.

The Covid lockdowns have seen a boom in people taking up crafts, especially knitting. It’s never been easier to start a yarn craft with online communities, YouTube, Ravelry and social media connecting crafters to inspire, support and enable.

Take time to research a project and get a pattern that fits your skill set. Ravelry.com is one of the best online sources of patterns for both knitting and crochet and is easy to navigate, but don’t discount your local library. Knit & crochet book publications have soared, so the library is a very cost-effective way to get inspired.

Here’s some of my advice in navigating your way around yarns for your next project, especially if you are picking up the needles for the first time, or the first time in a very long time.

Lastly – Don’t be afraid to break the rules! Some of the most amazing projects I have seen are from those who aren’t afraid.

Go crazy with colour, size, and fibre.

Natural fibres, especially wool, is now trending. Knitters are returning back to wool especially as their preferred medium.

Maree is the Manager of Skeinz in Onekawa and founder of the Knit August Nights Knit Event held in Ahuriri each August.

Need to learn a new stitch or technique? No worries, that’s what stores like Skeinz are here for, offering that personalised service, but if you want help, fast – then everything you could possibly need is at your fingertips on YouTube.

The Best Yarns from Home and Abroad Natural fibre yarns at the very best prices made by our Napier based mill as well the best from around NZ and the world.

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Window Coverings

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We are the trusted supplier of Kresta New Zealand.

The Kresta group has been retailing blinds, curtains, shutters and awnings for over 40 years and they are now the largest window coverings retailer in New Zealand and Australia.

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Optometry

Swain and Matthews Optometrists Swain and Matthews Optometrists are part of a third generation family-owned business and New Zealand’s largest independent optometry group.

optical care solution. We take a highly personalised approach to caring for our customers’ clinical needs and helping them to choose frames that celebrate their personality.

We hand-pick our eyewear collection from independent, low-volume frame-makers the world over. You won’t see our frames everywhere – in fact we like to think that we have one of the best eyewear collections in Napier that will suit most people and most budgets.

It was founded in Nelson by optometrist Bill Matthews in 1957, who believed strongly in providing the very best clinical care to people and their communities. Now 64 years later and still going strong, we have 16 practices nationwide. Overtime we’ve grown by inviting new independent optometrists to join our family. That way we’re big enough to offer the best technology and clinical expertise and small enough to keep the personal and local feel of a family run business that our customers know and love.

We’re on a mission to provide the best eyecare for New Zealanders. Swain and Matthews’ customers are glass-half full people who want the best out of life. We think each customer is a one-off and deserves their own

Nothing gives our Swain and Matthews team more joy than when our passion for eyecare results in happy customers. Whether you are buying glasses for the first time or you have been wearing glasses all your life we will treat you as an individual and find the perfect outcome for you.

As you age your lifestyle, hobbies and independence shouldn’t be compromised by your eyesight.

Come into our Hastings Street practice and experience the difference.

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Plumbing & Gas

East Coast

Plumbing & Gas

The future looks bright for East Coast Plumbing & Gas as Sean Patrick, Emma Davis and their team are preparing for a busy winter.

Giving you more value, with gas

Since Covid, they have been as busy as ever, with clients organising their heating and plumbing needs. Experts in gas, plumbing, drainage and heating solutions, East Coast Plumbing and Gas are members of the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board and Master Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers NZ Inc.

Having an expert on the job means you get great advice as well as a qualified plumber delivering a high quality service. East Coast Plumbing & Gas works closely with suppliers and have access to the latest designs and technology.

Sean completed a full apprenticeship in England and has been in the trade since he left school 35 years ago, so plumbing and gas fitting are second nature to him. He can certainly help you get the most from your gas!

From the United Kingdom to Taranaki and now to Hawke’s Bay, Sean and Emma have been based in Hastings for five years, first starting off with a van and concentrating on plumbing and gas repairs. Now with a staff of nine, they cover a wide range of services from gas heating installations, repairing gas and diesel heating systems, water filter installations, drainage solutions, replacement cylinders, new build designing, spec’ing, quoting and general plumbing.

How do you get more value from the money you invest in your home?

For the team at East Coast Plumbing & Gas, the answer is simple. Choose the right appliances, get them installed properly, and take care of them.

Trust the experts

“We make it easier to heat your hot water and your home.”

Explore more by visiting their showroom at 308 Albert Street, Hastings.

Choose the best, then look after it

When you’ve invested in the right appliance for your home, you don’t want to replace it any time soon.

New showroom

Looking after your investment isn’t only about the correct installation first time – it’s also about regular servicing. That can save you from the cost and inconvenience of things going wrong.

“Come and check our new heating showroom, view the large selection of stand-alone gas fires as well as gas central heating,” Sean says.

East Coast Plumbing & Gas advises: • cookers and hobs – every five years • gas boilers – every 12 months • hot water units, fires and heaters – every two years.

Their new heating showroom was ready to open last year and then came Covid, so finally they are able to welcome the public.

Being a Rinnai-approved showroom, they have a great choice of gas fires for all applications.

Renovating or building?

If you are building a new home or making renovations, one of the services offered by East Coast Plumbing and Gas is a heating consultation. Sean will sit down with you, discuss and advise, then draw up a design and quote based on what he would recommend would work best for the situation.

An importance on training

Having been awarded the 2021 training leader of the year award at the Master Plumbers NZ Plumbing conference, Sean believes education and support for new apprentices joining the industry is a top priority.

In-house training for all staff whether an apprentice or fully qualified is at the top of his list, and time is put aside weekly to make sure his staff are always learning and keeping up with anything new in the industry.

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Looking ahead

East Coast Plumbing & Gas are focused on delivering you the best solutions today and tomorrow. They focus on quality so you can enjoy value from your investment for years to come.

Sean says, “We support Aotearoa’s drive towards a zero carbon future, and we’re looking forward to innovative new zero-emission gases such as hydrogen gas and biogas. Whatever new options the future brings, East Coast Plumbing & Gas will be your experts fitting the best into homes across Hawke’s Bay. “We turn up at a job when we say we will, we don’t cut corners, we do a thorough, quality and honest job at a fair price.”

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Top tips for online shopping

click. Whether on a computer or mobile phone, it’s important to make Getting a little retail therapy fix or sorting the URL begins with “https” before credit card information Christmas and birthday presents with a simple sure is entered. The “https” confirms the site is secure. ‘click’ can be brilliantly simple, efficient and fun – but there’s a fair amount of ‘buyer beware’ 3. Unbelievable deals when it comes to online shopping.

Beware of online ads promising free products or extremely large Yes, the fastest and easiest way to score a great deal may be online, but shopping on your computer, tablet or smartphone also creates opportunities for cybercriminals to attack.

discounts. Consumers should download free link scanning software, which prevents online users from going to sites designed to steal financial and other personal information, before starting their holiday shopping.

AVG security advisor Michael McKinnon says online holiday shopping is a prime time for hackers to re-route funds, steal personal information and trick consumers into online scams.

4. Keep kids savvy

“We want to remind consumers to be smart and stay safe, and ensure their computers and mobile devices are properly protected with anti-virus software.”

So here are five top tips from AVG to protect against malware attacks and identity theft during the holiday season, and also for any other time of the year.

1. Be a scrooge to public wi-fi Anyone can download software that steals your information from public networks. Online gift shoppers should wait until they’re home or on a secure network and avoid public Wi-Fi networks when sharing financial or sensitive data.

2. Naughty or nice? Check the URL twice Mobile devices come with super small screens that don’t show the full web address. Hackers may add to the end of URL addresses which will lead shoppers to corrupt sites. Consumers should check before they

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Most adults know they’re not the only ones on the family computer – kids are online too, surfing stores’ websites to create their holiday wish list. A recent study conducted on behalf of AVG found that the online activity of most 10-13 year-old kids mirrors their parents’, long before they’re ready to handle the dangers. Free online safety tips about smart online use and safeguarding the family computer are available from AVG and New Zealand government sites such as Child Safety Online.

5. ‘Tis the season for pickpockets When shoppers venture out to the mall, they should keep the data on their mobile phones out of harm’s way. Security software exists for both computers and mobile phones that can help protect consumers from viruses, phishing scams and identity theft. Even pickpockets can be thwarted as owners can now remotely wipe personal data from any lost or stolen device.

Community

Superstrike Hastings Hello, I am 70 years old and commencing retirement. I am conscious of the need to maintain friends and contacts and get some exercise. In Tenpin Bowling I have found something that achieves both goals.

Those comments are wrong.

I bowl in Middle of the Road on a Wednesday morning. This is a group of 23 bowler of all abilities and ages. This is a social league with some friendly competition. I enjoy my time in this league as everyone is very friendly and likes a good time. The Centre even shouts us morning tea.

If you are looking for an activity this would be a great place to start.

Some people say “I could not do that I am not good enough” or “no I am too old” or “I could not bowl fast enough” or “the ball would be too heavy for me”.

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Tenpin uses a handicap system so a bowler with an average of 80 can complete against someone who has an average of 180.

The handicap is based on how you bowl and will change each week We have a 92-year-old bowling in the league; at 70 I am one of the youngest Bowling is not about powering the ball down the lanes.

It is about accuracy The ball is supplied and comes in various weights.

If you would like to try Tenpin Bowling, Superstrike are having an open morning for anyone who reads this article. On Thursday 1st July you will be able to come and have a game for FREE. There will be experienced bowlers on hand to help you.

So why not give it a go?

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Superstrike Hastings offers tenpin bowing, a family favourite, in a safe, fun and friendly environment. We have 14 Automatic Bowling lanes with computerised scoring. We also have Bumper lanes and ramps for young children so everyone can enjoy the fun. As well as several other entertainment options ranging from Pool tables, Arcade Games to a Fully Licensed Bar and Café.

We cater for Small groups, Large groups, Corporate/Social club events (which can include a Smorgasbord or Nibbles) and we also do Kids Birthdays too!

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Chem-Dry Roy and Jan Arbman first purchased the Chem-Dry franchise for Gisborne and Whakatane in 1998, and then moved to the Hawke’s Bay in 2005 after purchasing the local franchises for the area.

They service Napier, north of Napier, Hastings, Hastings District, Waipukurau, and Central Hawke’s Bay. Beyond the obvious carpet and upholstery cleaning, they also attend to fire and flood damaged houses. They have three vans on the road full-time, with a fourth able to called in for emergency work. The technicians have to pass exams and complete ongoing training to ensure they are up-to-date with current industry standards.

Although they live and work locally, Roy and Jan, through Chem-Dry Hawke’s Bay, are part of the Chem-Dry national network and this network covers all of New Zealand. This meant that during the recent flooding event in November 2020, they were able to call on the network for help to provide extra service during the crisis.

You probably saw one of the many green Chem-Dry vans in Napier throughout November and December!

One of the most frequent questions that is asked when anyone hears we are carpet and upholstery cleaners is: “How do I get rid of this stain?” Popular ‘old wives tales’ include salt, vinegar, white wine, and baking soda, to name a few. There are undoubtedly many more out there. They often initially look effective, BUT our many years of experience shows these ‘home remedies’ actually cause more damage and make it less

likely we are able to remove the offending stains. Boring as it might sound, a little water and a towel to dab it out is your best bet. If that doesn’t work, call the experts, we have the experience and solutions to deal with your problem.

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A clean, healthy home is a happy home. Chem-Dry uses a green-certified solution and a proprietary hot carbonating extraction cleaning process that utilises millions of microscopic bubbles to penetrate deep into carpet fibres. The result is a deeper clean, faster-drying carpets that dry in a few hours, not days.

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Technology

form of advertising you can measure, then increase or decrease, so you can manage your workflow accordingly!

You’ve probably heard people talk about digital marketing, Google AdWords, online traffic, SEO and social media. Then on top of all that, you need to have a lead generating web presence with good traffic etc.

This can sound complicated – but it doesn’t have to if you talk to the right people.

Let’s start with the basics Right now there are people looking for a business just like yours.

However, if you don’t have AdWords, there’s a very good chance they’ve just clicked one of your competitors’ websites.

Most businesses would benefit from Google AdWords. It’s simple to set up, it’s fast, you set the monthly budget, and you can see the results immediately.

Included is a complimentary call tracking service to measure daily results, plus you get a monthly report that’s explained in as much detail as you like.

Don’t let another year go by without truly discovering what digital marketing can do for your business.

With years’ of experience and having delivered outstanding results, we have some of the best digital experts in the business.

We are so confident, that if you aren’t 100% happy after the first month, you won’t pay a cent for the management fee. And if you mention this ad, set-up is free – a service other companies charge up to $3,000 for.

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Real Estate with how many people came, feedback, next steps, etc. Look for someone who goes the extra mile with communications to all parties

What to look for in a real estate agent Selling your home can be a daunting process, so our advice is to start by talking to family, friends and people from your local community groups as to whether they have used an agent locally and had a positive experience and found someone they can recommend.

An agent’s reputation is one of the key ways they get referrals and repeat business.

It’s good to look for agents who can demonstrate knowledge of your local area and community, as this will help them with the marketing and explaining the benefits of your home, such as the location, to potential purchasers.

Local agents also tend to have a network of potential buyers that they have been working with, or that they have access to through colleagues – ensuring your property is best positioned and marketed to potential buyers.

• Displays local knowledge – they can demonstrate knowledge of the local area and community, ideally with a network of potential buyers. This can help ensure your property is best positioned and marketed to potential buyers • Experience and ambition – a great agent can talk to you about similar properties they’ve worked with, or situations they’ve faced and how they’ve fixed any issues that have arisen.

Look for someone who talks in facts and specifics instead of generic sentences. Whilst lengthy experience can be advantageous, it is important not to discount someone new to the industry as their ambition to succeed could prove even more beneficial.

• Positive testimonials – there is nothing more telling than hearing directly from someone who has worked with this agent before, whether that is someone you know personally that has worked with them, or if the agent will let you ring “Mr & Mrs Smith from 123 Green Street” and talk to you about their experience of dealing with that agent.

We often recommend meeting a few agents before you choose who to work with.

Things to look for when choosing an agent: • Communicates in person first – a great agent will pick up the phone and call someone rather than emailing or texting first. They want to connect and keep a rapport going. They are also good listeners. They aim to minimise any misinterpretations that can arise via text or email (when tone can come across wrong, spell check does something random etc). While technology can help, being good at the fundamentals is essential • Is an effective communicator – they get back to people when they say they will. Vendors are usually extremely worried about selling their house so when an open home is held, they expect the salesperson to get back to them straight away

We also recommend visiting open homes they are hosting to understand how they present their vendor’s home.

This will help you get more of a feel for how they work to get the best for your property.

You can also look online and see how agents are using social media or digital marketing to increase coverage for the properties they are selling, and therefore see what you could expect for your property.

- Wendy Alexander is the acting chief executive at the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ).

We can not praise Jane Hamilton enough for the work she has done to help us find our new property.

She has been absolutely amazing to deal with.

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Jane Hamilton Residential Sales Consultant

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Real Estate

Property Brokers

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Robyn has achieved great results for her buyers and vendors alike having worked closely with clients from all ages and backgrounds.

After being self-employed in the fashion and clothing industry for 34 years. The transition to Property Brokers as a real-estate agent with an inherent interest in design and creativity gives her a wonderful eye for houses, apartments and property.

It is important to work with an agent that you feel comfortable with. Somebody that understands that whether it is buying your first home or selling your much loved family home, this is an emotional journey. To be guided through the process at every step often needs an agent that has patience and empathy.

A lot of her sales have come from personal testimonials, from previous sales or purchases she has made.

Working along side a large team of professionals at, Property Brokers have strived to achieve remarkable sale results over the last year.

We have absolutely loved working with Robyn to sell and purchase our new home together.

They are very professional and love their friendly and positive attitude. Would highly recommend them and work with them again in the future.

Thank you for all your hard work!

S Eagle and R Bos

Do you love where you live?

If not, let me sell it!

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Real Estate

“Fantastic results in a very short time. Very professional at all times with a good sense of humor and enjoyable experience.”

Professional. Skilful. Friendly. Positive. Helpful. Excellent. Personable. Well informed. Realistic.

These are just some of the plaudits clients have heaped on real estate sales consultant Niki Frame after experiencing first-hand her stellar customer service, astute business acumen and comprehensive negotiating skill set. With more than 10 years in real estate under her belt Niki maintains it’s the people who are the backbone of her business.

Her philosophy regarding her clients is simple: “I would rather work hard to ensure my clients become life-long clients, who turn to me first and who recommend me to others, rather than just turn a quick sale.”

Alongside Tremains, Niki is committed to top service and premium results throughout the Napier and Taradale region. Call Niki today for your property needs.

Niki Frame | 027 260 4098 niki.frame@tremains.co.nz Tremain Real Estate (2012) Limited. Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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Jane Hamilton

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I have been selling real estate in Central Hawke’s Bay for nearly 25 years, and I still absolutely love what I do!

My clients are my reason why I love what I do. I am so lucky with the people I get to meet and share in the excitement of buying and selling.

any questions you may have and always communicate clearly and regularly. I always work to take away the pressure and worry rather than add to it!

I pride myself on quality service, genuine integrity and a solid commitment to achieving great results for all of my clients.

Buying and selling your home, at any stage of your life, can be a stressful process. For me, the most important person in the process is you. I will take the time to sit and explain, answer

I am incredibly proud to be consistently ranked in the elite group of agents within Property Brokers, most recently ranked #6 nationwide. I am also a member of the $200 million club.

If you are thinking of buying or selling in Central Hawke’s Bay, please feel free to give me a call. I’d love to chat.

Jane was fantastic to deal with, she made us feel like a priority with her time, kindness and respect. She gave us great advice on how to prepare our property ready for the market. We chose Jane Hamilton as our agent because of her knowledge of the present market and her dedication to her clients.

After a very successful outcome, we thank Jane and her team at Property Brokers for being fantastic to deal with and their ongoing professional service.

Mr B & Mrs L Smales

Jane Hamilton Residential Sales Consultant

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Asbestos Surveying

Asbestos Surveys If you have found or suspect asbestos in your home, your workplace or building site, you need to follow strict asbestos regulations. We can help!

We understand our clients’ obligations under the new Health & Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016 and can convey information in a coherent and complementary way to you.

Asbestos Surveys Limited is a subsidiary company of Demolition 1 Limited who are OHSAS18001:(2007) & ISO45001:2018 accredited and are the removalist specialists.

Health & Safety is paramount in our industry and that of our clients. We have the highest Site-Wise pass rate in New Zealand (100%).

Asbestos Surveys Ltd works as an Asbestos consultant offering Asbestos Survey ReportsAsbestos Management Plans - Asbestos

Clearance Certificates and Consultancy. We will happily offer any advice free of charge for you to move forward.

Asbestos Surveys can carry out a thorough Asbestos Survey to determine the extent of the problem and to help develop an effective Asbestos Management Plan.

The Management Plan helps you manage the Asbestos in a safe way if the Asbestos is in good condition and is to remain in situ.

Communication is one of our key assets, our website is a snapshot of who we are and what we do. We have endeavoured to keep it simple and to the point.

Health & Safety is paramount in our industry and that of our clients. We have the highest Site-Wise pass rate in New Zealand (100%).

We offer discounts to senior citizen who own a residential house of up to 15% off market rates.

We are based in Napier, but service all of Hawke’s Bay and the central North Island.

We are specialists in commercial, industrial and residential work.

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Health Services

Glenns Pharmacy Glenns Pharmacy is a local family owned and operated business located in the heart of Taradale in the Sunny Hawke’s Bay. We have been proudly serving our community for over 35 years assisting with their healthcare needs and providing on-going solutions for our clients.

Our team at Glenns Pharmacy are passionate about helping people.

Easily approachable, our retail staff manage a wide range of services including passport/id photos, photo printing, ear piercing, mobility aids and your home care health product needs. Behind the scenes our dispensary team specialise in robotic roll blister packaging, medication management, vaccinations and servicing aged care facilities, community care facilities, addiction rehabilitation and mental health facilities. We love innovation and take pride in being pioneers in offering products and services that meet ever changing needs of the community.

Our aim is to make healthcare as accessible and approachable for our community. We offer deliveries every weekday to Napier, Hastings and Flaxmere. So, if you cannot come to us, we can come to you!

We are also the first pharmacy in New Zealand to offer a Medrun Service. This is a twice a day deliver/observation of medication to high needs/risk mental health patients in the community, every day of the year. Our aim is to help our patients stay independent in their homes and become independent in managing their medications and health.

We work very closely with Mental health services as well as local NGO organisations to provide the best support for our clients.

We also offer assistance in helping you manage your medications. This

can include setting you up with an account that you pay off each month, or we can liaise direct with MSD to set you up with WINZ redirection payments. We don’t want costs to be a barrier for you receiving the medication and healthcare that you need.

Glenns Pharmacy has grown through a can-do-will-do attitude and the willingness to think outside the box. A good example of this is when we suddenly went into Level 4 lockdown in 2020, we decided to make use of the empty road and carpark out back and turned it into a drive-thru flu jab clinic. We are proud to say we managed to vaccinate over 1100 people in the space of a few weeks.

Owner-operator, Rebekah is passionate to help others improve and

Our aim is to help our patients stay independent in their homes and become independent in managing their medications and health.

achieve their health goals while tackling all the barriers that can stop healthcare being accessible for people.

We are passionate about helping people and welcome everyone.

We take pride in knowing our customers and greeting them by their names when they walk in and having a catch up with them.

We want to continue to provide services that meet the needs of our customers and community. We love getting feedback and requests that make us rethink how we do things and inspire us to continue to be pioneers in healthcare.

If you would like to know more about us and what we can offer to help you, please pop in, or give us a call. We will be happy to book a time for you to have a chat with Rebekah or a member of our friendly team.

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SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR OVER 35 YEARS

The team at Glenns Pharmacy are proud to deliver advice, trust & care to our local Hawke’s Bay families & community.

We are a family owned and operated business located in the heart of Taradale, Napier. Our friendly team are always here to assist you with any of your prescription, healthcare, beauty and photographic needs.

Our Services Medico and Robotic Packaging LTC, MUR, Vaccinations, Maivret,TMP, Blue Pill Age-Related and Community Residential Care Daily delivery to Napier, Hastings and Flaxmere

Mental Health Support Service Mobility Aid Purchase and Hireage Passport and Photographic Services Ear-piercing

WE DELIVER LOCALLY Contact us today P: (06) 844 6383 | M: 027 9 453667 (027 9 GLENNS) E: glennspharmacyltd@gmail.com | W: glennspharmacy.co.nz

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