Bay Harbour: August 29, 2024

2 <strong>Bay</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong> News Thursday <strong>August</strong> <strong>29</strong> <strong>2024</strong> DELIVERERS WANTED! Are you honest, reliable and over the age of 11? Why not earn money and get fit doing it. 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The cottage gallery is open Friday- Sunday, and most public holidays. Free entry. Art exhibitions change each month. Locally hand-crafted products are for sale. Eftpos available. Stoddart Cottage can also be hired for meetings or small events. Contact Jo Burzynska 021 776 161 or info@ stoddartcottage.nz. Come Along, Sing Along with Vicki Downes Wednesday, 1pm The Loons, 16 Canterbury St Go for afternoon tea and sing along with Vicki Downes. Vicki prides herself on her ability to read a crowd and play what is required for everyone to have a great time. She has been entertaining most of her life and has won many awards, including a Gold Guitar. For more information email socialworker@lch.org.nz The Great Library Seed Swap All day, until September 8 Akaroa Library Got some leftover seeds or seedlings? Bring them into the library to share with the community. We welcome vegetable, herb, flower, native and heritage seeds – and you can even bring any spare seedlings you have potted up. Thanks to Trees For Canterbury and WeedBusters there’s some plants to get you started. Wā Kōrero: Storytimes Tuesdays, 11-11.30am Lyttelton Library Meet others in our community when you and your preschooler go along for a fun variety of stories, songs and rhymes which foster children’s literacy. Perfect for 2-5 years. All whānau and caregivers welcome. JP Clinic Saturdays, 10am-noon Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre A Justice of the Peace will be available to members of the community, to witness signatures and documents, certify document copies, hear oaths, declarations, affidavits or affirmations as well as sign Ecstatic Dance, Saturday, 7pm, Lyttelton Arts Factory. Join the global dance movement and go along for the third big Ecstatic Dance in Lyttelton. DJ Global Harmoniser brings another super fresh journey to the dance floor. Pay what you wish, $15-25 recommended. Under 18s dance for free with a guardian. No alcohol, drugs, phones or judgement please. The event will start with a quiet warm up and finish with a relaxation. You’re never too old or too young to dance. citizenship, sponsorship or rates rebates applications. There is no charge for this service. Strength Balance and a Good Yarn Tuesdays, 10.30-11.30am Lyttelton Recreation Centre Build your core strength and socialise at this weekly strength and balance class. Cost $3 per session. The class is most suitable for people over 65. Have fun and meet new people in the community. Hosted by Live Stronger for Longer, the organisation has a variety of strength and balance classes designed for the mature and motivated. WANT YOUR COMMUNITY EVENT FEATURED HERE? 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Thursday <strong>August</strong> <strong>29</strong> <strong>2024</strong> <strong>Bay</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong> News Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz Going into Port Hills red zone a safety risk, rangers warn INCREASING use of red-zoned land in the Port Hills by the public has city council rangers fearing the worst. Multiple areas across the Port Hills are red-zoned due to the risk of death and injury to the public. However, city council rangers are seeing increasing unpermitted use of restricted areas by residents, including young people and community groups. The council has fenced off Dave Little areas and placed warning signs regarding the danger, but fences and signs are typically stolen or damaged within days. Red zone manager Dave Little said the rock wall in Sumner is one example of an area being accessed, despite the risk to the public. “We have noticed people riding horses, and kids have been building bike tracks and jumps in recent weeks. We understand the appeal of these spaces, but it is just not safe, and no-one should be in there without training or approval. “Other areas in the Port Hills red zone are being accessed by the community for planting but these areas are restricted for a reason – they are dangerous.” The public is at risk of death or injury from boulders dislodging due to changing weather conditions or land movement in a quake. An example of this risk DANGEROUS: The city council is reminding people to stay out of redzoned land in the Port Hills for their own safety, after noticing an increase in use. PHOTO: NEWSLINE happened in March, when a boulder came loose and smashed through several barriers on Mulgans Track in Clifton. Little said city council staff want to see increased community awareness of the risk of death and injury in the Port Hills red zone. “Our rangers are out working in the community, and they certainly don’t want to see people hurt in these spaces. We need the community to stay out of Port Hills red-zoned land for everyone’s sake and peace of mind.” Over the next two years, the city council will reassess the risks to establish whether community plantings can be held in appropriate areas, but this process is site specific and will take time. NEWS 3 NZ Post’s return a ‘win-win’ situation • From page 1 “Retaining key services is so important for a town like Akaroa. We want it to be an attractive place for people to live, work and raise their families so having amenities like NZ Post is an important component of that,” Fields said. “I’m thrilled we’ve been able to work with NZ Post on what we anticipate will be a long-term arrangement; the advocacy from Nigel Harrison and Asif Hussain, Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula Community Board members, has been key to making this happen. “This is a win-win for the local community, for this beautiful heritage building and for visiting tourists, who we know the town is increasingly dependent on. “It’s also entirely fitting that postal services will once again return to the historic post office.” The heritage post office building was built during World War 1 on the site of the first Akaroa Post Office, which was built in 1856. Paws & Peace - Fear Free Veterinary Care at Kōwhai Vet When it comes to the well-being of our cherished furry friends, we often focus on their physical health, ensuring they receive the best preventative healthcare, vaccinations, or treatment when they are sick or injured. But how often do we consider the emotional wellbeing of our pets during those veterinary visits? At Kōwhai Vet, we understand the emotional impact of a visit to the vet and have made it our mission to provide fear-free patient care, ensuring the utmost comfort and relaxation for both pets and their owners. Understanding FAS: Fear, Anxiety and Stress A trip to the vet can be a daunting experience for animals and their owners alike, often leading to high levels of fear, anxiety, and Dogs RELAXED ANATOMY STRESSED Soft; loose Almond shape; normal pupils; soft eye Face Eyes Skin taut; wrinkled brow; lips pulled back; tense jaw Dilated pupils; prolonged staring or avoiding eye contact; whale eye Neutral; back, but not flattened; loose Ears Out to the side; flat against head Flexible neck to tail Level with topline; slightly above or below; wagging Mouth open or closed; lips - long, soft, commissures relaxed Spine/ Posture Tail Mouth stress, collectively referred to as ‘FAS.’ When animals are fearful, they face limited responses to a scary situation – fight, flight, freeze, or fidget. Recognising and addressing these emotional responses is at the core of our approach to care. Creating a Stress-Free Environment At Kōwhai Vet, our primary goal is to keep FAS levels as low as possible during every visit to our clinic, ensuring a calm and soothing atmosphere for both pets and owners. Here are some of the ways we try to achieve this: Education: We provide pet owners with valuable guidance on preparing their pets for a trip to the vet, helping to kickstart the visit on a positive note. Rigid and/or stiff High above topline; tucked; wagging Mouth closed; lips - short, tense; snarl; lip lift; bite Caudal higher than shoulders; back flat Above topline; soft, inverted U curve below topline; gentle back and forth movement Calming Scents and Pet Pheromones: Our clinic is infused with calming scents and pet pheromones, creating a serene atmosphere to ease pets’ anxiety upon arrival. Long Appointments: We allocate ample time for appointments, giving your pet the opportunity to adjust to the new environment gradually. Throughout the visit, we closely monitor signs of FAS and take measures to reduce stress whenever possible. Pre-Visit Calming Medications: For highly anxious pets, we offer pre-visit calming medications to reduce anxiety levels and ensure a more comfortable visit. Positive Reinforcement: We offer a variety of treat options to create a positive experience during the visit, helping to alleviate your pet’s anxiety and build trust. Gentle Handling: Our clinic employs minimal restraint techniques to handle pets during procedures, ensuring their comfort and security throughout. Cats RELAXED ANATOMY STRESSED Normal pupils Eyes Dilated pupils Forward Ears Out to the side; back against head Spine/ Posture Tail Back arched; crouched; legs under body Tucked; Curled around body; forceful movement; thumping Closed Mouth Open; panting; hissing, growling, spitting Pain Relief and Calming Medications: In cases where a procedure might cause discomfort or a patient is displaying high levels of FAS, we consider the use of additional pain relief or calming medications to maintain your pet’s relaxation. Dedication to Fear-Free Care At Kōwhai Vet, many of our staff members have already achieved, or are actively working towards their Fear-Free Certification. This demonstrates our unwavering commitment to providing the highest standard of care for your pets. Our dedication to fear-free patient care is not just a commitment; it’s our promise. We aim to make every visit to our clinic as low-stress and relaxing as possible, ensuring both you and your beloved pets have a positive experience. Contact us today to experience the difference that compassionate, fear-free care can make in your pet’s life. Your pets will thank you, and we will, too. Consultations • Surgery & Diagnostics • Locally Owned & Operated 122 Opawa Road, Opawa, Christchurch. Ph: 03 337 5445 Visit our website: www.kowhaivet.co.nz WE ARE OPEN: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 6:30pm, Saturday, 9:00am - 12:00pm