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Do you have gout?
Published April 16th 2010, Posted in NorthlandDo you want to know more about Gout?
Arthritis NZ Northland is hosting a FREE SEMINAR at the Cafler Suite in Forum North, Whangarei on Wednesday 28th April at 6.45pm. The guest speaker is Rheumatologist, DR Sunil Kumar.
To register please phone the Arthritis NZ Whangarei or Kaipara Service Centre and talk to either Maggie 0800 663 463 or Sue 438 5037.
Certificates will be given to Health Professionals.
These seminars are supported by the Northland District Health Board.
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The ‘Northland Brain Train’ Journey
Published April 06th 2010, Posted in Northland / 1 Comment
Well it came and it went chugging its way through Northland.
First stop was at sunny Kaitaia. What a wonderful host Kaitaia Primary School was. They put on an awesome Kapa Haka performance to kick the day off and things only got better. They also out did themselves with the refreshments and the tasty treats the children provided.
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YES WE DID IT!!!!
Published April 01st 2010, Posted in Northland / 2 Comments
The Tiaho Terrors had a most enjoyable and successful Relay for Life on the weekend of 20/21 March.
The opening ceremony started at 1.30pm with speeches and a blessing. A survivors lap followed this and then we were straight into it.
We walked from 2.00pm Saturday until 2.00pm Sunday. We did it in turns, making sure we had someone walking at any given time, most times we had several people on the track at once.
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DPA Northland AGM
Published March 22nd 2010, Posted in Northland
Kia Ora, are you a member of D.P.A or would you like to become a member?
If you would like to come to our A.G.M and get support for yourself or whanau (family) with a disability and see what we are all about by all means we would like to see you at the Tiaho Trust board room, Maori Trust Board Building, 3 - 5 Hunt Street on 1st April from 10am - 12noon.
Please phone Elinor Niha on 021 204 2115 for more information.
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Sailability Whangarei
Published March 22nd 2010, Posted in Northland
Sailing for the disabled - A Whangarei Opportunity
A meeting to form a permanent organisation to continue with this activity will be held at the Whangarei Cruising Club Clubrooms at Kissing Point, Onerahi Road on Monday the 29th March at 7pm.
The agenda includes, background of this activity, the Sailability organisation, a suggested organisation structure, proposed constitution, election of a formation committee and general business.
Please phone the convenor Ron Miller on (09) 4360903 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)for more information about this event.
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Product Demonstration Morning
Published March 19th 2010, Posted in Northland
NorthAble is hosting a Products Demonstration morning with Kiwi Rehabilitation consultant Graeme Williams.
Come and try products FREE of charge. Meet and talk with Graeme.
Where: NorthAble, 40 John Street, Whangarei
When: 26th March from 10am – 11.30am
Products include: Scooters, Wheelchairs, Lift out chairs, Walkers, Aids for Daily Living and Toileting Products.
See you here!
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Northland Brain Train programme
Published March 04th 2010, Posted in Northland
Invitation to the Northland Brain Train
Northlanders will have the chance to discover the wonders of the human brain and learn about the latest neuroscience research as the Northland Brain Train makes its way across the region from March 15.
First stop is Kaitaia on Monday March 15, followed by Kaikohe on March 16 and Whangarei on Wednesday March 17.
The events include lectures by leading neuroscientists on the latest brain research, seminars on brain health and medical care from community support groups, and information displays with advice on support and services.
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Dove’s Tail Western Corridor Accessible Tour
Published February 25th 2010, Posted in Northland
Dove’s Tail Tourism - Enabling Travel.
It is a boutique organisation that works alongside tourism operators to offer a hassle free, seamless and enjoyable experience for a range of travellers with specific needs.
Dove’s Tail tourism has a unique focus on people who need that little bit of extra care and attention when on holiday. We strive to make people’s travel experience both memorable and comfortable.
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The ‘Northland Brain Train’
Published February 23rd 2010, Posted in Northland / 2 Comments
The Neurological Foundation and Tiaho Trust are proud to host the Inaugural ‘Northland Brain Train’. This is a ‘free’ event and there is no need to register, just come along and learn how to train your brain!
Discover the wonders of the human brain and learn about the latest neuroscience research into brain health and brain disorders.
Come along and listen to lectures by leading neuroscientists and displays and seminars by community support groups including Alzheimers Northland, Brain Injury Association Northland, Parent 2 Parent, Epilepsy Northland and the Neurological Foundation.
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Hydrotherapy Pool feedback sought
Published February 23rd 2010, Posted in NorthlandFeedback is being sought from the public about the Hydrotherapy Public Pool Sessions and their demandat at the Aquatic Centre in Whangarei.
Please complete both sides of this questionnaire attached to this article and return to the Whangarei Aquatics Centre customer comments box.
Results from this survey are essential to assist in the programming of pool space and future usage of this pool. Other comments/suggestions would you like to make about Hydrotherapy Public Sessions so that we can continue to improve accessibility are also welcome.
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The Brain Train day in Kaitaia was excellent, and we very much hope it will become an annual event! Thanks to all who worked to make it happen.