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JOHN KIRK-ANDERSON/STUFF Protesters have united against a proposed quarry at North Canterbury's Rangiora Racecourse. (Video first published December 2020). Residents opposing a quarry in Rangiora have accused racing clubs of putting the cart before the horse. However, at the latest public meeting on Tuesday over the proposal for Taggart Earthmoving to establish a quarry at the racecourse, those involved did not front to answer concerns. Hosting the meeting, Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey said both Taggart and the Rangiora Harness Racing Club had been invited, but neither showed up. The harness club declined, saying it was not its application. READ MORE: Canterbury council grants consent for 24-hour petrol station in residential zone After-hours health care centre to open in Rangiora in late 2022 Rangiora residents riled about being left in dark over quarry plan The Rangiora Racecourse is owned by the Rangiora club in partnership with the Canterbury Jockey … [Read more...] about Residents near proposed North Canterbury racecourse quarry ‘let down’ by racing club

THE gyms may be shut, but don't despair; your health kick can still be possible with the help of many premium at home workout apps. Forget the expensive personal trainer, these are the best home workout apps to help you keep fit during lockdown. All you'll need is some leggings, and a smartphone; but with the gyms appearing to be shut for sometime, these are the best at home workout apps for a brilliant way to keep healthy at home. With planning, motivation, workouts, and motivation, they have everything you need to get your body moving, feel better, and even lose a few pounds if you wanted. Available on Google Play Store, and the App Store, the apps offer a number of subscriptions or options for every kind of exerciser. Many will offer a free trial or introductory package, so make sure you don't miss out. 1.Shreddy The Shreddy app lets users sweat it out in high-energy workouts, real-time classes and tasty, and healthy meal plans. The Shreddy Kit also allows … [Read more...] about The best at home workout apps to keep you fit during lockdown

There are numerous challenges to making new friends in adulthood. Not only is making friends harder as we get older, but sustaining friendships can be harder as well: After college and beyond, most people don't get to be part of such a diverse, built-in social network . This is particularly significant since research shows us that strong social support is linked to healthier aging and positive health outcomes. Yes, we need solitude to nurture our creativity and our spirit, but we need rich, deep, meaningful connections as well — our mental and physical health depend on it. Importantly, research also suggests that elderly people are healthiest when they regularly interact with, and have friends from, all different age groups. We see the best health outcomes for heterosexual married men who have relied almost solely on their wives to meet their emotional and relational needs. This is also why for women — in this case, straight women — the subject of friendship is so … [Read more...] about Forging Deep Ties: It’s Complicated

Coping With COVID-19 If You Live Alone Source: Photo by Alex Green from Pexels The Covid-19 outbreak and associated physical distancing measures altered the social world for most people, but those who live alone may have been disproportionately affected. For example, a recent study reports on adults who live alone during COVID. It shows that those who live alone are less likely to see others in person or to receive/provide help. But there are several ways that singles can get social support. "More time at home offers more time to call, write, and video chat with loved ones. Consider a weekly video meeting with extended family from all around the country, and/or connect with friends for online happy hours, exercise classes, book groups, and all manner of creative activities,” advises Lorna Hecht, a therapist based in San Diego. Indeed, my research taught me that singles invest more in their social circles and even derive more satisfaction from these connections. … [Read more...] about Coping With COVID-19 If You Live Alone

Deceased Japanese expert infected with new virus variant: Health Minister A Japanese expert who died in Hanoi on February 13 has been infected with a new variant strain of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, said Health Minister Nguyen Thanh Long. Long announced the results of the expert’s genome sequencing at a meeting of permanent Cabinet members in Hanoi on February 24. He did not reveal specifically but said this was the first time the new strain has been detected in Vietnam. The strain, he said, has circulated mainly in the Republic of Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan (China), and India. According to the minister, Japan, the deceased expert’s home country, has yet to record this strain. To scientists, the strain it not highly transmissible, but the extent of its aggravation is not clear, said Long. Epidemiologists stated that the new strain is not linked to the fresh coronavirus hotspot in Hai Duong province where a variant strain originating from the United States was recorded. The … [Read more...] about VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEB. 24