Albany St. PHOTO: GERARD O'BRIENThe controversial Albany Street Connection and safety improvements project has come in at nearly $5 million. Isaac Construction has been awarded a $4.8 million contract to deliver the Albany Street Connection project and the resurfacing of the road. Work on the Albany Street Connection involves pedestrian safety improvements including new crossings, as well as improved bus stops, new mobility parks and a two-way separated cycleway. The contract covers two pieces of work: $3.5m for construction of the Albany Street Connection and $1.3m to reseal the road at the conclusion of the work. Work to upgrade Three Waters infrastructure in part of Albany St — from Grange St to Forth St — will also be carried out in tandem with the Albany Street Connection project to minimise disruption in the area.

Pharmac has funded dulaglutide and liraglutide for type 2 diabetes, but not for weight loss – so those who are prescribed them for weight loss must pay for them. GLP-1s offer some health benefits that come about as a result of weight loss, as well as other unexpected positives. By triggering rapid weight loss, GLP-1s can lower that risk, as well as that of stroke. That’s partly because obesity can impact fertility in both men and women, so rapid weight loss can boost it. According to Ministry of Health clinical guidelines for health practitioners around weight loss management, “people should always use weight-loss drugs in conjunction with lifestyle changes”.

“Tomi treated mum like she was an absolute queen.”Fiona Cameron is being remembered as a caring grandmother by her 'devastated' family. Foxton Beach residents said they were awoken to loud bangs from the blaze. “We also want to acknowledge the authorities for their compassion, assistance and professionalism during this incredibly tragic time for our family,” Marsh told Stuff. Thomas Muliaga died in a Foxton Beach house fire that is thought to have started by the kitchen stove. Perkins said they were told by officials the fire was thought to have started on the kitchen stove, but no official report has been released.

Ask the host their preferencesSome norms aren’t universal, but are common enough to warrant considering any time you stay with someone. If you’re not sure, follow the host’s lead by observing what they do, or ask them directly what they prefer. Also ask your host how they want you to handle your towels and bed linen when you leave. Help tidy up“If you’ve ever hosted, especially for a weekend, it’s so much work,” says Meier. “Make sure you’re independent and that you don’t ask people to buy tickets for you and things like that,” Meier says.

The crash closed the Lindis Pass (SH8) until about 3pm. Photo: NZTA/Waka KotahiOne of the two vehicles involved in a crash that closed the Lindis Pass for five hours today was a police car. State Highway 8 reopened about 3pm following the two-vehicle crash near Omarama this morning. There were no serious injuries in the crash but it closed the pass for about five hours. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating.

Last summer's winning photograph shows twins Peyton and Harper Lobb, 3, enjoying some summer sun at home just after Christmas. Delight your friends and family, captivate our readers and share your favourite holiday images in our Magic Moments competition. First prize: $100 voucher and an A3 canvas of the winning photographSecond prize: A3 canvas print of the second prize photograph. Another of last summer's entries shows Molly the golden retriever enjoying the Bunny Lane lavender farm at Patearoa. Please include:— The photographer's name AND phone number;— A description of who and what the photograph shows;— Where and when the photo was taken;— Ages, if relevant (especially children's ages).

Photo: Screenshot / GoogleThe owner of a cheese company whose discarded product was stolen from a Waikato landfill and resold is worried the situation will damage its reputation. Owner Sue Arthur says she was horrified to learn that their discarded product was being resold. Owner Sue Arthur says she was horrified to learn their discarded product was being resold. Photo: suppliedArthur said the discarded cheese did not meet their internal quality standards, and there were no issues with their cheese sold by authorised retailers. "In this case, Over the Moon Cheese did all the right things as far as we can see.

PHOTO: NZ POLICEPolice say they will not let drug dealers deal in peace after a Queenstown officer packing up a checkpoint unwittingly interrupted one in progress. The officer following his nose and trusting his instincts led to an unexpected haul of drugs and cash being seized and an alleged drug deal in the process being interrupted. Sgt Hannah-Jones and his team went to have a look, and his suspicions quickly proved correct when the cars hastily took off. ‘‘He was extremely uncooperative and was warned of arrest.’’A search was carried out and Sgt Hannah-Jones’ suspicions turned out to be correct once again. Police said the officers had interrupted a drug deal in progress.

A photograph shows a graffiti street art by street artist Banksy, in Bayswater, west London today. Photo / Carlos Jasso, AFPBritish street artist Banksy unveiled his latest work in central London today amid speculation over an identical second work which has appeared elsewhere in the city. The black and white mural painted on the side of an old building in Bayswater shows two people, probably children, in winter hats and wellington boots lying down, looking up and pointing to the sky. Banksy, whose real identity has not been revealed, posted an image of the work on his official Instagram account. In the photo on Banksy’s Instagram post, there is an overflowing skip in an alleyway next to the garage, spilling its rubbish onto the pavement.

We stand in full solidarity with Denmark and the people of Greenland,” they wrote on X. Leaders of both Denmark and Greenland have repeatedly insisted that the vast island is not for sale and that it will decide its own future. The US believes Greenland, located between North America and Europe, can give it an economic edge over its rivals in the Arctic region. The US has its Pituffik military base in Greenland and opened a consulate on the island in June 2020. Trump’s determination to take over Greenland has stunned Denmark, a fellow member of Nato that has fought alongside America in its wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

“They happened to be able to get a glimmer of cellphone reception and called for assistance about 7.30pm,” Westrupp said. He said police co-ordinated a search and rescue operation to rescue them as the weather worsened. “Land Search and Rescue and police reached the three men about three in the morning and provided them with shelter, clothing and food. At first light, with the aid of Wellington Rafting, we were able to get them out of there,” he said. “PLBs (personal locator beacons) are cheap to hire, and they’re capable of saving your life, even when there’s no cellphone reception,” he said.

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It comes on the same week that police revealed they had caught a drunk man who tried to pull over an unmarked car of actual police officers. Counties Manukau Police said the “bizarre incident” occurred while officers were conducting patrols in an unmarked vehicle in the area on Saturday. A station wagon following the unmarked car began flashing a red-and-blue bar mounted on the vehicle. Police said officers were “perplexed” before clocking the car as not an actual officer. The 38-year-old man will appear in the Manukau District Court on December 24 on charges of impersonating a police officer and excess breath alcohol.

Many more parcels remain in storage, and she lacks the keys to access PO box lockers containing further deliveries. Last week the NZ Post van driver had to take around 20 packages back to Christchurch because there was no room to leave them, she said. She has been in regular contact with NZ Post since the stoush began, but her concerns remain unresolved. She also plans to pursue a civil claim against NZ Post in the new year over what she says is a failure to meet contractual obligations. Selwyn MP Nicola Griggs said she was aware of the situation regarding the held parcels, and would continue to work with NZ Post on this issue.

“Everyone seems to know someone, which is really sad.”‘Rare but it can happen’: PoliceAccording to a Police spokesperson, “drink spiking is rare, but it can happen”. “At present, drink spiking is not specifically identifiable in the data that Police currently records,” the spokesperson says. “Unfortunately, there is currently no reliable method to accurately measure such data in New Zealand.”Even if there were, drink spiking is rarely reported to the police. Rapist brothers Danny (centre) and Roberto (right) Jaz at the bar Mama Hooch where they drink spiked and sexually assaulted women. “My perspective is that drink spiking primarily happens with an intent for assault or an intent to rape,” she says now.