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4 Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Tuesday September 12 2017 NOR’WEST NEWS GENERAL ELECTION 2017 – MEET THE CANDIDATES Ilam electorate McMaster & Heap Veterinary practice EMERGENCY EYE SURGERY FOR JESS Meet “Jess” an 8 year old black and white moggy with real attitude, who recently flew down from Nelson to see Dr Steve Heap for emergency surgery on her left eye. Her primary vet at Alabama Vets, had seen her a week earlier for a painful superficial ulcer ( probably from a cat scratch injury). Jess was very hard to examine so was started on topical eye ointment and anti-inflammatory medication. Jess was otherwise well. She returned 2 days later as her owners couldn’t medicate the eye either. By this stage her left eye was producing a bloody infected discharge, had swelled up and the ulcer had grown in size. Her vet added in antibiotic tablets and more medication for inflammation, swelling and pain but the next day the ulcer looked no better. Jess needed to be sedated as the vet couldn’t examine this eye with her awake. Her eye was stained with fluorosein( as can be seen in the attached photo) and had become non healing and so given the difficulty in medicating Jess it was thought a better way to go was surgery in Christchurch with DrSteve Heap. So Jess flew to Steve and was operated on immediately to prevent the eye collapsing and impaired vision. Steve performed a lamellar keratectomy to remove the dead, soft, spongy tissue on edges of the deep stromal corneal ulcer. A conjunctival flap was sutured over the large defect to allow the perfect environment for healing, meaning a good blood supply and protection from environmental allergens. Due to the difficulty in checking the healing progress of Jess’s eye it was thought a good idea to board her at McMaster & Heap vets until Steve was happy that the ulcer was healing. As we were still unable to get near Open 7 days Cnr Hoon Hay & Coppell place phone 338 2534, Fax 339 8624 e. mcmasterandheap@yahoo.co.nz www.mcmasterheap.co.nz her eye to apply drops, long acting injections were given for ease and for her comfort. Needless to say she needs a head collar worn to stop her irritating her eye, undoing all Steve’s good work. So far so good 4 days out from her surgery. She is eating up a storm and feisty again which means she’s back to her happy self. Steve has given the all clear and she flies home on Friday to her eagerly awaiting, doting parents. Steve sees at least 10 eye referrals daily and many of these patients end up needing surgery. Eye injuries can’t wait if the end result is to save the eye and Steve will often come into the clinic on his days off to see emergency cases. The take home message here is don’t wait with eye problems – get them looked at early by your vet, as two eyes are always better than one!! Dr Michele McMaster McMaster & Heap Gerry Brownlee – National I am honoured to be selected by the National Party as their candidate in Ilam. I grew up here, I have my home in the electorate and I have a real commitment to the sustainable development of its future. I represent the National Party because I have a genuine commitment to equal opportunity, personal freedom and personal responsibility. I value enterprise, hard work and Anthony Rimell - Labour What I’ll bring to Ilam is an established track record of service to the people of Canterbury. I’m focused on the must haves; decent, affordable homes; clean water; and swimmable rivers. Priorities for me include retaining and improving state housing in Bryndwr; improving our health funding; and ensuring better access to education. As a union organiser I reward for achievement. But, as the Member of Parliament for Ilam led the nurses union in successfully negotiating one of the largest settlements in Canterbury’s history. For several years I was on Be prepared for the start of our season October-April FREE coaching FREE Club Uniform ½ Price subs for 1st year bowlers and full membership only $195 Special rates for students Free extensive members library Contact Barry Hollands 352 6156 or Bev Baxter 359 6057 Bowls Papanui Inc The Friendly Club 181 Condell Ave, Papanui www.bowlspapanui.co.nz assisting people at a grass roots level, I know any community is only as strong as its most vulnerable. National has focused on building a strong economy that provides opportunity for enterprise and funding to meet the needs of our most at-risk New Zealanders. I am asking for your vote to continue as the Member of Parliament for Ilam and most importantly for your Party vote for National. the Advisory Board of the Christchurch Earthquake Appeals Trust, where I supported projects that gave Christchurch people real hope. I was recently elected to the board of the Tenants Protection Agency. As an MP, I’ll be here for the local people. I currently head a multicultural church in Riccarton. I continue to work for a better and fairer society, so that we can all enjoy a quality life here in New Zealand. GIVE LAWN BOWLS A TRY If you are looking for a new activity this summer, maybe lawn bowls is for you! Modern refurbished club rooms and electronic surveillance throughout makes our club comfortable and safe. Voted Club of the Year for 2016 and Greenkeeper of the Year in 2017. We have up to date bowls available for you to trial without commitment and world class greens for members to enjoy the game. Buddy system in place for new members. The sport for all ages
NOR’WEST NEWS Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Tuesday September 12 2017 5 Ilam electorate David Lee - Green Party David is a native Cantabrian with strong roots in Ilam. Connection and connectedness are fundamental to his vision for a better Christchurch and a better New Zealand. A career urban planner, David understands how the physical world fosters and sustains personal and community wellbeing. Relationships with our environment, and connection to the world at large, provide a sense of identity, affiliation, and belonging. As MP for Ilam, David will get Canterbury back onto the government’s agenda. Rebuilding critical infrastructure and services for a 21st-century city – and beyond, investment in transport networks and clean water are essential for Cantabrians to enjoy the standard of living that all New Zealanders deserve. In central and local government roles David has been responsible for environmental policy and transport planning. He is currently an elected representative, leading climate change, technology, innovation and enterprise – the way forward to address environmental sustainability. Raf Manji - Independent It’s been my privilege to serve you as a local councillor since 2013. Much has been achieved in that time but we are still far from securing the thriving 21st-century city we envisaged back in 2011. It’s been five years since the blueprint and it’s time for a reset and new leadership. You have two votes to cast this election – one for the party you want to lead the next Government and one for the person you think can best represent Ilam and Christchurch’s interests in Parliament. As an independent I will be free to focus on local issues, such as water quality, transport, health and housing, as well as continuing to make sure the next Government finishes the rebuild job properly. Christchurch needs a strong, independent voice in Wellington, and someone who can work with the next Government. And that’s why I’m asking you to vote for me as your electorate candidate for Ilam. Martin Frauenstein – Conservative Martin settled in Wellington New Zealand in 1996. Since 2011 he and his wife have lived in the Ilam electorate. He was a solutions architect at the CDHB for four and a half years, and has since reestablished his IT consultancy. Martin holds a strong sense of justice, and the belief that offenders should be held accountable for their actions while being rehabilitated to be reintegrated as productive members of society. He has been an active volunteer with Corrections since 2012. He holds the preservation of life and strong families dear. As a pro-life advocate, supports the 40 Days for Life movement. Voting, is a cornerstone of democracy – the voice of the people. The Conservative Party principle of binding citizens-initiated referenda therefore resonates strongly with him. The Conservative principles of democracy, family and justice offer voters the chance to “hit the reset button” on the future of New Zealand. Martin Thomas Francis – Independent My name is Martin Francis, I am 75-years-old and live in the ‘red zone’. I stand for the people affected by the earthquakes and who live every day, dealing with the Governments deception by ruling areas of Christchurch to be ‘red zones.’ The Quake Outcast group has now won five court rulings in its favour, at their own cost, the Supreme Court deeming that the red zone zoning is unlawful. The land and those improvements that have been obtained by the Government is by deception and can now be said to be ‘proceeds of crime’. I stand to fight to right the wrong. In the red zone, all sections and improvements insured or uninsured, to be treated as equal. Gerry Brownlee announced to the media a game to push uninsured off their land, without paying for improvements. I stand to push for repairing the red zone errors the Government has made. Doing it once, doing it right. •Also standing in Ilam is Paul Gilbert, ACT. •More candidates, pages 6, 7, 8 & 10 NEw PhARMACy oPEN Now *Excludes Real Sleep TAKE 50 % off MARKED PRICES Jointcare (200cap) Tumeric (30cap) $19 90 $39 90 Magnesium (100cap) Kyolic (120cap) $54 90 $25 90 Services + FREE delivery for prescriptions in local areas + $3 Medico pack + FREE blood pressure checks + Reading Glasses + Passport photos + Ear Piercing + FREE UTI consultation + FREE VIAGRA consultation oNly $2 50 whIlE SToCKS lAST Open Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm Saturday: 9am – 12pm Wairakei RoAD BARNETT’S PhARMACy 4/501 Wairakei Road, Burnside 03 360 3178 03 351 3099 wairakei@barnettspharmacy.co.nz BarnettsWairakei
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