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4 Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Tuesday September 12 2017 SOUTHERN VIEW GENERAL ELECTION 2017 – MEET THE CANDIDATES Christchurch Central 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 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 Nicky Wagner – National My focus has, and will continue to be, making Christchurch a city of opportunity for all. The last six years have been tough and we still face many unique challenges, but I think we all want the same thing — a vibrant, people-friendly community where our families can thrive. We want a great education for our kids, we want training and higher learning opportunities, we want jobs we like, we Duncan Webb – Labour I choose to live in Christchurch because it will become the best place for my family. Labour’s plan – $300 million for the people of Christchurch to choose how they progress our rebuild, an inquiry into EQC, and compensation for undue delays by insurers – puts Christchurch and Cantabrians first. As a lawyer helping homeowners battle for justice I’ve seen what people are still up against. Nuk Korako National list MP based in the Port Hills A E P 6/950 Ferry Road, Ferrymead nuk.korakomp@parliament.govt.nz 03 384 0008 facebook.com/nukkorako.PortHills korako.co.nz Funded by the Parliamentary Service and authorised by Nuk Korako, 6/950 Ferry Road, Ferrymead, Christchurch want support services, solid infrastructure and a safe place to relax and enjoy ourselves. Christchurch continues Six years after the earthquakes, our people and our city are still floundering; that’s scandalous. The job is not finished. to go from strength to strength, with strong job growth, more visitors and regeneration plans well under way. But, there’s plenty more to be done. That’s why I’ll be out over the next 11 days knocking on doors, speaking to local groups, attending events and connecting with as many people as possible. I’m committed to helping Christchurch get back on its feet and ensuring it’s a great place for everyone to live, work and play. Investing in the city also means investing in health. Labour will properly fund health, especially mental health. A strong city is one where people can get the help – whether that is surgery, or counselling – they need, especially our children. Let’s get this fixed. I’m proud to be part of a Labour team that has the vision to help make Christchurch the great place we know it can be for the future. Still Pedalling! Full Workshop Services: • WOF’s • Service Checks • Wheel Alignment • Brakes • Clutches • Tyres etc All makes & models Trevor Crowe’s been involved with cars for a while. You can benefit from his experience at... Subaru Specialists 518 Moorhouse Ave (East end) | P: 379 7615 W: crowesport.co.nz | E: service@crowesport.co.nz Open 7 days Cnr Hoon Hay & Coppell place phone 338 2534, Fax 339 8624 e. mcmasterandheap@yahoo.co.nz www.mcmasterheap.co.nz McMaster & Heap
SOUTHERN VIEW Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Tuesday September 12 2017 5 Christchurch Central electorate Peter Richardson - Green Party Kia ora koutou. I am standing as the Green Party candidate for Christchurch Central because I believe in the Green Party’s principles of environmental wisdom, social justice and community decision-making. I am a partner at Linwood Law, living in Mairehau and married with three adult children. I have been involved in the campaign to protect Canterbury’s waterways and aquifers, and have built social housing in the city. In Government the Green Party will fight to protect our environment, lift the most disadvantaged out of poverty, and tackle the pressing issue of climate change. We can do these things while transforming our economy from its present low wage, low value, polluting model, to a model that encourages innovation, productivity, high wages and clean technology. Our policies are fully costed and financially responsible. Please give your party vote to the Greens on September 23. We need a new Government with a strong green heart. Doug Hill – The Opportunities Party At 24, I am the youngest candidate in The Opportunities Party and I am enthusiastic about encouraging New Zealanders to look forward beyond just the next three years. In order to prosper as a nation, we need to place our votes to help secure a better future for New Zealand. I grew up in Paraparaumu and moved to Christchurch to begin university in February 2011, just days before the second quake. Six-and-a-half years later, I have completed my Master’s degree in Biological Sciences at the University of Canterbury. TOP’s evidenced-based policy resonates with my science background, and their non-partisan approach is a breath of fresh air. If we want to address housing affordability, poverty, environmental degradation, and our mental health crisis in earnest, then we need comprehensive and evidence-based policies to address these issues at the root. TOP has these policies, but we need your support. Ian Gaskin – United Future United Future is leading the debate on drug law reform. If I’m elected to represent Christchurch Central I will likely be a government coalition partner and be able to change the law. By enabling drug addicts to get drugs on prescription we will see a major reduction in crime. By allowing class C drugs to be sold a large new cash flow will assist the Government. 1080 poison. We can farm opossum and use the 30 million possum in the wild as foundation stock. Worldwide fine fur is a $80 billion dollar industry. We can feed farmed possum with hydroponic grown freshwater seaweed and watercress, this will help clean rivers. This will bring 10000 jobs to rural South Island towns. I’m 62-years-old and have been living in Christchurch since before the earthquakes. I have been involved with United Future for over 30 years. Janine Shufflebotham - Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party The Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party has been around for 21 years and exists to legalise cannabis for recreational, spiritual, medical and industrial purposes. To empower people to work together for peace and true justice and to institute a proper and just balance between the power of the state and the rights and dignity of the individual. We believe adults have the right to freedom of choice unless that choice harms others or the planet. Cannabis is the third most widely used recreational drug in New Zealand after alcohol and tobacco and the most widely used illegal drug in a population of more than four million. 13.4% of those between age of 16 and 64 use cannabis this ranks us the ninth highest cannabis consumption in the world. •More candidates, pages 6, 7 & 8 Follow us on Facebook @Dream Doors Christchurch for design inspiration Amazing Kitchen Facelifts! • Replacement doors • Drawer fronts • panels & bench tops • or a complete brand new kitchen, all made to measure. Ph 03 338 1081 adrian@dreamdoors.co.nz FILL UP FOR LESS THIS SEPTEMBER WITH YOUR SUPERGOLD CARD. 111-115 Milton Street Phone 332-6056 as local as you are | www.challenge.net.nz FOR YOUR NEW HOME OR RENOVATION Blinds Curtains Shutters Awnings Screens up to 40% off (for a limited time only) 12 Months Interest Free (Terms and conditions apply) 0800 836 587 www.venluree.co.nz Mobile Van Service
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