Week 7, Term 2, 2018

Sore Throat

Sore throat/Rheumatic Fever (Strep throat)

At this time of year when students are effected by colds and sore throats it is timely to remind families about the more serious health risks of strep throat which can occur. Please read the information provided by the Ministry of Health by clicking here.

Ag Day Information                                                                 

An Important Message for Rural Schools - Mycoplasma Bovis (Mbovis)
As many parents and whanau are starting to think about calf club days and pet days, below is advice from the Ministry for Primary Industries that is appropriate for schools. This advice includes useful information about purchasing calves.  We trust that all families bringing calves to Ag Day follow this advice.  If you are unsure or require any further information on Mbovis, you are invited to contact Elizabeth Taylor at the Ministry for primary Industries (MPI).

Any calves that are under movement restriction on surveillance farms will not be allowed to leave a property without a permit. Calves that are under surveillance (undergoing testing and not under movement restriction) are free to move and are low risk for spreading the disease – you may want to consider waiting until testing is complete before making a decision. Calves from properties that have had no contact from MPI are free to move.

If you are looking to purchase a calf, the best action that you can take is to buy animals from the source where as much as possible is known about the animals and their movement histories, and to speak directly with previous owners and sellers.

The following links outline the minimum requirements for managing biosecurity on farm. It is imperative that you  are  aware of our recommendations.
• http://www.mpi.govt.nz/travel-and-recreation/outdoor-activities/check-clean-dry/
• http://www.mpi.govt.nz/protection-and-response/responding/alerts/mycoplasma-bovis/
• http://www.mpi.govt.nz/protection-and-response/responding/alerts/mycoplasma-bovis/advice-for-farmers-rural-contractors-and-transporters/

Mbovis2017 2018 Liaison
Elizabeth Taylor
Mycoplasma Bovis Response Liaison
Phone: 0800-008 333

CHICKENS - Agriculture Day 2018

The time has come around again to place your orders for Chickens for our Annual Agriculture Day ( Calf & Lamb Club Day ). This year Agriculture Day will be held on

Thursday ( 18 October 2pm-7.30pm ).

If you would like to purchase a chicken/chickens, please complete the slip below, and return to school with the money by 10 o’clock Wednesday 4th July 2018. (Unfortunately we will not be able to take any late orders after this date).

The chickens will be ready for delivery during the first week of term three - Wednesday 25th July) – approximately 12.30’sh – time will be confirmed.

Please note the following:

• The chickens are pullets and they will be 8 days old at the time of delivery
• The cost will be $7.00 each

N/B Children cannot enter home hatched pullets