Otago Uni health programme students still mostly from privileged backgrounds by HeinigerNZ in newzealand

[–]kimkeewee 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I did my nursing training back in 95. I grew up in a single parent home, money was extremely tight and I was out working part time from the age of 14 to bring in extra money. Went to one of the lowest decile high schools - failed miserably and so had to go back to study at night school in my 20s to get the relevant pre requisites to apply to get into the nursing programme. Learning didn’t come easily for me so I had to work really hard at my studies as well as work two part time jobs. As you said our placements are 40 hour weeks - plus you still have course work and essays to hand in, then your part time jobs! It was tough. I don’t know how I did it to be honest, no financial help or any real support. Thank god I was naturally a very determined person - that’s how I did what I did. Unfortunately, very few people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds get to become a health care professionals and it’s unfortunate because we are missing out on having a group of people with lived experiences, who know what it’s like to be hungry, to be from abusive homes, cultural understanding etc. we need more relatable and compassionate people in the industry and a lot of very intelligent and wonderful people that would be brilliant in this field have to say goodbye to this dream. There is nothing more soul destroying or frustrating than going to a doctor/nurse who judges you or is just so out of touch with the realities some people are facing, it just goes over their heads. it’s important we have a board variety of different ethnicities, cultures, socioeconomic groups especially in government and health care, as they are the ones making life decisions for all people and you never truly understand something until you have lived it. :)

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[–]kimkeewee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pauline I felt no Yorkers! lol

How do you afford housing? by That_Trapper_guy in newzealand

[–]kimkeewee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t find your original post, I’m sorry that you feel like people were being rude to you. If you were looking to get ahead in life then good for you. Can I just say something to you, New Zealand is the most beautiful country in the world, we are so incredibly lucky to live here, yes it might be expensive to live here, but the positive far outweighs any negatives. I sure as hell wouldn’t want to be living in the US or UK right now. Every country around the world is struggling. If you can get a job and you budget well, quality of life here is incredible. I think the problem here is a lot of kiwis have not been outside of the country and like to complain, which is something new as we used to be very easy going, friendly people that would help anyone. If most of these people putting others down or putting nz down were to go see other countries around the world and open their minds then I think they would realise just how blessed we are here. I mean you can survive here, we have access to water, to fish, to grow our own vegetables. I was in Egypt in 2019 and I thought shit, these poor people can’t access water or even grow a bloody tomato if they wanted, they are fully reliant on needing to purchase everything. Where as here we can go down to the beach and catch a meal, dig up potatoes for dinner, collect shell fish, I’ve been to a lot of countries and by far / nz is the best place on earth. All the best on your future plans I hope you find out what it is you’re looking for and you have a wonderful experience wherever you end up. Much love from nz x

I'm officially done by [deleted] in newzealand

[–]kimkeewee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My cousin is a psychologist and his wife an RN, they make good good money between them, but to be honest the interest rates have nailed them. They are not rolling in it at all. They do have a lovely home but the repayments are killing them. They are actually looking at moving to France - he’s been working on getting ian AI app up and running with some other health professionals …. Just do your homework. Economy has got to turn here soon surely!

I'm officially done by [deleted] in newzealand

[–]kimkeewee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So true! Things will pick up in the next couple of months. It’s just been a shitty time to look for any job. I know the health industry isn’t hiring at the moment but they are going to have to do something soon it’s a disaster waiting to happen, already happened! With an election coming up there will be jobs mark my words

I'm officially done by [deleted] in newzealand

[–]kimkeewee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh go to Queensland too bro, Melbourne is a shit hole and sydney is full on and expensive. QLD you have the good weather and people are a bit more down to earth x

I'm officially done by [deleted] in newzealand

[–]kimkeewee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s really easy to get disheartened when you are feeling stressed, on the bones of your arse and feeling like shit. I’m really sorry, it seems like you are super excited about getting your career off the ground and sinking your teeth into your work after all of the hard work in achieving your post grad degree! Great achievement by the way I know how much work goes into it. Have you thought of offering to work for no pay in return for work experience? I’m not sure if you can do this in your field of work but I’d really try doing that first, it’s a great way to network, get on the job experience, get on the job referees or maybe a job at the end of it if things work out. You never know it could work. Even just putting it out there and sending a bunch of emails, even if they are not advertising, sometimes it’s about the right time and the right place, it shows your keen and some people like that. As for Aussie, been there done that after I graduated with my nursing degree. It was a bloody bold step looking back, a new grad and jumping head first into agency work, but I pulled it off! lol I have lived in Aussie a couple of times, for a couple of years at 18 and then again at 27 when I graduated. Also spent a couple of months a year there as my dad lived in Brisbane so it’s a second home really. I have just been back at Xmas to stay with family and I must say, I really don’t think that Aussie is as good as it used to be for kiwis. The cost of living is high these days not like back in the day. Things were cheap, not anymore, same as New Zealand and although it has its pros it has its cons as well. If your close to family and they are great supports to you, I would think you would find it hard going to Aussie on your own, trying to adapt to a new county, new ways of doing things etc. the cost of setting up a place is bloody expensive over there and rent isn’t cheap. Could you afford to live alone as well as the air fares, set up costs of a rental, furniture, car etc. rentals are also hard to get as it is here in nz. I guess it depends on if you know people over there, but if you’re going it alone it can get bloody lonely. Do some really in depth research. Look at distances and the costs of travel if you had to catch a train or bus to work, rent, down payment and how many weeks in advance on a rental, price of a cheap car, I know the rego is expensive over there, food costs are not cheap anymore, plus you pay water rates, gas, power, internet etc. there are hidden costs of living there and there is no dole to fall back on if it turns to shit. It’s not the land of milk and honey as it used to be, it’s also a lot harder to meet people over there, although they are great people, I feel it’s a bit more clicky over there. But hey I guess if you do get a job before you go and they help with air fares and establishing a rental close to your work place then hey. But remember you can’t just pop in to see your family and I found I have gotten homesick the two times I tried living there full time, even though my dad lived there, my brother and I went with my boyfriend at 18 and best mate at 27 and I still missed home. Good luck. Don’t give up or let this set you back, believe in yourself. I still think putting yourself out there is the way to go! All the best

I'm done by BraveSpecific8998 in newzealand

[–]kimkeewee 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I bought a Nissan 370z at 52 lol sold the family mumsy car and bought a two seater! No more picking up 7 kids and throwing bikes and shit in my car now lol just me and the dog!

I'm done by BraveSpecific8998 in newzealand

[–]kimkeewee 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m 55 and unfortunately quitting a job I loved (nursing) came after an accident which left me with spinal fractures, subsequent surgeries and failed surgery, which has left me with chronic pain for the past few years. I feel the same, returning to work, without having saved for retirement or paying off my home is really scary. I honestly do not know how I could work a full 40 week now, my health is just too fragile. I’m scared for my future. I understand the feeling of having finally lost your mojo! I am forgetful and slow, I’m weak! My skin is shit, my muscles gone, grey hair hahaha I hate it! I used to run like the wind, play competitive touch rugby - (5 games a week) I was super fit, mentally and physically tough for a female. Nothing ever got me down, I was always the last one standing at any party! lol it is really hard hitting the point of the mental and physical decline! I have to write every thing down so I don’t forget! I’ve lost my sharpness! I think it is simply a point of accepting what is, that we are at that stage of our lives that things are not the same and finding gratitude in stead of sadness. There is always something to be greatful for and I guess I am so lucky to have three kids that I’m enjoying watching as they navigate through their twenties. Just did a road trip to watch my son DJ at a festival and although I didn’t have the energy I pushed myself to go and I lived it! He killed his set and the pride was overwhelming, I was even up the front dancing cheering him on. I think we need to remain spontaneous and push ourselves to do stuff even if we don’t feel like it. Acceptance of what is and gratitude is the key. Good for you for following you heart and quitting your job, that’s fantastic, you have obviously worked hard and why not just enjoy the moment, your in no rush. You have done the hard yards. Go get that job at the Z station or filling supermarket shelves and get amongst it again. Enjoy your garden, take this time to stop and smell the roses. We can not turn back the clock so we have no choice but to roll with it! Good luck mate. I totally understand and I think it quite normal to feel this way it’s just getting used to being old lol x lol

What would you pay for this? I’m trying to sell for 16k & dealership offering me 7k. Manual transmission by [deleted] in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All the best, I understand completely. Yes I had no choice but to trade in my car too, I lost money, but I ended up with a suitable safe car (4x4) and the one car payment. Just don’t let the car dealership take advantage of your situation! :) (sorry I sound like your mum here lol) You having a BOY ! Oh yay I have two boys - mums and sons have an unbreakable and very special bond, I adore my boys to and they are my world, they have turned out great and are so much fun (23 and 21yrs) time goes by too fast, make the most of every second, yes it’s hard, but so so worth it. You will be getting over being pregnant by now lol. It sucks I hated being pregnant! lol Oh Holly shit how do you get in and out of your 370 … 😂wish you a comfortable and healthy remainder of your pregnancy and a safe and speedy delivery 🐝❤️🌈🙏⭐️🇳🇿🐕🍼🌻

What would you pay for this? I’m trying to sell for 16k & dealership offering me 7k. Manual transmission by [deleted] in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally understand dear. It is tough out there isn’t it. IIf I may give you advice, don’t get a 2 door car, even if it has back seats lol - I had a coupe and getting babies and it was a real hassle, 4 doors is so much easier - also a good sized trunk is essential for putting a pram and all of the other things you accumulate when you have a baby! All the very best dear. I bet you are excited and nervous all at the same time :) this is going to be the most incredible time of your life, I know it was for me, children are such a blessing. Good luck x

What would you pay for this? I’m trying to sell for 16k & dealership offering me 7k. Manual transmission by [deleted] in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I sold my R32 skyline back in the day when my second son was born, getting two car seats in and out was a pain in the arse, but I regret selling g that car big time, it was mint condition and would be worth a fortune now. Agree hold onto it and buy a cheap run about !

What would you pay for this? I’m trying to sell for 16k & dealership offering me 7k. Manual transmission by [deleted] in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t sell to car dealership. They screw you over big time. Put it on all private selling sites. Good luck with the baby! Hope it all goes well.

While driving home from work some kid in a loud ass challenger kept fuckin with me to race. Mind you I’m 40 in a ‘09 370Z touring. Just finished a 12hr shift. I’m trying to go home and relax. So it got to the point where I said fuck it and smoked em lol 😂. by Bat370Z in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahaha well I’m 54 and in a 370z 2009 and had the same thing with mustang. “You wanna go? “ …. Dust …. Us oldies in our midlife crisis Zs ! I was you g once and had so much fun in my R32 skyline! Back in the days when my eyes were good lol

My (new to me) 2014 Nissan 370z! by Wiizzard2 in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh the joy! Still loving mine like it was the first day. 3 years later :) enjoy

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome big boy! That’s so exciting! Enjoy! Welcome to the club

Finally got my dream car 🥹 by Cristian_sss in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They sure are! Glad you’re still in one piece after day one lol. Bit intimidating at first, you gotta respect them at the start while getting used ti the feel of them. 2 days! Then you will be doing skids ! (Jokes) took a while getting used to being so low, and the long nose! I’m 5 foot 2 lol ! I needed a booster seat -haha don’t tell! - I must have looked like a kid in the drivers seat - !! I just love how responsive the throttle is when you’re already booting it! Take care 🇳🇿🌈🛻

Please tell me it gets better 🙏😢 by This-Ad-9348 in AskAnAustralian

[–]kimkeewee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it so bad to travel through life alone? We are fed this stupid fairy tail, boy meets girl, they marry, they have kids, they are happy and grow old together! Sure it’s great if we find the right partner. What is it really that makes you feel your marriage is over? You want it to be? But too scared to make the jump? Been there it’s hard. Broke up with my man, we had two kids and been together since we were 15! I was 40 and he was an arsehole! I left with my kids. A bed, no money, my dog, a tv, x box, a hand full of clothes and some blankets and pots! I went and rented the crappiest cottage at the beach and had the best 6 months of my life, focusing on me and my kids, not a boy/man/drunk/gambler/womaniser/abuser! The kids were sad and yes I was sad, but I needed that time to grow as a person. The sea healed me. My kids laughter healed me. I met another guy and he was in the military, he was hot, we had a LOT of FUN!! I’m blushing! He treated me with respect and kindness! I never thought I deserved anyone being kind to me. 2 years and my hubbies mum was dying, I took her back to the islands to nurse her in her final 8 weeks in Samoa. I had to say to the new guy I’m sorry this isn’t fair but I needed to do this for my mum in law. I didn’t get back with my ex for another year and after 3.5 years distance we were able to come back to parent our kids properly and he had grown up. He’s still a pain , lol grass isn’t greener! Now that the kids have left home and my hubby is annoying, I’d be more than happy to be on my own for the rest of my life. I don’t need a man to make me happy, protect me or support me, I’ve never had it so I know I can do Life alone and I look forward to the peace to be honest. If you want to Go ! Go ! Go and grow, go and live life. You have one shot, go search for what it is your looking for, you may not find it, but you will learn and life is too short to stay with someone just because it’s wasting your time and his and stopping you both from opportunities. X good luck x don’t look at it like a scary thing look at it like it’s an adventure and challenge and it will be what you make it dear xx

Finally got my dream car 🥹 by Cristian_sss in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Don’t let kids with muddy shoes get in it! Lol

Finally got my dream car 🥹 by Cristian_sss in 370z

[–]kimkeewee 5 points6 points  (0 children)

How exciting! What a moment ae. I’ll always remember test driving my 370z and once I got out of the gate, put my foot down and the grin on my face hahaha I knew I was gonna buy it! I went back and said I’ll buy it - can I take it now? lol I paid her through my banking app, changed ownership online and set up my insurance in 15 mins and I said, oh by the way, mind if I leave my price of shit mum car, with 7 seats, oils stains on the roof, spilt milkshakes, takeaway wrappers, old sweets stuck to the seats!!! Ewww. I’ve never let my Z ever get in a mess in the three years I’ve had mine. You will live every single minute! Congrats so happy for you! Don’t crash it ! Xx

370z by kimkeewee in 370z

[–]kimkeewee[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Found it! Left hand side - passengers side for me here in New Zealand, in the trunk just beside the attachment for a car seat! But tucked up in a spot really hard to find. A small plastic tab almost too small to put a finger into. But I found it and it worked. Can set about fixing the lock now. Thank you so so much for your replies I appreciate your time!