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1987 days ago

"Be Prepared"?

Jane Fisher from Newtown Toastmasters

How do you feel about speaking "off the cuff"? In my opinion, it's one of the things about Toastmasters that can take the most time to master - but it's also the most widely applicable skill. Interviews, meetings and even everyday conversation all call for impromptu speaking skills.

Having to gather your thoughts quickly is one of the biggest challenges about Table Topics. Here are a few tips for next time, from "Saro's Corner".

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1 day ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 69.7% Yes
    69.7% Complete
  • 27% No
    27% Complete
  • 3.2% Other - I'll share below
    3.2% Complete
1080 votes
6 days ago

This one was sent in by your fellow neighbour, can you figure it out?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What is first white then red and the plumper it gets the more the old lady likes it?

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1 day ago

Central city

Ruth from Aro Valley

Was amused to see in the daily that an inner-city resident thought a Central Park would be good to have in Wellington. Not sure how wise it is to advertise its existence as I do appreciate its peace as opposed to the Botanical Gardens, but yes, we do have a large mature park by that name which is accessible by a shortish walk up Willis Street and onto Brooklyn Hill.