Board Members Wanted: Bayview Community Centre
BOARD MEMBERS WANTED: Nominations are now open for the 2019/2020 term of the Bayview Community Centre Governance Board. If you'd like to be involved in steering the strategic direction of the Centre and have experience in governance, human resources, finances, funding or none of the above but you're passionate about our community and would love to learn, please email me shelleyjpilkington@gmail.com or phone 021 172 7110 to find out more.
The following positions are open for re-election at our AGM on Tuesday, 22 October 2019 (nominations close Tues, 15 October):
* GENERAL BOARD MEMBERS (5 positions): Commitment is one evening meeting a month with a requirement to read reports beforehand, respond to occasional emails and attend occasional adhoc meetings.
In addition to above responsibilities, Board Executive positions are ($50/meeting gratuity applies):
* SECRETARY: Compiles agenda, takes minutes of monthly meeting, receives and sends very occasional correspondence to/from the Board.
* TREASURER: Oversees preparation of monthly reports and presents to the Board, oversees budget and ensures accurate financial accounting, liaise with staff and auditors. Hours count towards CPD.
* CHAIRPERSON: Organises and facilitates meetings, team building, maintains stakeholder relationships, ensures Board adheres to the agreed strategic direction and focuses on good governance.
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
Six tips for improving security around your home
1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.
2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.
3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.
4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.
5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.
6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely they’ll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property
Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.
What workplace change would you like to see most?
This coming Monday is Labour Day in New Zealand. This public holiday marks when the eight-hour workday and 48-hour workweek became law in 1899. The idea started with Samuel Parnell, a carpenter in Wellington, who in 1840 refused to work more than eight hours a day. Since skilled workers were in short supply, his employer had to agree.
As more skilled workers arrived, employers tried to change working conditions, but Parnell and others kept pushing for better rights. In 1890, Parnell led a Labour Day parade of 1,500 people to promote the eight-hour day. He passed away shortly after, and nine years later, Labour Day became an official public holiday.
Do you feel that we have reached the ideal in working environments yet? What rights are you passionate about relating to employment? Share your thoughts!
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