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New Zealand passport holders have some bad news. The little black book of Kiwi travel has slipped further in the passport power rankings. According to the Henley Passport Index, which tracks the number of visa-free travel options for passport holders, New Zealand has dropped to 9th place in the … View moreNew Zealand passport holders have some bad news. The little black book of Kiwi travel has slipped further in the passport power rankings. According to the Henley Passport Index, which tracks the number of visa-free travel options for passport holders, New Zealand has dropped to 9th place in the global rankings. This is down a place on last year and five whole places since its top ranking in 2015. Japan was top of the list for a third year with visa-free access to an impressive 191 destinations. It outpaced Singapore by one place (190), with which shared the title of world's most powerful passport last year. South Korea holds joint third place with the German EU passport granting access to 189 countries visa-free. Asian passports appear to dominate the list, with European passports representing the remainder of the top spots. With access to an impressive 183 countries New Zealand's passport is firmly in the top ten and still a valuable asset to any international traveller. However, it would appear part of a downward trend for English-speaking countries.
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The Kiwi passport which was ranked 4th in 2015 now shares 9th place with Canada and Australia.
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The UK passport having held the most powerful place on the list in 2015 has slid to eighth position. There is a similar case for American passport holders, which dropped from second place four years ago to the bottom of the top 10. Dr Christian Kaelin the chairman of Henley and Partners called this year's results a "clear argument for the benefits of open-door policies and the introduction of mutually beneficial trade agreements." Japan was a model of this passport power play that allows its citizens to enjoy travel to 191 countries visa-free. "Over the past few years, we have seen the world adapt to mobility as a permanent condition of global life. The latest rankings show that the countries that embrace this reality are thriving, with their citizens enjoying ever-increasing passport power and the array of benefits that come with it," said Dr Kaelin. Another worrying trend is the difference between the top and bottom of the table. With a record 165 country gap between Japan and Afghanistan - the world's least powerful passport – there appears to be a growing gap in the mobility of countries in the league. While Asian passports were consolidating power, the gulf states of the United Arab Emirates(66th) and Saudi Arabia(18th) are slowly climbing the rankings. At the bottom of the list are Somalia, Pakistan, Syria and Afghanistan, which have remained unchanged in the bottom five places for the past three years.
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Remember the days before GPS and Google Maps?
This summer we’re encouraging families who visit the museum to join the ranks of great historical navigators with our free activity Quest of the Navigators.
Using a special map, you can follow our clues to discover what skills, tools and … View moreRemember the days before GPS and Google Maps?
This summer we’re encouraging families who visit the museum to join the ranks of great historical navigators with our free activity Quest of the Navigators.
Using a special map, you can follow our clues to discover what skills, tools and knowledge was used in the pre-digital age, which will help you explore the Museum’s galleries in a fun and interactive way.
Stay the course and you’ll go into the draw to win a special prize pack from the Museum shop!
Collect your map from the information desks in the Grand Foyer of the Museum.
If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.
Unlike any other travel package, this … View moreIf you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.
Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.
Let us know here would you escape with the Editors' Escape via this link and be in to win 1 of 5 double passes to NZ House & Garden House Tours.
Competition closes 15th January 2020.
Celebrating our first pass for 2020! Dagmawi can now apply for more jobs with his restricted licence, and bring family members to hospital appointments. Help us help a former refugee to successfully settle in NZ. Join our team of volunteer driver mentors and support persons for test day! Email … View moreCelebrating our first pass for 2020! Dagmawi can now apply for more jobs with his restricted licence, and bring family members to hospital appointments. Help us help a former refugee to successfully settle in NZ. Join our team of volunteer driver mentors and support persons for test day! Email openroad.migrantaction@gmail.com. Check out open-road.jimdosite.com... for more info about the Open Road Refugee Driver Training Programme.
A 25-year-old man who allegedly hit a cyclist, who then died from his injuries, while being pursued …
The Sunday Star-Times is investigating how parents can best set their children up for financial security, particularly teaching them about spending and saving. We're on the hunt for advice, tips and stories from parents and families. Would you be willing to speak to us, or offer your two … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is investigating how parents can best set their children up for financial security, particularly teaching them about spending and saving. We're on the hunt for advice, tips and stories from parents and families. Would you be willing to speak to us, or offer your two cents? You can reply to this post with a comment, or if you're happy to be interviewed, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.
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Do you know someone who’s fun to be around? Who encourages you? Has a mature attitude? Who loves to help others? They have high integrity and a passion for health and exercise? Club Physical is a dynamic 'Health Club' with a unique vision and… View moreWanted: Reception/Service (28.5 hrs weekly)
Do you know someone who’s fun to be around? Who encourages you? Has a mature attitude? Who loves to help others? They have high integrity and a passion for health and exercise? Club Physical is a dynamic 'Health Club' with a unique vision and has been inspiring Aucklanders' to get active for over 38 years. Club Physical is looking for EIGHT special people to join the team for 2020. This includes Personal Trainers - 3 (Te Atatu/Coast/Birkenhead), Reception/Service (Te Atatu and Birkenhead) and Kids Club (Te Atatu).
Reply to tinar@clubphysical.co.nz
Employee Benefits
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As a Club Physical team member, you will enjoy being among like-minded individuals in a positive and progressive culture. You will also receive full complimentary membership privileges for yourself and your spouse.
Our Core Values
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Personal Integrity and character
Plan your work and work your plan
Deliver what you promise
Develop WIN/WIN relationships
To treat each other and our members as we would like to be treated
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If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community every day, a career with New Zealand Police could be for you. We’re after people with all sorts of backgrounds and life experiences. So, why not use the skills you already have to become a police officer?
Take the … View moreIf you’re looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community every day, a career with New Zealand Police could be for you. We’re after people with all sorts of backgrounds and life experiences. So, why not use the skills you already have to become a police officer?
Take the first step at newcops.co.nz.
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free … View moreDo you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone
We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.
Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Police are asking people not to call the 111 emergency number to report the orange haze in the sky caused by the Australian bush fires. We are currently receiving high numbers of calls related to this. While we appreciate these conditions may be causing concern, the 111 emergency number is for … View morePolice are asking people not to call the 111 emergency number to report the orange haze in the sky caused by the Australian bush fires. We are currently receiving high numbers of calls related to this. While we appreciate these conditions may be causing concern, the 111 emergency number is for instances when:
• Someone is breaking into your house right now
• There is car accident where people might be hurt, or cars are blocking the road
• Someone has been assaulted and the offender is still there
• You are afraid for your safety and or for those around you
• You need an emergency Police response
For further information relating to when to call 111 please go to www.police.govt.nz...
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There are six prizes up for grabs for this year's Canon Amateur Photo Awards. Get snapping, and you could WIN!
We’re in the new year but our SIX60 competition is still going!
There are over 100 tickets that are yet to be claimed so there is plenty left to WIN. Don’t forget about the exclusive concert from one of the supporting acts of the SIX60 tours you could win for your neighbourhood.
To be … View moreWe’re in the new year but our SIX60 competition is still going!
There are over 100 tickets that are yet to be claimed so there is plenty left to WIN. Don’t forget about the exclusive concert from one of the supporting acts of the SIX60 tours you could win for your neighbourhood.
To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here).
We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here).
More than 1.5 million parking tickets have been issued to Aucklanders in the past three years - and most of them were down to pure laziness, Auckland Transport says.
In 2018, AT dished out 503,891 parking tickets. That was less than in 2017 when 510,374 were issued, but 8,229 more than the amount … View moreMore than 1.5 million parking tickets have been issued to Aucklanders in the past three years - and most of them were down to pure laziness, Auckland Transport says.
In 2018, AT dished out 503,891 parking tickets. That was less than in 2017 when 510,374 were issued, but 8,229 more than the amount issued in 2016.
Here's the top 10 streets where you're most likely to get hit with a parking ticket:
1. Princes St, CBD
2. Jellicoe St car park, CBD
3. Ocean View Rd, Waiheke Island
4. Federal St, CBD
5. The Māngere Town Centre
6. Queen St, CBD
7. Hobson St, CBD
8. Union St, CBD
9. Orakau Rd, Māngere
10. Customs St West, CBD.
Have you been caught out at one of these locations? Was it a genuine mistake, or were you being lazy?
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