Kaipatiki Summer Fun Programme
Kaipatiki Summer Fun Programme this week...
11th Monday Preschool Play Marlborough Park 10am
11th Monday Calliope Run Walk Northcote Tavern 6.15pm
12th Tuesday Preschool Play Normanton Reserve 10am
14th Thursday Preschool Play Onepoto Playcentre 10am
14th Thursday Preschool Play Marlborough Park 10am
16th Saturday Families in Parks Monarch Park 5pm
16th Saturday Movie: Moana Greenslade Reserve 8pm
17th Sunday Families in Parks Tui Park 3pm
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.
ENGLISH CHAT GROUP π Forrest Hill Church, 151 Forrest Hill Road, Forrest Hill
*CHAT GROUP CLOSED TODAY LABOUR DAY * See you next Monday 4th Nov. Join us to improve your English π No skill level required. We have 2 sessions. Its up to you, attend both or choose one that is convenient for you πThe morning session is 10am - 12pm or the evening session is 7pm - 8.30pm. Meet others, join in our conversations, fun & laughter is guaranteed! Tea βοΈπͺ & biscuits provided. Easy parking outside the door. We welcome anyone and bring a friend if you wish. A gold coin donation greatly appreciated to cover costs, but not necessary. See you there! π Cheers Helen
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!