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Auckland Temple Open House
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are hosting an Open House for the Auckland New Zealand Temple in Manukau, Auckland from 27 February to 22 March (excluding Sundays), where the public is invited to tour the temple and its different rooms.
If you’re … View moreAuckland Temple Open House
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are hosting an Open House for the Auckland New Zealand Temple in Manukau, Auckland from 27 February to 22 March (excluding Sundays), where the public is invited to tour the temple and its different rooms.
If you’re interested in experiencing the Auckland New Zealand Temple, visit our website below to learn more, and to book your spot.
FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer.
Plus, for a limited time, when you… View moreFRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer.
Plus, for a limited time, when you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.
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1. Don’t start what you can’t finish
It’s important to start decluttering when you’re in the right frame of mind to see it through until completion, says Katie. Often, this means enlisting the help of others, such as family, friends, or professionals like Moving On.
Decluttering requires … View more1. Don’t start what you can’t finish
It’s important to start decluttering when you’re in the right frame of mind to see it through until completion, says Katie. Often, this means enlisting the help of others, such as family, friends, or professionals like Moving On.
Decluttering requires a lot of energy. You’ll need to make many decisions, some small and large, so going into the process with a support team can make all the difference.
“Do it properly. You never put your clothes in the washing machine, put it on, and then leave them there for two days. So what you start, finish,”..
2. Tackle photographs and paperwork first
Katie suggests starting with the most important things: paperwork, photographs, and other essential documents. She advises storing these in plastic containers instead of cardboard boxes to minimise the risk of damage.
She also has some tips for the ongoing management of paperwork, as this is often the first type of clutter to quickly build up again.
Create a designated area for mail, for example a basket near your front door.
Set aside a time to sort through your mail every week – and stick to it! Do the same for your email inbox, as digital paperwork can take up a lot of mental space.
Recycle catalogues, magazines, and newspapers quickly. If you like a particular page or article, cut it out instead of keeping the whole booklet.
3. Fix a time
Set aside a specific time to declutter and give others at least a few weeks’ notice. As you’ll likely need plenty of help, inspire those involved to make a fun day out of it. Let them know you’ll provide food and good company. Be specific about when you need them to arrive and how long you think it will take.
“You need to say, listen, when are you available? These are the times we are going to work on the house. We’re going to do it on Saturday three weeks away, let’s start at 10 am, I’ll make a bacon and egg pie,”.
“The more convivial you can make it, the better. You need to get everyone inspired.”
4. Keep only what you use often
The aim of decluttering is to keep only what you use often. If you haven’t used something in the past year, Katie suggests asking yourself these questions:
Do you still need it?
Will you use it again?
Is it worth the space it’s taking up?
5. Stop storing other people’s stuff
“Any clutter you live with should not belong to others,” says Katie.
If you’re still storing other people’s stuff, it’s time to give it back to its rightful owners. It’s no longer your responsibility to hold on to family member’s belongings. Let them know you’re decluttering and give them a reasonable timeframe to collect their things.
6. Share the love
Once you have decided which items you’d like to let go of, look for places or people who might appreciate them.
“There’s so many things you can do with your belongings that can help someone else. I say to people all the time: share the love,” says Katie.
“People are generous. Most people have big hearts and want to share the love. If they’re not going to use it, they’d rather someone else used it. It’s a win-win.”
7. Use your crystal and china
If you have precious family heirlooms sitting in the back of a cupboard gathering dust, Katie believes now is the time to bring these out and enjoy them.
“All of these items were made to be loved,” she says.
If you don’t wish to use them, and your family don’t want them, then it’s better to sell them and buy something you will love to use. That way, another family can enjoy these precious items.
“The beautiful glasses, the china, the silver – use it. That’s my best advice I can give you,” says Katie.
8. Streamline your wardrobe
Katie once worked with a client who had over 50 pairs of black pants. It’s natural to accumulate multiple items of the same clothing over time (Katie says her weakness is white sneakers!). Decluttering is the perfect opportunity to streamline your wardrobe.
“If you haven’t worn it for two years, do you really want it? Maybe you should consider living without it,” advises Katie.
She has two suggestions for managing your wardrobe on an ongoing basis:
Don’t bring anything in unless you take something out.
Every time you wear something, turn the hanger the opposite way. Then in a month or two, assess the hangers to get an idea of what items you’ve actually put on.
9. Tackle your kitchen drawers
The kitchen is another place where clutter can build up quickly. It’s common for people to have four or five of the same thing, for example ladles, wooden spoons, peelers, can openers, and the like.
Katie suggests getting a little box and placing it on your bench. Every time you use something out of your utensil draw, pop it in that box. You’ll likely see that you reach for the same utensils over and over again, while others rarely see the light of day.
She advises keeping your favourites and giving away the rest. In the future, you can always borrow utensils you rarely use from a neighbour.
10. Fully commit to a decluttering routine
After your initial decluttering efforts – for example, to downsize and move into a smaller home or village – it’s important to try to commit to an ongoing decluttering routine. This will help to keep clutter to a minimum over the long term and avoid it building up again.
Katie has some great tips for managing clutter on an ongoing basis:
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Make sure everything has a designated home.
Start to put things away as you go.
Set aside time to sort through clutter every week.
It might take a few weeks to get into a regular routine, but it’s worth the effort. Living in a clutter-free, clean environment is great for your mood and makes life that much easier.
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Katie Fitzpatrick---Professional de-clutterer and moving specialist
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Experience an intimate evening of Latin jazz with the Henrique Morales Trio at The Terraces Restaurant!
Join us for a delightful 3-course dinner and enjoy the authentic Brazilian and Latin jazz of Henrique Morales, a renowned bassist, guitarist, and vocalist.
Tuesday, March 11th at 6:00 … View moreExperience an intimate evening of Latin jazz with the Henrique Morales Trio at The Terraces Restaurant!
Join us for a delightful 3-course dinner and enjoy the authentic Brazilian and Latin jazz of Henrique Morales, a renowned bassist, guitarist, and vocalist.
Tuesday, March 11th at 6:00 PM.
$90 per person includes a glass of bubbly on arrival.
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Auckland Design Week, is on now until 9 March 2025.
The event embodies fresh energy, redefining what design can be – acting as both a cultural lens and a welcoming invitation for everyone, from professionals to enthusiasts, to engage in meaningful conversations about creativity. Whether your … View moreAuckland Design Week, is on now until 9 March 2025.
The event embodies fresh energy, redefining what design can be – acting as both a cultural lens and a welcoming invitation for everyone, from professionals to enthusiasts, to engage in meaningful conversations about creativity. Whether your passion lies in architecture, fashion, graphics and animation, interiors, film and music, UX or the arts, Auckland Design Week 2025 promises something for everyone, reflecting the full spectrum of the city’s design talent and innovation.
Resene will once again be ADW’s Principal Sponsor for 2025, bringing expertise, passion for design and commitment to colour to this year's programme.
Don’t miss out on this transformative event, get your tickets here!
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Anyone who's held down a job or three knows those employed as managers are often not ideally suited to the role. But your relationship with your boss has a massive impact on your work satisfaction, so how do you "manage up" successfully?
My first job in HR was working for Sofia, we… View moreAnyone who's held down a job or three knows those employed as managers are often not ideally suited to the role. But your relationship with your boss has a massive impact on your work satisfaction, so how do you "manage up" successfully?
My first job in HR was working for Sofia, we shared an office in an old run-down building on the outskirts of the CBD. We were working for a company selling photocopiers, but she treated it like we were saving lives. Sofia was always busy and the last to leave the office. She would give me a task, then check in five times before noon to make sure I was doing it her way. She never fully trusted anyone and often redid our work instead of accepting a different approach to her own, or she failed to delegate in the first place. It was exhausting, and I started dreading her emails.
One day, instead of waiting for her check-ins, I decided to send her a detailed progress update each morning. This overcommunication seemed to help her back off and trust me more.
A bad boss equals a bad job
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According to NZ Census data from 2023, the quality of the relationship with your manager has a big impact on overall job satisfaction. Of those who had a bad relationship with their manager, 42% were dissatisfied with their job. By comparison, only 2.8% of those who had a good relationship with their manager were dissatisfied.
Unfortunately, inexperienced and ineffective managers are all too common. In a Careerbuilder.com study 58% of managers said they hadn't received management training before they took the role. Most get promoted for being technically good at their jobs – the one they probably trained years to do. Then comes a promotion and they inherit a team, but when it comes to leading people, so few are adequately trained for the unique challenges that brings. That’s how we get bad bosses. But they're not all bad in the same ways. Below is a description of five types of lousy manager with suggested ways for you to "manage up" or work effectively with yours.
Five types of bosses - and how to work with them
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1. The over worker
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Sofia, who I described above, was an over worker – they're often perfectionists who seem driven by the need to prove something beyond the requirements of the job. The problem is they may also place these unrealistic expectations on their team. This type of manager will frequently micro-manage, involving themselves in tasks outside their remit, and they are definitely not role models when it comes to work/life balance.
How to deal with the over worker:
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This type of boss loves an update, the more regular the better. Get into the habit of letting them know what you're doing and how.
Also, although this boss hates to delegate, they could no doubt do with shedding some duties. So offer to take ownership of tasks and demonstrate your reliability. Eventually they'll be happy to be relieved of some of their load.
Set clear boundaries to avoid being overworked. Just because your boss's work/life balance is out of whack, doesn't mean yours must be. If you've worked an unreasonable number of hours, request (and expect) time in lieu. Turn off your phone after hours and on weekends.
2. The coaster and credit-taker
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The opposite of Sofia was Tim – a classic coaster.
Tim was never busy, was always up for a laugh and left the office at 3pm to play golf. He often "forgot" to do his share of projects, but somehow managed to take credit when things went well. The worst part? Senior management thought he was great because the team was delivering. Meanwhile, his team was stressed and drowning in work.
When his lead developer Hannah came into my office to explain her resentment, my advice was to make her own contributions visible – for example to CC key stakeholders in emails, making it clear who was doing what. Eventually, a senior director noticed this. Hannah came back one day to tell me they’d approached her directly to lead a project –bypassing Tim altogether.
How to deal with the coaster:
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Put your name on your efforts, document your workload, CC other staff members in emails and make sure it's clear who's doing the work in your team.
Politely but firmly set boundaries with your boss over how much of their workload you're prepared to take on.
3. My mate the boss
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When I was on my OE I worked for Janet, in a small team running a local government department. She’s still a friend today, she was so nice. That was the problem at work though, she was too nice. Janet was great to hang out with – we grabbed drinks on Fridays and had a lot of laughs. But at work, she was a pushover. There were two team members who regularly slacked off, missing deadlines, and she never called them out. That meant I had to pick up their workload.
How to deal with an overly matey boss:
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Don't share too much information about your personal life with this boss and subtly make it clear you don't need to know every intimate detail about theirs. (This doesn't mean you can't develop a friendship but, while they're your boss, keep some boundaries in place.)
Keep work drinks and social events professional – drinks are fine, benders not so much.
If problems arise, address them directly and professionally – don't pussyfoot around them the way you might with a friend.
4. Long-time leader
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This is a common type of boss, the one who’s just been in the job too long. They think experience is everything and if there was a badge that could state the years they’d been in the company, they'd be wearing it. They’ve seen everything and been everywhere and as a result they’re a bit bored now but still attached to the status their role brings.
John had been in the company for 25 years, and he loved reminding us of this. Every time I suggested a new approach, he'd shoot it down with, “We’ve always done it this way". It was frustrating because his old-school methods were slowing us down. He'd also lost his passion for the role, he was waiting to retire and as a result tended to have a negative view on everything which stole the joy from my workday too many times.
How to deal with the long-time boss:
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Show respect for their experience. This kind of boss is more likely to accept a new idea if it's presented in a respectful way that acknowledges their input. Find common ground to align your approach with their values.
Use data and logic to justify changes and new ideas. Your boss is less likely to shoot down facts than hunches.
5. The bully boss
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Our last boss type is the most dangerous and sadly still far too common in the workplace. This manager views you as a threat. Often they’ve been over-promoted or they just love the power and control that status brings and let their ego drive their leadership. Their behaviour could relate to lack of training, an innate lack of empathy or a lack of confidence – sometimes all three – and whatever the cause they make it your problem.
The manifestations of this attitude can take many forms, such as talking over you in meetings, dismissing your ideas, taking credit for your work, diminishing your contribution, constantly changing the goal posts so you can’t win, using aggression and force or just eroding your confidence day by day.
The bully boss is by far the hardest boss to work with.
How to deal with a bully boss:
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Always stay calm and professional in your interactions with them (even if they don't). Set firm boundaries regarding how you're prepared to be spoken to.
Document any inappropriate incidents and escalate to the next level of management if necessary.
Don't suffer in silence. Seek support if needed from your HR department or another manager.
Some general tips for every kind of boss
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Clear up the fog: One of the biggest sources of workplace misery is poor communication – workers unsure of what's expected of them leading to frustrated, dissatisfied managers.
If something is unclear, ask for clarification from your manager, repeat back to them what you think they want you to do and ask questions to check for understanding. Not all bosses are good at articulating what it is they expect of you.
Don't let resentment build: Clear up any miscommunication and make sure you air any niggles or issues before they become big.
Don't be a hothead: If you’re frustrated, always wait until you’ve calmed down before having the conversation (or sending the email).
Clearly, these tips work if you’ve got a boss who’s reasonable. We’re not always that lucky. If you’re being bullied the best option is to change that and seek help and support immediately. Otherwise we can find ourselves in situations that don't just impact our careers but affect our confidence and ultimately our health.
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