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1603 days ago

Did you miss out on diagnostic appointments during lockdown?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

People are diagnosed with cancer everyday in New Zealand, but what about during the coronavirus lockdown? We're keen to talk to someone whose diagnostic appointments were put on hold during alert level 4, and how this has affected you. If you are willing to share your story, and be identified, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

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3 days ago

What workplace change would you like to see most?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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1 day ago

Your Daily Brain Workout: Ready to Riddle?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What is 3/7 chicken, 2/3 cat, and 1/2 goat?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

Want to stop seeing riddles in your newsfeed?
Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.

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6 hours ago

Welcome to BestStart Park Green!

Beststart Educare

We're excited to announce the opening of BestStart Park Green, our brand-new early childhood centre in Karaka, coming in 2025!

Designed for children from 3 months to 6 years old, our purpose-built centre is where learning meets play, and every day is an adventure. With spacious classrooms, high-quality resources, and a fun outdoor playground, your child will thrive in an environment that encourages curiosity and growth.

We can't wait to meet you and your whānau!

— The BestStart Park Green Team
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