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The Truth will always come out:
I am so happy for Peggy Burrows. It has been a long and arduous journey for the truth. I taught at Rangiora High School and held Peggy in high regard.
Media Release 14 January 2017
… View moreThe Truth will always come out:
I am so happy for Peggy Burrows. It has been a long and arduous journey for the truth. I taught at Rangiora High School and held Peggy in high regard.
Media Release 14 January 2017
“Relieved” is how dismissed Rangiora High School Principal Peggy Burrows is describing the way she feels about comprehensively winning her unfair dismissal case against Commissioner Beverly Moore.
The decision from the Employment Relations Authority has comprehensively upheld her appeal for wrongful dismissal as Principal of the school she had led for 13 years, awarding her one of the highest awards ever of $150,000 plus costs.
“I believe this was always about getting me out so the Ministry could control the school and its $14M in financial assets. I thought it was vital to protect those assets and advocate for the students, staff and community,” says Mrs Burrows.
The two-week hearing into the employment dispute between Burrows and MOE Commissioner Beverly Moore was heard over seven days beginning on September 13th 2016.
“I am thrilled to have won so definitively however the more than half a million dollars of school money the commissioner has spent on pursuing this case means there are no real winners. That’s money which should have been spent on the students and staff at Rangiora High,” she says. “It was extremely important to me and my family to clear my name and not be remembered for something I did not do. My heartfelt thanks go to the community and teaching staff who stood by me and my family during this very difficult time. I am also very thankful for the overwhelming support I have had locally, nationally and internationally.”
Mrs Burrows said from her home in North Canterbury that she is still considering her options with regards to reinstatement, as the ERA determination did not support her request.
ENDS
There will be no further comment at this time.
Key Points from the Determination:
Unfair dismissal comprehensively upheld, on all three grounds
Had Peggy Burrows not been dismissed she would still have been principal
Peggy Burrows did not contribute in any way to the issues on which the commissioner based her decision to dismiss
There were no grounds for dismissal
Often an award will be reduced as in some way the dismissed person has contributed to the reasons for dismissal, however in this case, no reduction was made as the unfair dismissal was comprehensively upheld.
Clarification:
In April 2015, there were inaccurate reports in the media regarding Mrs Burrows’ attendance at an international conference at Pennsylvania State University in the USA. Mrs Burrows’ attendance was fully sanctioned by the Rangiora High School Board of Trustees, prior to the arrival of commissioner Moore. In addition to annual budgeted professional development funding Mrs Burrows has a fully funded scholarship from the University of Canterbury to undertake this important research into Māori student achievement. There was never any question of impropriety around her participation at this conference.
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The Warehouse is kicking off their fundraising campaign for Life Education Trust. Life Education run learning programmes in schools throughout New Zealand with their signature mascot Harold the Giraffe. To support the great work that Life Education Trust does in the community you can purchase a … View moreThe Warehouse is kicking off their fundraising campaign for Life Education Trust. Life Education run learning programmes in schools throughout New Zealand with their signature mascot Harold the Giraffe. To support the great work that Life Education Trust does in the community you can purchase a Scratch ‘n’ Win ticket at your local store for $2 with proceeds going back to their learning with Harold campaign.
Hi, I’m Alan Lover, your local SBS Bank Mobile Mortgage Manager. Get in touch with me if you’re looking at a new mortgage. I can come to you where and when it suits and will handle the whole process from application right through to settlement.
Contact me anytime on 027 500 5545.
… View moreHi, I’m Alan Lover, your local SBS Bank Mobile Mortgage Manager. Get in touch with me if you’re looking at a new mortgage. I can come to you where and when it suits and will handle the whole process from application right through to settlement.
Contact me anytime on 027 500 5545.
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From old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!
It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus … View moreFrom old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!
It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus you'll have a chance to meet one of your friendly neighbours. Here's a few tips and tricks to make your sale is a quick and easy one:
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Recently there's been a lot of media and Neighbourly discussion around begging. How do you feel about people begging in your community? Do you reach into your pockets? Maybe you support organisations working with those who need a helping hand. Share your position below.
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Did you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from … View moreDid you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from your Neighbourly noticeboard. It's also a great way to directly contact local organisations, businesses or media!
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How to send a private message:
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There's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or… View moreThere's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products!
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Citizens Advice Bureau has a branch based here at the Hornby Community Centre. They are a wonderful team of volunteers and provide a fantastic service for our community. If you have some free time to offer as a volunteer at any of their branches, please contact them. They would love to hear from … View moreCitizens Advice Bureau has a branch based here at the Hornby Community Centre. They are a wonderful team of volunteers and provide a fantastic service for our community. If you have some free time to offer as a volunteer at any of their branches, please contact them. They would love to hear from you.
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Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups … View moreUnite with fellow booklovers, find other fitness fanatics or swap garden goodies!
Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups around New Zealand include gardening, running, babysitter networking, private street groups and puppy playgroups.
House wanted to rent ASAP, must be pet friendly and child friendly and have a garage or shed. Any area around, Weedons or Westmelton, Rolleston etc. 4 bedroom. Will pay up to $600 per week. Does any one pretty please know of any suitable properties?
Filters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle … View moreFilters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle these on and off to customise your Neighbourly experience.
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