Italy in a Garden in Canterbury
We may not be able to lounge under the Tuscan sun yet but the Friends of Christchurch Symphony Orchestra are bringing Italy to Canterbury in their fundraising event Italy in a Garden 11.00am - 4.00pm next Sunday 21st November at Casa Rossa, West Melton. Conducted tour of an Italian style garden with magnificent sculptures, floral art demonstrations, music performances and a hamper raffle.
Tickets $30 at www.cso.co.nz...
You can also order a picnic lunch or high tea for $20 to be collected on the day. Hummingbird coffee will be available for purchase.
For more info call Lorraine on 021 583 783
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!
Christmas tour
My plans have changed and I am looking for a short tour over the Christmas period any suggestions?
Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.
Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.
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23.8% Yes
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75.5% No
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0.7% Other - I'll share below
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