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Spring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, … View moreSpring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, including spring onions, silverbeet, broccoli, tamarillos and avocados. Check out our facts and tips on avocados and what else is in-season!
The Tsunami Violin Concert Tour, arriving in Christchurch!
DATE : 12th of September 2017
VENUE : Christchurch Transitional Cathedral
TICKET : Child $10 / Student $15 / Adult $25
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The project - Bonds made of a Thousand Tones.
New Zealand born and raised violin & … View moreThe Tsunami Violin Concert Tour, arriving in Christchurch!
DATE : 12th of September 2017
VENUE : Christchurch Transitional Cathedral
TICKET : Child $10 / Student $15 / Adult $25
www.eventfinda.co.nz...
The project - Bonds made of a Thousand Tones.
New Zealand born and raised violin & piano duo - Isomura Brothers have been given the greatest privilege to perform on this special instrument for the first time in New Zealand.
Tsunami Violin - The Symbol of Hope.
On the 11th of March 2011, a disastrous earthquake and tsunami hit the Tohoku region in Japan. More than 1,700 people died in Rikuzentakata. But for the survivors, a lone miracle pine stands tall as a symbol of hope and strength and now travels the world as a part of a musical instrument.
The miracle pine is known as the "kiseki no ipponmatsu" was the only one that survived the tsunami out of the 70,000 trees that once stood on the coast of Rikuzentakata town. A violin craftsman based in Tokyo, Muneyuki Nakazawa, was granted a special permission to use a small amount of the miracle pine to create the sound post, and driftwood gathered from the coast after the tsunami to make the body of the violin. It was made in remembrance of the deceased and with the aspiration of hope to the survivors of the devastating tragedy.
This is a charity concert - all profit will go towards victims of the 2011 Tohoku Japan Earthquake & Tsunami and the Christchurch Earthquake.
(Supported by the Japanese Society of Canterbury)
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My neighbour is a retired tradesperson with many skills from wallpapering, interior painting, fixing broken tiles, leaky taps, jammed doors and windows. He is happy to help around your home with any odd jobs you have. Also provides a free quote
New Zealand's endemic southern blue butterfly (Zizina oxleyi) is now common only in Otago and Canterbury. Small populations of the southern blue can still be found within the wide distribution of the common blue in the North Island, but their future is unclear.
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Come and support a lovely lady looking to declutter her life and go on the road before she starts treatment for terminal cancer
I have a tv wall mount that I purchased off trademe and never used as it doesn't suit our TV. Max screen weight 30kg. Max screen size 50". If anyone wants this I'm giving away for free. Pickup from Redwood.
Hello, I am a year 13/ 17 years of age looking for an after school job. I have experience with babysitting and also currently working as a swim coach for children. I have my licence, therefore able to transport 'myself' anywhere. If anyone needs a babysitter for after school I would love… View moreHello, I am a year 13/ 17 years of age looking for an after school job. I have experience with babysitting and also currently working as a swim coach for children. I have my licence, therefore able to transport 'myself' anywhere. If anyone needs a babysitter for after school I would love to help out!
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Here's our fifth challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week - we'll be running these over the weekend as well, so only rua more to go.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean … View moreMorena.
Here's our fifth challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week - we'll be running these over the weekend as well, so only rua more to go.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after you've guessed!
A friendly reminder, the Food Lovers Masterclasses are happening next Tuesday and Wednesday. Along with great food waste knowledge, skills and techniques, all attendees receive a goodie bag valued at $100. Spaces are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.
Tuesday 12 September Workshop: … View moreA friendly reminder, the Food Lovers Masterclasses are happening next Tuesday and Wednesday. Along with great food waste knowledge, skills and techniques, all attendees receive a goodie bag valued at $100. Spaces are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.
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Wednesday 13 September Workshop: bit.ly...
Don't forget tomorrow (Sat 9/9) is our monster Garage Sale. Fundraising for our school water polo team. Nothing over $10. Signs will be out from 8am-1pm. Primrose Hill Lane in Regents Park. Too many items to list!!
How many like me think its about time Collier International property management should fix the appalling state of the shopping car park it has several large pot holes which are a safety danger to persons and cars also when it rains they are completely submerged and the parking spaces that are under… View moreHow many like me think its about time Collier International property management should fix the appalling state of the shopping car park it has several large pot holes which are a safety danger to persons and cars also when it rains they are completely submerged and the parking spaces that are under water several days after and access to shops difficult with out gumboots also you risk your car suspension coming in from
Cadbury street as massive hole there. Has anyone got any ideas how we can action this.
Morning All, my wife and I moved into Prestons a year or so ago and at the time everything was all a bit rushed and we just put in a basic garden. Square, plain and not much to get excited about. We are looking for someone who might know a little about landscape design, what plants to put in etc. … View moreMorning All, my wife and I moved into Prestons a year or so ago and at the time everything was all a bit rushed and we just put in a basic garden. Square, plain and not much to get excited about. We are looking for someone who might know a little about landscape design, what plants to put in etc. Thinking of a summer project to redo it all. Any help or recommendations would be appreciated.
Another part of the work Citizens Advice does is to track the sort of calls for help we get and shine a 'spotlight' on areas of concern.
Citizens Advice Bureau releases report that shows many employers are breaking the law
Media Release
7 September 2017
Employers are breaking … View moreAnother part of the work Citizens Advice does is to track the sort of calls for help we get and shine a 'spotlight' on areas of concern.
Citizens Advice Bureau releases report that shows many employers are breaking the law
Media Release
7 September 2017
Employers are breaking the law by denying workers their entitlement to a written employment agreement. Citizens Advice Bureau has produced a report based on the situations of 473 clients who contacted the CAB in the six months from 1 December 2016 to 31 May 2017 who did not have written employment agreements and who were dealing with a range of other breaches of their employment rights.
“When there is no written employment agreement, employees are vulnerable to being treated badly by their employer”, said Jayne McKendry, Social Policy Advisor at Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand. Ms McKendry and her colleagues have looked closely at the 473 enquiries and they are appalled at the very clear breaches of law for these people.
“We have seen situations of employees not being paid wages owed to them, having their hours of work changed without discussion, and even being fired on the spot for taking a day’s sick leave” states Ms McKendry. “These are clear abuses of employees’ rights, rights which are very clearly stated in the law”, McKendry noted.
The CAB acknowledges that having a written employment agreement doesn’t guarantee that minimum standards of employment will be upheld, but they assert that a written agreement is a fundamental starting point for any employment relationship. They are calling on all employers, regardless of the size of their business, to make sure they understand their obligations to their staff.
“If you don’t know what’s legally required of you as an employer, it’s time you found out. There is plenty of information and support available to help you”, asserts McKendry.
CABs have seen many situations where things have gone awry at the end of the employment relationship, something that could have been prevented if there was a written employment agreement giving both parties a clear understanding about giving notice and about treating each other fairly and in good faith. “Having a written employment agreement makes life easier for both employers and employees” McKendry noted.
“CABs have received enquiries from clients who got fired on the spot for having a day off sick, or who’ve been told to either work longer hours or leave, or even for asking for an employment agreement. This is clearly unfair, and unlawful.”
“We’ve also talked to people who’ve just walked off the job with no, or very little, notice. In this situation, not having a written employment agreement doesn’t help the employer either”, Ms McKendry noted.
The Labour Inspectorate has statutory powers to enforce compliance with employment laws but given how widespread non-compliance is, they are seriously under-resourced to be able to respond to every breach. There is also currently nowhere for employees to go to safely report a breach of their rights and know that action will be taken in a way that will not back-fire on them.
The CAB believes that a more integrated cross-government approach is needed to address these issues, both in terms of educating employers and ensuring compliance with minimum employment standards.
The CAB hopes their report will prompt employers to get things in order and make sure every worker has a written employment agreement. “We also hope it will prompt government agencies to think of other ways to educate and upskill employers, to ensure there are consequences for those who knowingly disregard the law, and to make it easier for employees to report breaches of their rights without fear of losing their job if they do. We will certainly be advocating for this every chance we get,” Jayne concluded.
Link to full report attached
Also link on where to find us in Christchurch
Contact: Jayne McKendry, Social Policy Advisor, CABNZ, Phone 04 471 2735
Citizens Advice Bureau is an independent community organisation offering free, confidential and independent information, advice and assistance from 83 locations stretching from Northland to Invercargill. Last year volunteers received over 500,000 enquiries on issues ranging from health and family, immigration, housing and employment to consumer rights.
Christchurch's Redcliffs School will rebuild a new campus following today's Council decision.
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Morena.
Here's our fourth challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week - we'll be running these over the weekend as well, so only toru more to go.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean … View moreMorena.
Here's our fourth challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week - we'll be running these over the weekend as well, so only toru more to go.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after you've guessed!
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