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31 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 … View moreThis 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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24 days ago

Ryman thanked for fundraising efforts

Diana Isaac Retirement Village

Ryman Healthcare has donated $466,640 to Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand while announcing Hato Hone St John as its new charity partner.

Ryman’s Executive Chair, Dean Hamilton, presented the cheque to the charity at a special event held at Murray Halberg Village in Auckland.

Tim … View more
Ryman Healthcare has donated $466,640 to Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand while announcing Hato Hone St John as its new charity partner.

Ryman’s Executive Chair, Dean Hamilton, presented the cheque to the charity at a special event held at Murray Halberg Village in Auckland.

Tim Edmonds, CEO of Leukemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand, described the donation as ’vitally important’ to the work the charity does.

Click read more for the full article.

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24 days ago

Planning an outdoor burn? Check the rules before you light up:

The Team from Environment Canterbury

🏠 Properties under 2 hectares: Can't burn outdoors. Compost, mulch or take it to a transfer station.
🏡 Properties over 2 hectares: Only burn dry vegetation (less than 25% moisture content), paper and cardboard. No rubbish or inorganic material.

Check 👉 ecan.govt.nz/outdoorburning

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24 days ago

Looking to fundraise?

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24 days ago

$100 Petrol vouchers go to...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to this week's winners:

Sam Fuller from Red Beach

Johanna Mortis from Saint Clair

Matthew Hardy from Kelburn

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Congratulations to this week's winners:

Sam Fuller from Red Beach

Johanna Mortis from Saint Clair

Matthew Hardy from Kelburn

Anne Fahey from Woolston

They've each won a $100 petrol voucher.

If you're a winner, get in touch here.

Not a winner this week? There's always next week!

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25 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

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Enjoy relaxed living in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.

For just $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home, valued at over $1 million.

You can make this property your permanent residence, a holiday retreat, a rental, or simply sell it!

Get your tickets… View more
Enjoy relaxed living in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.

For just $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home, valued at over $1 million.

You can make this property your permanent residence, a holiday retreat, a rental, or simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Find out more

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43 days ago

Six tips for improving security around your home

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.

2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them … View more
1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.

2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.

3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.

4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.

5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.

6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely they’ll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property

Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.

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28 days ago

Unwanted computer

Phill from Aranui

Hey guys anybody have a computer laying round not being used would love to take it off ur hands

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28 days ago

Nintendo dsi

Phill from Aranui

White nintendo dsi molded download any game u like for free comes with about 100 games already on an SD card open to offers

Negotiable

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28 days ago

Xbox 360

Phill from Aranui

Xbox 360 2 controllers 2 spare battery packs 21 games open to offers txt me 02041360591

Negotiable

28 days ago

Wallflowers

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Take on the terracotta trend and sculpt a unique floral feature painted in Resene FX Paint Effects Medium, Resene Sakura and Resene Apple Blossom. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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28 days ago

Shaken and stirred

Resene

Revamp an old trolley for drinks with a twist with Resene Enamacryl. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

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30 days ago

Electrician wanted

Gareth from Burwood

Can anyone recommend a decently priced sparky?
Want a new circuit in kitchen.

38 days ago

Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
  • 24.1% Yes
    24.1% Complete
  • 75.1% No
    75.1% Complete
  • 0.8% Other - I'll share below
    0.8% Complete
3610 votes
33 days ago

Volunteer available,

Anneke from Burwood

Hi All,
I am keen to do volunteer driving, whether it be meals on wheels, or just helping in the community getting people to their appointments, or kids to school etc. All I ask is gas money.
Available at short notice please email cosmicford@gmail.com
I am also looking for part time (rostered, … View more
Hi All,
I am keen to do volunteer driving, whether it be meals on wheels, or just helping in the community getting people to their appointments, or kids to school etc. All I ask is gas money.
Available at short notice please email cosmicford@gmail.com
I am also looking for part time (rostered, on-call, casual, contracted) work driving. I have classes 1, 2, 4, W, T, R, F. (D expired, can redo and currently studying to do my 5L).

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