2228 days ago

Papanui High School Furniture Polishing and Restoration Course

Bryan and Barbara Roper from Papanui High School Adult and Community Education

Do you have a special piece of furniture that needs some TLC to return it to its former glory. Papanui High School is running a Furniture Polishing and Restoration class where students will learn the basics of stripping, sanding and repolishing their own items of furniture. This is a hands on course and students will need to bring an item of furniture eg a chair, coffee table, nest of tables, tea wagon etc to work on. The course is being taught by Mike Fullen from Seatons French Polishers and will be held at Papanui High School on Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 September 9 am - 4 pm both days the course fee is $203 and includes the cost of materials. For further information and enrolment please visit our website www.papanui.school.nz... or email Barbara Roper rpb@papanui.school.nz or telephone our office on 033520701.

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20 hours ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 70% Yes
    70% Complete
  • 27.1% No
    27.1% Complete
  • 2.8% Other - I'll share below
    2.8% Complete
808 votes
4 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?

Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.

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How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
  • 26.8% I love it!
    26.8% Complete
  • 31.4% Only in designated areas
    31.4% Complete
  • 41.8% No, it should be outdoors only.
    41.8% Complete
3098 votes
20 hours ago

Happy Friday everyone, here's a riddle to round out your week 🥳

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

You measure my life in hours, and I serve you by expiring.
I'm quick when I'm thin and slow when I'm fat.
The wind is my enemy.
What am I?

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