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Each week we want to portrait one stallholder at Thames Market. This time it's Greg with his great selection of pre-loved books -
Greg’s stall embraces the corner Pahau and Pollen Streets. He has been there almost every Saturday for the last 12 years. “I used to help at markets in … View moreEach week we want to portrait one stallholder at Thames Market. This time it's Greg with his great selection of pre-loved books -
Greg’s stall embraces the corner Pahau and Pollen Streets. He has been there almost every Saturday for the last 12 years. “I used to help at markets in Auckland on book stalls”, and when he moved to Thames he decided to run his own stall. “I’m more of a non-fiction man,” he says and the wide range of factual literature on his market tables confirms this. “But I also have a ‘Penguin’ section”, which started out as a table with fiction from that famous publisher and has developed into an admirable selection of hard to find prints. He favours covers of the 1950s and later that tell a story of their own (see picture). Like other stallholders and patrons, he has noticed that ours is “the driest market” with its almost uncanny luck for fine weather. He also values the market’s social interaction and the personal contact with the customers. And if they look for a special title or subject area, be sure Greg will be able to find it.
Lucky we moved to a BIGGER venue!
⭐ Hyundai
⭐ MOTAT
⭐ Sky Solar
⭐ Faculty of Science, University of Auckland
⭐ Tuakana Science students
⭐ Vector Limited
… View moreLucky we moved to a BIGGER venue!
⭐ Hyundai
⭐ MOTAT
⭐ Sky Solar
⭐ Faculty of Science, University of Auckland
⭐ Tuakana Science students
⭐ Vector Limited
⭐ The Curiat
⭐ Green Business HQ
⭐ Waste Solutions
⭐ Sustainable Papakura Trust
⭐ The Open Fort
⭐ Evolocity
⭐ Keep New Zealand Beautiful
⭐ Comet
⭐ Datacom
⭐ Fisher and Paykel Healthcare
⭐ Tertiary Education Commission / Careers New Zealand
⭐ Science Learning Hub / Waikato University
⭐ Z Station
⭐ Auckland Council Sustainable Schools
⭐ Plastic Free
⭐ Squawk Squad
⭐ Taratahi Agriculture
⭐ Live Lightly
⭐ The Sustainability Corporate
⭐ Pacific Vision Aotearoa
⭐ Microsoft
⭐ Media Design School
⭐ AUT
⭐ Outlook for Someday
💫 PLUS, 9 South Auckland Secondary Schools showcasing their environmental innovation projects!
#Tiaki #Tiaki2018 #BeautifulManukau #STEM #Environment #Innovation #ProblemSolving #SouthAucklandYouth #Kaitiaki #SouthAucklandTalent #SouthAucklandSchools #GreenCareers #Science #Technology #Engineering #Maths
With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?
• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up … View moreWith winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?
• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up to a total of 20 days.
• Sick leave can be used when you’re sick or when you need to be off work to look after someone else who is sick or injured (your partner, child, or someone who relies on you for care).
• Even if you’re a part-time or casual worker, you’re still entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave a year (once you’ve worked for 6 months continuously or for an average of 10 hours per week, and at least one hour in every week or 40 hours in every month).
• Your employer can require you to provide a medical certificate if you’re sick for 3 or more days in a row, and you’ll need to pay to get it. If they want proof of sickness sooner then they will have to pay the costs of getting the proof.
These are the minimum sick leave entitlements. Your employer can agree to give you more.
Check out our website for more information about sick leave and other employment rights and responsibilities. If you’ve got questions get in touch with a CAB near you, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or contact us online.
The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.
The land wars of the 1860s saw the confiscation … View moreThe confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.
The land wars of the 1860s saw the confiscation of half a million hectares in Waikato. People were driven from their homes. The second Māori king, Tāwhiao, and his followers became refugees in the King Country.
Find out more about what happened to Waikato-Tainui Raupatu, where you live, and how much the land was settled for - it may surprise.
Who said vegetarians couldn't find a good pie? Pukekohe's Target Bakehouse and Cafe has been given …
Which school will get your vote?
We're excited to announce a new award has been added to the Tiaki 2018 Expo which allows the public (YOU) to vote!
All you need to do is head down to the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau on Friday 10 August 2018 before 12 pm and vote for the school you … View moreWhich school will get your vote?
We're excited to announce a new award has been added to the Tiaki 2018 Expo which allows the public (YOU) to vote!
All you need to do is head down to the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau on Friday 10 August 2018 before 12 pm and vote for the school you think deserves to the People's Choice Award.
#Tiaki #Tiaki2018 #BeautifulManukau #STEM #Environment #Innovation #ProblemSolving #SouthAucklandYouth #Kaitiaki #SouthAucklandTalent #SouthAucklandSchools #GreenCareers #Science #Technology #Engineering #Maths
Every Monday from 2pm until 6pm a Music workshop is run at the Pukekohe Youth Centre. Entry fee is only $5. You can arrive anytime and stay as long as you like. Subjects we cover are:-
-Theory
- Piano Lessons
- Guitar Lessons
- Drums
- Vocal lessons
- Performance skills (join the band)
- … View moreEvery Monday from 2pm until 6pm a Music workshop is run at the Pukekohe Youth Centre. Entry fee is only $5. You can arrive anytime and stay as long as you like. Subjects we cover are:-
-Theory
- Piano Lessons
- Guitar Lessons
- Drums
- Vocal lessons
- Performance skills (join the band)
- Song Writing
- We record songs
We have students aging from 13 to 22 but are open to anyone keen to learn and be apart of the group.
Call me on 0272406124 to answer any questions you may have.
Where else can you get such amazing value for money. See you there.
Cheers Carmella
The Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.
The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.
So go on, encourage your local primary… View moreThe Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.
The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.
So go on, encourage your local primary school to get stuck in. Share your passion for growing fresh, nutritious food and win! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs and it’s really easy to enter.
Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?
This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear … View moreAre there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?
This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear implants.
Loud Shirt Day is a great way to commit serious fashion crimes and have a whole lot of fun. This year's theme is Superheroes, so grab your brightest, funkiest superhero outfits to wow others and raise money for a great cause. Register at loudshirtday.org.nz and we’ll send you a free fundraising pack. It’s that easy!
If you're keen to help kick-start our fundraising efforts, good news! You can donate via Givealittle here.
Thanks for your support,
Ankita
(Loud Shirt Day Coordinator)
Ngā Hau e Whā Marae in Pukekohe has been forced to close its doors and cancel bookings following the…
Hey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?
We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.… View moreHey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?
We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.
Do your power bills come in way higher than your friends and family? Do you know why, or does the amount always take you by surprise? Maybe, like the family who created an effective solar panel heater out of drink cans, or the blogger who enjoys free power generated by a converted washing machine, you've found a creative way to minimise your bills. If so, how do you do it?
Whether your bills are high and you're looking for ways to reduce them, or you have some secrets to low power bills that you're willing to share, we'd love to hear from you. Leave a message in the comments, or email homed@stuff.co.nz.
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Is School Not Working For Your Teen?
This FREE 20 week level 2 Certificate in Arts and Design course will set a great foundation for an exciting start to your future in design.
You will learn a wide range of media techniques such as video, drawing, animation and photography. Create your own … View moreIs School Not Working For Your Teen?
This FREE 20 week level 2 Certificate in Arts and Design course will set a great foundation for an exciting start to your future in design.
You will learn a wide range of media techniques such as video, drawing, animation and photography. Create your own design concepts and collaborate with other students on creative projects – PLUS gain credits towards NCEA level 2 &/or 3 – Enrol NOW Course Starts Next Week!
Successful Graduates from this programme could pathway onto further study in Certificates, Diploma or Degrees in Media Arts.
Be part of an award-winning organisation making a real difference in the community. Support workers are needed to assist clients in their own homes with housework, shopping, meal preparation and showering.
Guaranteed part time hours and casual positions available. Full drivers licence and … View moreBe part of an award-winning organisation making a real difference in the community. Support workers are needed to assist clients in their own homes with housework, shopping, meal preparation and showering.
Guaranteed part time hours and casual positions available. Full drivers licence and reliable vehicle, good communication skills with clear spoken English and New Zealand residency or valid work permit essential. Starting rate from $19.80 per hour.
APPLY TODAY
Email midlands.recruitment@visionwest.org.nz or phone the recruitment line on 07 846 1890
In a recent Stuff article, a mum was charged $55 for being one minute late picking up her child from daycare. What do you think neighbours, is this fair?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
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