Avalon, Lower Hutt

Poll: Should Kiwis be entitled to more sick leave?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

With Covid-19 still a very real risk, people who are unwell are told to stay home, and to keep any sickly kids home too - but what if you don't have any more sick leave owing?

Most Kiwis are entitled to five days of sick leave a year, but some - often those in lower paid jobs - get less.

… View moreWith Covid-19 still a very real risk, people who are unwell are told to stay home, and to keep any sickly kids home too - but what if you don't have any more sick leave owing?

Most Kiwis are entitled to five days of sick leave a year, but some - often those in lower paid jobs - get less.

New Zealand’s minimum sick leave allowance is one of the lowest in the OECD. In Australia they get 10 days, in most European countries it’s even more.

Should Kiwis be entitled to more sick leave?

To read more, click here.

Should Kiwis be entitled to more sick leave?

• Yes, five days is not enough
• No, I never use mine up anyway
• Entitlement should be assessed on a case-by-case basis

Vote View Results

• 59.7% Yes, five days is not enough
  59.7% Complete
• 14.3% No, I never use mine up anyway
  14.3% Complete
• 25.9% Entitlement should be assessed on a case-by-case basis
  25.9% Complete

5716 votes

Paint it red with Resene for Red Nose Day!

Resene

Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

… View moreBuy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwi children. Find my store

New Publication- Dreams Of God- M.A. Jaimy

Jaimy from Naenae

Hi Neighbours,

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101 Life Transforming Stories and Discourses.

E Book Available Now:… View moreHi Neighbours,

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Dunedin's coast: NZ's little slice of "Bali" is full of wildlife

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

With sweeping beaches, hidden caves, seals, penguins and albatross - we think this must be the most underrated stretch of New Zealand. Have you been? Read more on the link below.

Haier fridge freezer .

Christine from Avalon

Fridge freezer for sale.. good condition.. runs well..
No dents.. no scratches.. no broken shelving's...
Shelving's are adjustable. This fridge is no longer needed.. as i have up graded. Pick up is in taita.
Please contact me on my cellphone 0226340041
Selling this for $150.. but … View moreFridge freezer for sale.. good condition.. runs well..
No dents.. no scratches.. no broken shelving's...
Shelving's are adjustable. This fridge is no longer needed.. as i have up graded. Pick up is in taita.
Please contact me on my cellphone 0226340041
Selling this for $150.. but happy to take a ono.

Price: $150

Subscribe to Sunday Star Times

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Ready set, get Upcycling!

Resene

It's time to get your creative caps on and put your decorative DIY skills to great use! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely … View moreIt's time to get your creative caps on and put your decorative DIY skills to great use! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your creations!

Take part in the 2020 Resene Upcycling Awards. There's four great prizes worth $500 are up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card! Get Upcycling now

Bears

Jane from Naenae

Hi Neighbours,Thanku one n all for all the Canned Food dropped to the Pataka today,also kiddies toys,puzzles,games etcSo delighted to have you all help row our Waka to assist needy Families.I have just given my 3 frens a bath n look how gorgeous they look,Now can some one put me in touch with the … View moreHi Neighbours,Thanku one n all for all the Canned Food dropped to the Pataka today,also kiddies toys,puzzles,games etcSo delighted to have you all help row our Waka to assist needy Families.I have just given my 3 frens a bath n look how gorgeous they look,Now can some one put me in touch with the Group who is collecting Bears for Children Over-seas.
If you hava one sitting around and no longer needed just drop him/her off n we will find a loving little arm to give them lottsa cuddles.nga mihi neighbours.

Do you need Regular Gardening Maintenance or Landscaping?

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Problem Gambling Foundation takes aim at council's pokie policy

Matthew Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

Upper Hutt gamblers fed more $10 million into pokie machines over a year but the community got less …

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Former Upper Hutt CBD bank marked for transitional housing centre

Matthew Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

An unoccupied bank building in Upper Hutt’s CBD is being converted into transitional housing as New …

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This one’s for you, Aotearoa!

THANK YOU for coming together as one so we could all stay safe.

REGAINING THE POWER

John & Lyn from Waiwhetu

Regaining the Power course is running at Moera Community House
105 Randwick Crescent, Lower Hutt. Every Monday at 10am to 12 noon, from 20th July to 28 September. Course is free.
It is a series of 10 practical workshops helping you to regain the power over your finances and lifestyle.
Covering … View moreRegaining the Power course is running at Moera Community House
105 Randwick Crescent, Lower Hutt. Every Monday at 10am to 12 noon, from 20th July to 28 September. Course is free.
It is a series of 10 practical workshops helping you to regain the power over your finances and lifestyle.
Covering topic such as gardening, simple repairs, shopping, cooking, budgeting, understanding who are, understanding shame, self esteem etc.
Registration is required for this course, contact 0273499069 or email: emmatlc0712@gmail.com

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