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At the Tractor Centre Limited we think it’s important to support our local community whether it be charities like the Westpac Rescue Helicopter or getting involved with school gala’s.
Here’s one of our Polaris Demonstrator machines being used at a local school gala – a bit of wet … View moreAt the Tractor Centre Limited we think it’s important to support our local community whether it be charities like the Westpac Rescue Helicopter or getting involved with school gala’s.
Here’s one of our Polaris Demonstrator machines being used at a local school gala – a bit of wet weather made it more exciting with mud flying.
Research into eyes and eyesight in Aotearoa-New Zealand needs to be visionary.
Which is why the new Vision Research Foundation New Zealand (VRF) has been established – to move beyond the safe and incremental, to attract the funding and knowledge needed to make life-changing discoveries, and to… View moreResearch into eyes and eyesight in Aotearoa-New Zealand needs to be visionary.
Which is why the new Vision Research Foundation New Zealand (VRF) has been established – to move beyond the safe and incremental, to attract the funding and knowledge needed to make life-changing discoveries, and to unlock the potential medical talent shut out by inequity.
Professor Helen Danesh-Meyer founded the Foundation as a charitable trust in 2022 and is now its Scientific Director.
It was established with the support of a generous philanthropist and has since started to attract direct donations and bequests. Now the VRF has set up a philanthropic investment fund at Momentum Waikato, which is open for public donations from anywhere.
“We are at a time when technology is developing faster than most research ideas,” says Helen.
“The Vision Research Foundation is therefore aimed at using those rapidly developing technological advances to disrupt traditional modes of eye care and research.
“Our philosophy is that by challenging established paradigms we can make transformative discoveries in vision science."
See if you qualify for one of our free* study options.
Explore your options:
- First year fees-free if you are new to tertiary study
- Youth Guarantee for 19-24 year olds
- Māori and Pasifika Trades Training for New Zealand Māori or Pasifika aged 16-40 years
- Level 1 and 2 programmes … View moreSee if you qualify for one of our free* study options.
Explore your options:
- First year fees-free if you are new to tertiary study
- Youth Guarantee for 19-24 year olds
- Māori and Pasifika Trades Training for New Zealand Māori or Pasifika aged 16-40 years
- Level 1 and 2 programmes are free*.
Come join us and get more for you, your whānau and your community.
Start July – apply now.
Sam was disengaged and struggling to find meaning in his daily routine of attending school, doing chores, and playing video games. Then, he was invited to join a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme, which introduced him to the outdoors.
After the wilderness adventure, Sam became more confident … View moreSam was disengaged and struggling to find meaning in his daily routine of attending school, doing chores, and playing video games. Then, he was invited to join a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme, which introduced him to the outdoors.
After the wilderness adventure, Sam became more confident and self-assured, and his teachers noticed a positive change in his sociability and willingness to ask questions in class.
He developed a "give-it-a-go" attitude. Inspired by his newfound passion for the outdoors, Sam plans to join the New Zealand Defence Force after finishing school.
Support young people like Sam by donating today.
* Nominations are closing on Tuesday, 13th June 2023 at 12 noon
* See website for details, including candidate qualifications and restrictions, and to download nomination forms
Go into the draw to win $10,000 when you purchase a qualifying vehicle on sale at South Auckland Motors this weekend 9th-11th June!
End of Financial Year Sale with a vast range of discounted premium new, used, & demo vehicles ready for a new home.
Pop down to 2 Gladding Place Manukau, 231… View moreGo into the draw to win $10,000 when you purchase a qualifying vehicle on sale at South Auckland Motors this weekend 9th-11th June!
End of Financial Year Sale with a vast range of discounted premium new, used, & demo vehicles ready for a new home.
Pop down to 2 Gladding Place Manukau, 231 Manukau Road Pukekohe, or 2 Massey Ave Pukekohe to grab a deal and go in the draw to win & enjoy the BBQ & coffee.”
Green Gorilla from Neighbourly.co.nz.
Too much general waste for your wheelie bin?
Our Drury South Transfer Station is now open to the PUBLIC.
Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully automated. All you need is your credit - / EFTPOS card … View moreGreen Gorilla from Neighbourly.co.nz.
Too much general waste for your wheelie bin?
Our Drury South Transfer Station is now open to the PUBLIC.
Bring your waste to us, and we will divert it from landfill! Our Transfer Station is fully automated. All you need is your credit - / EFTPOS card to drive in, and the trailer with your waste!
Location: 2 Toiawaka Road, Drury South – GATE A
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Mon-Fri 7 am -4.30 pm
Sat – Sun 7.30am – 3.30pm
For pricing & more: Check our website
Ph. 09 636 22 44
Starting on Sunday 11th June, Ngatea will be hosting a 'Village Market' in the War Memorial Hall and outdoors at the Domain. There will be lots of stalls etc. to browse around but I would especially like to point out a fantastic 'Home-made Jewellery stand' which will be sited in… View moreStarting on Sunday 11th June, Ngatea will be hosting a 'Village Market' in the War Memorial Hall and outdoors at the Domain. There will be lots of stalls etc. to browse around but I would especially like to point out a fantastic 'Home-made Jewellery stand' which will be sited in the Hall itself. Catering for all ages it has to be worth a look. The market runs from 10am to 2pm so lets give it a grand opening day.
We have a new volunteer programme that we're very excited to share with you! In this role, you will offer social support to people claiming asylum in the Auckland region through:
• Providing local orientation and information about the area/city/country
• Assisting clients to connect with… View moreWe have a new volunteer programme that we're very excited to share with you! In this role, you will offer social support to people claiming asylum in the Auckland region through:
• Providing local orientation and information about the area/city/country
• Assisting clients to connect with other services and agencies
• Spending time together and getting to know more about each other and your cultures
• Advocating for people to access their entitlements if needed
Requirements:
You’ll need to be familiar with your local area, open to working cross culturally, be resourceful and good at taking initiative.
Comprehensive training will be provided, including key concepts relating to asylum, intercultural communication, and entitlements.
Training takes approximately 12 hours and is delivered over several evenings and/or weekends.
Police vetting, reference check, and pre-training interview are required for this role.
Time commitment:
Volunteers need to commit at least a few hours a week, but there are no set time shifts. The time you spend with a family/individual will vary week to week, so you’ll need to be flexible and work as part of a team.
To apply for this role, you will need to commit to volunteer for a period of at least three months.
Asylum Seeker Support Volunteer Job Description.pdf Download View
Managing your own finances wisely is a life skill that is becoming ever more important for survival and wellbeing in the modern world, and yet many people don’t know how to make money work for them and often pay a high price for that lack of understanding.
Cambridge philanthropists John and … View moreManaging your own finances wisely is a life skill that is becoming ever more important for survival and wellbeing in the modern world, and yet many people don’t know how to make money work for them and often pay a high price for that lack of understanding.
Cambridge philanthropists John and Nicola Kenel see this knowledge gap as a serious issue for the wellbeing of individuals, families, communities and the nation, so last year they set up the ‘Waikato Financial Literacy Fund’ at Momentum Waikato.
You're invited to also support this initiative that aims to tackle this issue by funding financial literacy courses and tools for young people.
Division & Difference is the second single from Bevan Mical’s upcoming album of the same name.
Bevan says “The song is about how we really have forgotten to behave like human beings”
“Everybody is either love it or tell the person you hate what they have made & wish them … View moreDivision & Difference is the second single from Bevan Mical’s upcoming album of the same name.
Bevan says “The song is about how we really have forgotten to behave like human beings”
“Everybody is either love it or tell the person you hate what they have made & wish them dead”
“The cover represents how we are different but we are stuck in this life together so let’s just agree to disagree about somethings & move on”.
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When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.
Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.
*some conditions apply
Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.
A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid… View moreEven well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.
A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid living in cold, damp conditions. Do you think curtains should be mandatory for New Zealand homes?
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
English Language Partners Auckland South requires volunteers to train and help refugees and migrants in their home to learn English.
You can make a difference and help someone to settle and participate in NZ society.
To hear more call us on 09-278 9099 or aucklandsouth@englishlanguage.org.nz
… View moreEnglish Language Partners Auckland South requires volunteers to train and help refugees and migrants in their home to learn English.
You can make a difference and help someone to settle and participate in NZ society.
To hear more call us on 09-278 9099 or aucklandsouth@englishlanguage.org.nz
The trainings will be at Eastview Baptist Church, 559 Chapel Road, Botany Downs.
Dates: Friday June 16, 23, 30 & July 7, 21, 28
Time: 9.00am - 2.00pm
Fill a basket Thursdays - all day Thursday. Fill your basket with everyday clothing, shoes and / or books for $10.
Don’t forget our Styling Day on June 24th. We still need a couple of models (males and females required) so please call instore or message us if you are interested.
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