Meremere, Mercer

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

2295 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grants Organisation Finalists!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast… View moreWe need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 September

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Vote for the AMI Community Grants Organisation Finalists!
  • 12.4% 1) Communicare - Auckland
    12.4% Complete
  • 16.9% 2) NZ Disability Karate Association - Wellington
    16.9% Complete
  • 30.1% 3) Cholmondeley Children's Centre - Canterbury
    30.1% Complete
  • 29.3% 4) Fire & Emergency Operational Support Unit - Wellington
    29.3% Complete
  • 11.2% 5) Kai Rotorua
    11.2% Complete
1477 votes
2297 days ago

Do you support the teachers' strike?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. Although about 30,000 people in the profession are involved in the strike, not everyone agrees with it.

So, what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think teachers deserve better pay? Or should they have stayed around the negotiating table for longer? Are you a teacher or parent with views on the topic? Let us know in the replies!

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff)

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2296 days ago

Submissions open for Proposed Waikato District Plan

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The community can now make a submission regarding Waikato District Council’s Proposed Plan.

Key changes between the current Operative Plan and the Proposed Plan include:

• The adding of around 60 heritage sites and buildings, along with 16 notable trees to their respective lists. The … View more
The community can now make a submission regarding Waikato District Council’s Proposed Plan.

Key changes between the current Operative Plan and the Proposed Plan include:

• The adding of around 60 heritage sites and buildings, along with 16 notable trees to their respective lists. The rules have been amended to provide for ongoing maintenance and care or repair.
• A consistent residential zone and redeveloped village zone, along with three business zones. Additional residential zone areas have also been created in Tuakau, Pokeno, Te Kowhai, Taupiri, Ngaruawahia and Horotiu to allow for growth, along with an additional industrial zoned area in Huntly.
• Under the Taangata Whenua chapter, flexible provisions have been created that give more options for those with Maaori Freehold Land.

Community drop-in sessions will be held in August and September throughout the district - find out more here.
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2296 days ago

INTERNET FOR LEARNING AT HOME

Diane from Pukekohe

Spark Jump helps families get home broadband so students can learn online at home. It's for those with a child under 18 at home, with no current broadband connection. There's no contract or credit check required.

Spark Jump advert Franklin.pdf Download View

2296 days ago

Fundraising

Diane from Pukekohe

Please help support Adult Literacy Franklin by voting when you shop at The Warehouse Pukekohe as part of the Customer Choice 'Bags for Good' programme.
Purchase a bag (soon to be biodegradable) and you can add a token to our organisation.

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2296 days ago

Want to make a real difference in your community?

Vision West

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 more
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 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.
Find out more!

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2297 days ago

Poll: Primary teachers and principals strike

Reporter Franklin County News

Almost 30,000 teachers and principals are striking for the first time in 24 years today.
What's your position? Do you support the strike or do you think teachers get paid enough?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Primary teachers and principals strike
  • 11.1% Yes, but its a pain to have the school closed.
    11.1% Complete
  • 0% I agree with their position but a strike goes too far.
    0% Complete
  • 0% No, they get paid enough for the job they do.
    0% Complete
  • 88.9% I back the strike 100 per cent
    88.9% Complete
18 votes
2297 days ago

Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!

T&G

Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View more
Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.

The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.

Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.

So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.

Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Find out more

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2298 days ago

Poll: Should we ban bee-killing pesticides?

Reporter Franklin County News

Hi all, Mitre 10 have followed the example set by Bunnnings and will be phasing out all pesticides containing bee-killing neonicotinoids from its 82 nationwide stores from November.

Other retailers have said they have no plans to pull the pesticides from their shelves.

Now, do you think New … View more
Hi all, Mitre 10 have followed the example set by Bunnnings and will be phasing out all pesticides containing bee-killing neonicotinoids from its 82 nationwide stores from November.

Other retailers have said they have no plans to pull the pesticides from their shelves.

Now, do you think New Zealand should put a blanket ban on pesticides containing these chemicals?

READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should we ban bee-killing pesticides?
  • 100% Yes, we need to protect the bees.
    100% Complete
  • 0% No, we need pesticides that get the job done.
    0% Complete
21 votes
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