Rotary hoe
January 1953 Monro Tiller MK2 Rotary hoes were produced in the UK.
A very collectable machine to restore, show or use as it is.
Runs well I have owned it for 15 years and only used it a couple of times, I love old machinery with character my plan was to restore this to show condition but life got in the way.
Lots of info for these machines on line. This is the MK2 model with the heavier cast castings. The engine is a MK12 Villiers side valve, very reliable with lots of spares still around. The wheels are steel and have an offset making them reversible to give alternative widths. It has ratchet hubs and all controls are complete and original with three of the cables still inside the handle bars. A great Grandpa project or strong little workhorse for the garden.
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Volunteer - Retail assistant
Want to lend a helping hand in your community? New Zealand Red Cross urgently needs volunteers to join the wonderful Red Cross Shop[s] in Nelson and Richmond.
There are more than 50 Red Cross shops nationwide, and they are a win-win for everyone. They let communities access affordable pre-loved goods, divert items from landfill, help volunteers gain work experience and training, and the funds from shop sales enable New Zealand Red Cross to continue doing vital humanitarian work.
Volunteer retail assistants help both their community and the environment as they help people find the right pre-loved item to take home. The role also involves restocking and merchandising the shop and helping unpack and sort donated goods. Training is provided, and you can even earn retail qualifications as you volunteer. If you have at least four hours of your time to contribute for a morning or afternoon shift each and a heart for making a difference, this is the volunteer role for you!
What workplace change would you like to see most?
This coming Monday is Labour Day in New Zealand. This public holiday marks when the eight-hour workday and 48-hour workweek became law in 1899. The idea started with Samuel Parnell, a carpenter in Wellington, who in 1840 refused to work more than eight hours a day. Since skilled workers were in short supply, his employer had to agree.
As more skilled workers arrived, employers tried to change working conditions, but Parnell and others kept pushing for better rights. In 1890, Parnell led a Labour Day parade of 1,500 people to promote the eight-hour day. He passed away shortly after, and nine years later, Labour Day became an official public holiday.
Do you feel that we have reached the ideal in working environments yet? What rights are you passionate about relating to employment? Share your thoughts!
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