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Are you a striking midwife? More than 1100 District Health Board-employed (DHB) midwives have voted to strike, becoming the latest group to take industrial action since the Labour administration came into power. To read more, click here.
Midwives would give notice from Wednesday of… View moreHi neighbours,
Are you a striking midwife? More than 1100 District Health Board-employed (DHB) midwives have voted to strike, becoming the latest group to take industrial action since the Labour administration came into power. To read more, click here.
Midwives would give notice from Wednesday of two-hour work stoppages every day on every shift over a two-week period, starting Thursday, November 22.
So what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think our midwives should be paid more? How will you be affected by the strike action? Let us know your thoughts in the replies below!
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Pre-order now for Wednesday 21 November! Show your support for Mary Potter Hospice and enjoy #SundaesforGood at the annual Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival on Wednesday 21 November, Midland Park, Lambton Quay from 9am-4pm.
Get a group of five or more and pre-order strawberry and ice cream… View morePre-order now for Wednesday 21 November! Show your support for Mary Potter Hospice and enjoy #SundaesforGood at the annual Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival on Wednesday 21 November, Midland Park, Lambton Quay from 9am-4pm.
Get a group of five or more and pre-order strawberry and ice cream sundaes for $6 each on our website before Tuesday 20 November at 5pm, and beat the queues! You can collect your order from Midland Park or we can deliver for FREE within the Wellington CBD on the day between 10am – 3pm. Thanks to DeliverEasy for making this happen!
Find out more on our website marypotter.org.nz/events/pre-order-sundaes
I have an electric Ryobi RLT-1000EX Weed eater that is too heavy for me after shoulder surgery looking to swop for a smaller one or if no swap to sell price to be agreed. All in good working order .
Apologies all it is not a battery weed eater I haven’t used for a while and had forgotten. I’m… View moreI have an electric Ryobi RLT-1000EX Weed eater that is too heavy for me after shoulder surgery looking to swop for a smaller one or if no swap to sell price to be agreed. All in good working order .
Apologies all it is not a battery weed eater I haven’t used for a while and had forgotten. I’m looking at $80 for the weed eater.
Also the Huawei F688 wireless land line has now been sold
Hi neighbours,
Be aware, police have identified a new telephone scam targeting New Zealanders. If you receive an angry call from someone seeking compensation for car damages, hang up. To read more, click here.
What you need to know:
- The call will be from an international number that's … View moreHi neighbours,
Be aware, police have identified a new telephone scam targeting New Zealanders. If you receive an angry call from someone seeking compensation for car damages, hang up. To read more, click here.
What you need to know:
- The call will be from an international number that's then redirected through a local number.
- The aggressive scammer could be very convincing.
- Upon answering, they demand money for damages from a vehicle collision they claim you were involved in.
- Police are urging people to warn elderly relatives so they do not fall victim to the scam and lose money.
- If you receive a call of this nature, police advise you to hang up immediately.
White Ribbon is asking men to take the online pledge and stand up, speak out and act to prevent men's violence towards women.
With 41% of a front line officers time spent dealing with family violence, we need you to stand up by taking The Pledge.
Find out more at whiteribbon.org.nz
Our charity this year is Women’s Refuge – entry is by gold coin donation. Come along and enjoy a drink and canapés on Thursday 22nd November, 6pm to 8pm.
We will have demonstrations on herb growing, easy Christmas ideas, hanging baskets, expert scarf & accessory advice, you can try our … View moreOur charity this year is Women’s Refuge – entry is by gold coin donation. Come along and enjoy a drink and canapés on Thursday 22nd November, 6pm to 8pm.
We will have demonstrations on herb growing, easy Christmas ideas, hanging baskets, expert scarf & accessory advice, you can try our cheese bakers and sample beautifully decorated cupcakes.
Joy, from Heavensent, will be giving tastings of their delicious products and there will be raffles supplied by generous donors. For an extra bit of fun, our Discount Dipper will be back for the evening.
Time to relax and browse our selection of gifts, houseplants, shrubs, seedlings and fruit trees. Staff will be on hand to offer advice and solve your gardening problems.
No need to register, just turn up on the evening. There will be 50 goodie bags for the first 50 customers through our doors!
We are having a garage sale this Saturday - 17th Nov starting at 8am.
46 Ebdentown Street.
We have a ridiculous amount of children's clothes and shoes from new born to 6/7yrs of age.
Also some toys, furniture and building materials.… View moreWe are having a garage sale this Saturday - 17th Nov starting at 8am.
46 Ebdentown Street.
We have a ridiculous amount of children's clothes and shoes from new born to 6/7yrs of age.
Also some toys, furniture and building materials.
Love to see all the clothes gone by the end of the day!
Spread the word please!!
Thank you :)
Today is World Kindness Day 2018.
Piri mai ki a Oti te Nanekoti i a ia e tūtakitaki haere nei ki ōna hoa i tēnei haerenga nui whakaharahara ōna. Pānuihia te kōrero paki mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... He mea … View moreToday is World Kindness Day 2018.
Piri mai ki a Oti te Nanekoti i a ia e tūtakitaki haere nei ki ōna hoa i tēnei haerenga nui whakaharahara ōna. Pānuihia te kōrero paki mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... He mea kinaki nā Te Tira Puoro o Aotearoa. Hei āwhina i te hunga tamariki ki te ako mō te hua o te aroha.
Join Oat the Goat as he embarks on the adventure of his life and meets some surprising new friends along the way. With music performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy Oat the Goat, in English and te reo Māori www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... Helping children learn … View moreJoin Oat the Goat as he embarks on the adventure of his life and meets some surprising new friends along the way. With music performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy Oat the Goat, in English and te reo Māori www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... Helping children learn the power of kindness!
Kia Ora Neighbours!
Six tips to help you with your journey on the property ladder.
1. DECIDE WHAT YOUR LOOKING FOR
Before selling, figure out what your next steps are going to be. Are you upsizing or downsizing? Are you aiming to become mortgage-free? Or do you have pre-approval on a new loan? … View moreKia Ora Neighbours!
Six tips to help you with your journey on the property ladder.
1. DECIDE WHAT YOUR LOOKING FOR
Before selling, figure out what your next steps are going to be. Are you upsizing or downsizing? Are you aiming to become mortgage-free? Or do you have pre-approval on a new loan? Then you can start investigating the number of homes in your search area that fit the bill and how much they may cost you.
2. PURPOSE
Why are you considering a move? Are you looking for a larger, long-term family home? Are you willing to sacrifice a longer commute time for a better lifestyle? Or are you looking for a property to invest in, with a good capital gain forecast? A long-term plan vs a short-term investment will each paint a different picture.
3. PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE
It’s important to think ahead when buying a home – around seven years is a good benchmark. Your kids will become teens, your teens will leave home (or not) or your parents may need to move in as they grow older. Ask yourself “will this home still work for me in seven years’ time?”.
4. EMPLOYMENT
Factor in your current commute times and travel costs, but also think down the line. For example, right now you may be a young couple both working full time, but are you preparing to start a family? If one person will stay home with the child, it makes sense to purchase a home closer to the other person’s office.
5. DO YOUR DUE DILIGENCE
Just like a first-time buyer, it’s important to do your due diligence. That means the usual LIMs and building reports, but should also include things like a meth test. Make good use of your real estate agent – they are a wealth of knowledge not only about the home, but the local area.
6. KEEP AN EYE ON THE MARKET
Your property journey doesn’t end once you’ve signed on the dotted line and moved into your new place. For most New Zealanders, a home is the biggest investment made in a lifetime and, in many cases, it’s relied upon to help fund retirement. So, like any big investment, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on trends or changes in the market. The realestate.co.nz New Zealand Property Report or REINZ sales data are two handy sources of information.
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