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Metlink's data below shows change of bus patronage/day over alert levels, compared with the same period 1 year ago. . Under Alert Level 2, patronage /day has increased over 1 week from 47% of same period last year to 57% on Thursday 28 May. We have reduced capacity of 40% with 1m physical … View moreMetlink's data below shows change of bus patronage/day over alert levels, compared with the same period 1 year ago. . Under Alert Level 2, patronage /day has increased over 1 week from 47% of same period last year to 57% on Thursday 28 May. We have reduced capacity of 40% with 1m physical distancing. Could affect significant number of routes this week. Work flexible hours & travel in off peak and walk or cycle if you can. We can bring additional services on "shoulders" either side of peak. Otherwise, Metlink asks that you be patient and wait for next bus if your usual bus is at capacity. Metlink will continue to be as flexible and responsive as it can. Thanks.
Saw this this comment on Quora Digest: ‘As a Trump follower how, many people are willing for others to die from the virus for the sake of reopening the economy. So, I wondered how many of those here in our wonderful country of NZ are willing to allow others to die while they complain/moan about … View moreSaw this this comment on Quora Digest: ‘As a Trump follower how, many people are willing for others to die from the virus for the sake of reopening the economy. So, I wondered how many of those here in our wonderful country of NZ are willing to allow others to die while they complain/moan about what the government did, How the lockdown affected about their business, The unemployment. About the budget about this and that??? Or are they grateful for what the Government did instead. Better than just everyone else in the world. Funny thing was just about everyone I talked to while in lockdown said the Government
wasdoing the right thing. Now I hear some of these same people moaning!!! Hum.
Does anyone know of a Tauranga list of employers who failed to top-up the wages of their employees over Alert level 4 or level 3?
I know some topped up a 80% -100% and they should be rewarded by having the others known.
Hello neighbourhood,
We are new to neighbourly and would like to say hello to the neighbourly community.
Coronet Peak Tandems is a family run adventure tourism business here in Queenstown. We have been operating for 21 years in the area and have flown more tandems at Coronet Peak than anyone … View moreHello neighbourhood,
We are new to neighbourly and would like to say hello to the neighbourly community.
Coronet Peak Tandems is a family run adventure tourism business here in Queenstown. We have been operating for 21 years in the area and have flown more tandems at Coronet Peak than anyone else.
Health and safety of our staff and customers is our highest priority and we do have all covid measures from PPE, contact tracing to appropriate spacing in our vans in place.
With moving into Alert Level 2 we have started operation again on May 16th.
We do have a little special running at the moment - get NZ$20 off your tandem paraglide with us. When booking online use the promo code 20offcovid or call us to make a booking.
Here's to a great Winter season ahead for everyone.
Thank you for taking the time to learn about us.
Regards,
Gitti Tapper
When Murray Halberg residents Jo and Peter Moore got word that their retirement village was going into lockdown they understood very well why the strict measures were taken.
The Lynfield village was one of Ryman Healthcare’s 34 New Zealand villages that closed its doors to visitors weeks before … View moreWhen Murray Halberg residents Jo and Peter Moore got word that their retirement village was going into lockdown they understood very well why the strict measures were taken.
The Lynfield village was one of Ryman Healthcare’s 34 New Zealand villages that closed its doors to visitors weeks before the government put the nation into lockdown. With all its residents being 70- plus, they had been identified as the age group most at risk from Covid-19.
Metlink has released this video: all you need to know about Metlink school bus services under Alert Level 2. Key points:
• Children can sit next to each other as normal but standing isn’t permitted
• Because of this capacity will be reduced, so prepare a Plan B in case the… View moreMetlink has released this video: all you need to know about Metlink school bus services under Alert Level 2. Key points:
• Children can sit next to each other as normal but standing isn’t permitted
• Because of this capacity will be reduced, so prepare a Plan B in case the bus is already full
• Make sure the kids understand hygiene and physical distancing requirements to keep everyone safe
• There’s hand sanitiser to use on the buses
o Schools will have a register of students on each bus to help with contact tracing if it’s needed
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Now more than ever, we need to support our fellow neighbours and their businesses to keep them alive. If you are a local, small or medium business that is looking for physical branding on shirts, polos, stickers, hi-vis, bags, print, etc. please contact us for a free quote and we will be happy to … View moreNow more than ever, we need to support our fellow neighbours and their businesses to keep them alive. If you are a local, small or medium business that is looking for physical branding on shirts, polos, stickers, hi-vis, bags, print, etc. please contact us for a free quote and we will be happy to help!
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how do they have social distance and are still able to work, any ideas how this works while staying 1 to 2 meters apart?
COVID Income Relief Payment for people who lost their jobs due to COVID 19 since 1 March.
The payment will effectively be the rate of the wage subsidy for full and part time workers. It will be paid for 12 weeks and is available for application til October.
The Government just announced a … View moreCOVID Income Relief Payment for people who lost their jobs due to COVID 19 since 1 March.
The payment will effectively be the rate of the wage subsidy for full and part time workers. It will be paid for 12 weeks and is available for application til October.
The Government just announced a new temporary payment to support New Zealanders who lose their jobs due to the global COVID-19 pandemic to adjust and find new employment or retrain.
A new COVID Income Relief Payment is being introduced, alongside a wider work programme on possible future employment insurance as we rebuild our economy in a way that supports workers and businesses together.
The payment will be available for 12 weeks from 8 June for anyone who has lost their job due to the impact of COVID-19 since March 1. It will pay $490 a week to those who lost full-time work and $250 for part-time. The payment will not be taxed.
Finance Minister Grant Robertson said the payment acknowledges that the global economy is facing a 1-in-100 year recession, which is impacting on New Zealand, and supports the Governments priority of protecting jobs where possible and supporting workers back into jobs where necessary.
“The Government’s priority is making sure people are in work and able to find new work if their job has been impacted by COVID. That’s why we made a $1.6 billion investment in the Budget to help people retrain. The Budget also invested to create practical jobs for New Zealanders through environmental work, construction and infrastructure. This payment will help Kiwis as they make these transitions.
“We’ve always acknowledged that we won’t be able to save every job or every business and we have not hidden the fact that this is a global economic crisis and things are likely to get worse. But the Government is investing to cushion the blow on households and businesses to make sure we’re in the best position to respond, recover and rebuild,” Grant Robertson said.
The scheme announced today is very similar to the Job Loss Cover payment introduced by the previous Government during the Canterbury earthquakes, and has a number of similarities to the ReStart package for workers who lost their jobs in the Global Financial Crisis.
“We know these schemes reduced the impact on people who lost their jobs due to those shocks. They show how important it is for people to have a safety net to support themselves and their families as they look for new work or retrain,” Grant Robertson said.
Grant Robertson confirmed that work is underway on the possibility of a more permanent unemployment insurance scheme in New Zealand. The Future of Work Ministers group has commissioned the work following a request from Business New Zealand and the Council of Trade Unions.
“As we move from the respond and recover phases of our COVID response, and towards rebuilding the economy, we have an opportunity to reset some of the foundations of the safety net for working New Zealanders.
“Around the world there are many examples of countries that created strong systems to cushion the blow of job loss through both income protection and retraining. These schemes ensure workers don’t suffer large income drops if they’re made redundant through no fault of their own, and save on redundancy costs for businesses going through restructuring.”
Social Development Minister Carmel Sepuloni said today’s announcement of extra support for those hit hard by redundancy will help cushion the blow for people who are looking for work, or taking the time to retrain.
“New Zealand is in a better position than many because we went hard and early to put support in place through the wage subsidy. Internationally countries are facing increased unemployment due to COVID19 and NZ is not immune. As a response to this MSD will not only be delivering the COVID-19 income relief payment but have significantly bolstered employment support.”
People with partners who are still working may be eligible for this payment, as long as their partner is earning under $2000 per week.
Receipt of the payment comes with expectations from the Government, and responsibilities. People who receive the COVID payment will be required to:
· Be available for, and actively seeking, suitable work opportunities while they receive the payment
· Take appropriate steps towards gaining new employment; and
· Identify and take opportunities for employment, re-deployment and training.
Students who have lost part-time work as a result of COVID-19 may also be eligible for the part-time rate.
The 12-week scheme is forecast to cost about $570 million. This incorporates $1.2 billion of payments offset by $635 million of saved benefit payments, with small administrative costs. This fits with the Government’s intention for COVID response spending to be targeted, temporary and timely. It will be funded from the COVID Response and Recovery Fund.
“New Zealand is in a good position to use the Government’s strong balance sheet to invest to create jobs and support the private sector as we cushion the blow of COVID-19 on households and businesses,” Grant Robertson said.
“Last week, international credit ratings agency Moody’s reaffirmed our world-leading Aaa rating. Moody’s said the investments made in the Budget were affordable, and that New Zealand would continue to have some of the lowest debt and interest costs in the developed world due to our careful management of the Government books.
“We went hard and early with support to cushion the blow of COVID-19 on workers and the economy, through the wage subsidy, business tax refunds and interest-free loans for small businesses. Now we’re taking the next step in our plan to respond, recover and rebuild the economy,” Grant Robertson said.
Did you know there's a group of volunteers in Newlands working to help our suburb to be a resilient, connected community that's a great place to live. One of our ideas is to encourage and support those who want to champion connections in their neighborhood and connect with other … View moreDid you know there's a group of volunteers in Newlands working to help our suburb to be a resilient, connected community that's a great place to live. One of our ideas is to encourage and support those who want to champion connections in their neighborhood and connect with other like-minded people. Better together!
The Newlands Resilience Group is keen to get your feedback about what we've been doing. Come along to a workshop at the Newlands Community Center from 1-3pm on Sunday 28 June , COVID19 permitting, and give us your ideas to help our suburb - we'd love to pick your brains!
You can also join in any one (or more) of our zoom meetings online every Monday, Wednesday and Friday during June and July from 12.30pm (for 30 minutes) - just email rodneybarbernz@gmail.com and he will send you a link to the zoom meetings.
Newlands Resilience Infographic 27 April 2020.pdf Download View
We have 3 male weaner piglets for sale, the last remaining piglets from a litter. They are 8 weeks old. Duroc x large white. From very quiet sow and boar. $100 each.
Contact Helen on 06 844 0361 or 0220795133 if interested.
Metlink's data shows change of bus patronage over alert levels. Under Alert Level 2, patronage /day has doubled in last week. We have reduced capacity of 40% with 1m physical distancing. Could affect significant number of routes this week. Work flexible hours & travel in off peak if you … View moreMetlink's data shows change of bus patronage over alert levels. Under Alert Level 2, patronage /day has doubled in last week. We have reduced capacity of 40% with 1m physical distancing. Could affect significant number of routes this week. Work flexible hours & travel in off peak if you can. We can bring additional services on "shoulders" either side of peak. Otherwise, Metlink asks that you be patient and wait for next bus if your usual bus is at capacity. Metlink will continue to be as flexible and responsive as it can. Thanks
Adrenalin Forest Christchurch would like to let the local community know we are back up & running as of last Saturday 16th May 2020.
We are operating under some restrictions & taking extra precautions.
We thank you for your patience & continued support!!
Please check out our latest … View moreAdrenalin Forest Christchurch would like to let the local community know we are back up & running as of last Saturday 16th May 2020.
We are operating under some restrictions & taking extra precautions.
We thank you for your patience & continued support!!
Please check out our latest update!
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We ordered online Hand sanitiser and it came in bottles with no pump. Has any body got hand wash bottle or bottles that they have emptied with pump lid please. Needed for local church TBCC which is being used for preschoolers. Message here or phone 027 7649411 Thanks
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