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42 days ago

Job search Story

Wesene Mammo from Glen Eden

My brother has been in NZ since September 2024 and he has been looking for a job since then. He has resident visa and learner license. We have been applying every day, went to places to talk in person, went to WINZ to talk to job broker. Actually WINZ didn’t treat us well. If my brother was on benefits, they would squeeze every button to get him a job. We didn’t ask anything else. He’s residing in NZ and if there is a job please get him to attend an interview. That’s all we ask of WINZ. But no help. We didn’t even ask a job that’s on his CV. He just needs a job to start with. Like pick packing, data entry, trolly assistant…… some ask NZ experience. Where can he get NZ experience if one is not going to hire him??? I’m disappointed because I’m NZ citizen and I’ve been here since 2016. I was alone here for all these years until I decided to bring my brother. Now life is really hard on both of us and we’re almost begging for a job. What a story to tell in the future.

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18 minutes ago

Shop local- Magick Potions Shed shop and Studio

Sheri from Glen Eden

Magick Potions Shed Shop and Studio!
This week’s (March 17th-23rd) opening hours:
Monday- by appointment
Tuesday- by appointment
Wednesday- 12-6pm
Thursday- 12-6pm
Friday- 12-6pm
Saturday- 11-3pm
Sunday- by appointment Tuesday
2 Sarona avenue, Glen Eden
Crystals and gemstones
Handcrafted jewellery
Potion bottles and aromatherapy jewellery
Fairy dust
Dream catchers
Stop in and say hi. Support local and treat yourself to something special.

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2 days ago

Poll: Should the second harbour crossing be a bridge or tunnel?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The government is prioritizing building a second crossing additional to the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

What's your preference? Bridge or tunnel?

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Should the second harbour crossing be a bridge or tunnel?
  • 40.3% Bridge
    40.3% Complete
  • 57.3% Tunnel
    57.3% Complete
  • 2.4% Other - I'll share below
    2.4% Complete
459 votes
9 days ago

Poll: Would you use a pet cemetery?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Dave Stephens has created a pet cemetery on his land.

The 10-acre site in Albany, Auckland, features graves nestled among beautifully manicured gardens and unique art pieces, offering a serene space where visitors can pay their respects in their own way.

Is a local pet cemetery something you think you would use? Share your thoughts below.

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Would you use a pet cemetery?
  • 31.7% Yes
    31.7% Complete
  • 66.7% No
    66.7% Complete
  • 1.6% Other - I'll share below
    1.6% Complete
1740 votes