12 days ago

Where can I get help to write my CV? ✍🏼

Hira Siddiqui from Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga/Eastern Manukau

An up-to-date CV is an important document because employers look at the information in your CV to decide whether to interview you or not for a job.

Find information and tips online:
Some examples of where you can find useful information and tips are on these websites:

👉🏼 CVs and cover letters - Work and Income: workandincome.govt.nz...
👉🏼 How to write a CV - Tahatū Career Navigator: tahatu.govt.nz...
👉🏼 CVs and interview tips: Student Job Search: www.sjs.co.nz...
Use a free CV builder service:
👉🏼 Auckland Business Chamber offer a CV Builder service to people who are receiving a Work and Income benefit.
👉🏼 To use this CV builder you first need to call Work and Income on 0800 779 009 and ask to sign up.
👉🏼 Find out more about Auckland Business Chamber’s CV Builder: aucklandchamber.co.nz...

Te Heke Mai:
👉🏼 Te Heke Mai offers help to build a professional CV and cover letter, set career goals, and gain valuable skills: tehekemai.co.nz... Home Page - Te heke mai

Books about writing CVs at your local library:
👉🏼 Your local library may have books about writing a CV or a resume.
👉🏼 Your local CAB can help you find someone in your area who can help you with your CV for free. Find a CAB near you:

www.cab.org.nz...
Information credit: Citizens Advice Bureau: cab.org.nz
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5 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.1% Yes
    53.1% Complete
  • 46.9% No
    46.9% Complete
1619 votes
8 days ago

Aucklanders, we want to know: How are you feeling about the current property market?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand homeowners are now more likely to sell at a loss than at any time since 2013, and if you’re in Auckland or Wellington, the odds are even higher.

But there is a silver lining: buyers are still in a strong position when it comes to negotiating prices.

So we’re curious…
How are you feeling about the current property market?

If you’re keen to dive into the details, Deborah Morris breaks down all the latest insights.

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12 hours ago

‘Tis the season to not get scammed ...

The Team from New Zealand Police

As Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.

Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.

There are a few ways to avoid the scams and keep yourself safe doing online trades this holiday season, says Southern District Service Delivery Manager Senior Sergeant Dalton.
🔒 “A good first step when looking to purchase something on Marketplace is to check when the seller’s Facebook profile was created. If it’s very recent, there is a higher risk that they have just created this account for a one-off fake item.”
🔒 Another important step is to make sure the seller’s profile name and bank account name match up. “We’re seeing a lot of scammers claiming their bank account name is different because it belongs to their partner or family member - that’s a huge red flag."
🔒 “When you’re selling, never trust a screenshot anyone sends you showing that payment has been made. Check your own bank account to make sure a payment has gone through."
🔒 “Quite frankly, it’s best for all parties to agree to pay, or be paid, for items in cash and in-person. Ideally in a public place with CCTV coverage."
🔒 "If you’re buying a car, check Carjam.co.nz to see if it’s stolen or if there’s money owed on it.”

A reminder: Suspicious activity can be reported on 105

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