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Labour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?
As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who… View moreLabour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?
As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who inspires you to give your best? Your family, community leaders, coworkers, or someone else?
π¦Two new non-financial sanctions focused on job searches and upskilling, launch today under the Government's beneficiary traffic light scheme. π¦
The new sanctions are:
ππΌ Report Job Search: a requirement to undertake and report on a minimum of three job-search activities every… View moreπ¦Two new non-financial sanctions focused on job searches and upskilling, launch today under the Government's beneficiary traffic light scheme. π¦
The new sanctions are:
ππΌ Report Job Search: a requirement to undertake and report on a minimum of three job-search activities every week for four weeks. This sanction supports increased accountability for beneficiaries who are meant to be looking for work.
ππΌ Upskilling: a requirement to attend and participate in one or more employment-related training courses or programmes for a minimum of five hours per week over four weeks. This sanction supports beneficiaries to build the skills they need to get into work.
Beneficiaries on their first obligation failure would only be eligible for these non-financial sanctions if they were in active case management or had dependent children, and they must attend an MSD appointment.
Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston said the obligations were passed by Parliament in May and that they were not "unduly onerous".
"They're basic expectations. They reinforce accountability for those failing to meet their obligations, while also recognising that reducing benefits isnβt the answer for everyone."
Upston noted most job seekers were fulfilling obligations with less than 2% on the red or orange settings. "The 98.5% of job seekers at green are committed to finding work, and MSD is fully committed to supporting them to do so."
The traffic light system, introduced in August last year, categorises beneficiaries with work or social obligations into green, orange, or red status.
Those in orange have breached obligations without a valid reason. If they fail to comply within five working days, they move to red and face sanctions.
Text credit: 1news.co.nz
Image credit (altered): NZ Herald/123Rf
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These kΔkΔpΕ, rainbow lorikeet and ruru birds are a hoot for the kids to make using pinecones and their favourite Resene colours. Find out how to make and paint your own feathered friends with these easy step by step instructions.
It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!
Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card π
*Unleash your … View moreIt is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!
Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card π
*Unleash your imagination before the 30th of October to be in to win!
Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Norman Talo, 50, who has a warrant for his arrest.
Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Talo is thought to be in the wider Auckland area.
Anyone with information is urged not to approach him … View morePolice are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Norman Talo, 50, who has a warrant for his arrest.
Police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts. Talo is thought to be in the wider Auckland area.
Anyone with information is urged not to approach him and instead to call 111 immediately and quote file number 241018/9095.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
β οΈPublic urged to look out for hornets in Aucklandβ οΈ
Biosecurity New Zealand has been quick to respond to the threat of a small yellow-legged hornet (YLH) nest reported by a resident in the suburb of Glenfield.
It is the first time that a queen YLH has been found in New Zealand, after two… View moreβ οΈPublic urged to look out for hornets in Aucklandβ οΈ
Biosecurity New Zealand has been quick to respond to the threat of a small yellow-legged hornet (YLH) nest reported by a resident in the suburb of Glenfield.
It is the first time that a queen YLH has been found in New Zealand, after two male hornets were found earlier this year.
The YLH feeds on honeybees ππ as well as other insects.
We are very fortunate to be free of hornet populations in NZ. Please spread this to your networksβwe need the help of Aucklanders to eliminate any further risk.
Take a photo of any suspected sightings πΈ (as with any wasp keep your distance) and report it online at report.mpi.govt.nz or call 0800 80 99 66. βοΈ
What do yellow-legged hornets look like?
These hornets (a hornet is a type of wasp) are larger than the other five species of wasps in NZ. They are round 2 cm to 3 cm long with a black head and a yellow face. Between the first and second abdominal segment is a narrow yellow band. The wings are a smoky brown colour and not transparent like other common wasps.
πCheck this MPI fact sheet to see a detailed image of these wasps and their nests: www.mpi.govt.nz...
Aucklanders, a friendly reminder that all 14 TΕ«puna Maunga will be closed in the evenings during Guy Fawkes to help prevent fireworks-related fires. π₯π«
Recent fires have caused serious damage to these sacred sites β including Te Pane o Mataoho / MΔngere Mountain last year. Even one spark… View moreAucklanders, a friendly reminder that all 14 TΕ«puna Maunga will be closed in the evenings during Guy Fawkes to help prevent fireworks-related fires. π₯π«
Recent fires have caused serious damage to these sacred sites β including Te Pane o Mataoho / MΔngere Mountain last year. Even one spark can harm the cultural and natural beauty of our maunga.
Letβs protect these special places together.
βΌοΈ Latest update from Eastern Busway. βΌοΈ
βKia ora,
Weβd like to let you know about upcoming work as part of the Eastern Busway project so that youβre informed ahead of time.
Changes will be in place on TΔ« RΔkau Drive in both directions between PakΕ«ranga Road and William … View moreβΌοΈ Latest update from Eastern Busway. βΌοΈ
βKia ora,
Weβd like to let you know about upcoming work as part of the Eastern Busway project so that youβre informed ahead of time.
Changes will be in place on TΔ« RΔkau Drive in both directions between PakΕ«ranga Road and William Roberts Road from Friday 24 October to Saturday 27 December. Please see the attached map.
Important information
There will be one lane open in each direction on Ti RΔkau Drive and the right turn from TΔ« RΔkau Drive to the South Eastern Highway will be closed.
Motorists will be able to access the South Eastern Highway using RΔ Hihi β flyover.
Please allow extra travel time during peak hours while everyone adjusts to the reduced lane layout.
A section of footpath will be closed between the South Eastern Highway and Tiraumea Drive, along with the pedestrian crossings at that location. Signs will guide people to the nearest pedestrian crossing by Mattson Road to cross TΔ« RΔkau Drive. Your safety is our priority, please only use pedestrian crossings.
When itβs completed, the Eastern Busway will provide transport options for people to get to more places, more frequently. Thank you for your patience while the busway is built.
Further information about the Eastern Busway project is at easternbusway.nz.... Youβre also welcome to contact our Customer and Community team on info@easternbusway.nz or call 0800 287 929.
Kind regards
Eastern Busway Team β
Info and image credit: Eastern Busway
A HUGE thank you to bakersdelightbotany for generously donating a delicious morning tea for our amazing volunteers! Your thoughtful support brought a lovely sense of community to our morning. π
Pictured are CAB Botany Manager, Megan with Joel from Bakers Delight Botany Downs plus CAB Botany … View moreA HUGE thank you to bakersdelightbotany for generously donating a delicious morning tea for our amazing volunteers! Your thoughtful support brought a lovely sense of community to our morning. π
Pictured are CAB Botany Manager, Megan with Joel from Bakers Delight Botany Downs plus CAB Botany Volunteer, Renee, who said the pistachio danish was delicious! π©
At CAB, we regularly help people with questions about their rights when buying goods, including toys. The law requires retailers to sell toys that are safe, but here are Six Safety Checks you can do yourself before you buy a toy and that can make all the difference for your tamariki:
πSize … View moreAt CAB, we regularly help people with questions about their rights when buying goods, including toys. The law requires retailers to sell toys that are safe, but here are Six Safety Checks you can do yourself before you buy a toy and that can make all the difference for your tamariki:
πSize β big enough not to choke
πSurface β smooth edges, no cracks or jagged bits, no sharp bits
π Strings β not too long
π Supervision β some toys need you there
π Sound β not too loud for little ears
π Specs β Check the packaging for information on hazards, small parts and the right age range for tamariki.
Safer toys = safer tamariki. Easy as!
Check out more tips for safe toys starship.org.nz/safekids/toy-product-safety
For information about how you can be sure that a product you buy is safe - including about mandatory product safety standards and recall notices for unsafe products - visit cab.org.nz/article/KB00000244
[Image description: Text reads "Toy Safety Week - Before you buy that toy, do the Six Safety Checks!. Image of a child playing with blocks and a toy car with the CAB logo at the bottom right.]
Original post credit: Citizens Advice Bureau: cab.org.nz
It happened in the middle of the supermarket.
My child wanted the blue lollipop, not the red one. Then β the tears, the screams, the looks from strangers. π
For a moment, I felt my own body tense β embarrassed, frustrated, helpless.
Then I took a deep breath. π¬οΈ
I knelt down and … View moreIt happened in the middle of the supermarket.
My child wanted the blue lollipop, not the red one. Then β the tears, the screams, the looks from strangers. π
For a moment, I felt my own body tense β embarrassed, frustrated, helpless.
Then I took a deep breath. π¬οΈ
I knelt down and whispered, βYouβre safe. I can see youβre really upset.β
He kept crying⦠but softer. His little body started to melt in my arms.
In that moment, I realised: he wasnβt trying to make a scene β he was overwhelmed.
And what he needed most wasnβt control or correction β it was connection. π€
Later, we talked about it. We named the feelings, and he told me, βI was mad because I really wanted that blue one.β Simple words, but powerful honesty.
Parenting isnβt about perfection. Itβs about staying calm enough to show our children what safety feels like β even when the world is watching. π±
π Last Friday, the volunteers at Botany and Pakuranga CABs held a fundraiser for Sweet Louise. Sweet Louise supports men and women with advanced (incurable) breast cancer.
πΈ We enjoyed a shared lunch with quite a pink theme! The baking quiz wasn't as easy as some thought with the … View moreπ Last Friday, the volunteers at Botany and Pakuranga CABs held a fundraiser for Sweet Louise. Sweet Louise supports men and women with advanced (incurable) breast cancer.
πΈ We enjoyed a shared lunch with quite a pink theme! The baking quiz wasn't as easy as some thought with the question about Snickerdoodle biscuits catching people out. But we had fun. π Many thanks to the Social Team for making sure it was an occasion to remember. π
Grateful thanks to our sponsors and supporters and a big shoutout to freshchoicehalfmoonbay for donating a very generous hamper for the occasion.
We would also like to thank Carolyn Bruce Designs - Statement Jewelry for donating some of her gorgeous work for our fundraiser. π
We were thrilled to raise $1183. π
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Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.
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