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Is anyone aware of any paper run jobs for my son.
He is currently in Intermediate and would like a chance to earn extra $$$.
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The Government has unveiled a $12.1 billion support package for the New Zealand economy, with almost half of the cash to be spent on a wage subsidy package for all coronavirus-impacted businesses. Those full-time workers eligible for the package will receive $585 per week from the Government, paid … View moreThe Government has unveiled a $12.1 billion support package for the New Zealand economy, with almost half of the cash to be spent on a wage subsidy package for all coronavirus-impacted businesses. Those full-time workers eligible for the package will receive $585 per week from the Government, paid in a lump sum package of just over $7000 covering a 12-week period. The Government is also raising benefits by $25 a week, starting April 1, and doubling the Winter Energy Payment. This is just the first tranche of the Government spending response – the rest will be unveiled during May's "recovery" Budget. Today's package comes as part of "the most significant peace-time economic plan in modern New Zealand history. The $12.1 billion spending package accounts for roughly 4 per cent of New Zealand's GDP and is comparatively bigger than the relief packages so far announced by Australia, the UK and the US. "The Government is pulling out all the stops to protect the health of New Zealanders and the health of our economy," Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said. The big-ticket items of the package include $5.1 billion for the wage subsidy package, $2.8b for benefit increases and the bolstered Winter Energy Payment and a further $2.8b for tax changes to free up cash flow. That's a total of $8.7 billion for businesses and jobs. The package also contains an initial $500 million boost in health spending and an initial $600 million to support the aviation sector. A Covid-19 sick leave scheme has also been created and will be available for eight weeks at a cost of $126.5 million.
Some 27,000 workers every two weeks are expected to take advantage of this scheme. Finance Minister Grant Robertson said the package is one of the largest in the world on a per capita basis. It is more than the total sum of new spending in all three of the last Budgets put together.
"The global economic impact of Covid-19 on New Zealand's economy is going to be significant, so we are acting now to soften the impact." But Robertson is forecasting the Government to be in deficit for the foreseeable future and will have to borrow billions of dollars to fund the spending package. "This is the rainy day we have been planning for." The flagship element of the Government's package – the wage subsidy package – is for any employer which has suffered, or is projected to suffer, a 30 per cent decline in revenue compared to any months between January and June the year prior. But to be eligible employers must have taken active steps to mitigate the impact of Covid-19, for example engaging with their banks or financial advisors. Employers also need to declare that they will continue to employ affected employees at a minimum of 80 per cent of their income over the 12 months period.
Some $585.80 a week will be available for full-time workers (20 hours a week or more) or $350 a week for part-time workers (20 hours or fewer a week. The maximum amount any one employer can receive is $150,000. Employers are encouraged to apply for the subsidies – which will be made available today – as soon as possible. "We're going hard with our health response," Ardern said, "and now we're going hard with our financial assistance".
Who's eligible for wage subsidies?
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A six-person forestry contracting business in Gisborne whose revenue is down 90 per cent as a result of Covid-19, for example, will be eligible. The employer would get a lump sum of $42,117 for to pay their employees for 12 weeks.
How does the Covid-19 sick leave work?
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The Government will cover the cost of sick leave for those who have already used their mandatory sick leave and who are not able to work from home. Employers apply to the Ministry of Social Development for a lump sum to help cover the cost.
What are the details of the benefit increase?=====================================
In addition to the $25 a week increase, working for families with children who are not receiving a main benefit and have some level of employment income each week will no longer have to satisfy the hours test to receive the In Work Tax Credit. The benefit increases will come into effect automatically. The Winter Energy Payment will increase to $40.91 per week for single people and $63.64 per week for couples and people with dependents – this increase is for 2020 only.
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We’re sending you this email to assure you that PAK’nSAVE has a strong plan in place around COVID-19 which includes keeping our people and customers safe – our focus is very much on ensuring New Zealanders have the essential products they require and we are working with … View moreReceived via email:
We’re sending you this email to assure you that PAK’nSAVE has a strong plan in place around COVID-19 which includes keeping our people and customers safe – our focus is very much on ensuring New Zealanders have the essential products they require and we are working with our suppliers to make this happen every day.
At store and throughout the supply chain, staff are across all health and safety protocols as advised by health authorities to keep themselves and customers safe. This includes cleaning and disinfecting measures which are in place across all stores and are aligned with food safety practices.
We’re working with our stores and cleaning service providers to provide additional sanitising facilities for customers which include wipes for cleaning trolley handles and hand sanitiser dispensing units which will be placed strategically around stores. Many stores already have these units in place and our service provider is actively working with remaining stores to get the facilities in place.
We would like to stress that none of these measures are being used to replace good hand washing techniques and personal care as advised by the Ministry of Health – the health measures outlined by the Ministry are the best way for the public to protect themselves. These measures can be found here.
We remind you to please shop as you normally would. Our online shopping services are under increasing demand and we are doing everything we can to meet your grocery needs. Whilst in store you may see some limits on lines of products – this is to ensure that there is enough for everyone.
We’re grateful for your cooperation and will keep you informed if the situation changes. We recognise that these are unsettling times, and we want you to know that the safety of our customers and staff are our priority.
As you can appreciate we are currently receiving unprecedented high volumes of calls and emails from our customers so we ask that you please refrain from contacting us unless it’s urgent – thanks for your patience and understanding.
Kind regards,
PAK'nSAVE
The deaths of a mother and her three-day-old baby at a house in West Auckland are not suspicious, po…
The tighter border controls were announced during an update by the Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on New Zealand's response to the Covid-19 outbreak on Saturday afternoon.
The range of travel restrictions are:
1. As of midnight Saturday, no cruise ships will be able to dock in New Zealand … View moreThe tighter border controls were announced during an update by the Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on New Zealand's response to the Covid-19 outbreak on Saturday afternoon.
The range of travel restrictions are:
1. As of midnight Saturday, no cruise ships will be able to dock in New Zealand until June 30.
2. From midnight Sunday, everyone arriving in New Zealand from anywhere in the world will have to isolate themselves for 14 days - the restrictions apply to New Zealand citizens and residents as well as international visitors.
3. Anyone with coronavirus symptoms will not be allowed to travel to the Pacific Islands and those who have been to other overseas countries will have to wait 14 days before going to there.
4. The existing travel ban for China and Iran will continue
The new measures mean New Zealand will have the strongest border restrictions in the world, apart from Israel and some Pacific Islands, which have effectively closed their borders.
Currently, New Zealand's border is closed to international visitors who have travelled to China or Iran.
People arriving from Italy and South Korea, which have become coronavirus hot spots, must go into quarantine for 14
days.
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Kia ora,
In light of COVID-19, it is important we are flexible with our plans, follow the Ministry of Health guidelines and be compassionate and calm.
Read below :
• Cough or sneeze into your elbow or by covering your mouth and nose with tissues.
• Put used tissues in the bin or a bag … View moreKia ora,
In light of COVID-19, it is important we are flexible with our plans, follow the Ministry of Health guidelines and be compassionate and calm.
Read below :
• Cough or sneeze into your elbow or by covering your mouth and nose with tissues.
• Put used tissues in the bin or a bag immediately.
• Wash your hands with soap and water often (for at least 20 seconds).
• Try to avoid close contact with people who are unwell.
• Don’t touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean.
• Avoid personal contact, such as kissing, sharing cups or food with sick people.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects, such as doorknobs.
• Stay home if you feel unwell.
Events of 500 or more people DO need to be cancelled.
If in Doubt, Don't Go OUT !!
Hi neighbours,
is it time for you to remove that unused car taking up space in your yard?
At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars.
We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
… View moreHi neighbours,
is it time for you to remove that unused car taking up space in your yard?
At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars.
We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone
We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.
Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
An 18-year-old French man with limited English has gone missing in Auckland. Eloi Jean Rolland was …
Hi Neighbours!
Make sure to have your say and spread the word about the Government's proposed 'accessible streets' rule changes.
One of the biggest changes would allow people riding things like bicycles, skateboards and e-scooters (powered scooter) to use the footpath, with a … View moreHi Neighbours!
Make sure to have your say and spread the word about the Government's proposed 'accessible streets' rule changes.
One of the biggest changes would allow people riding things like bicycles, skateboards and e-scooters (powered scooter) to use the footpath, with a speed limit of 15 kilometres per hour.
Find out about all the changes and submit your feedback on this important issue here: bit.ly...
A statement from the company's chief executive officer on Monday confirmed the airline would suffer substantial losses. "One of the harsh realities we find ourselves facing is that we will require fewer Air New Zealanders as we move to grounding most of our international operations,"… View moreA statement from the company's chief executive officer on Monday confirmed the airline would suffer substantial losses. "One of the harsh realities we find ourselves facing is that we will require fewer Air New Zealanders as we move to grounding most of our international operations," said Greg Foran. Air NZ announced it would be suspending flights between Auckland and Chicago, San Francisco, Houston, Buenos Aires, Vancouver, Tokyo Narita, Honolulu, Denpasar and Taipei from March 30 to June 30. It is also suspending its London-Los Angeles service from March 16. "To minimise the level of redundancies we are strongly encouraging staff to take annual leave, long service leave or leave without pay where practicable," said Foran. The New Zealand Air Line Pilots' Association (NZALPA) believes the staff cuts at Air New Zealand will be permanent. The association released a statement following a meeting with Air NZ on Monday afternoon, following the airline's morning announcement it was cutting international capacity by 80 percent. "Air NZ will be looking to reduce employee headcount across the organisation by up to 30 percent. We understand this will not be a short term measure," said NZALPA president Captain Andrew Ridling. Foran said it will take more than a year for the airline to fly the same capacity it was before COVID-19.
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Air NZ employs 12,500 people - 30 percent would mean 3750 jobs.
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The NZALPA believes this drastic cutback in flights will cost the airline billions. "The industry is aware that, until this unprecedented situation developed, Air NZ would have had forecasted annual revenue of approximately NZ$6 billion. I would no longer be surprised if that forecast is reduced to around NZ$1 billion," said Ridling. The NZALPA is awaiting further announcements from Qantas and Virgin Australia.
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It was only a matter of time ...
however, it is cleverly put together👍🙂
This was sent to me from a fellow Neighbourly person.
Fight The Virus by Alvin Oon is parody of Simon and Garfinkel's, Sound of Silence.
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Eventually, everyone will be confined to their homes & in about 9 months or so, a boom of babies will be born & we will call them ... CORONIALS!😂😂
Martin Jugum Lane, part of the "Fairview Gardens" estate, is a lovely no exit street with good quality brick and tile homes and a children's playground at the end of the lane. No 12 itself, is tucked down a right of way with three off street parks and a single internal access garage.… View moreMartin Jugum Lane, part of the "Fairview Gardens" estate, is a lovely no exit street with good quality brick and tile homes and a children's playground at the end of the lane. No 12 itself, is tucked down a right of way with three off street parks and a single internal access garage. It's fully fenced with a great entertaining deck and an easily managed garden.
Built in brick with aluminium joinery, you'll appreciate the many years of maintenance free living. Inside this sun filled home, you have a great flow from the open plan living through to the bedrooms, bathroom and garage- which includes the laundry. Great opportunity here to add your style, flair and value.
You might not really need the car as it's a very short walk to the Ranui train station, as is the local Primary school. It is handy though if you do drive for its close proximity to the motorway. So whether you starting out or starting over, you won't go wrong here. Early viewing is essential.
Give me a call on 027 230 5360 to book a viewing,
Please click the following link to see more details
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There's no better time than now to get to know your neighbours, start a Neighbourhood Support group or update your group contact details. Together let's REACH OUT, LOOK OUT, and HELP OUT to keep our communities safe, resilient and connected.
For the latest COVID-19 health advice, visit … View moreThere's no better time than now to get to know your neighbours, start a Neighbourhood Support group or update your group contact details. Together let's REACH OUT, LOOK OUT, and HELP OUT to keep our communities safe, resilient and connected.
For the latest COVID-19 health advice, visit the Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora's website.
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