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Workers employed by Restaurant Brands and members of Unite Union voted to take strike action with 88 per cent of the 763 who took part set to down their cooking utensils. The strike starts at 2pm today and will last until 2am on Monday morning, which includes employees from Carl's Jr and Pizza… View moreWorkers employed by Restaurant Brands and members of Unite Union voted to take strike action with 88 per cent of the 763 who took part set to down their cooking utensils. The strike starts at 2pm today and will last until 2am on Monday morning, which includes employees from Carl's Jr and Pizza Hut. Unite National Secretary and Lead Negotiator Gerard Hehir says wages and starting rates is the reason for strike action. Negotiations had stretched for six days but no resolution had been reached, he said. One of the issues of contention was how much more skilled staff received above the starting rate for junior employees.
Hehir said the matter came to a head by the minimum wage went up to $17.70 in April. While starting rates were raised, the same didn't take place for more senior employees, he said. "Low-wage employers need to realise that they can't get away with just increasing their lowest rate only and undervaluing their experienced and skilled staff," he said. The NZX-listed firm was partially taken over earlier this year in an $881m deal from Mexican fast-food investor Finaccess Capital. Restaurant Brands' recent move to bring the Taco Bell brand to New Zealand and Australia is just one of several developments that attracted Finaccess. Another is the steady growth Restaurant Brands has shown over the past decade with its portfolio of well-known food brands - KFC, Pizza Hut and Carl's Junior. Restaurant Brands' shares are trading for $9.15 each.
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Hello neighbours, drop by the the Waitakere Home and Garden Show May 24-26 to say hi to Wendy Laurenson, one of our Northland-based columnists. She will be there exhibiting her plant-inspired paintings. Wendy’s dynamic works are born of the garden and ocean environments she lives amongst and they… View moreHello neighbours, drop by the the Waitakere Home and Garden Show May 24-26 to say hi to Wendy Laurenson, one of our Northland-based columnists. She will be there exhibiting her plant-inspired paintings. Wendy’s dynamic works are born of the garden and ocean environments she lives amongst and they bring some of our outdoor treasures up-close and personal to enliven our indoor spaces. For details check out her website.
Aucklanders are being encouraged to wear pink this Friday in support of a movement to stand up against bullying and to spread love and kindness - Pink Shirt Day.
Auckland’s farming future is getting a boost from technology and innovation. Farms and Food for the Future is a new initiative that is embracing technology to protect our green spaces and transform our farming practices.
Auckland Council has been given a feedback report based on the community's view on balance between kauri protection and recreation for the Waitākere Ranges track re-opening plan. The report found over half wanted more access to tracks, while many wanted access in less time than the plan … View moreAuckland Council has been given a feedback report based on the community's view on balance between kauri protection and recreation for the Waitākere Ranges track re-opening plan. The report found over half wanted more access to tracks, while many wanted access in less time than the plan proposed. Council said the purpose of the report was to identify which tracks the community felt should or should not be opened so it can make amendments to the plan. However, the one consistent message was that residents deeply care for and treasure our forests.
Hi I am a ece teacher. We are looking at rubbish and recycling andits affects. Would anyone have an old fishing net that they don’t won’t or need anymore, for a display we are doing. Tia.
Supermarket giant Foodstuffs has announced that in the North Island it will now be allowing customers to bring re-useable containers for use in staffed areas like seafood, bakery, delicatessen, and butchery areas.
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Auckland Council is struggling to settle on a plan that allows Auckland residents to enjoy the Waitā…
We need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.
Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.
Find out more about … View moreWe need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.
Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.
Find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There's still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced.
A landlord unlawfully entered her tenant's home three times because she thought it smelt. In 2018,…
A search is under way for parts of a century-old schooner that was looted by scavengers when it was…
Check out these creative kiwis! We've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards. It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists... now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here … View moreCheck out these creative kiwis! We've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards. It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists... now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene Repurposed masterpiece!
(Make sure to vote for your favourite Resene Redecorated category entry too!)
Look at these creative cookies! The competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards. We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Redecorated Category... now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the … View moreLook at these creative cookies! The competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards. We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Redecorated Category... now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite recycled masterpiece!
(Make sure to vote for your favourite Resene Repurposed category entry too!)
Walter and Wild Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its I Love Pies brand Vegan Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).
This product uses a dairy free cheddar alternative product which is not the source of the undeclared milk. The milk is likely to originate from … View moreWalter and Wild Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its I Love Pies brand Vegan Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).
This product uses a dairy free cheddar alternative product which is not the source of the undeclared milk. The milk is likely to originate from the processing environment, as the manufacturer processes other products which contain milk or milk products. This recall does not affect any other I Love Pies brand products
I Love Pies brand Vegan Lentil Mince & Cheese (210g)
I Love Pies brand Vegan Lentil Mince & Cheese Party Pies 6 pack (280g)
I Love Pies brand Vegan Spiced Chickpea & Spinach (195g)
The study involves a 3-night in-patient stay and 11 outpatient visits.
Are you:
- 18-65 years of age?
- BMI 19-37 kg/m 2
- No medication
You will be reimbursed $4000 (less tax) for your time and inconvenience.
… View moreThe study involves a 3-night in-patient stay and 11 outpatient visits.
Are you:
- 18-65 years of age?
- BMI 19-37 kg/m 2
- No medication
You will be reimbursed $4000 (less tax) for your time and inconvenience.
Email: xenon@clinicalstudies.co.nz
Or call: 0800 STUDIES (7883437)
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