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As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.
Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking … View moreAs parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.
Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus!
Carlile House in Auckland’s Grey Lynn is slowly crumbling away.
Its owners, the United Church of Tonga, claim the land’s significance as home to the first Tongan congregation in New Zealand is being neglected by Auckland Council, in favour of its history as an orphanage, preventing the site … View moreCarlile House in Auckland’s Grey Lynn is slowly crumbling away.
Its owners, the United Church of Tonga, claim the land’s significance as home to the first Tongan congregation in New Zealand is being neglected by Auckland Council, in favour of its history as an orphanage, preventing the site from being developed.
Because of the building's status as a category one historic place and a stalemate with Auckland Council, Carlile House cannot be repaired or demolished.
However, the situation has recently become of higher concern to both parties, following the recent partial collapse of the building’s roof.
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The Kai Ika Project is gutted by reports of fish being dumped in Wharf Rd, Albany.
About 100kg of snapper heads and frames, along with some trevally, were ditched during the weekend.
The Kai Ika Project said it was extremely sad and disappointed to see this sort of dumping still happening.
The … View moreThe Kai Ika Project is gutted by reports of fish being dumped in Wharf Rd, Albany.
About 100kg of snapper heads and frames, along with some trevally, were ditched during the weekend.
The Kai Ika Project said it was extremely sad and disappointed to see this sort of dumping still happening.
The group has urged people with unwanted fish parts to drop them off to a filleting trailer at Westhaven Marina Z Pier from Thursday to Sunday between 10.30 am and 6 pm.
Or they can go to www.freefishheads.co.nz... to connect with people who are keen to receive unwanted fish.
A “treasured” Māori carving stolen from an apartment building has been found in bushes not far away.
The carving was stolen from the Fernz Motel and Apartments in Birkenhead, on Auckland’s North Shore, on April 28.
A man was captured on CCTV taking the “unique” piece, then leaving on … View moreA “treasured” Māori carving stolen from an apartment building has been found in bushes not far away.
The carving was stolen from the Fernz Motel and Apartments in Birkenhead, on Auckland’s North Shore, on April 28.
A man was captured on CCTV taking the “unique” piece, then leaving on an e-scooter.
It was found by a member of public over the weekend and has been returned to its owners, police said.
An investigation into the theft is continuing, and police are appealing for the public to help identify the man seen on CCTV.
He was wearing a grey hoodie over white overalls when he was caught on camera just after 5am.
“Why would someone be wearing these distinctive white overalls early in the morning?” detective constable Alistair Harford said.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 105, quoting file number 210428/9644.
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A limited edition blue and red bun will be satisfying mid-morning cravings and backing Kiwi kids in need this month.
Fun buns bought from Bakers Delight in May will support vulnerable children through the annual KidsCan campaign.
People can support the one in five New Zealand children … View moreA limited edition blue and red bun will be satisfying mid-morning cravings and backing Kiwi kids in need this month.
Fun buns bought from Bakers Delight in May will support vulnerable children through the annual KidsCan campaign.
People can support the one in five New Zealand children experiencing hardship by buying fun buns or adding a $1 donation to their purchase.
KidsCan is working with 829 low decile schools and 110 early childhood centres to provide more than 200,000 children with the essentials.
Bakers Delight franchisees and customers have raised more than $110,000 for KidsCan during the past three years, providing children with nutritious food, jackets, shoes and health items.
This year they aim to raise $40,000 for the charity which has seen a spike in the number of children in need.
"... With more than 4000 children waiting for help we need support now more than ever,” said KidsCan chief executive officer Julie Chapman.
Many families are still feeling the effects of the financial fallout from Covid-19.
"After a year of so much uncertainty, there has never been a better time to bring communities across New Zealand together to raise funds for such an important cause," said Bakers Delight joint chief executive officer Elise Gillespie.
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Chinese resident Jiayi Tang’s plans to study in New Zealand were quashed last year when the country barred travellers from China and Iran as the Covid-19 pandemic raged.
But the Massey University student is persevering with her spatial design course thanks to a new pilot programme launched… View moreChinese resident Jiayi Tang’s plans to study in New Zealand were quashed last year when the country barred travellers from China and Iran as the Covid-19 pandemic raged.
But the Massey University student is persevering with her spatial design course thanks to a new pilot programme launched by the university with a varsity in China.
A learning centre has opened this year at Nanjing University of Finance and Economics where students can join classmates for online classes delivered by Massey University, backed by local learning support advisors.
“At first, I was like a fish out of water,” said Tang, a third year student in the College of Creative Arts.
“I felt stress on my study work without the chance of face-to-face with a teacher on campus,” the 20-year-old said.
“[Being] without a tutor in front of me is the biggest challenge and difficult for me.”
But the online course had turned out to be the best solution for Tang and her three classmates, she said.
Massey Business School student Jingyan Zhang’s plans to study at the Auckland campus were also thwarted last year.
Zhang said he had been looking forward to seeing New Zealand’s beautiful views.
But the 24-year-old had spent a lot of time away from home before the pandemic hit.
“Now I have more time with my family and my friends, so I think it is not a bad thing for me.”
While learning online was more difficult than lessons with a tutor, the course was good, he said.
In his final semester, Zhang is part of a class of nearly 80 business students.
“I have got a lot of good friends here,” he said.
Zhang said he did a lot of meaningful things at the Nanjing campus, including forming the student union.
“... We go on trips together, go fishing, play a game of basketball and study.”
The online classes are being rolled out to 100 current students from Massey Business School and the College of Creative Arts, with potential to expand the programme into other disciplines during the second semester.
The Massey learners share access to the library, gyms, sports facilities and student canteen at the Nanjing college.
“We are committed to providing an excellent learning experience for our international students, which includes supporting them in developing these types of communities, ... to study together with peers in a welcoming environment with other students at NUFE...” said Massey deputy vice-chancellor of students and global engagement Tere McGonagle-Daly.
Massey University has campuses in Albany, Auckland, Wellington and Palmerston North.
It is working with the New Zealand government on options to welcome international students back to campus when it is deemed safe, a Massey University spokesperson said.
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Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund … View moreCome together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
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One of the first girl guide units to be formed in Auckland is gearing up for its centenary.
The 1st Auckland Cavell Girl Guide Unit turns 100 in July and is seeking old girls to join the celebrations.
A social afternoon is planned for July 3, kicking off at 2pm with past guiding activities such … View moreOne of the first girl guide units to be formed in Auckland is gearing up for its centenary.
The 1st Auckland Cavell Girl Guide Unit turns 100 in July and is seeking old girls to join the celebrations.
A social afternoon is planned for July 3, kicking off at 2pm with past guiding activities such as knot tying and marking arm slings.
Guests will be treated to afternoon tea and a birthday cake before photographs are taken of the girls.
The day will end with a singalong around the campfire.
The next day, a church parade will march through St Andrews Church, Epsom, where the unit has been meeting since 1921.
Parishioners are invited to a morning tea after the procession.
The unit, initially known as the St Andrew's Peace Scout Group, is believed to be the first guide company which has kept going since it was launched.
It all started when eighteen-year-old Mona Burgin wrote to the Dominion chief scout Colonel Cosgrove, a New Zealand Boer War veteran, asking about Girl Peace Scouts.
He arranged to meet her in Queen St, Auckland and wrote she would recognize him by the red flower in his buttonhole.
Soon after the meeting Burgin formed the troop on July 6.
Girl Peace Scouts wore khaki uniforms and the St Andrews troop wore a red open-ended tie.
In 1923, the Dominion Council became affiliated with the original Girls Guides Association in London.
*Former unit members can email cavellgirlguidesnz@gmail.com for details of the centenary.
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