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Replacing your existing power points with a double power point with USB charging port is a great way to free up space for other plugs, particularly in bedrooms, kitchens and offices. Give us a call on 371 7434 or drop an email to admin@wakefieldelectrical.co.nz to find out more.
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Buskers 2018!
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Hi Guys,
After nearly 6 years in NZ me and my fiance are leaving to return home to the UK.
We have many items up for sale on trade me. Follow the link to view.
Most auctions except for the car finish this Friday
www.trademe.co.nz...
Thanks for the memories Lancaster Park!
We are inviting you to share photographs or illustrations of the memories you’ve had in the earthquake-damaged stadium that captures your memories of the place as we say a final goodbye.
Whether it’s watching a cricket match from the embankment, … View moreThanks for the memories Lancaster Park!
We are inviting you to share photographs or illustrations of the memories you’ve had in the earthquake-damaged stadium that captures your memories of the place as we say a final goodbye.
Whether it’s watching a cricket match from the embankment, cheering on the Crusaders or enjoying a live concert, send in your images for a chance to have them featured on signage around the site ahead of, and during, the deconstruction.
Learn more: cccgovtnz.cwp.govt.nz...
Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.
We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 … View moreDear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.
We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 of Resene paints, wood stains and painting accessories for them to complete their local projects.
Please join us in congratulating:
1) Waipu Evolution - nominated by Philippa Ross
2) Ngaruawahia Community - nominated by Jannaya Herbes
3) Vaka Tautua (Mangere, Auckland) - nominated by Anele Siaopo
4) Eastside Community (Masterton) - nominated by Maria Bennett
5) Tokomaru Community - nominated by Caitlyn Veerbeek
6) Glen Innes Community (Auckland) - nominated by Sara Haddon
7) Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts - nominated by Rodney Thompson
8) Westport 7 day makeover - nominated Graham Howard-Mills
9) Belfast Playcentre (Christchurch) - nominated by Chris O'Rourke
10) Otari Wilton School (Karori, Wellington) - nominated by Raylyn Christian
11) Potter Home (Whangarei) - nominated by Mandy Beazley
12) Pukenui Forest signage project (Onerahi) - nominated by Shirley Peterson
Please join us in sending a huge congratulations to these twelve wonderful winners.
ALSO: keep an eye out next month for the Splash of Christmas Colour Cheer with your chance to vote on who gets a painty present. More soon!
After weeks of guessing and a hard fought election, Jacinda Ardern, Labour’s youngest ever leader is now Prime Minister of New Zealand. She heads a Labour led government with a New Zealand First and Green party coalition.
She made international news during the election campaign for refusing to be… View moreAfter weeks of guessing and a hard fought election, Jacinda Ardern, Labour’s youngest ever leader is now Prime Minister of New Zealand. She heads a Labour led government with a New Zealand First and Green party coalition.
She made international news during the election campaign for refusing to be drawn on whether she planned to have children and for criticising the AM Show’s Mark Richardson, when he suggested that all employers have a right to know this when hiring a woman.
It raised an important question for employers. Is it ever ok to ask a female candidate about her baby plans?
The answer here in New Zealand is clear. Discrimination on the grounds of pregnancy, childbirth and family status is prohibited. A range of legislative protections to this effect are enshrined in the Human Rights Act 1993, the Employment Relations Act 2000 and the Parental Leave and Employment Protection Act 1987.
As pregnancy can raise the possibility of altered working conditions and parental leave, some employers may like to know of a woman’s plans, but asking about that raises significant risk. Women must be treated the same as any other candidate in the recruitment process. Pregnancy, or potential pregnancy, should not be taken into account when deciding who to hire. There is generally no lawful reason for an employer to ask such questions of a candidate therefore.
This most likely also applies where the position is for a fixed term or where an employer has health and safety concerns given the pregnancy.
Simply assuming that a pregnant woman may not work for the full period of a fixed term of employment is likely to fall foul of our employment laws. A court would likely say that it cannot be anticipated how much parental leave she may wish to take, or even be entitled to.
From a health and safety perspective, it would be rare that work which is safe for other employees would pose a risk due to pregnancy. Even where this is so (for example say where the work involves heavy lifting or exposure to chemicals) there are usually alternatives open to employers. They include temporarily changing an employee’s duties or directing her to take early parental leave. The New Zealand courts are likely to prefer such alternative arrangements being implemented, over say a scenario where a woman is denied access to employment in the first place.
Men are also protected from discrimination on grounds of family status and are able to share parental leave with the mother. In fact, any person who is the primary carer of a child can now apply for leave from employment where certain conditions are met given changes to parental leave legislation in 2016.
This all means baby plans should not be a topic for discussion at interviews in job situations, no matter who is applying for the job.
We also add that the law surrounding parental leave was recently changed, as noted above, and can be tricky to navigate. Our employment team can help you make sure that the right procedures are being followed.
If you want to know more please contact Geraldine Biggs, Associate, in our Litigation Team, Ph 03 379 4660 or via the email link below.
The Government has ordered an urgent review of plans for the Metro Sports facility amid concern the project will come in $75 million over budget. Read more at NEWSLINE:
www.ccc.govt.nz...
Christchurch’s first eco-burial site has opened in Diamond Harbour. Read more at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...
The speed limit on Dyers Pass Road could be changed in a bid to reduce the high accident toll along the route. Read more at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...
Hi Neighbours,
I have recently started a small home based tyre business in Mairehau. We have very competitive prices and provide fast friendly serive with very flexible hours. If you need tyres, please get in touch, we would really appreciate your business.
Regards,
Shane, Hayley & Lucy
… View moreHi Neighbours,
I have recently started a small home based tyre business in Mairehau. We have very competitive prices and provide fast friendly serive with very flexible hours. If you need tyres, please get in touch, we would really appreciate your business.
Regards,
Shane, Hayley & Lucy
SHL Tyres
shltyres.co.nz...
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I'm looking for a couple of wooden pallets to make a planter for my partner for Christmas. Does anyone have any that they want to get rid of, or know where I could get some from?
Thanks in advance :)
Can anyone use this free washing machine. Fully functional but lost its lid in transit. Will need a new one.
Pick up St Albans
Text 0212443346.
Looking for a new challenge this summer? Why not check out Le Race Petite, it’s got all the exciting features of Le Race but over a shorter distance. Bonus!
Enter now at www.lerace.co.nz... #lerace
Do you have the 'awesomest' neighbour in town? We want to hear all about them.
It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that … View moreDo you have the 'awesomest' neighbour in town? We want to hear all about them.
It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that bright pink car or skateboards with the kids to school each day.
Tell us why your neighbour is awesome and you could win one of four $250 Prezzy® cards (plus one for your Awesome Neighbour).
That's right, at your local New World, you could win a $1000 Gift Card. Every $40 you spend when you scan your Clubcard gives you another entry to unwrap an even merrier Christmas. T&Cs apply.
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