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If you have a vehicle with an Alpha-type Takata airbag and haven't had it fixed by the start of next year, then you won't be getting a Warrant of Fitness.
A recall was issued, but there are still a few thousand cars NZ-wide that have not been repaired due to peoples' contact … View moreIf you have a vehicle with an Alpha-type Takata airbag and haven't had it fixed by the start of next year, then you won't be getting a Warrant of Fitness.
A recall was issued, but there are still a few thousand cars NZ-wide that have not been repaired due to peoples' contact details being outdated.
Six brands are affected by the recall: Honda, BMW, Isuzu, Mazda, Nissan and Toyota (including Lexus). Concerned owners can check whether or not their vehicle is involved in the compulsory recall here.
🏆 We want every child to know: What they have inside is greater than any obstacle!
Dear community I write to you to express serious concerns that there are people (young especially) getting caught out by devious businesses that will take on staff and then display unsafe, unsound business and even unlawful practice.
For example...
A young person (Chris) seeks out work and finds … View moreDear community I write to you to express serious concerns that there are people (young especially) getting caught out by devious businesses that will take on staff and then display unsafe, unsound business and even unlawful practice.
For example...
A young person (Chris) seeks out work and finds someone who suddenly has a gap to fill. Great! They know that they need to present things like banking and personal info to the business and usually this is asked for early on. (Chris) starts work and soon finds out that the hours are erratic and that the "manager" fails to confirm exactly what (Chris's) responsibilities will be or wages, so he does any and everything required of him. He's diligent and follows instructions well and works hard as per his normal character.
At the end of the week he find out he's responsibilities incl locking up after everyone else have gone home. Unknowing what hours are actually required of him and difficulty in getting any return calls to messages he goes in and finds out that he's no longer required because he failed to perform to the "expect level" (that was never communicated properly to him)!! He also sees they have "hired" another new person to do the job he was doing?
Warnings signs are appearing to him that this may not be a good business to work for!
After he's worked 40hrs he finds out that the "business lost his information or there was a problem in bank system ... And any wages will be late" he's told "out of character" things from the manager and feels totally confused.
He's lost the "job" needs to pay rent and is nearly broke after the expenses of that week.
What (Chris) failed to receive before starting work for this place... Any form of contact or agreemnet anything in writing even after 7days.
He goes to seek legal advise concerned this business is "rouge". They confirm his worst fears. He will loose a week's wage with little recourse and they may slander him and say nasty things that are untrue. No response from them even from a letter from the lawyers means either go to court or stand the lose.
Sound like a manipulation to you? These businesses exist in our community, are well know by name and the Legal profession are watching.
*Failure to ensure the employment agreement is in writing may result in a fine of $1,000 per employee. Both parties need to sign it.
Good employment relationships start with a good recruitment process so that the employee and employer have the same expectations about the role and working conditions.
A well written employment agreement helps the employee and employer to know what is expected from them and what they’re entitled to. This means misunderstandings are less likely to happen and if a problem does come up then the employee and employer can go to the employment agreement to clarify things.
Have you or anyone else had a similar situation occur?
Unfortunately we can't name and shame these places publicly however there is help available and steps that people need to think about especially for that fist job even if it's part time or on call.
A Colmar Brunton survey showed one in three New Zealanders (34 per cent) were reducing their meat consumption or eating no meat at all. Baby boomers were leading the meat-reduction charge, while most vegans and vegetarians were millennials, they found. What about you? Would you try a plant-based … View moreA Colmar Brunton survey showed one in three New Zealanders (34 per cent) were reducing their meat consumption or eating no meat at all. Baby boomers were leading the meat-reduction charge, while most vegans and vegetarians were millennials, they found. What about you? Would you try a plant-based diet? Vote in the poll below.
Our December mini market has been brought forward with one week and is on Saturday 30 November from 9.00am to 12.30pm. All are welcome! A special Christmas market is on Saturday 14 December - usual time, usual place! This is an ideal time to stock up for Christmas 🥳🌲
Hi Neighbourly members, we all love a bargain, but buying a gift that really gives back seems like a much better way to kick off the holiday season, don’t you think?
We’re not sure who decided that Black Friday was suddenly a ‘thing’ down in our part of the world, so, as us Kiwis tend to… View moreHi Neighbourly members, we all love a bargain, but buying a gift that really gives back seems like a much better way to kick off the holiday season, don’t you think?
We’re not sure who decided that Black Friday was suddenly a ‘thing’ down in our part of the world, so, as us Kiwis tend to do, we thought we’d put our own spin on it instead. One that is much more focused on community over consumerism, and equally about giving as it is about getting.
Curious?
Kicking off today and running through 'til Monday 2 December, we are doing our annual buy-one-give-one campaign.
That means for every Christmas Gift Box or Christmas Cracker set purchased, we’ll also give one to City Missions and food banks across the country to support families in need. Our aim is to give back to an organisation within the community that each of our customers live in.
The best part? There’s no car park congestion, over-crowded shopping malls or #walmartfights involved. You can shop online from the comfort of your own home, with the knowledge that you’re also doing good for fellow Kiwis in their own community.
You could say that our version of Black Friday is in fact a whole lot more colourful, adding brightness to what might otherwise be a fairly bleak Christmas for many families in New Zealand.
Together, we can make Christmas a bright and tasty time for families in need - and that sounds like a pretty good deal, don’t you think?!
Whether you’re buying for an avid foodie, a wannabe masterchef, a time-poor parent, or a student who needs help to step their signature spag bol up a notch, our Christmas Gift sets are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser, are all gluten-free, with no MSG, and all-natural!
You’ll find more information about Raptor Naturals, our Christmas Gift Boxes and our Christmas Crackers on our website - www.raptornaturals.co.nz
Thanks for your support
Rachael and the Raptor Naturals team
Next weekend there will be the inaugural Pickleball Hawke’s Bay competition.
If you want a fast, ever changing afternoons entertainment , then come on down to the Sylvan Road courts and ENJOY, it’s free too
Red Cross Mistletoe Market is being held at the Hastings Service Centre - 823 Heretaunga Street West this Thursday 28th November, 3-8pm. Entry by gold coin.
Over 40 local stallholders so you can start and finish your Christmas shopping all in one place.
Jewellery, recycled wood products, … View moreRed Cross Mistletoe Market is being held at the Hastings Service Centre - 823 Heretaunga Street West this Thursday 28th November, 3-8pm. Entry by gold coin.
Over 40 local stallholders so you can start and finish your Christmas shopping all in one place.
Jewellery, recycled wood products, artwork, candles, bath and body products, paper items, christmas wreaths, knitting, coffee, icecream, sausage sizzle, plants and herbs, handbags, customised items, gingerbread houses, dog accessories, handmade cards, beeswax wraps and more... PLUS 3 great raffles; a Christmas Cake, a gingerbread house and a holiday party pack.
With our Lifestyle magazine you can read all about the happenings going on in the villages, from ballet, our new partnerships to dad jokes. Click on the link below to read our third edition for the year.
Snoring can be incredibly disruptive and people who sleep next to a snorer are likely to be fatigued and experience all the difficult symptoms that come with sleep deprivation.
Snoring volumes can get so loud that they can cause hearing issues for their partner. It’s not surprising because some … View moreSnoring can be incredibly disruptive and people who sleep next to a snorer are likely to be fatigued and experience all the difficult symptoms that come with sleep deprivation.
Snoring volumes can get so loud that they can cause hearing issues for their partner. It’s not surprising because some snoring can reach up to 80 decibels, which is the equivalent to a jack hammer or motorcycle!
Before resorting to more expensive options such as surgery for the snorer, try our custom-made sleep plugs. They can also be useful for trampers staying overnight in DOC huts where not just your sleeping partner can make you very tired and grumpy!
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Drop for Youth is a unique fundraising event organised by the Graeme Dingle Foundation.
All are welcome and encouraged to attend the lecture on 5G at Iona College. TODAY!
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