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COUNTIES ENERGY TRUST holds 100% of the shares in its company, Counties Energy, on behalf of the beneficiaries who are directly connected to its electricity lines network whether you rent or own.
THE AGM is a public meeting and you are warmly invited to attend!
WHEN: Monday 25th August @ 5.30pm … View moreCOUNTIES ENERGY TRUST holds 100% of the shares in its company, Counties Energy, on behalf of the beneficiaries who are directly connected to its electricity lines network whether you rent or own.
THE AGM is a public meeting and you are warmly invited to attend!
WHEN: Monday 25th August @ 5.30pm
WHERE: Counties Manukau RFU, 21 Stadium Dr, Pukekohe
Come and meet newly elected Trustees, Andrew Kay and David Tompkins.
The formalities conclude approx 6pm followed by supper. We hope you can join us!
Your Voice . Your Energy . Your Trustees
COUNTIES ENERGY TRUST holds 100% of the shares in its company, Counties Energy, on behalf of the beneficiaries who are directly connected to its electricity lines network whether you rent or own.
THE AGM is a public meeting and you are warmly invited to attend!
WHEN: Monday 25th August @ 5.30pm … View moreCOUNTIES ENERGY TRUST holds 100% of the shares in its company, Counties Energy, on behalf of the beneficiaries who are directly connected to its electricity lines network whether you rent or own.
THE AGM is a public meeting and you are warmly invited to attend!
WHEN: Monday 25th August @ 5.30pm
WHERE: Counties Manukau RFU, 21 Stadium Dr, Pukekohe
Come and meet newly elected Trustees, Andrew Kay and David Tompkins.
The formalities conclude approx 6pm followed by supper. We hope you can join us!
Your Voice . Your Energy . Your Trustees
COUNTIES ENERGY TRUST holds 100% of the shares in its company, Counties Energy, on behalf of the beneficiaries who are directly connected to its electricity lines network whether you rent or own.
THE AGM is a public meeting and you are warmly invited to attend!
WHEN: Monday 25th August @ 5.30pm
… View moreCOUNTIES ENERGY TRUST holds 100% of the shares in its company, Counties Energy, on behalf of the beneficiaries who are directly connected to its electricity lines network whether you rent or own.
THE AGM is a public meeting and you are warmly invited to attend!
WHEN: Monday 25th August @ 5.30pm
WHERE: Counties Manukau RFU, 21 Stadium Dr, Pukekohe
Come and meet newly elected Trustees, Andrew Kay and David Tompkins.
The formalities conclude approx 6pm followed by supper. We hope you can join us!
Your Voice . Your Energy . Your Trustees
Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View moreSome of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.
And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.
*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.
Hello, your local community library is delighted to hold another set of activity days during the upcoming school holidays.
The only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony in the world can be found at Dunedin's Taiaroa Head. The Albatross are largest (and arguably the prettiest) seabird and is a taonga species to Māori.
Keen to see a fluffy royal albatross live? Head to the Royal Cam - a 24-hour live stream … View moreThe only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony in the world can be found at Dunedin's Taiaroa Head. The Albatross are largest (and arguably the prettiest) seabird and is a taonga species to Māori.
Keen to see a fluffy royal albatross live? Head to the Royal Cam - a 24-hour live stream of an albatross nest.
Why the live feed? Well, the royal albatross are slow-breeding birds, and lay only one egg every two years.
Currently the chick in the feed is in its post-guard period, and is left alone. The parents are only returning with food every few days. This little chick will be hitting a milestone really soon - it will finally take their first flight in September! Keep an eye on our little celebrity here.
We hope this link brings a smile!
Hello everyone!
✨ “We’re so sorry for keeping you waiting 🙏 but the wait is finally over! Our brand-new collection is on the way 🚚 and will be here by next week! I cannot wait to show you 4 beautiful outfits that are going to steal your heart 💕 Stay tuned!”
Get $40 off Resene’s quality range of 10L paints, wood stains, primers and sealers with your Resene DIY card.
Plus buy 1 60-80 mL testpot get 1 free! Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.
Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved… View moreGet $40 off Resene’s quality range of 10L paints, wood stains, primers and sealers with your Resene DIY card.
Plus buy 1 60-80 mL testpot get 1 free! Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.
Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints all made right here in New Zealand.
At Ryman you'll find a perfect blend of independence and community. To learn more, read our guides to introduce you to life at Ryman, showcase our independent and assisted living options, and give clarity around the costs.
Click below to access your free guides to retirement living.
✨It's 2 for 1 Tuesday ✨
👀 Simply buy 1 item and get a similar item of equal or lesser value, ABSOLUTELY FREE! 👀
That means...
Buy 1 top get the second top free!
Buy 1 pair of shoes get the second pair free!
🤩 We are open from 9:30am - 4pm today 🤩
* Sale excludes books,… View more✨It's 2 for 1 Tuesday ✨
👀 Simply buy 1 item and get a similar item of equal or lesser value, ABSOLUTELY FREE! 👀
That means...
Buy 1 top get the second top free!
Buy 1 pair of shoes get the second pair free!
🤩 We are open from 9:30am - 4pm today 🤩
* Sale excludes books, selected ornaments, children's clothing, selected clothing, furniture, plants and crafts made by our Bloom participants *
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Hear from our team on how rates are set and ask your questions at our upcoming webinar.
📅 Thursday 21 August, 6 - 7.30pm
Join us online to learn about:
- Why and how the council sets rates
- Revaluation and its impact on rates
- See why some Aucklanders have had greater rates changes … View moreHear from our team on how rates are set and ask your questions at our upcoming webinar.
📅 Thursday 21 August, 6 - 7.30pm
Join us online to learn about:
- Why and how the council sets rates
- Revaluation and its impact on rates
- See why some Aucklanders have had greater rates changes than others
- Assistance available to ratepayers
- There will be an opportunity to have your questions answered
ℹ️ Find out more and register here: tinyurl.com...
Restructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.
But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?
In The Post’s article '… View moreRestructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.
But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?
In The Post’s article 'Reaching for change: Is our public service obsessed with restructuring?', doctoral candidate Annika Naschitzki from Victoria University is trying to understand repetitive restructuring.
New Zealand’s public service is often seen as risk-averse, slow-moving, and stuck. But interviewed staff indicate that they want change, that change is needed ... just not through restructuring.
Naschitzki doesn’t mince words: “We always have the same issues, but we keep trying to fix the same problem with the same hammer we've been using for decades.”
Are we leaning too heavily on structural change when real transformation might lie elsewhere? Perhaps through training, resourcing, tools, and practice, as Naschitzki suggests.
What do you think?
Is restructuring the right tool for meaningful change, or just a habit we can’t seem to break?
If you are wary of restructuring, how can we do better?
Tell us your thoughts in the comments!
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