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Southland father and son, Robert and Bobby Baird have recently received their forestry qualifications, proving you are never too old to learn.
While Robert has practical experience gained during four decades in the bush, he says vocational training like the qualification he… View moreAnother great story!
Southland father and son, Robert and Bobby Baird have recently received their forestry qualifications, proving you are never too old to learn.
While Robert has practical experience gained during four decades in the bush, he says vocational training like the qualification he has just done is helping keep people safe.
Competenz assessor Neville Muir worked with Bairds throughout their training programme.
“Bobby is very driven to succeed and very organised. He’s also very keen to continue upskilling his crew and there are a lot of different certificates still to do,” he says.
While Bobby is his boss at work, Robert turns back into ‘dad’ at the end of the day. “I give him a hand during the day when he’s got a lot of work on. We have a great relationship and it’s a magic thing to be able to do to work with your son.”
Im on the lookout for a diesel Van,ute or truck, anything up to 5k. Any condition considered not running ect. 0220460257
We have heaps of fabric ideal for mask making and it’s all 1/2 PRICE.
Also a Great Winter Clothing Sale with up to 90% off Clothing.
The Richmond Shop is open from Wednesday 8th.
Monday to Friday 8.30 to 5.00
Saturday 9.00 to 2.00
Sunday 10.00 to 3.00.
Thank you for your support.
We will be open from Wednesday (8th September) 8 am onwards. Once again you will be able to get your milk 24/7.
Please take the following precautions before entering the shed as well as during and after milk vending:
1. Do not enter the milk vending shed if you have any Covid-19 symptoms. Stay … View moreWe will be open from Wednesday (8th September) 8 am onwards. Once again you will be able to get your milk 24/7.
Please take the following precautions before entering the shed as well as during and after milk vending:
1. Do not enter the milk vending shed if you have any Covid-19 symptoms. Stay at home, contact your GP or Healthline.
2. You now need to wear a mask in the shed because our space is a defined small space.
3. Mandatory record keeping comes into effect from 11:59 pm on 7 September 2021. Therefore you must either scan our QR code or sign into the Covid Tracing sheet (inside).
4. Please thoroughly wash and dry your hands at the outside sink or disinfect your hands with the supplied sanitiser BEFORE you enter the shed.
5. Please only enter the shed one at a time. Physical distancing of 2 meters between yourself and the next customer applies at all times.
6. Overall, please be mindful of how your cleaning and hygiene practices during milk vending may impact on the next few customers.
All support towards keeping everyone safe and sticking to the rules is hugely appreciated by our milk team and we thank you and your family in advance.
Happy Safe Vending Everyone 🙂
Daisy on behalf of Riverside Milk.
Riverside Milk is not proccessed in any form. It is raw milk. The Ministry of Primary Industries advises the following: “Raw milk may contain harmful microorganisms that can cause serious illness. To reduce the risk of illness, raw milk should be heated to at least 70 ⁰C for one minute. This is critical for infants, young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems”.
Dear Customers,
We are currently waiting for information from the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) on whether we can open at level 3. Unfortunately, we have heard in the meantime that other milk vending service providers around the country have been told to stay shut until level 2.
We are … View moreDear Customers,
We are currently waiting for information from the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) on whether we can open at level 3. Unfortunately, we have heard in the meantime that other milk vending service providers around the country have been told to stay shut until level 2.
We are hoping to hear back from the MPI soon and will inform you of any changes accordingly. Let's all hope it's good news.
Thanks for your continued support in this stressful and confusing time.
Daisy on behalf of Riverside Milk
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All regions outside Auckland will move to Covid-19 Alert Level 2, with Auckland remaining at Alert Level 4 for at least another week.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield announced the changes at a post-cabinet press conference on Monday … View moreAll regions outside Auckland will move to Covid-19 Alert Level 2, with Auckland remaining at Alert Level 4 for at least another week.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield announced the changes at a post-cabinet press conference on Monday afternoon.
Regions outside Auckland will make the change to Alert Level 2, at 11.59pm tomorrow.
Here's what you need to know
- A refresh on Level 2 restrictions and what it means for you.
- Indoor gatherings are now capped at 50 people, with outdoor gatherings restricted to a maximum of 100 people.
- There have been 20 confirmed cases of Covid-19 reported by the Ministry of Health since 9.00am yesterday, all in Auckland.
- If you have any flu-like symptoms, call the NZ Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or ring your GP.
- Find your closest Covid-19 testing location on the Healthpoint website
For more information, visit covid19.govt.nz.
still looking for old houses and out building to search for old stuff .Houses and property over 100 years old
We are going Hard and Fast on our Winter Sale, up to 90%
Off most stock.
All Women’s and Men’s :
Jackets $4 and $5,
Jeans and Trousers $2,
Knitwear, Tops and Shirts $1 and $2.
… View moreWe are going Hard and Fast on our Winter Sale, up to 90%
Off most stock.
All Women’s and Men’s :
Jackets $4 and $5,
Jeans and Trousers $2,
Knitwear, Tops and Shirts $1 and $2.
Women’s Skirts $2.
Women’s Dressers $4 and $5.
All Women’s and Men’s shoes $2.
All Women’s Boots $5.
All Children’s Clothing 50c.
All Scarves and Winter Hats 50c.
How has lockdown been for you this time round? Have you been supported by family, or by one of Nelson's many caring organisations? Has been vaccinated given you some security, or have you felt fearful to leave the house?
Hello all again, i did get one good lead for a place but potentially still looking. I am after a small flat to rent, long term. I am a Mature, single, Quiet working woman, (non smoker/drinker) with a wee cat Daisy. I have lived where I am for 11 years, and come with very good references. (only … View moreHello all again, i did get one good lead for a place but potentially still looking. I am after a small flat to rent, long term. I am a Mature, single, Quiet working woman, (non smoker/drinker) with a wee cat Daisy. I have lived where I am for 11 years, and come with very good references. (only noise you would hear is the grandchildren visiting) Thank you Donna.
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One bedroom cottage in the heart of Mapua available for rent now.
The cottage is just a few minutes walk to the village and the wharf. It has a nice rustic feel to it and is semi furnished with full kitchen, bathroom, washing machine, TV, internet and off street parking. The cottage is situated … View moreOne bedroom cottage in the heart of Mapua available for rent now.
The cottage is just a few minutes walk to the village and the wharf. It has a nice rustic feel to it and is semi furnished with full kitchen, bathroom, washing machine, TV, internet and off street parking. The cottage is situated behind our property but has its own private access. We are a young family of 4 and we are looking for responsible, clean and quiet tenants.
$350 per week + power
Internet and water included
Ideal for a single or couple. No smokers or pets please.
Reference checks, bond, and standard rental agreement will apply.
Please PM or call Alena on 0224106696
Here is a message from Bruce Smith, Westland mayor:
Bruce Smith Westland District Mayor. 24-07-2021
On the 3rd of March I published my journey to date with the three Waters reforms being proposed by Government. You can see this summary on youtube.
www.youtube.com...
Now with the 2021 local … View moreHere is a message from Bruce Smith, Westland mayor:
Bruce Smith Westland District Mayor. 24-07-2021
On the 3rd of March I published my journey to date with the three Waters reforms being proposed by Government. You can see this summary on youtube.
www.youtube.com...
Now with the 2021 local government conference behind us where we listened to the Prime Minister and Minister Mahuta and had discussions with a number of Mayors and CEs its time for a further update. Some call it a bribe I prefer incentive.
At the LGNZ conference a 2.5 billion dollar incentive was announced by the Prime minister to encourage councils to opt into the government three water proposals.
Westland District Council was to receive 11 million dollars which we were advised could be used on any project and not refined to three waters. Its stated purpose was to ensure Councils were no worse off after their three waters function and assets were removed by government.
Nothing was mentioned about strings attached by the Prime Minister in her speech.
On the second day of the conference we were informed the money would become available in July of 2024.
It could be spent on projects consulted and approved by IWI and was not confined to three waters investment.
It was subject to councils joining the government masterplan for three waters reform.
This included the transfer of Councils 3 water assets to one of four companies to be established to control the allocation of water, the assets transferred by Councils and the funding of the current and future three water supplies.
It was clarified that Maori would be granted membership and voting rights of 50% of the governance groups that controlled the three water activities and future strategic direction of each of the four entities.
The voting would be 50% Maori and 50% councils who had transferred 100% of the assets to the operating companies.
This government proposal gives Maori who makeup at June 2020 10.4% of the West Coast population and 16.7% of the New Zealand population according to statistics NZ.
Maori in commercial terms gets the right of Veto in perpetuity from government.
This is an unorthodox proposal where 100% of the population have paid for the existing assets and will be paying 100% of all future water costs.
Amongst the conversations it was observed how undemocratic this proposal was. It was noted that the proposal would create a real backlash in our communities. An unintended consequence or is it a further implementation of the HE PUAPUA report.
You can see the report here.
www.nzcpr.com...
The proposed governance structure sits over the operating companies which have no ownership structure as defined in the companies act, have no shareholding and what appears to be an ad hoc distribution of voting rights.
The Mayors were informed by Minister Mahuta that councils have until the end of September 2021 to advise government if they are in or out of the proposed 3 waters reform structure.
Mayors were also informed that information which has not been received at present would be supplied by government via DIA and sent to councils for consideration during August/September.
Councils are required by The Local Government Act to consult with its ratepayers when strategic asset purchases or Disposals are being considered.
I can't speak for other councils but Westland will need at least 3 months upon the receipt of the information to engage experts and receive their advice on the merits and risks of the transfer of assets as proposed by government.
This will then go to ratepayers for consultation and seeking of submissions.
My view is that because of the implications of transferring over a quarter of Councils total assets at below valuation there is only one safe road to take.
I will be advocating for a binding referendum to go out to the people of Westland seeking direction on in or out. It’s called democracy.
It's hard to imagine how any council in New Zealand will be able to make a decision without the clear direction a referendum will bring.
Discussion occurred about what information ratepayers would require to make a decision as at present they are 100% in the dark and will only know what has been read in the media much of which is spin doctor sourced.
The first information required from any ratepayer that has not been in the papers:
what do I pay now?
What will I pay if this proposal is mandated?
I can only talk about Westland.
At present a household pays $527.40 pa water rates.
A commercial business pays $927.12 pa water rates.
If the proposal is mandated households will pay $1,640 to the water supplier for their water.
We have not been told what a commercial user will be charged by the water supplier.
Households need to know if the $1640 is plus GST or inclusive of GST as 99% are not registered for GST.
Another question that ratepayers will need answered is will the $1640 dollars account they received from the water supplier come off my current rates bill?
The answer is a firm NO.
If your WDC household rates are say $3000 at present the $527.40 for water you pay at present will come off your rates from Council.
Your rates will drop to $2472.60 and at the same time you will receive an account from the water supplier for $1,640.
Your cost today is $3,000 which includes water.
Your total cost if the proposal is mandated will be $4,112.60 and that's an increase of 37%.
The mayors talked a lot about democracy and the loss of localism which needs to be considered.
Perhaps we should consider how much influence coasters have with say NZTA.
All Councils have had the NZTA roading contribution this year reduced by a minimum of 10% due to a government directive to put road user charges into rail networks and cycleways.
Health services on the coast now have no direct local input. Its government controlled.
The Tai Poutini Polytechnic now has no direct local input. Its government controlled.
Education is 100% completely controlled from Wellington. Its government controlled.
Social housing is 100% controlled out of Wellington. Its government controlled.
The coast has a serious shortage of social housing and no sign of this being rectified.
Now the proposal is to take all three water assets from the people of Westland, to have them transferred to one of four water supply companies.
There will be no tangible compensation. Households will pay much more for water with no control of future costs.
The government keeps repeating the PR teams key message “ we have proven the case for change”
Government keeps referring to the one event where a failure that occurred in Hastings which had never occurred before or after in New Zealand and is no-where near a justification for change.
There is discussion going on around New Zealand about the removal of control and assets for three waters from councils. Assets which generations of families have paid for with hard earned cash.
What’s proposed seems to fly in the face of our New Zealand democracy and way of life.
I will try and summarise as at 24th of July my journey to date.
The case for change has not been proven.
The water quality bar has been set at a level unaffordable to New Zealanders this is evidenced by the increased cost they will be invoiced by the water regulator to every household.
One size does not fit all.
The loss of local control and influence feels like a step too far.
Confiscation of assets paid for and built up over generations with no compensation will struggle to gain public support.
Some say the proposal to give a right of VETO to Maori who make up 16.7% of the population is undemocratic and will find little support. It follows closely the objectives set out in the HE PUAPUA report
The borrowing of up to 160 billion dollars by the new proposed entities using the assets transferred from our councils and paid for by generations of New Zealanders as security feels reckless.
If its aimed at increasing borrowing in New Zealand away from governments balance sheet it is going to struggle to get support.
The time frames being urgently pursued by government suggest this is not about three waters. If it was why the urgency?
What other councils do around New Zealand is up to them however a public referendum in every district would allow our residents and ratepayers who have along with their families over generations paid for these three water assets and on that basis the decision to opt in or out must come directly from them.
Bruce Smith
Westland District Mayor
021-922860
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