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As the temperature drops more of us our reaching for our trusty hot water bottles to stay toasty, but at what risk?
Hundreds of people are reporting hot water bottle burns every year and it's getting worse, especially among children. For the latest hot water bottle safety tips, click here.
North Auckland residents are pleading with authorities to fix their "collapsing and dangerous road".…
Create cocktails. Make great coffees. Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA they will teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry. 80% of NZMA graduates go on to employment or higher study*. There are even free study options … View moreCreate cocktails. Make great coffees. Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA they will teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry. 80% of NZMA graduates go on to employment or higher study*. There are even free study options available**.
You’ll study:
• Food safety training
• Bar and beverage service
• Café and restaurant service
• Barista skills
• Customer service
• Transactions and money handling
• Maintaining a responsible drinking environment
NZMA has campuses that provide hospitality training in North Shore, Auckland City, Sylvia Park and Auckland South. Come and visit our campuses for a coffee and tour their facilities.
Know anyone or want to enrol yourself?
Courses start in June, July and September so get in touch with NZMA and enrol today.
*80% represents an average student outcome over twelve months in 2016 and 2017. Visit ‘Latest News’ on nzma.ac.nz for more details.
**Terms and conditions apply. Contact the NZMA team for more information.
We DESPERATELY need volunteers at the SPCA Op Shop in Pukekohe. Our Op Shops raise VITAL funds for SPCA Auckland and we rely heavily on volunteers to help operate them.
If you're available during the week, and keen to help out, please follow the link to find out more: … View moreWe DESPERATELY need volunteers at the SPCA Op Shop in Pukekohe. Our Op Shops raise VITAL funds for SPCA Auckland and we rely heavily on volunteers to help operate them.
If you're available during the week, and keen to help out, please follow the link to find out more: www.spcaauckland.org.nz...
Your time will help save animals like Wallace <3
Finding the new wheelie bin tag system confusing? Let us simplify this for you.
With easy monthly payments and no fixed-term contracts, you can ‘set and forget’ with WMGO.
Pricing, collection zones and T&C’s available online.
Hi neighbours,
Inequality in Auckland is at its worst since World War II. Detailed new research reveals the wealth gap among neighbourhoods, with Ōrākei rating 9.8 out of 10 on the 'prosperity index', while Ōtara-Papatoetoe rates only 0.7. How does your neighbourhood compare? Check … View moreHi neighbours,
Inequality in Auckland is at its worst since World War II. Detailed new research reveals the wealth gap among neighbourhoods, with Ōrākei rating 9.8 out of 10 on the 'prosperity index', while Ōtara-Papatoetoe rates only 0.7. How does your neighbourhood compare? Check out part one, two and part three of our Stuff/ Newshub investigation here.
Or have you seen less of them?
Wasps drain on the economy, impacting on forestry, farming, bee-keeping, vineyards and more.
Some people also suffer severe allergic reactions, and the Westpac rescue helicopter often comes to their aid.
Let us know what you've noticed, and if you know of a … View moreOr have you seen less of them?
Wasps drain on the economy, impacting on forestry, farming, bee-keeping, vineyards and more.
Some people also suffer severe allergic reactions, and the Westpac rescue helicopter often comes to their aid.
Let us know what you've noticed, and if you know of a wasp's nest near you, we'd love to go and check it out, so let us know where it is.
Write DNP (Do not Print) if you don't want your comment published.
*** UPDATE *** Thanks to everyone who's voted in the poll and been in touch to share their thoughts on this topic. You can read our full story, here.
A multi-sports pavilion at Millwater’s Metro Park has taken a step forward.
Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a … View moreLooking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance for volunteers and their partners.
Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
'Keep left' signs in Mandarin, put up during a protest outside a gun club, are being slammed as "out…
How will you be celebrating National Volunteer Week next month?
National Volunteer Week (17-23 of June 2018)
celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who are volunteering their time and skills to our communities every year.
The theme this year is Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, … View moreHow will you be celebrating National Volunteer Week next month?
National Volunteer Week (17-23 of June 2018)
celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who are volunteering their time and skills to our communities every year.
The theme this year is Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.
We think this captures the essence of what volunteering is about. This is a time to acknowledge how volunteering efforts contribute to and enrich all communities within Aotearoa.
#NVW2018 #volunteering
A total of 123 swimmers completed 3916 laps (or 97.9 kilometres) at the inaugural RotarySwimarathon,…
Would you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.
"We have seen so many hidden gems of New… View moreWould you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.
"We have seen so many hidden gems of New Zealand that we would never have seen if we were still living in a house," says Lynette.
Does the idea of selling up to make a big life change appeal to you? What changes would you like to make?
Hi Auckland,
The Government has announced 6400 new state homes and social houses as part of Budget 2018. About $234.4m has been committed over the next four years. So what do you think? How will your community benefit from the housing boost? To read more, click here.
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