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At our weekly meeting we heard from Brian Smellie of Hutt City, one of the organisers of the Innovative Young Minds Programme held for the first time in July, and from Sophie Miller, one of the participants, who attends Samuel Marsden in Whitby. This was clearly a great initiative and Brian assured… View moreAt our weekly meeting we heard from Brian Smellie of Hutt City, one of the organisers of the Innovative Young Minds Programme held for the first time in July, and from Sophie Miller, one of the participants, who attends Samuel Marsden in Whitby. This was clearly a great initiative and Brian assured us that it will be repeated. IYM is a technology and innovation programme for young women in the Wellington region, targeted at Year 11 and 12 students.A technology and innovation programme for young women in the Wellington region
Innovative Young Minds (IYM) is designed to attract and engage young women to the field of technology. Targeted at Year 11 and Year 12 students, IYM was a week-long residential programme that ran from 9-14 July, 2017.
It’s well known that diversity in the workplace leads to more innovation. Women are under-represented in the STEMM sector (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and manufacturing) and Hutt Science (a Hutt City Council initiative), Rotary Hutt City and Hutt Valley High School want to change that.
Congratulations to everyone who completed the 2017 programme on the 14th July. Details for 2018 will be posted by October.
We're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an … View moreWe're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an unexpected friendly gesture. It might even be something you've seen on Neighbourly!
Comment below before Monday 28th August and we'll pick THREE lucky story tellers to win a $30 Prezzy® card.
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Hi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&C’s … View moreHi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&C’s apply. Find out more.
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Are you an experienced door to door Sales Consultant or have that hunger in the belly to make money? We’re a solid reputable company and you’ll be out representing us, our great brand and what we stand for. Because this is a pivotal role and we need you here at Meridian, we’ll be taking great… View moreAre you an experienced door to door Sales Consultant or have that hunger in the belly to make money? We’re a solid reputable company and you’ll be out representing us, our great brand and what we stand for. Because this is a pivotal role and we need you here at Meridian, we’ll be taking great care of you.
What is in it for you? Besides the standard uniform, iPhone and iPad, you’ll get industry leading training which will set you up for a successful sales career with Meridian. We have a genuine career pathway (and plenty of success stories to prove it), ample staff benefits and activities to keep you motivated and happy in your work. Contact Vivien.smith@meridianenergy.co.nz for more information.
Kia Ora everyone,
The Friends of Pataka Museum (Porirua) are planning a Historical Bus trip to Wairarapa next month if you are interested. Here are the information if you would like to tag along for art lovers etc or consider a day out:
Date : Saturday 2 September, leaving Pataka … View moreKia Ora everyone,
The Friends of Pataka Museum (Porirua) are planning a Historical Bus trip to Wairarapa next month if you are interested. Here are the information if you would like to tag along for art lovers etc or consider a day out:
Date : Saturday 2 September, leaving Pataka at 8-30 AM, returning 4-30 PM
Itinerary
Visit to Anzac Hall and Featherston Camp with commentary
Visit to Papawai Marae (once the seat of the maori Parliament)
Visit to Aratoi Museum. Aratoi have an amazing exhibition on the history of Ngati Kahungunu. This exhibition includes 12 Lindauer portraits of important Kahungunu leaders.This is a truly amazing display.
Cost : $35 –not including lunch.
If interested please ph Tony Cross on 04 238-0058 or email tony_cross@xtra.co.nz
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If you have problems with services or products, you may be protected by the CGA. You should expect services to be carried out with appropriate competency and skills, and completed to a reasonable standard.
For example, Jan had two painters provide quotes for some painting and wallpaper work. … View moreIf you have problems with services or products, you may be protected by the CGA. You should expect services to be carried out with appropriate competency and skills, and completed to a reasonable standard.
For example, Jan had two painters provide quotes for some painting and wallpaper work. She chose her painter and the work was completed. Two weeks later she noticed bumps and lumps in the wallpaper, that she hadn’t noticed at the time the bill was paid.
With a faulty product, you can return it and ask for a repair, replacement or refund. But that’s not so easy with a service! But Jan’s story ended well, the painter came back and rectified the problem at no cost to Jan.
Check out YOUR rights at consumerprotection.govt.nz
For the girls at co-ed Aotea College, it was a result to celebrate when all seven top academic award…
The future of a historic Porirua hall, which has cost $193,114 to maintain for the five years it has…
Most new home builders have a long list of questions...what building materials should we use? How can we include energy-saving features? How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined? How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?
… View moreMost new home builders have a long list of questions...what building materials should we use? How can we include energy-saving features? How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined? How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?
Questions like these are exactly the sort of questions we answer at our FREE Jennian New Home Builder Info Sessions. We invite you to come along, meet your local Jennian team and join us for an informative evening which will cover off these common questions and more.
Want to find out the answer to these key topics and more? Book a FREE complimentary seat at our next info session in your area.
A chippie in Lower Hutt took the country's top honours, but where can you get good fish and chips in Porirua?
Required to roof croquet club shelters. Perhaps you can help with some pieces - preferably cut to the length of 1.6 metres. In total we require 16 pieces though would be happy to receive any pieces in good condition.
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