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2113 days ago

Have micro-credentials helped you get ahead?

Josephine Franks Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Gone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder. 

We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications… View more
Gone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder. 

We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications for specific skills. 

Perhaps you've pieced together a full qualification by doing online courses, or maybe you've taken a workshop rather than investing in a six-month course. We'd love to hear from you - email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz

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2113 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

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2114 days ago

Waikato Regional Council Set to Slash its Emissions

Denis from Thames

The new Climate Action Committee of Waikato Regional Council has leapt into action with a recommendation to slash the council's own carbon emissions by 70 per cent in 10 years.

The strategy includes switching fleet cars to electric vehicles, using biofuel instead of generator diesel, and … View more
The new Climate Action Committee of Waikato Regional Council has leapt into action with a recommendation to slash the council's own carbon emissions by 70 per cent in 10 years.

The strategy includes switching fleet cars to electric vehicles, using biofuel instead of generator diesel, and imposing a sinking carbon budget for domestic air travel. www.stuff.co.nz...

2116 days ago

WOODEN BUNKS/ TWO SINGLES

Julie from Waihi Beach

Have only ever been used as spare beds for guests and are now surplus to requirements.
Bunks break down to two single beds also.
Note: a crack in the lower bunk which has been patched up with block of wood. Easily fixable im sure for someone with the right skills. :) My husband is fabulously … View more
Have only ever been used as spare beds for guests and are now surplus to requirements.
Bunks break down to two single beds also.
Note: a crack in the lower bunk which has been patched up with block of wood. Easily fixable im sure for someone with the right skills. :) My husband is fabulously awesome, however he's no handyman! haha ;)
Pickup Waihi Beach.

Price: $200

2116 days ago

Regional Coastal Plan Review - Drop in Sessions Near You

Denis from Thames

Waikato Regional Council is reviewing the Regional Coastal Plan and is keen to capture your views and feedback. This plan sets out the rules for activities in the coastal marine area – that’s the ‘wet’ area of the coast below the high tide mark and extending out to the 12 nautical mile … View moreWaikato Regional Council is reviewing the Regional Coastal Plan and is keen to capture your views and feedback. This plan sets out the rules for activities in the coastal marine area – that’s the ‘wet’ area of the coast below the high tide mark and extending out to the 12 nautical mile limit (approximately 20km). Read more Online at teggtalk.wordpress.com...

2116 days ago

Decorate in style and save

Resene

Get decorating and $ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or … View more
Get decorating and $ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is required, Resene staff can help you every step of the way.

Resene products are designed and made in NZ and have been since Resene started in Wellington over 70 years ago.

Come in and get inspired to make the most of your home.
Learn more

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2117 days ago

Only 3 weeks to go until Neighbours Day Aotearoa kicks off!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

One way to take part is by joining or setting up a Neighbourhood Support group on your street.

Our Coordinator at Hastings District Council recently sent us this snap from a get together with residents from a new suburb who are keen to get Neighbourhood Support up and running.

To gauge interest, … View more
One way to take part is by joining or setting up a Neighbourhood Support group on your street.

Our Coordinator at Hastings District Council recently sent us this snap from a get together with residents from a new suburb who are keen to get Neighbourhood Support up and running.

To gauge interest, he hosted a free barbecue at a park with the support of their local New Zealand Police to bring neighbours together to discuss setting it up. Every group is different in how it chooses to operate. Our policy is whatever works best for your area!

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2118 days ago

Electric Vehicles Boosted Under Regional Council Plan

Denis from Thames

Electric Vehicles Boosted Under Regional Council Plan
The Climate Action Committee of Waikato Regional Council (WRC) has recommended that a Waikato Region Electric Vehicle (EV) Working Group be established to coordinate the adoption of EVs and the expansion of charging infrastructure. The proposed… View more
Electric Vehicles Boosted Under Regional Council Plan
The Climate Action Committee of Waikato Regional Council (WRC) has recommended that a Waikato Region Electric Vehicle (EV) Working Group be established to coordinate the adoption of EVs and the expansion of charging infrastructure. The proposed Working Group will comprise all councils in the Waikato region, electricity network companies, and EV advocacy representatives. Read More Online - teggtalk.wordpress.com...

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2118 days ago

Thames Heritage Festival

Carolyn from Thames

Thames Heritage Festival 2020, with the theme ‘One Town, Many Tales’, takes place this year on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March at Bella Street Pump House, Thames Goldmine Experience, Historic Kōpū Bridge, Thames Small Gauge Railway, Thames School of Mines with Rock Shop & Mineral … View moreThames Heritage Festival 2020, with the theme ‘One Town, Many Tales’, takes place this year on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March at Bella Street Pump House, Thames Goldmine Experience, Historic Kōpū Bridge, Thames Small Gauge Railway, Thames School of Mines with Rock Shop & Mineral Museum, Thames Treasury - Archive & Research Centre, and Thames Museum. The events around these sites in Cochrane St, Queen St and Brown St, and at Kōpū , include gold panning; 19th century gold mining machinery in action; talks and Q&A chats with experts; guided walks and leisurely strolls; small gauge train rides, music, story telling and more. For more details see the full programme on www.thamesheritage.co.nz....
The festival is presented by Thames Heritage Network: we all look forward to welcoming you to our events.

2118 days ago

👐🏻 Practising river safety using team work, finding support in each other.

Graeme Dingle Foundation

All of our programmes have a focus on team-building, learning to work through challenges with others.

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2132 days ago

TCDC "$12m Cost Blowout" not mentioned before Election.

David from Thames

Sandra Goudie announces $12M cost blowout & 10% rates rise in Feb!!
Can someone please advise how TCDC can announce this on 10th Feb, but there is no mention of it, that I can see, in their Pre-Election Financial Report, or was that just a fake.

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