An open letter to the person who called HBDC re my dogs
Tonight, less than 150m from your house, I was walking my dogs.. Yep, just now .. circa 9.05pm .. and I spotted something going on .. or rather - one of my "annoying" dogs alerted me .. Long story short - the cops were called, the perpetrator taken away in cuffs and a whole lot of crummy people warned to behave or else ..
(Curious - how did your cat respond to this danger in our neighbourhood?)
While I get not everyone likes dogs, may I suggest to you that not ALL dogs who guard their turf are bad, and point out (I kinda figured it was obvious but clearly not) that if you walk up the driveway to my gate, ie you're on my property - my dogs will bark.. I've trained them to do so .. cos just like you*, I live alone and I rely on my dogs to protect me.
So yeaaaah .. maybe think on some of these factors before crying to council about barking dogs annoying you ... esp when it is lies (the dates you submitted are 100% wrong .. how do I know? uhm, I was home and they didn't "bark all day". I'd have kicked their asses if they did. lol)
*oh yeah .. I kinda think I know who complained but this is going to everyone in case someone else reads it and goes "oh gosh maybe that barking dog is actually helping to protect someone, or something!" ..
Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑
Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.
We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
Want to read more? The Press has you covered!
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53.3% Human-centred experience and communication
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14.3% Critical thinking
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29.5% Resilience and adaptability
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2.9% Other - I will share below!
The latest product recalls
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
⚠️Cereulide toxin risk in Nestlé brand Alfamino Infant Formula (0-12 months) recalled due to the possible presence of the toxin cereulide
Nestlé Milo Dipped Snack Bars
BC Hot Water Bottles sold at Bargain Chemist
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Nature Baby Sleeping Gown
Product Recalls: Toys
Sensory Game Controller - sold at Kmart
Product Recalls: Cosmetics
Outside Beauty & Skincare SPF 50+ Mineral Primer (2 batches)
Anessa and Shiseido Anessa sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Biore and Kao Biore sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Kose Sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Mentholatum sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Pigeon sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Rohto sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Product Recalls: Electronics
Harvest Right Freeze Dryer HRFDSBKP-PP sold at Costco
Product Recalls: Other
Michelin X Multi Z and X Line Energy Z, size: 355/50R22.5, load/speed index:156K
UPDATED GASGAS Motorcycles: GASGAS Cross Country and Motocross model motorcycles with BRAKTEC brake system. New VINS added
Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.
See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
Make a hearty dish. Take just half a minute. Add four parts of kestrel. Then just add one. What have you made?
(Trev from Silverdale kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Trev!)
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