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1253 days ago

Pukekohe Work and Income Centre closed from July 15 until August 09

Sapeer Mayron Reporter from Franklin County News

The Pukekohe Work and Income Centre is closing for upgrades for around three weeks to improve the environment for staff and clients.

The centre at 9-11 Tobin Street, Pukekohe, will temporarily close from Friday, July 15 until it reopens to the public on Tuesday, August 9 at 8:30 am.

Ministry of Social Development (MSD) Regional Commissioner for Auckland South, Jules Lynch said the changes include more privacy for clients, plus added security and "dedicated employment spaces."

"The changes have been tested and are already in place in other parts of the country where they have received good feedback," Jules said.

During the temporary closure, people will still be able to access the help they need through phone and online services outlined below:
Calling 0800 559 009 for Work and Income
Calling 0800 552 002 for Senior Services
Visiting my.msd.govt.nz

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1 day ago

Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
  • 42.9% Yes
    42.9% Complete
  • 31% Maybe?
    31% Complete
  • 26.1% No
    26.1% Complete
394 votes
22 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.

Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?

Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!

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2 hours ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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