2467 days ago

Special Programme!!!

SCRATCHPAD Northcote

On Wednesday 29th May, we are running a special day event offering kids a chance to learn an exciting skill. The sessions will run from 9am – 3pm but if you would like to drop early or pick up late, you can book for additional hours from 8am – 9am or 3pm – 5pm at a nominal price of $10 per additional hour.

During this special one day, you can choose between two very exciting programs:

Let Us Code – Suitable for ages 5+
Develop games with Roblox – Suitable for ages 9+

Learn to code and develop that essential skill for the future. Write code to solve problems, enhance creativity and be innovative.

Roblox is a digital playground for children to create their own adventures. Learn to develop your own games, interact with friends and have lots of fun in this online world.

Create your own world using Roblox Studio and express your creativity using Technology. Explore Roblox and collaborate with your friends on creative projects.

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3 hours ago

Auckland Seniors & Travel Expo

Seniors & Travel Expo

Neighbourhood locals are invited to the Auckland Seniors & Travel Expo, a relaxed and welcoming event bringing lifestyle, leisure, and travel together under one roof. Meet 50+ exhibitors showcasing travel ideas, retirement living, mobility solutions, health services, finance, and local clubs. Enjoy live music from Kulios, café seating, door prizes, and be in to win a Luxury Beachfront Escape for Two to Rarotonga.

North Harbour Stadium
28 February & 1 March
10:00am – 3:00pm
$10 entry
More Info & Tickets

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19 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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4 days ago

Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
  • 52.2% Human-centred experience and communication
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  • 15% Critical thinking
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  • 29.9% Resilience and adaptability
    29.9% Complete
  • 2.9% Other - I will share below!
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525 votes