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The royal visit will shut vehicles out of parts of downtown Auckland on Tuesday afternoon with crowds expected.
- The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will visit Karanga Plaza in Wynyard Quarter for a stroll around 4pm on Tuesday.
- Wynyard Quarter will be closed to vehicles from 2pm on Tuesday … View moreThe royal visit will shut vehicles out of parts of downtown Auckland on Tuesday afternoon with crowds expected.
- The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will visit Karanga Plaza in Wynyard Quarter for a stroll around 4pm on Tuesday.
- Wynyard Quarter will be closed to vehicles from 2pm on Tuesday afternoon. Roads would be reopened when crowds clear, Auckland Transport spokesman James Ireland said.
- If you are hoping to catch a glimpse of the couple, AT advised crowds to use public transport as parking in the area would be limited. Downtown, the Fanshawe Street car park or an open-air car park on Madden Street would be the closest options, it said.
- Normal timetables would operate on buses, trains and ferries but some buses would be diverted and stop closures would be in place, AT added. Buses including the 20 service, 75 service and CityLink service would experience detours. "Some delays can be expected," AT said. The bus stop at 63 Jellicoe Street would be closed and a temporary stop would be in place outside 55 Madden Street, AT said.
Other engagements planned for the royals on Tuesday include a 'welly-wanging' contest at Queen's Commonwealth Canopy on the North Shore between 11.45am and 12.45pm.
The couple will then head to Pillars, a charity that supports children with a parent in prison, with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Following their stroll along the viaduct, the couple will attend a reception with Ardern held at the Auckland War Memorial Museum at 7pm. Read more here
Guy Fawkes is fast approaching, so how are people feeling about the upcoming festivities?
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Members singlet for sale - hardly worn by an 8 year old girl once a week for 1 hour for about 3 months.
Paid $40...will sell for $15. Size Y8
Have your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a… View moreHave your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a strong focus on building community and societal disaster resilience to protect New Zealand’s prosperity and well-being.
Your input will help us to make the strategy relevant, and better able to meet its objectives, for all New Zealanders. You can view the proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy and find out how to make a submission at www.civildefence.govt.nz...
The consultation will close on Friday, 7 December 2018.
Maintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to … View moreMaintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
Hi Neighbours, summer’s coming and you’re probably thinking about taking a holiday break, or just break up the day to day routine! Go Kiwi Go offers amazing volunteer, gap and holiday experiences. From working with orphans in Nepal, to diving in Mexico; working with the elephants in Thailand, … View moreHi Neighbours, summer’s coming and you’re probably thinking about taking a holiday break, or just break up the day to day routine! Go Kiwi Go offers amazing volunteer, gap and holiday experiences. From working with orphans in Nepal, to diving in Mexico; working with the elephants in Thailand, refugees in Greece, to big cats in Africa, we have projects that are really making a difference.
Anyone over 18 can do a project with Go Kiwi Go, our oldest participant so far has been 75! But don’t take our word for it, check out our blog page!
“I would recommend to anyone if you want to make a difference to sign up and do some volunteer work with Go Kiwi Go, you will not regret it!” Jasper from Wellington in Nepal.
So visit our website and check out all the projects and where you can go, or give us a call 0800 600 300 or email info-newzealand@afs.org
Susan and Rhiannon
GKG Team
We would like to invite you all down to the Remuera Golf Club to experience Long Drive Golf at its best! With many top NZ Long Blacks and Australian Long Ballers this event is set to go down to the wire.
Sunday November 4th from 3pm to late. Fireworks at 8.45pm. Plus check out the Kids Zone … View moreWe would like to invite you all down to the Remuera Golf Club to experience Long Drive Golf at its best! With many top NZ Long Blacks and Australian Long Ballers this event is set to go down to the wire.
Sunday November 4th from 3pm to late. Fireworks at 8.45pm. Plus check out the Kids Zone fun, SNAG Golf and other entertainment options on display.
Mayor Phil Goff and Minister of Transport Phil Twyford officially opened the Seabrook Avenue Cycleway with a celebration at New Lynn School.
two seater Couch, Sofa Green in color
Has been in use since past couple of years, very good condition, with no apparent fault.
… View moretwo seater Couch, Sofa Green in color
Has been in use since past couple of years, very good condition, with no apparent fault.
Need to be picked up by 4th November.
Pickup is from Blockhouse Bay, Auckland 0600
Much of residential Te Atatū South could soon be 30kmh. Auckland Transport says that if a person was hit by a vehicle travelling at 50kmh, the risk of death was 80 per cent. "If they are hit at 30kmh, that risk reduces to 10 per cent."
* Click through for the story, and as we sometimes … View moreMuch of residential Te Atatū South could soon be 30kmh. Auckland Transport says that if a person was hit by a vehicle travelling at 50kmh, the risk of death was 80 per cent. "If they are hit at 30kmh, that risk reduces to 10 per cent."
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printing press for lino printing wanted, please ph Anna on 021 1111 869
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Extras - 3 bike rack, outdoor shower, led outdoor light, solar power, awning, gazebo
Asking $32k though negotiable
Hi there,
I have 2 lots of youths cricket gear for sale reasonably priced for what you get, refer to Trademe listings
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Mary
A migrant from Malaysia applied for 400 jobs and had 21 interviews before he finally got a job - and now he's warning other new arrivals to upskill on Kiwi lingo and is urging employers to welcome cultural diversity. Alex Tan has spoken out after the release of research from employment and … View moreA migrant from Malaysia applied for 400 jobs and had 21 interviews before he finally got a job - and now he's warning other new arrivals to upskill on Kiwi lingo and is urging employers to welcome cultural diversity. Alex Tan has spoken out after the release of research from employment and training organisation, Twin, found nearly 40 per cent of interviewers in the UK would not progress a candidate based on their lack of ability to communicate confidently and the quality of their voice. A New Zealand recruitment consultant and a frontline advocate for migrants believe the situation is similar here. The 47-year-old Tan, who moved to Auckland in February, found employment only after eight months and sending out hundreds of applications. Tan, who lives with his partner and child, is a strategy consultant who helps businesses identify opportunities for growth. He said he was told at many interviews that he was either overqualified or lacked Kiwi experience. "I was quite surprised because I've worked in different types of businesses and organisations and have international experience." Tan said some Kiwi slang and phrases still sounded foreign to him, but he did not think this was the only reason he wasn't being offered jobs. "There's still a very village mentality among employers here, and getting jobs is about who you know rather than what you know. "I guess some employers are not too comfortable about offering jobs to people that are too different to themselves." His struggle to find work had put a strain on the family's finances."My advice to anyone wanting to migrate to New Zealand is to ensure they have enough savings to at least last them a year," Tan said. AUT University Professor of Diversity Edwina Pio said migrants should learn to speak and understand Kiwi slang if they wanted to increase their chances of finding employment. She believed it was legitimate for employers to expect would-be employees to be able to speak Kiwi English and understand the mannerisms and nuances of the language as it is spoken here. She said it was up to migrants and refugees to "come to the game" if they wanted to better their chances. "I think it's a legitimate request particularly when there are so many small organisations in New Zealand, their margins are thin and they do expect to make some small profits," Pio said.
"So we cannot expect a high degree of altruism from these employers towards refugees and migrants unless they also pull up their socks, and come to the game and really speak English the way it's done here in New Zealand."
Pio, a migrant herself, said new settlers should make an effort to familiarise themselves with Kiwi slang and phrases. "For example the meaning of 'sweet as' or 'cheers', the equivalent of thank you, or 'good day' or 'mate' or 'girlfriend' - it doesn't mean, in these instances, perhaps the meaning that would be there in their source countries," Pio said. Migrants should take advantage of free English language courses, Pio said. "Consider it a priority and [a way of giving] back to the country for the privilege of living here. "It works both ways, there has to be a dignity discourse on both sides and not only on the part of the employer and the broader society ... after all, it takes two hands to clap." Senior recruitment consultant Amber Wilson said, "The ability to be able to communicate your personality, strengths and ambitions" played a major part in an interview. And Dr Margriet Theron, president of the Rotorua Multicultural Council, said she regularly encountered migrants struggling to find work. She said programmes like "Professional speaking for migrants" and "English for speakers of other languages", run by Speech New Zealand helped. These were endorsed by Immigration New Zealand and Theron said receiving an accredited qualification for completing the courses would show employers the person could communicate effectively. Speech New Zealand said the UK survey showed the reason migrants didn't get jobs was because employers preferred workers who spoke English as a first language. "While the idea of cultural diversity is trending among organisations, employers are still hesitant to take on individuals whose first language isn't English," Speech New Zealand said.
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Hi there, 2 adult daughters looking for work. 3-4 days a week. Most things considered. We are in the Titirangi Area, so any neighbouring areas would be fine. ie. Gardening, tidying up sections for you (but we don't have anywhere to tip rubbish so that would be up to you or anything else you … View moreHi there, 2 adult daughters looking for work. 3-4 days a week. Most things considered. We are in the Titirangi Area, so any neighbouring areas would be fine. ie. Gardening, tidying up sections for you (but we don't have anywhere to tip rubbish so that would be up to you or anything else you have a need for. Outdoor work preferred or packaging may be an option.
Urgent response needed. Phone either Natalie or Amy on 09 8176381
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