13 days ago

Where can I get help to write my CV? ✍🏼

Hira Siddiqui from Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga/Eastern Manukau

An up-to-date CV is an important document because employers look at the information in your CV to decide whether to interview you or not for a job.

Find information and tips online:
Some examples of where you can find useful information and tips are on these websites:

πŸ‘‰πŸΌ CVs and cover letters - Work and Income: workandincome.govt.nz...
πŸ‘‰πŸΌ How to write a CV - TahatΕ« Career Navigator: tahatu.govt.nz...
πŸ‘‰πŸΌ CVs and interview tips: Student Job Search: www.sjs.co.nz...
Use a free CV builder service:
πŸ‘‰πŸΌ Auckland Business Chamber offer a CV Builder service to people who are receiving a Work and Income benefit.
πŸ‘‰πŸΌ To use this CV builder you first need to call Work and Income on 0800 779 009 and ask to sign up.
πŸ‘‰πŸΌ Find out more about Auckland Business Chamber’s CV Builder: aucklandchamber.co.nz...

Te Heke Mai:
πŸ‘‰πŸΌ Te Heke Mai offers help to build a professional CV and cover letter, set career goals, and gain valuable skills: tehekemai.co.nz... Home Page - Te heke mai

Books about writing CVs at your local library:
πŸ‘‰πŸΌ Your local library may have books about writing a CV or a resume.
πŸ‘‰πŸΌ Your local CAB can help you find someone in your area who can help you with your CV for free. Find a CAB near you:

www.cab.org.nz...
Information credit: Citizens Advice Bureau: cab.org.nz
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6 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? πŸ’°πŸŒ²

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? πŸ’°πŸŒ²
  • 53.4% Yes
    53.4% Complete
  • 46.6% No
    46.6% Complete
1959 votes
4 days ago

A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?

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3 days ago

Auckland, why are we so excited about a new store? πŸš—πŸ›’

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

I think we’ve all seen the traffic notices and headlines about the new IKEA by now!

So here’s the question: why do we get so excited when a new store opens? Convenience? Curiosity? A reason for a weekend outing? We’d love to hear your thoughts!

Keen for an update? The Post has you covered

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