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Domino’s is under fire after adding a tipping feature to its online ordering system, with critics saying the pizza chain should “pay staff properly” instead of relying on customer generosity.
But Domino's says the system helps keep its workers safe and there is no obligation to tip.
… View moreDomino’s is under fire after adding a tipping feature to its online ordering system, with critics saying the pizza chain should “pay staff properly” instead of relying on customer generosity.
But Domino's says the system helps keep its workers safe and there is no obligation to tip.
The new feature gives customers the option to pay a fixed amount or choose their own tip for their “delivery expert” before completing payment.
The move has been met with outrage on social media where some have said Domino’s should “pay staff properly instead”.
Three white flags will fly from the very top of the Sky Tower this week, to raise awareness about mental health in the construction industry.
SkyCity spokesperson Arron Money said the construction industry has one of the highest rates of suicide in the commercial sector in New Zealand.
… View moreThree white flags will fly from the very top of the Sky Tower this week, to raise awareness about mental health in the construction industry.
SkyCity spokesperson Arron Money said the construction industry has one of the highest rates of suicide in the commercial sector in New Zealand.
“Flying the flags from the top of the Sky Tower is our way of acknowledging the problem and empowering the industry to do something about it. The flags are a visual reminder for workers to stop and have the courage to ask a mate if they are alright,” he said.
Fly the Flag is a campaign created by Mates in Construction - an organisation established to combat the high rate of suicide among construction workers in New Zealand.
As a mark of respect for the families who have lost loved ones to suicide, the Sky Tower will also be lit as large ribbon with colours of orange and gold on September 10 to support World Suicide Prevention Day.
We are delighted to welcome Chef Des Harris as culinary tutor to work alongside Chef Finn Gybel.
Des started his career in the kitchen of Wellington’s Logan Brown Restaurant with Al Brown and Steve Logan and moved to Auckland as executive chef of Clooney in 2006. In more recent years, Des has … View moreWe are delighted to welcome Chef Des Harris as culinary tutor to work alongside Chef Finn Gybel.
Des started his career in the kitchen of Wellington’s Logan Brown Restaurant with Al Brown and Steve Logan and moved to Auckland as executive chef of Clooney in 2006. In more recent years, Des has been executive chef at the Hunting Lodge.
Here is Des with our diploma chefs and his first menu of Beef carpaccio with lemon thyme, black garlic mayo, pickled shallots, brown butter croutons
Goats cheese cappelletti with asparagus, Parmesan & brown butter
Sous Vide Lamb shoulder with Pumpkin molasses, Medjool date, puffed wheat & black olive
Chocolate sabayon tart with white chocolate yoghurt
Hi neighbours,
John Palino has announced his intention to run in the 2020 general election despite not being in the country.
Palino, who is best known for his three unsuccessful campaigns for Auckland mayor, has signed on as a list candidate for the minor Tea Party.
But Palino is … View moreHi neighbours,
John Palino has announced his intention to run in the 2020 general election despite not being in the country.
Palino, who is best known for his three unsuccessful campaigns for Auckland mayor, has signed on as a list candidate for the minor Tea Party.
But Palino is currently based in Florida, United States, after travelling to visit family at the end of last year and deeming it too dangerous to return due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
He says he will run his campaign from there and return if the Tea Party is “lucky and fortunate” to get enough votes.
The Taxpayers and Entrepreneurs Alliance formally registered earlier this year, and is running on a platform of support for business, opposition to capital gains taxes, opposition to recreational drugs, and embracing migration.
Palino was approached to stand by Tea Party co-leader John Hong, who ran alongside Palino in the Auckland race last year.
Do you think the fourth time is the charm for the once mayoral hopeful?
Hi everyone. I'm a homebased childcare educator for Kia Ora Kids at Home Childcare. I have a couple of spaces available for any under 5 year olds. I have been a care educator for 9 years and live in Sunnynook and regularly attend playgroups, go to mainly music, the library, parks, playgrounds,… View moreHi everyone. I'm a homebased childcare educator for Kia Ora Kids at Home Childcare. I have a couple of spaces available for any under 5 year olds. I have been a care educator for 9 years and live in Sunnynook and regularly attend playgroups, go to mainly music, the library, parks, playgrounds, beaches and have lots of indoor and outdoor toys available. I won't venture outside of home for the time beeing until the covid-19 has settled. The smaller groups of children in home based care spread less bugs around. I love to do arts and crafts and science experiments with the kids. Kia Ora Kids offers subsidies to families that meet the WINZ criteria and 20h COMPLETELY free for 3 & 4 year olds. Hourly rate is $6.50. if you are interested send me a message or call me on 0211553751. Grab the space before it is gone!
Hamilton is up against current title holder Whanganui for this year’s most beautiful city award. The city has been the butt of jokes for years, but now boasts new laneways, public spaces that give access to and face the river, and plans for a theatre by 2022.
So you tell us - is Hamilton New … View moreHamilton is up against current title holder Whanganui for this year’s most beautiful city award. The city has been the butt of jokes for years, but now boasts new laneways, public spaces that give access to and face the river, and plans for a theatre by 2022.
So you tell us - is Hamilton New Zealand's most beautiful city?
Read the full story here.
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Hi Neighbours!
Have you heard about our Community Connects grants?
The grants help fund projects that promote the inclusion and contribution of older people in community life, and support communities to prepare for an ageing population.
The fund makes one-off grants of up to $15,000. The grants … View moreHi Neighbours!
Have you heard about our Community Connects grants?
The grants help fund projects that promote the inclusion and contribution of older people in community life, and support communities to prepare for an ageing population.
The fund makes one-off grants of up to $15,000. The grants are open to any New Zealand council, community organisation, or registered non-profit organisation. Applications for our current funding round close on 9 October.
Our last funding round was a huge success and helped fund a range of different projects across the country, that had focuses like reducing loneliness and social isolation of older people, developing an age-friendly community plan and supporting people with dementia.
With the right planning and support, we can create environments where older people are valued, connected and able to participate in their community.
If you have an age-friendly project you are interested in getting funding for click here bit.ly...
Or if would like to learn more about how your community can become more age-friendly click here bit.ly...
Hi Neighbourly Community
If your child is wanting to meet new friends or learn a new sport with a good amount of social distancing, here is their opportunity. Learn golf at the Pupuke Golf course over the upcoming school holidays. I have attached all the info in the links below. Please feel free … View moreHi Neighbourly Community
If your child is wanting to meet new friends or learn a new sport with a good amount of social distancing, here is their opportunity. Learn golf at the Pupuke Golf course over the upcoming school holidays. I have attached all the info in the links below. Please feel free to contact me and visit my website: www.benguilfordgolf.co.nz.........
Look forward to hearing from you.
Regards
Ben
If you are needing a new look for winter and would love to have a new hairdresser....call our Hairnow Team on 478 5379 to have a chat with us about your Hair. We would love to meet with you and show you our salon.
Conditions apply with extra charges for toners or treatments which we will happily … View moreIf you are needing a new look for winter and would love to have a new hairdresser....call our Hairnow Team on 478 5379 to have a chat with us about your Hair. We would love to meet with you and show you our salon.
Conditions apply with extra charges for toners or treatments which we will happily add on to your service. This offer is for 1 inch regrowth for Half head foils or Global colour. Extra charges apply for long or thick hair.
Labour is promising an end to expensive fees for things like paywave and card transactions.
The party wants to regulate Merchant Service Fees (MSF), which are high in New Zealand compared to other countries such as Australia.
These are fees charged by banks for services including card … View moreLabour is promising an end to expensive fees for things like paywave and card transactions.
The party wants to regulate Merchant Service Fees (MSF), which are high in New Zealand compared to other countries such as Australia.
These are fees charged by banks for services including card transactions and paywave, and force retailers to either absorb the hefty cost themselves, or pass it on to consumers.
This year's candidates for the Māori seat of Te Tai Tokerau include Advance NZ Party co-leader Billy Te Kahika Jr, the America's Cup "basher" Moemoea Mohoawhenua (pictured), Māori Party social worker Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Labour's deputy leader, incumbent Kelvin Davis.… View moreThis year's candidates for the Māori seat of Te Tai Tokerau include Advance NZ Party co-leader Billy Te Kahika Jr, the America's Cup "basher" Moemoea Mohoawhenua (pictured), Māori Party social worker Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Labour's deputy leader, incumbent Kelvin Davis. What do you think of the line-up?
Congratulations on our Senior folks who graduated last week on the Technology Course for Seniors Module 1.
A basic but valuable for those that find their mobile phones intimidating and the technology frightening. It was a wonderful opportunity to see them grow in their understanding of how to use… View moreCongratulations on our Senior folks who graduated last week on the Technology Course for Seniors Module 1.
A basic but valuable for those that find their mobile phones intimidating and the technology frightening. It was a wonderful opportunity to see them grow in their understanding of how to use their smartphones, and laptops to navigate the Apps and Photos, to become confident and by the end of the course fluent with their phones.
Take a look at some of their comments and how they felt about the course and how they overcame their initial fear of using their phones during the course below:
Elaine (Aged 68)
"The course was an uncomplicated and practical introduction on how to navigate my smartphone and laptop. Gavin taught me how to maximise my smartphone and to download Apps for my phone, like WhatsApp, Google Photos, Zoom and more. Every lesson was accompanied by detailed notes. This is a course for everyone regardless of ability and I completed the course feeling more confident and with a desire to still learn more. Thanks Gavin!"
Frank (Aged 70)
"Gavin is able to communicate his knowledge of IT with us "Oldies" in a simplified manner that we can understand and at a pace that takes the course attendees along for the journey. Those that may find it a bit difficult get extra attention. No note taking during the course is necessary as Gavin provides comprehensive notes via email after each lesson. We do a lot of our learning by doing "Hands On" with his supervision to guide us. All in all, a very worthwhile course."
Trish (Aged 74)
"This course covered all the basic areas for the use of a smartphone, tablets and laptops. We learnt how to use Apps on our smartphones, the technology and technical terminologies related to our devices. There is ample time to ask questions and get help if you need it. I would recommend this course to anyone needing help to learn the basics of how to use their smartphone, tablet or laptop."
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So, if you feeling the same, don’t let that get in your way as you will easily overcome this. Age is not a barrier, it’s easy to learn to use your phone along with others like you.
Our next intake is this week Friday at 10am, so why not contact me to put your name down and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in my home with a classroom style set up for the course with other likeminded folks.
Here is what the course covers
- Device Basics - Mobile Operating Systems AND Navigating the Smartphone and the iPhone (Buttons, slots, and Screens)
- Setting up Passwords for Smartphone Apps AND Smartphone/Google ID & Apple ID Setup - What is an Application (App)
- How to download Apps and practice Sessions on Zoom, WhatsApp
- How to take a Screenshot & how to use OneNote
- Your Smartphone Settings, Device Basics, Passwords/PINS
- Cloud Storage, Bluetooth, Internet, Contacts & Photos (Google Photos)
- Navigating Your Laptop/Tablet and How to eMail
- Understanding functions of your PC and what they do
- Navigating PC Desktop, Terminology and how to Navigate the Internet
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Contact me on mobile: 021 0272 0640 or via email Gavin.tipping@outlook.com
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