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Fullers announces half-price return fares to Waiheke during off-peak times
From April 2, visitors travelling to the island will be able to get a 50 percent reduced ticket price of $24.75 if travelling to Waiheke after 1pm and returning after 7pm.
The fares are applicable to adult fares booked online more than 24 hours in advance.
Fuller360 CEO Mike Horne said it is the … View moreFrom April 2, visitors travelling to the island will be able to get a 50 percent reduced ticket price of $24.75 if travelling to Waiheke after 1pm and returning after 7pm.
The fares are applicable to adult fares booked online more than 24 hours in advance.
Fuller360 CEO Mike Horne said it is the cheapest return fare in 15 years and that by reducing fairs in off-peak times, they are hoping they can spread the demand out across the day.
He said there is an ongoing shortage of skilled maritime workers in New Zealand which means the ferry service does not have the staff numbers to increase its daily trips.
"We expect the pricing reduction will help to smooth out demand for our services throughout the day and improve the overall experience for all those who rely on our services."
Horne said that in an average week only 30 percent of the seats are used and then during the ferry's peak times, on weekends between 9am-12pm and 4pm-7pm, demand jumps up to 200 percent.
He said that although they'd like to simply hire more staff, this problem goes above their heads.
"While we continue to upskill our teams and engage with Government to seek changes to immigration settings, we anticipate these changes to our off-peak ticket pricing will make a positive difference for our passengers," said Horne.
Waiheke Island off-peak ferry tickets will be available on fullers.co.nz from April 2.
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Pensioners, students, and everyone on main benefits will see their payments from the Government rise by 7.22% in line with inflation from April 1.
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the changes today as part of his continuing focus on "bread and butter" priorities amid what's shaping up to be a tight election year.
He added it would "mean approximately 1.4 million New Zealanders will not go backwards" as they … View morePrime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the changes today as part of his continuing focus on "bread and butter" priorities amid what's shaping up to be a tight election year.
He added it would "mean approximately 1.4 million New Zealanders will not go backwards" as they "feel the bite from the rise in the cost of living".
The changes announced today would apply on the same day that the Government's previously-announced childcare cost-of-living package would go into effect.
The minimum wage would also be increasing on the same day next month.
Under the changes, a couple on NZ Super would receive $103 more in total a fortnight, and a single person living alone receive an extra $67 with each payment.
Other main benefits that will see an increase include Jobseeker Support, Youth Payment, Young Parent Payment, Sole Parent Support and the Supported Living Payment.
Tertiary students receiving the student allowance will also see around $20 extra for each payment. It will also apply to student loan living cost payments.
"Working families will see increases to Working for Families, including an extra $4 for Best Start Payments taking it to $69 per week and an increase of $9 for the eldest child rate of Family Tax Credit, lifting it to $136 per week," Hipkins said.
Social Development Minister Carmel Sepuloni said the $311 million change was a "practical solution to ensure those being supported didn't fall behind."
Inflation "rose by 7.22% in the year to December, while the net average wage – against which main benefits are indexed – rose by 6.24%. The extra boost to main benefits covers the 0.98% gap," she said.
"For working-age people receiving a main benefit, they will see an increase of between $19.81 and $46.20, depending on the type of benefit and whether they are single or a couple."
Today's cost of living changes follows an increase to the minimum wage and the Government’s $718 million extension of discounts to the fuel excise duty and public transport fares until June.
Last November, former prime minister Jacinda Ardern announced the Government's $189 million package to make an additional 10,000 children eligible for childcare assistance.
"All up, the additional support above the annual general adjustment equates to an extra $311 million, this is on top of the $189 million announced for the changes to Childcare Subsidy," Hipkins said on Monday.
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Ready for Roar & Duck Season?
With Roar and Duck Season just around the corner, do you have everything you need for an epic adventure this year?
Get down to Hunting & Fishing Botany and check out our extensive range of gear and some awesome specials and promos to make sure you get the most out of your hunting season! … View moreWith Roar and Duck Season just around the corner, do you have everything you need for an epic adventure this year?
Get down to Hunting & Fishing Botany and check out our extensive range of gear and some awesome specials and promos to make sure you get the most out of your hunting season! With everything from freeze dried meals to high quality optics, our experienced team is here to get you sorted.
Time to get out there doing it! See you soon.
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Now that we no longer drop work notifications off in your mailbox, the best way to keep informed of planned maintenance in your area is through email alerts.
So, if you want to know about state highway maintenance that might disrupt your … View moreWant to know about road works in your neighbourhood?
Now that we no longer drop work notifications off in your mailbox, the best way to keep informed of planned maintenance in your area is through email alerts.
So, if you want to know about state highway maintenance that might disrupt your journey or increase the level of noise in your neighbourhood, sign up now.
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Hardly worn, excellent condition. Son has finished school so no longer needed. Size 2XL paid $135
Sam Whitelock Webinar
Neighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.
For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....… View moreNeighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.
For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....
Please invite those on your street and in your neighbourhood who might be interested (it's not just for rural folk, although those of you in rural communities might be particularly interested).
Woodwork machinery from school workshop
These machines are free for removal from Pasadena Intermediate. They are 3 phase. The bench saw was going perfectly the last time we used it. The bandsaw has a new blade but seems to have stopped going but I'm sure it would be easy to fix, it just might be how we put it in. Sadly the woodwork… View moreThese machines are free for removal from Pasadena Intermediate. They are 3 phase. The bench saw was going perfectly the last time we used it. The bandsaw has a new blade but seems to have stopped going but I'm sure it would be easy to fix, it just might be how we put it in. Sadly the woodwork room needs to upgraded. feel free to contact me and come and have a look,
PINECONES $15 A SACK OF 100 PINECONES FREE DELIVERY 2 SACKS OR MORE
Pinecones are great firestarters and they smell great. Get ready for WINTER NOW and stock up. Lots of DRY PINECONES READY TO GO. $15 for a sack of 100 pine cones. FREE DELIVERY when you order 2 sacks or more. I am located in Avondale. 02040896860
DRY SEASONED FIREWOOD FOR SALE
Bone dry FIREWOOD for sale $350 per m³.
Pohutakawa, Puriri and Ti Tree already chopped and ready to burn. You can choose what type of wood you want or a mix of all 3. These 3 woods are all long burning hard wood much much better than pine. FREE DELIVERY and BOX of KINDLING with every order THIS… View moreBone dry FIREWOOD for sale $350 per m³.
Pohutakawa, Puriri and Ti Tree already chopped and ready to burn. You can choose what type of wood you want or a mix of all 3. These 3 woods are all long burning hard wood much much better than pine. FREE DELIVERY and BOX of KINDLING with every order THIS WEEK. Get in QUICK for WINTER LIMITED STOCK. 02040896860
FUN HO and TONKA TOYS. VINTAGE BOTTLES
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Sandringham Moth Plant Competition 2023
Who's going to win the $500 top prize this year? Will it be your team☺️?
Registrations open TOMORROW (Monday 27th) for our 2023 Moth Plant Competition and whoever wins, we will all benefit from fewer moth plants taking over the parks and gardens of Sandringham.
We have $900 of cash … View moreWho's going to win the $500 top prize this year? Will it be your team☺️?
Registrations open TOMORROW (Monday 27th) for our 2023 Moth Plant Competition and whoever wins, we will all benefit from fewer moth plants taking over the parks and gardens of Sandringham.
We have $900 of cash prizes up for grabs and spot prizes for delicious Calimero Pizza for all those hungry moth plant hunters.
See here www.spice.org.nz... for more details.
Don't forget, you can start collecting pods as soon as you register so the sooner the better!!
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