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We shine the light on the best New Zealand has to offer in terms of fresh ingredients, transformed into outstanding cuisine, exceptional wines and beverages, our spectacular scenery captured by so many memorable tourism experiences, yet as nation, we still struggle to understand and tell this … View moreWe shine the light on the best New Zealand has to offer in terms of fresh ingredients, transformed into outstanding cuisine, exceptional wines and beverages, our spectacular scenery captured by so many memorable tourism experiences, yet as nation, we still struggle to understand and tell this story.
With NZQA approval for 13 micro-credentials, the New Zealand School Food and Wine hopes to inspire and attract new people to jobs in hospitality, wine and tourism and also enhance wider community understanding of our food and beverage story.
We export food and wine to the world, yet pride in this achievement is often lacking by our own communities.
There is a crisis right now because job-seekers, including school leavers, are being pushed into other industries especially the building trades. There is a perfect storm of government incentives paid to employers, along with negative counsel from career advisors and families warning young people off seeking careers in hospitality and tourism. This is resulting in a critical lack of workers.
In developing this suite of short, part-time micro-credentials that range from classic cooking to food and beverage history to food costing and digital marketing, we are seeking to inspire people to dip their toes into our sector, even if they are currently working or studying elsewhere.
In addition, these micro-credentials enable people already employed to develop new skills and craft new talents but to also signal that this career pathways is valid, diverse and on-going. Just look at our food heros, like Peter Gordon and Annabel Langbein, now in their 60s, with a tremendous backstory.
From the various lockdowns, we know that people find joy in cooking and that people are curious to develop new talents in the kitchen; that wine and cocktails are cool and fun; that an important part of any tourism destination is the food and beverage offering whether as a winery cellar door experience or paddock to plate cuisine.
Online Options
Online study options are embedded in many of the short programmes, enabling people from around the country to study about New Zealand wine or learn how to write an electronic newsletter or find out more about our food history.
The micro-credentials are equally suitable for the consumer; the food and wine lover who just wants to learn more. In building broader community understanding and respect for the food and beverage culture of Aotearoa-New Zealand, inevitably we will see more people attracted to work in our sector. That is the shared goal of these new programmes.
We would like your feedback to help finalise the draft plan in 2022, providing the best guidance possible for our precious regional parks for the next decade.
📅 Consultation open from 10 December 2021 to 4 March 2022.
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I am giving away my daughter's school uniform, size 4.
1 skirt/shorts, 1 long sleeve red jumper and 1 blue jumper. All from Covid free home, reasonable condition. PM me for contactless pick up.
Hang your stockings with pride this year by making these simple yet beautiful hangers using Resene Touch Wood wood stain and Resene White.
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Find out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.
To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family … View moreFind out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.
To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family enjoy your property.
The Climate Insights property report is a great place to start when buying, renting or investing in a house.
Collision Connect is redefining collision repairs. We are based in both Huntly and Cambridge.
A range of services are available from collision repair and car painting to windscreen repair and replacement. Our qualified team will get you back on the road safely and efficiently, without any … View moreCollision Connect is redefining collision repairs. We are based in both Huntly and Cambridge.
A range of services are available from collision repair and car painting to windscreen repair and replacement. Our qualified team will get you back on the road safely and efficiently, without any mucking around.
Call us now on 0800 799 961.
White "lack" IKEA coffee table. This is a sturdy and beautiful table. Would love to keep it but selling as we are moving overseas. Measurements are length 118cm x width 78cm. Height is 45cm.
It does have some small chips on the top and one small beige stain on the top (as pictured) and … View moreWhite "lack" IKEA coffee table. This is a sturdy and beautiful table. Would love to keep it but selling as we are moving overseas. Measurements are length 118cm x width 78cm. Height is 45cm.
It does have some small chips on the top and one small beige stain on the top (as pictured) and one leg with some chips (as pictured). It has one small chip on the shelf underneath too. However, these are not very noticeable. Other than that, the table is in great condition.
Buyer to pick-up in Mount Wellington ASAP please.
I need to get a small package of bees wax to Rotorua TODAY!!! is there anyone who is going there who could take it for me??
This fridge freezer is in excellent condition. All shelves are included and are all in perfect condition. There are no cracks. The fridge and freezer are working perfectly, we are selling as we are moving overseas.
The fridge has a separate thermostat for the fridge and freezer. It comes with a … View moreThis fridge freezer is in excellent condition. All shelves are included and are all in perfect condition. There are no cracks. The fridge and freezer are working perfectly, we are selling as we are moving overseas.
The fridge has a separate thermostat for the fridge and freezer. It comes with a removable ice tray, removable fresh food crisper and slide out shelves. It has spill-proof safety glass shelves.
The measurements are:
Height 1420cm x Width 540cm x Depth 595 cm
Buyer to pick-up ASAP in Mount Wellington
This two seater navy blue couch is in great condition and is very comfortable.
Happy to sell with the current throw cover and cushions included in the price if you want them.
There are no rips or tears in any part of the couch. We are a smoke free and pet free household too.
The measurements … View moreThis two seater navy blue couch is in great condition and is very comfortable.
Happy to sell with the current throw cover and cushions included in the price if you want them.
There are no rips or tears in any part of the couch. We are a smoke free and pet free household too.
The measurements are 207cm length and 90.5cm width.
The back height without the cushions is 75cm and the front height is 63cm.
The couch material is fabric, easy to clean! It's legs are dark wood.
There is some fading from the sun at the top of the cushions (as pictured). There is a chip on one of the legs and two barely visible small stains under the cushions. Other than that, it is in great condition and well looked after.
Buyer to pick-up in Mount Wellington ASAP please.
Stewart Harvey, Principal Trustee at Public Trust Waikato, says "seizing the moment" is essential so things aren't left to chance - and it's easier than you think. Stewart had a chat with Stuff.co.nz recently, check out the article in the link below.
We offer a high quality range of both rechargeable battery and hardwired motorisation systems to raise your roller and sunscreen blinds to the next level.
Automate Li-ion wirefree motors are easy to install with no electrician required. Charge either by wall charger when required or solar panel … View moreWe offer a high quality range of both rechargeable battery and hardwired motorisation systems to raise your roller and sunscreen blinds to the next level.
Automate Li-ion wirefree motors are easy to install with no electrician required. Charge either by wall charger when required or solar panel for continual charging.
Automate E Series hardwired motors offer higher lifting capacity. As with the wirefree option, they have easy to programme electronic limits and options for group blind control. An alternative model also offers mechanical limits to integrate with home automation systems.
All motors offer specialised features such as ultra-quiet performance, favourite positioning and bi-directional communication. And you can operate your system via a stylish remote control or a smartphone app.
New Nordic Cuisine had redefined the food culture of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Finland.
Our own Chef Finn is from Denmark and spent his formative years working in Michelin star rated restaurants including working as Sous Chef for legendary Noma chef, Rene Redzepi.
This menu is … View moreNew Nordic Cuisine had redefined the food culture of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Finland.
Our own Chef Finn is from Denmark and spent his formative years working in Michelin star rated restaurants including working as Sous Chef for legendary Noma chef, Rene Redzepi.
This menu is inspired by Chef Finn’s Nordic heritage.
"We work with local high quality ingredients to combine good taste in food with contemporary culinary techniques,” says Chef Finn.
Here are some photos of the dishes our Diploma students prepared and served.
1. Tartare of Trevalli on Rye bread with pickled beetroot, sorrel and brown butter siphon.
2. Salmon served with a compote of tomatoes, oil of chervil and crispy onion rings.
3. Pigeon Bay Lamb rump, sous vide with buttermilk foam & beef jus.
4. Salad of raw cabbage, kale with mushroom and pickled red onion dressing
5. Terrine of pork served with Granny Smith apple puree & leek, mustard vinaigrette & tarragon.
6. Guests seated with Franck
This massive oak tree in Waikare Road was chopped down last week. The house next to it has also gone. While I agree with more intensive housing, it shouldn't be at the expense of nature. Maybe there was something wrong with the tree, but it looked healthy. Surely it could have stayed and been … View moreThis massive oak tree in Waikare Road was chopped down last week. The house next to it has also gone. While I agree with more intensive housing, it shouldn't be at the expense of nature. Maybe there was something wrong with the tree, but it looked healthy. Surely it could have stayed and been incorporated into any new build.
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