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Migrant Connect & Citizens Advice Bureau are happy to offer a FREE workshop about Understand Money.
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Topics: Know what’s available in your community – Entitlements – Taxes – Kiwisaver – Understanding the cost of debt – Credit Cards – … View more#Spaceavailable
Migrant Connect & Citizens Advice Bureau are happy to offer a FREE workshop about Understand Money.
#budgetingtips #budgeting
Topics: Know what’s available in your community – Entitlements – Taxes – Kiwisaver – Understanding the cost of debt – Credit Cards – Smart goals etc.
Facilitator: Joanne Hurford, Pakuranga and Howick Budgeting Service
Friday 20th November 10am – 12 noon
Pakuranga Library, Pakuranga Library Building, 7 Aylesbury Street, Pakuranga
Tea/ Coffee provided
Registration Necessary, please contact...
Vani, Migrant Connect Administrator
Email: settlement.pakuranga@cab.org.nz
Text/ Ph : 021459520
An Alloy extending ladder, in good condition, it just has some fawn small patches of paint on it. It is my sons, but he has moved down to Bay of Plenty and to big to take with him. When it isn't extended it measures Length 3metres 35 cm (11 foot) Width or rungs 36 cms (14 inches) When … View moreAn Alloy extending ladder, in good condition, it just has some fawn small patches of paint on it. It is my sons, but he has moved down to Bay of Plenty and to big to take with him. When it isn't extended it measures Length 3metres 35 cm (11 foot) Width or rungs 36 cms (14 inches) When this is extended, of course it will be double the measurements that I have above, which would be 6 metres 70cms This can be picked up in Pakuranga.
Members of the Otara community have eaten more than 14000 free meals thanks to the Ōtara Kai Village project.
Residents, food banks, The Ministry of Social Development and Foundation North are backing the initiative which aims to help struggling families.
Swanie Nelson, local Board member and … View moreMembers of the Otara community have eaten more than 14000 free meals thanks to the Ōtara Kai Village project.
Residents, food banks, The Ministry of Social Development and Foundation North are backing the initiative which aims to help struggling families.
Swanie Nelson, local Board member and Ōtara Kai Village Founder, said Otara was one of the suburbs the most severely impacted by Covid-19.
"We had the highest wage subsidy requests and the highest requests for the emergency care packages."
The mainly volunteer group works with retailers and manufacturers to support locals impacted by COVID-19 and redistribute food that would otherwise go to waste.
Residents, community groups and students from colleges in the district prepare free meals during the week in a container donated by Panuku by the AT Otara Transit Centre.
A cafe along with a Maori and Pacific boutique are open to entrepreneurs wanting to start their own businesses and to community groups running fundraising ventures.
At Harcourts Milestone we’re passionate about property, and we’ve seen it all, so we believe it's time for a revolution in Real Estate.
It’s time to create a new kind of real estate business; A standing reproach to the current way of doing things, and a return to the professionalism you… View moreAt Harcourts Milestone we’re passionate about property, and we’ve seen it all, so we believe it's time for a revolution in Real Estate.
It’s time to create a new kind of real estate business; A standing reproach to the current way of doing things, and a return to the professionalism you find in professional industries, where the role of an adviser is to give true guidance, not just make a commission. 💯
MECOSS provides a low-cost, door-to-door transport service to Botany Town Centre or Pakuranga Plaza for people living in Auckland's, Manukau East who're restricted in their ability to access shopping centres.
$10 includes morning pick-up, 2 hours of shopping, a free cup of coffee or tea … View moreMECOSS provides a low-cost, door-to-door transport service to Botany Town Centre or Pakuranga Plaza for people living in Auckland's, Manukau East who're restricted in their ability to access shopping centres.
$10 includes morning pick-up, 2 hours of shopping, a free cup of coffee or tea and a chat before returned home early afternoon.
For no extra cost book a 'Companion Shopper' or 'Mobility Equipment' if assistance is needed.
To book please call 0800 632 677
The government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.
The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated … View moreThe government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.
The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated $2.5 million dollars. Labour promised an investigation into food prices on the election campaign and if unfair practices are found when the Commission's report is released in late 2021, necessary changes will be made.
Do you notice price differences between supermarket chains?
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NumberWorks'nWords can help by identifying gaps, explaining your child’s learning style, and providing you with recommendations.
Get in touch to learn how tutoring with NumberWorks'nWords can help your child
Ready to take your career to the next level?
The workplace is always changing and new skills will be needed now and in the future.
If you are looking for an opportunity to learn something new and advance your career – upskill with an MIT qualification and be in demand with the skills … View moreReady to take your career to the next level?
The workplace is always changing and new skills will be needed now and in the future.
If you are looking for an opportunity to learn something new and advance your career – upskill with an MIT qualification and be in demand with the skills employers need.
Due to high demand, we recommend you apply early for 2021.
It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.
For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?
Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the … View moreIt's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.
For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?
Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the Occupy protest, the Rugby World Cup opening night transport debacle, a battle with central government over funding the inner-city rail loop, and a contest of wills over delegating powers to local boards and council-controlled organisations.
Auckland's inaugural super mayor Len Brown hailed it a success.
"Generally 2011 has been a good first year for the council, " Brown said in 2012.
"We've brought the region together... At the same time we have driven $81 million in efficiencies and reduced the inherited 9.3 per cent rates increase down to 3.9 per cent."
The boundaries of the new super city were unveiled in 2010.
Super city Auckland was divided into 13 wards with 21 local boards.
This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.
New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.
HOW TO AVOID… View moreThis Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.
New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.
HOW TO AVOID A SCAM:
+ A genuine bank or organisation will never contact you to ask for your PIN, password or to move money to another account.
+ Never click on a link in an unexpected email or text – you could be giving access to your personal and financial details.
+ Always question uninvited approaches in case it is a scam. Instead, contact the company directly using a known email or phone number.
+ Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic – just because someone knows your basic details (name and address, or mother’s maiden name) it doesn’t mean they are genuine.
+ Don’t be rushed into making a decision or financial transaction on the spot – a genuine bank or trusted organisation would never do this.
+ Listen to your instincts – if something feels wrong then it generally is.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam you can contact Police and report the matter via 105.
For more info on how you can prevent yourself, family and friends from being scammed, visit:
Matiu "Matt" Ratana, the New Zealand-born police officer killed in the line of duty in the United Kingdom in October, has been remembered by police with a special rugby game.
Auckland police and Counties Manukau police honoured the "strong rugby boy" on Saturday by playing each… View moreMatiu "Matt" Ratana, the New Zealand-born police officer killed in the line of duty in the United Kingdom in October, has been remembered by police with a special rugby game.
Auckland police and Counties Manukau police honoured the "strong rugby boy" on Saturday by playing each other in the inaugural game for the Sgt Matt Matiu Ratana Memorial trophy.
Ratana, 54, worked for both districts while policing in New Zealand.
Ratana, 54, who was originally from Hawke's Bay, was shot dead in a South London custody centre on September 25, allegedly by a man who had been detained, while working for Metropolitan Police.
The trophy was funded by former New Zealand Police colleagues and acknowledges Ratana's rank of sergeant in the Metropolitan Police Service.
It bears a huia feather - the police tradition to honour fallen officers.
Also attached to the trophy are blue and white ribbons showing the colours of Auckland and of Ratana's beloved East Grinstead Rugby Football Club.
The commemorative game will become an annual event for police rugby in Auckland and Counties Manukau.
Remember Bailey Ross, the first time buyer who missed out on the property she'd been saving since she was 16 to own because of a sunset clause? Well, great news! She's secured a home in Lower Hutt.
I caught up with Bailey for an episode of First Rung, our podcast for first time buyers. … View moreRemember Bailey Ross, the first time buyer who missed out on the property she'd been saving since she was 16 to own because of a sunset clause? Well, great news! She's secured a home in Lower Hutt.
I caught up with Bailey for an episode of First Rung, our podcast for first time buyers. She ended up giving me a bit of a masterclass in tenacity and not giving up on your home owning dreams.
Find out how Bailey found her first home, and what it means to her after such a big let down.
PROGRAMME CONTENT
It is the aim of this series of workshops to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to lead your organisations and communities effectively. This programme of learning will build your confidence and enable you to lead your groups, teams and organisations into the “new … View morePROGRAMME CONTENT
It is the aim of this series of workshops to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to lead your organisations and communities effectively. This programme of learning will build your confidence and enable you to lead your groups, teams and organisations into the “new normal”. All workshops are fully interactive (no boring lectures) and very practical. We guarantee you will come away with ideas, knowledge and tools you will want to share with others in your organisation.
COST
$100 pp Full programme (includes10 x workshops).
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Location: Te Tuhi, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga, Auckland
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Dates: Wed 25 Nov, Wed 9 Dec, Wed 10 Feb, Wed 24 Feb, Wed 10 Mar,
Wed 24 Mar, Wed 7 Apr, Wed 21 Apr, Wed 5 May, Wed 19 May
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
The lead facilitator for this programme is Sandy Thompson from LEAD (www.lead.org.nz). A belief in the power of strong communities has led Sandy to pursue a career as a trainer, consultant and coach in the community and not for profit sector. She has been working and volunteering in the Not for Profit Sector since she was a volunteer youth leader in Whangarei in the 1970’s. Prior to becoming part of LEAD, Sandy was one of the team delivering the Unitec Graduate Diploma in Not for Profit Management, a role she took on after 10 years as the founding leader of the National Association for OSCAR.
Sandy’s experience as a leader in the not for profit sector, and her experience facilitating and mentoring other leaders, has led to her work providing values-based management and leadership support, organisation development based on strengths-based approaches (including appreciative inquiry), and the training of community facilitators and trainers.
Sandy works with boards and leaders from a wide range of organisations, both large and small, including those from the social services, faith-based, environment, arts, and migrant sectors. Knowing well the answer to every question is “it depends”, she helps leaders and boards to navigate through the complexity that is community leadership. Sandy has extensive experience working in the Pacific Islands and has a depth of experience working in cross cultural environments; and teaching others how to succeed when leading in cross cultural contexts.
Sandy’s current core voluntary roles are as a Trustee for ChildAlert an organisation that fights commercial sexual exploitation of children, and she is also the Pacific representative on ECPAT International who do the same work at an international level. Sandy is also co-chair of the Trust
Board of Hui E! – New Zealand’s national organisation promoting, strengthening and connecting the Community Sector
Please email admin@mecoss.org.nz for an enrolment form.
Attend 8 or more sessions and receive a certificate of participation.
New Zealand is currently at level 1 however as a new community case was confirmed on November 12 with potential of wider spread, Aucklanders await news of whether there will be a level change.
At two weeks old, Emma was left at an orphanage in Russia. After three years, Emma was adopted by a New Zealand family and brought here for a new life - but that didn’t work out how it was supposed to. Emma was diagnosed with foetal alcohol syndrome and reactive attachment disorder. Parenting her… View moreAt two weeks old, Emma was left at an orphanage in Russia. After three years, Emma was adopted by a New Zealand family and brought here for a new life - but that didn’t work out how it was supposed to. Emma was diagnosed with foetal alcohol syndrome and reactive attachment disorder. Parenting her became a nightmare, and it ended in tragedy.
Emma has faced more challenges and rejections than most people could cope with. And now, she wants to take on the biggest challenge of her life - finding answers to those most fundamental questions: who am I? Where did I come from?
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