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Four years ago at the launch of Puketapapa Community Driving School (PCDS) we cut the ribbon on our first practice car with Harry Doig, former chair of Puketapapa Local Board. Thanks to all your generous donation, we'd love to gather in thanksgiving and cut the ribbon on our new practice car … View moreFour years ago at the launch of Puketapapa Community Driving School (PCDS) we cut the ribbon on our first practice car with Harry Doig, former chair of Puketapapa Local Board. Thanks to all your generous donation, we'd love to gather in thanksgiving and cut the ribbon on our new practice car once we get the green light.
PCDS is turning 4 this December so we'd like to share FANTASTIC 4 community stories on the importance of getting driver licence. Here are the feedback from four learners who chose Puketapapa Community Driving School - knowing that our social enterprise mission is to use the income from fully-paid driving lessons to give subsidised lessons for former refugees especially single mothers facing multiple barriers to getting licence.
Serene: I was able to help my mum during lockdown. My mum is a health worker and she can’t take bus all the time. So it was my duty to drop her to work. Now I can drive alone buy some groceries and stuff. This is a little bit help for my family. Driving was my first step to help my family. Without the driving licence I was dependent on my family. Now I can help them to go anywhere and buy some stuff.
Nina: I’ve been able to help my family more like getting groceries, dropping off my brother and picking up from school. From a personal perspective it has given me a lot of confidence. As a young person, whenever you are with your friends, there is a stigma of you still having your learner’s. I chose to enrol at PCDS as I always thought the social enterprise side of the business is amazing. The buy one and give one for someone with refugee background and struggling to afford a driving lesson was really cool. I really like the fulfilment it gave me that my money would be going towards someone in need and potentially make a difference in their lives.
Jojo: Getting a licence is very helpful while I’m studying in Uni and working. In NZ the public transport is not as good with other countries. Especially for the buses you have to wait, unlike other countries its frequent. Driver licence here is a must.
Cristine: Before I just ride a bus. Sometimes the bus would take a while so it was hard for me especially going home late. Now I’m working as a support worker. I drive a lot going to my clients’ homes. Excellent cause, you are really helping the migrants and refugees to learn to drive.
THANK YOU AGAIN to our champion supporters, and to each and everyone who pitched in to help us get new practice car so we can have more community success stories in 2022!
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If Auckland's three DHBs can achieve 90% fully vaccinated (over 12) by the end of November, which curve best shows the interim targets that must be achieved? See:
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"Now really is a particularly important time to create a will and get things sorted for you and your family. It gives everyone peace of mind.” Principal Trustee Helen Trembath - Greenlane customer centre. Helen had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of sorting a will, … View more"Now really is a particularly important time to create a will and get things sorted for you and your family. It gives everyone peace of mind.” Principal Trustee Helen Trembath - Greenlane customer centre. Helen had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of sorting a will, especially in these uncertain times. Check out the article in the link below.
Sadly, we've reached a new high of positive Covid results today, absolutely shocking and so very disappointing.
We've all read the posters telling us to wear our mask (and social distance) since way back when all of this Covid stuff started.
We've all heard the various Government … View moreSadly, we've reached a new high of positive Covid results today, absolutely shocking and so very disappointing.
We've all read the posters telling us to wear our mask (and social distance) since way back when all of this Covid stuff started.
We've all heard the various Government departments and media platforms telling us the exact same message, hell even our leader has told us to do this almost on a daily message as so many people just haven't got the message yet.
And yet ... so many people won't because they can't be bothered or they will refuse to do so spouting this, that or the other.
Now, unless they are medically signed off proving that they can't wear a mask for medial reasons, there is absolute no reason whatsoever for them to not be wearing a mask
Also, if they are wearing a mask - there are those who are wearing it incorrectly which is in effect a waste of time wearing one then.
We are all clever enough to know that wearing a mask will not stop the virus, but it sure as hell will slow down the transmission of it between each other.
The masks are to protect each other, your family, my family, everyone's family.
I have included a couple of pics to remind all of us how to wear the mask correctly, even one for the cat lovers - lol
While I'm here, when you dispose of the masks, please, PLEASE dispose of them correctly.
I'm fed up seeing them disposed of all over the place now e.g. gutters, people's gardens, thrown out of the car windows etc ... replacing the takeaways rubbish we used to see before lockdown.
Those poor people who have to come up behind you and pick them up, putting their lives at risk, all because you were too lazy to put your mask in the rubbish bin.
PLEASE dispose of them correctly in the rubbish bins and don't forget to sanitise your hands afterwards.
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Did anyone pick up on the announcement that us long suffering Aucklanders will move to step 2 on November 9th only if public health advice still thinks it is okay? I didn't see the word definitely anywhere.
There were no if and buts about the Waikato announcement.
Let's get some … View moreDid anyone pick up on the announcement that us long suffering Aucklanders will move to step 2 on November 9th only if public health advice still thinks it is okay? I didn't see the word definitely anywhere.
There were no if and buts about the Waikato announcement.
Let's get some certainty! I would love to demote those ' cup half empty' professors.
If tamariki are injured in an accident anywhere in Aotearoa, ACC is here to support them until they can get back to everyday life – including financial support for medical services, care and equipment.
While some Kiwis are enjoying home grown vegies, many are going without vegetables altogether.
This National Gardening Week we’re encouraging gardeners to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.
To help get your … View moreWhile some Kiwis are enjoying home grown vegies, many are going without vegetables altogether.
This National Gardening Week we’re encouraging gardeners to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.
To help get your extra row underway Yates is lending a helping hand.
Just register online HERE between 1st and 25th October to receive a FREE packet of Yates Vegie Seeds.
Once you’ve grown your vegies to share (or if you have spare now) please visit HERE to find a list of the organisations that would welcome your donation of fresh homegrown vegies.
Jeff has a wife and two boys and a whole bunch of sheep. He was able to earn on the job and buy his first home while he completed his apprenticeship.
Take care of yourself and your whānau without the debt of a student loan to hold you back. This is your sign to embrace the fluro!
Hi guys,
Big pillow for free.
Please see photos for details.
You are welcome to come and see first.
Pick up address 8 Margan Avenue, New Lynn.
I can do delivery for $5.
Thank you.
Hello everyone,
I am selling this Masport BBQ.
Still working 4 burner but right hand one like little stove not working. Need to clean too.
Please see photos for details.
You are welcome to come and see first.
Pick up address 8 Margan Avenue, New Lynn.
… View moreHello everyone,
I am selling this Masport BBQ.
Still working 4 burner but right hand one like little stove not working. Need to clean too.
Please see photos for details.
You are welcome to come and see first.
Pick up address 8 Margan Avenue, New Lynn.
Thank you.
Andrew
Hello everyone,
I am selling this office/study chair for $20.
You are welcome to come and see first.
Pick up address 8 Margan Avenue, New Lynn.
I can do delivery too for extra cost.
Please message me with your number so i can text you.
… View moreHello everyone,
I am selling this office/study chair for $20.
You are welcome to come and see first.
Pick up address 8 Margan Avenue, New Lynn.
I can do delivery too for extra cost.
Please message me with your number so i can text you.
Thank you.
Andrew
Hi all,
I have outdoor furniture to sell $40.
1 round table and 4 chairs.
Little bit rust but you can touch up with grey spray paint. You are welcome to inspect before buy.
Please see pictures for details.
Pick up at Margan Avenue, New Lynn.
Give me your number and I will text you my address.
… View moreHi all,
I have outdoor furniture to sell $40.
1 round table and 4 chairs.
Little bit rust but you can touch up with grey spray paint. You are welcome to inspect before buy.
Please see pictures for details.
Pick up at Margan Avenue, New Lynn.
Give me your number and I will text you my address.
I have anti rust spray paint less than half can, i can give it to you for free.
Cheers
Andrew
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That's why getting your business on social media is a no-brainer. It’s one of the … View moreHi Neighbour,
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