Swanson, Auckland

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1922 days ago

Poll: Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Are we happier owning our own home or renting?

It turns out one answer does not fit all.

Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more

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Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?
  • 90.7% Prefer to own
    90.7% Complete
  • 9.3% Prefer to rent
    9.3% Complete
1953 votes
1923 days ago

Don't be the next near miss! Cross with care. - Reply

Matt from Henderson

Here is an article on Seven Sharp that just showed today at 7pm (Tuesday).

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www.tvnz.co.nz...

I think anyone who has music or mp3 players should take their earphones off first, look if there are any trains are coming, then cross safely. It is not worth taking your life on a … View more
Here is an article on Seven Sharp that just showed today at 7pm (Tuesday).

www.facebook.com...

www.tvnz.co.nz...

I think anyone who has music or mp3 players should take their earphones off first, look if there are any trains are coming, then cross safely. It is not worth taking your life on a train track. Not at all.

Matt

1922 days ago

The most 'green' motorcycle

Fiona from Henderson

AND I still can't afford it!! 😄😄😄
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1924 days ago

⚡⚡Enjoyed the mini storm⚡⚡

Fiona from Henderson

Lights were turned off, popcorn was at the ready as we waited.
We weren't disappointed very much.
The wind picked up, the awesome rumbles were high above and so deep in sound as we continued to wait for the rest, all the while munching on our yummy popcorn.
The we recognised the lower level … View more
Lights were turned off, popcorn was at the ready as we waited.
We weren't disappointed very much.
The wind picked up, the awesome rumbles were high above and so deep in sound as we continued to wait for the rest, all the while munching on our yummy popcorn.
The we recognised the lower level of thunder as a sign the lightening was about to arrive and - tah dah ... it arrived in spectacular force.
It was so beautiful as it lit up the whole sky with a beautiful light purple glow as the rain was pelting down.
But the icing on the cake was the freaky sized hail stones falling in every direction.
We looked like a couple of hillbillies sitting our our chair munching away and cheering as the mini storm hit with another lightening strike or a roll of the thunder or the evil hail stones banging against the windows 😄😄
We've both seen bigger and more ferocious storms from where have come from, but this was still a great one to sit back and enjoy, better than T.V.
I do hope that you are all safe, warm and dry.
Here is a link with a few photos & videos that other people have taken.
www.stuff.co.nz...

1923 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
1924 days ago

Poll: Does an eatery's hygiene grade impact your decision to buy food from there?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

A popular Asian eatery and a restaurant in a wealthy suburb are among the dirtiest in Auckland.

In the most recent list of E and D grade food outlets, inspectors identified 12 eateries from July to August this year with lower than usual hygiene standards, ranging from problems with pests to … View more
A popular Asian eatery and a restaurant in a wealthy suburb are among the dirtiest in Auckland.

In the most recent list of E and D grade food outlets, inspectors identified 12 eateries from July to August this year with lower than usual hygiene standards, ranging from problems with pests to process control.

To read the full list of eateries, click here

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Does an eatery's hygiene grade impact your decision to buy food from there?
  • 83.4% Yes, always!
    83.4% Complete
  • 3.4% No, I don't look.
    3.4% Complete
  • 13.2% When I remember to check
    13.2% Complete
1031 votes
1923 days ago

Winter Warm Up offer

Alyshia Marshall from Ray White Swanson

The clock is ticking for you to make the most of our Property Management Winter Warm-Up promotion.
Warm-up your investment with $500.00 worth of maintenance on us! For terms and conditions visit rwswanson.co.nz...

1924 days ago

Annnnnnd, WHAT fresh hell is THIS??? =O

Sharon from Te Atatu South

The odd-shaped hailstones I just picked up outside my back door, that other parts of the country have been getting!!!!!!!! =O I HAVE NEVER SEEN HAIL AS BIG AS THIS BEFORE!!!!!!!!!!!!! =O

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1924 days ago

Foodography 2019!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

This year's foodography dinner, with a kiwi cuisine theme,included five inspired courses for participants to build and create in their own concepts and share on social before eating and enjoying their dish.

Click below to read more on our new blog post!

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1924 days ago

FREE Heathy Homes on a Budget Workshop plus FREE Eco Gifts!

Lee from Swanson

It’s winter - the temperature is dropping and the power bills are climbing! Join us for the Healthy Homes on a Budget class and learn how to save money on your power and water bills, reduce mould and condensation and receive free gifts worth $80 to help you get started!
Learn ways to keep your … View more
It’s winter - the temperature is dropping and the power bills are climbing! Join us for the Healthy Homes on a Budget class and learn how to save money on your power and water bills, reduce mould and condensation and receive free gifts worth $80 to help you get started!
Learn ways to keep your home healthy, comfortable and dry. Get ideas for saving money on power and water bills, reducing your impact on the environment, and minimising health risks like mould.
The workshop is fun, interactive and full of budget-friendly tips. It has something for everyone, whether you're flatting, renting or own your own home. Attendees receive free gifts to help you get started (subject to availability).
When: Monday
19 August
9:30am —12:00pm
Where: WEST - 9 Henderson Valley Rd, Henderson
Cost: FREE
Registration required. Phone 837 1471 or visit www.west.org.nz... to register

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1928 days ago

Swearing At Work? Does Anyone In This World Have A Right To Tolerate Such Behaviour?

Matt from Henderson

This is what Seven Sharp and what this lady said about swearing.

www.tvnz.co.nz...

Here is the info I have copied from the website as well:

A Wellington coffee cart worker who was fired for using bad language feels like "a weight" is off her shoulders after being awarded $16,000 for … View more
This is what Seven Sharp and what this lady said about swearing.

www.tvnz.co.nz...

Here is the info I have copied from the website as well:

A Wellington coffee cart worker who was fired for using bad language feels like "a weight" is off her shoulders after being awarded $16,000 for unfair dismissal.
Rachel Ferrari was sent packing from her Flying Bean coffee cart job in Petone in May 2018.
Ms Ferrari admitted she often used colourful language with customers, but only when the situation warranted it.
"It's not like I would come out with a swear word in everyday conversation I would gauge the customer and if they were having a bad day try and put a smile on their face," she told Seven Sharp.

"They'd always leave with a laugh."

However, after receiving a warning from her boss over language, a customer then complained and Ms Ferrari lost her job around two months later.
She lawyered up, and a recent decision saw her awarded $16,000 for unfair dismissal.

"It feels like a weight is off my shoulders, completely my name is cleared," she said.


Stuff reports that Flying Bean "denied Ferrari's claims and said her dismissal was procedural and substantively fair."
Ms Ferrari now has a new job serving coffee in Upper Hutt.

When asked if she has since curbed her language when interacting with customers, Ms Ferrari said: "I took points from my new boss, watched him with a couple of customers and I thought OK then this is fun, this is my environment."

My take, it does not matter what ethnicity you are or any culture you live in , I believe you can work as any employer or employee without swearing. It is just not needed especially if you are working in a job where you are working face to face with customers. Outside the work place, you can say whatever you want, in the workplace, NO WAY!

What do others think? Does anyone think or need to having swearing at work?

Matt

1924 days ago

Westgate welcomed a new childcare centre!

Eduplay Childcare

A family-owned and operated childcare centre is a welcome addition to the growing area. Set apart from other centres by the unique philosophy of ‘one child at a time’, Eduplay Childcare in Westgate believe that children all grow and develop in their own unique way. This means the entire centre … View moreA family-owned and operated childcare centre is a welcome addition to the growing area. Set apart from other centres by the unique philosophy of ‘one child at a time’, Eduplay Childcare in Westgate believe that children all grow and develop in their own unique way. This means the entire centre is focused on the individual child’s development to ensure they progress from room to room and a more stimulating environment when they are ready and not only according to their age.

An important point of difference is that Eduplay is a sugar-free centre serving wholesome, nutritious, meals for children enrolled in their all-day programme. Centre founder, Tupa’i Apa says “our goal is to provide an eating environment that promotes the development of good eating habits and supports family and multicultural values”.

Eduplay Westgate is a large centre that feels small. This is mainly due to the fact the five age-appropriate rooms all have their own separate playgrounds. Head Teacher, Sarah Keown, says, “age-appropriate playgrounds and rooms are essential in large centres, and keeping them separate from each other ensures that our teachers can monitor the experiences they set up to ensure the safest possible environment.” Eduplay Westgate also has its own car park which makes drop off and pick up easy and stress-free.

We're currently enrolling so pop in and have a look around before we fill up.
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