Te Atatu South, Auckland

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1864 days ago

Should council agency staff get big pay bonuses ? - Reply

Matt from Henderson

Hi Neighbours, Is working for a council agency public service, or should it involve pay bonuses for doing a job well done. Panuku Development has paid $451,000 to 38 of its staff, angering the mayor Phil Goff. Are bonuses appropriate ?

My own response is this. That is a huge lot of money to be … View more
Hi Neighbours, Is working for a council agency public service, or should it involve pay bonuses for doing a job well done. Panuku Development has paid $451,000 to 38 of its staff, angering the mayor Phil Goff. Are bonuses appropriate ?

My own response is this. That is a huge lot of money to be giving as bonuses to this particular council agency. Look, at any work place, there should be some work incentive for working so many work hours at any job or workplace for the employees or the job at general I understand that. I used to work at Spotlight, I used to get a christmas bonus with my pay once every year. This was with all Spotlight stores in NZ and in Australia. This was our little perk once every year we employees and the employers get towards December. I don't know what other stores get here in NZ, but I am sure everyone would get the same, not sure though.

Instead of taking bonuses away from work places or any agencies, look at what the MP's at Wellington earn and see if what they earn is actually much more than what the average worker is earning in the way of bonuses.

What do others think?

Matt

1841 days ago

My NEW rose garden I've just built and planted out. =D

Sharon from Te Atatu South

Got a load of lava rocks from Massey/West Harbour area in the weekend, built a low wall of rocks, in keeping with some of the rest of my garden edgings. =D THEN took my roses, geraniums and dying, seeding cinerarias (they never last long anyway, they're annuals I think, they readily self-seed … View moreGot a load of lava rocks from Massey/West Harbour area in the weekend, built a low wall of rocks, in keeping with some of the rest of my garden edgings. =D THEN took my roses, geraniums and dying, seeding cinerarias (they never last long anyway, they're annuals I think, they readily self-seed and then spread to become weeds, if you don't watch it, but I will!!! =P Heh. =P ) out of their pots and planted them in, and gave them a good liquid feed with Seasol seaweed solution (you can buy that from Bunnings), as the geraniums were doing fine, but the roses were looking a bit dehydrated at the tips, they'll do better in this raised garden (good drainage, but holds more water for a longer period of time), and I am hoping and thinking that the geraniums, though they like dry feet, will STILL do well as this raised garden is ABOVE the ground, and they have room to grow - they can become very big, and I don't mind if they become bushes!!!!!!!! =O I'll just keep them trimmed back as needed. SO, I've been having fun on this summer day. =D Enjoy!!!!!!!! =D

1841 days ago

$1.50 for 1000 chickens - Hamilton man accidently wins Trade Me auction

Tori Tokalau Reporter from Western Leader

A Hamilton man got more than he bargained for in an online auction. But we think he's an amazing guy for wanting to rehome all of them. What do you think?

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1841 days ago

The Government is granting an extension to learner and restricted car or motorbike licences that are expiring soon.

Brian from New Lynn

The extension will apply to holders of licences expiring between December 1, 2019 and December 1, 2021 - giving them an extension of two years, Associate Transport Minister Julie Anne Genter announced today. More than 144,000 licences are set to expire in the next two years; with 67,000 in the 12 … View moreThe extension will apply to holders of licences expiring between December 1, 2019 and December 1, 2021 - giving them an extension of two years, Associate Transport Minister Julie Anne Genter announced today. More than 144,000 licences are set to expire in the next two years; with 67,000 in the 12 months from December. "The reprieve gives learner and restricted drivers a little more time to get their full licence, improve their driving skills or save up to pay for the test, but I want to be clear that people on time-restricted licences need to take the necessary steps as soon as possible to move to a full licence," Ms Genter said in a statement. "The imminent expiration of driver licences is linked to a rule change in 2014 that introduced a five-year time limit on restricted or learner licences. "Whether people are unaware their licence is time limited, or for other reasons, the current rate of learner or restricted drivers progressing to the next licence stage is too low." While time-limited licences make sense in theory, Ms Genter said, the reality is "that people without the resources, training, or support to pass these tests risk becoming unlicenced when time’s up".
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1841 days ago

Poll: When do you start Christmas shopping?

Neighbourly.co.nz

With Christmas coming up next month, it could be time to start thinking about gift shopping!

Are you one of those lucky people who can whip together some cool gift ideas a few days before, or are you prepared months in advance? When do you start your Christmas shopping? Vote in the poll below.

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When do you start Christmas shopping?
  • 37.1% I start a few months before
    37.1% Complete
  • 23.3% I leave it until the last minute
    23.3% Complete
  • 37% Gifts aren't a priority for me
    37% Complete
  • 2.6% I do gift shopping on boxing day
    2.6% Complete
1326 votes
1841 days ago

Battling an invisible illness: From chronic pain to travelling the world

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours, a Blockhouse Bay man spent years experiencing chronic pain due to an auto inflammatory disease called hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Three years ago Maurice O'Rourke was in so much pain he was unable to sleep for more than an hour at a time.
He is now pain free and able to … View more
Hi neighbours, a Blockhouse Bay man spent years experiencing chronic pain due to an auto inflammatory disease called hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Three years ago Maurice O'Rourke was in so much pain he was unable to sleep for more than an hour at a time.
He is now pain free and able to travel overseas for the first time in decades due to a medication which is now being publicly funded.

1845 days ago

Do we need stricter safety regulations for e-scooters?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours, Auckland Council has announced Lime and its competitors will have to follow stricter rules around the safety of their e-scooters. The council is also calling for central Government to introduce more regulations. What are your thoughts on e-scooters? Should they be allowed on … View moreHi neighbours, Auckland Council has announced Lime and its competitors will have to follow stricter rules around the safety of their e-scooters. The council is also calling for central Government to introduce more regulations. What are your thoughts on e-scooters? Should they be allowed on footpaths? Do we need more safety regulations? Or are the current rules strict enough?

1841 days ago

We have our winner of the NZ House & Garden House Tours double pass!

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

Congratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some … View moreCongratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some next year! If you're yet to secure your tickets for the House Tours, you can do so here: www.nzhouseandgardentours.co.nz...

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1841 days ago

Live Life To The Fullest

Anthea from Lifestyle Happy Place

🧡 Someone told me yesterday that we are going to die one day. I thought, True!

🧡But then I thought, why do so many people not use that as motivation to reach for the stars and get that dream job, travel, money, love. You know, find their HAPPY PLACE!

🧡Its fear of change, I know it … View more
🧡 Someone told me yesterday that we are going to die one day. I thought, True!

🧡But then I thought, why do so many people not use that as motivation to reach for the stars and get that dream job, travel, money, love. You know, find their HAPPY PLACE!

🧡Its fear of change, I know it because I have overcome change a lot and great things have happened. That's why I love to help people move forward in life.

🧡 Everyday is a blessing, to hug my daughter, to kiss my husband, to laugh with my dad, to high five my teen.

🧡Everyday will be different, change is inevitable, people will come and go.

🧡Make your everyday count! Create a happy change, create a legacy, move forward and be happy doing it🤗🥰

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1842 days ago

Arts & Crafts Day

Metlifecare Retirement Village

Hi Neighbours,

You are invited to attend Waitakere Gardens’ Arts & Craft Day.

Lovingly handcrafted pieces from the talented Waitakere Gardens residents will be up for sale including; paintings, jewellery, knitted items, scented candles, Christmas goodies and much much more.

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Hi Neighbours,

You are invited to attend Waitakere Gardens’ Arts & Craft Day.

Lovingly handcrafted pieces from the talented Waitakere Gardens residents will be up for sale including; paintings, jewellery, knitted items, scented candles, Christmas goodies and much much more.

Waitakere Gardens’ Arts and Crafts Day:

When - 9 November 10am – 2pm
Where - Village is located at 15 Sel Peacock Drive, Henderson, Auckland.
Find out more

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1842 days ago

John Young Recliners

Dave from Sunnyvale

2 Dark Blue Fabric Recliners,purchased August 2018 with Scotch Gaurd protection.Excellent Condition.$600 ono for both.

Price: $600

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