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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.
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 moreA 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
Motorists on Auckland’s North Shore have kept a red-light camera extremely busy in its first year of operation.
In the 12 months from June 2018 to June to 2019, $642,000 in fines were issued by the fixed-position camera.
It's a figure that even the AA, which supports the use of red-light … View moreMotorists on Auckland’s North Shore have kept a red-light camera extremely busy in its first year of operation.
In the 12 months from June 2018 to June to 2019, $642,000 in fines were issued by the fixed-position camera.
It's a figure that even the AA, which supports the use of red-light cameras, says is concerning. “A camera issuing that many tickets, your're just not getting the right road safety result,” AA advisor Barney Irvine told Seven Sharp.
The camera was installed at the intersection of Esmonde Road and Fred Thomas Drive, near the Northern Motorway on-ramp, as part of a wider rollout of cameras across the city. Each new single camera costs $46,828, generally purchased by Auckland Transport and is monitored by police. “The camera there issued two-thousand tickets in the first four months of the year, and that’s way ahead of what we’re seeing on other roads with the same amount of traffic. It’s just far too high,” Mr Irvine says. The AA is now calling on Auckland Transport to investigate other options for cracking down on red-light infringements. In a statement, Auckland Transport says that it is aware that “this intersection is a high infringement zone” and that they are looking at ways to make signage and signals clearer. “This will include additional traffic lights (one that sits over the intersection) and flashing studs in the road seal to warn people of the upcoming red signal.” Mr Irvine says sometimes a red-light camera by itself just isn’t enough.
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When will World Peace Be in the News?
The Christadelphian Community believes that the Bible declares that Jesus Christ was born to be the World's Future King. When and why?
They invite you to an Illustrated Bible address entitled:
“Jesus Christ IS Coming.... Are You Ready?”
This is to be… View moreWhen will World Peace Be in the News?
The Christadelphian Community believes that the Bible declares that Jesus Christ was born to be the World's Future King. When and why?
They invite you to an Illustrated Bible address entitled:
“Jesus Christ IS Coming.... Are You Ready?”
This is to be held this Sunday August 11th at 2.00pm at the Christadelphian Hall 3159 Great North Road New Lynn. All Welcome.
Authorised by Steve Bostin
Two cyclists are in hospital with serious injuries after their bikes slipped on a road that had a di…
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
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!
Hi!
We're shuffling around our office, and we have three ergonomic 'jellybean' workstation desks available.
These are free, but MUST be picked up from our New Lynn office.
Check out our TradeMe listing for more information!
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 moreIt’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
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 moreThis 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
Playtime is precious. Play builds brain pathways for thinking, creativity, flexibility, empathy and many other lifelong skills 🙂
#playandlearn #learnandplay #bloomingbudsearlylearningcentre #bloomingbuds #childcare #daycare #earlylearning #curriculum #preschoollearn #preschoolkids … View morePlaytime is precious. Play builds brain pathways for thinking, creativity, flexibility, empathy and many other lifelong skills 🙂
#playandlearn #learnandplay #bloomingbudsearlylearningcentre #bloomingbuds #childcare #daycare #earlylearning #curriculum #preschoollearn #preschoolkids #animalsandkids #trucksandkids #animaltoys #enrollingnow #gleneden #auckland
Hi everyone,
There will be an upcoming Upcycling Painting Workshop that will be held over on the North Shore. Classes are fun, creative and allow you to reuse and make your home décor beautiful once more. Instructors will provide tips and tricks for making your tired old home décor pieces, look … View moreHi everyone,
There will be an upcoming Upcycling Painting Workshop that will be held over on the North Shore. Classes are fun, creative and allow you to reuse and make your home décor beautiful once more. Instructors will provide tips and tricks for making your tired old home décor pieces, look new and interesting again. We use discarded wood so that participants feel comfortable trying any painting technique they'd like. It allows for creativity and adventurous techniques. Most of the techniques used will aim to be quick, easy and more affordable over buying new stuff. It will give you the confidence and accomplishment to create your own work in your own style. Come along to hear and share new ideas and get personal support in your upcycling journey.
Location: Highbury Community House, 110 Hinemoa St, Birkenhead, Auckland
Date: Sunday 11 August
Time: 1 PM - 3 PM
Find Out More: therecreators.co.nz...
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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