2542 days ago

EcoWest Festival kicks off next Saturday!

EcoMatters Environment Trust

Kia ora neighbours, it’s the team from EcoMatters. On Saturday 16 March, EcoWest Festival is kicking off with Cycle-Powered Cinema at the Avondale Shops, and you’re all invited!

From 6-9pm, enjoy food trucks, entertainment, art and bike-powered screenings of short films. BYO mug for a free hot chocolate. More details on Facebook.

It’ll just be the start of a month-long festival celebrating our stunning environment, and with more than 120 events in six event categories, we’re sure you’ll find something up your alley.

Visit www.ecowest.org.nz for more details. We’ll see you around!
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Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

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Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.

We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

Want to read more? The Press has you covered!

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🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
  • 52.8% Human-centred experience and communication
    52.8% Complete
  • 14.8% Critical thinking
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  • 29.7% Resilience and adaptability
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