1316 days ago

No barriers to learning

Competenz

"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to balance study with a night job and a young family, but his main challenge came in the form of his hearing disability.

Erich says he thinks he’s inspired other people with a disability to take on training.
Read Erichs full story here

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More messages from your neighbours
6 days ago

Let us help you start a business and get online.

JumpStarter

Got a business idea but not sure where to start?

Whether it’s a side hustle or your big leap, JumpStarter is here to help you turn your business dreams into reality! From step-by-step guides to practical tips, we’ll walk you through launching your business and building your first website.

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7 days ago

Poll: Who will you vote for next years general election?

Byron from Buller District

Who will you vote for next years general election?

Who will you vote for next years general election?
  • 0% Labour Party
    0% Complete
  • 0% National Party
    0% Complete
  • 50% Green Party
    50% Complete
  • 0% ACT Party
    0% Complete
  • 25% NZ First Party
    25% Complete
  • 0% Te Pati Maori Party
    0% Complete
  • 25% Other
    25% Complete
4 votes
11 days ago

Incident at Richmond Village Green - Can you help?

The Team from Canterbury Police

Christchurch Police investigating a serious assault in the city are seeking help from the public.

The female victim was found seriously injured at the Richmond Village Green on Stanmore Road about 9:20am today.

She remains in a critical condition in hospital.

A scene examination of the area is underway.

As part of our inquiries, Police would like to speak to anyone who may have information that would help us determine what happened.

Information can be passed to Police via our 105 phone service, or by going online to: www.police.govt.nz...

Use 'Update Report', referencing file number 250205/8067.