Mangawhai District, Mangawhai

1247 days ago

A perfect match with free recruitment service

Competenz

"We’d been trying to recruit a young person for a couple of years", says Stainless Machinings owner Brian Lawry. “We’d been in touch with local high schools to arrange work experience at our precision component business and liaised with many career advisors and even advertised at … View more"We’d been trying to recruit a young person for a couple of years", says Stainless Machinings owner Brian Lawry. “We’d been in touch with local high schools to arrange work experience at our precision component business and liaised with many career advisors and even advertised at Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT), but with no success.”

After years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate.
In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.

Read the full story at the link below.
If you are an employer looking for the right apprentice for your business, get in touch with us to make use of our free job matching service

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1247 days ago

Dargaville residents invited to Northpower Trust AGM

Northpower Trust

The Northpower Trust is inviting Kaipara residents to attend its AGM in Dargaville on July 28.

Trust Chairman Erc Angelo says meetings hosted in Dargaville are always well attended by locals.

“Considering Northpower was founded in Dargaville 91 years ago, it is always special coming back … View more
The Northpower Trust is inviting Kaipara residents to attend its AGM in Dargaville on July 28.

Trust Chairman Erc Angelo says meetings hosted in Dargaville are always well attended by locals.

“Considering Northpower was founded in Dargaville 91 years ago, it is always special coming back here to let people know what the Northpower Trust has been up to and hear from Northpower just how the business is going,” says Mr Angelo.
Kaipara is strongly represented on the Northpower Trust.

The Northpower Trust AGM is being held at Sportsville Dargaville at 1pm on July 28.
It will be preceded by lunch at 12.15, giving Northpower electricity and fibre customers a chance to chat to Northpower Trustees and staff. Sportsville Dargaville is located at Memorial Park on Logan St.

For more information contact Julie on 09-4383322 or julie@plusca.co.nz

1249 days ago

Sign up for our Tokyo Olympics newsletter

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

The Tokyo Olympics are about to kick off, and some of our country's best sports stars are set to represent New Zealand on the world stage.

The opening ceremony takes place on Friday (about 11pm NZ time), and the Games will run through until August 8.

Over the next … View more
Hi neighbours,

The Tokyo Olympics are about to kick off, and some of our country's best sports stars are set to represent New Zealand on the world stage.

The opening ceremony takes place on Friday (about 11pm NZ time), and the Games will run through until August 8.

Over the next two-and-a-half weeks, some of the world’s best athletes competing in a range of sports will battle it out in Tokyo in the hopes of walking away with a medal.

So get your New Zealand flags and popcorn ready and sign up for our Tokyo Olympics newsletter to have all the highlights, talking points, medal tally and analysis delivered to your inbox every day. Click here.

We'll also be live blogging our Kiwi athletes' events every day of the Games. Just bookmark this page to stay up to date.

1248 days ago

Strengthening digital skills for industry

Competenz

Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

“As technology progresses and we move further into… View more
Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

“As technology progresses and we move further into Industry 4.0, workers must be upskilled to keep pace with new systems and processes, especially older employees who are not digital natives, but who have invaluable experience in their fields,” says Competenz Sector Manager Jahn Vannisselroy

Competenz has developed a new micro-credential to meet the demands brought about by Industry 4.0.
Read the full article here

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1248 days ago

Supporting KidsCan is easy through the Trade Me Kindness Store

Trade Me

Hi there!

Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.

We’ve… View more
Hi there!

Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.

We’ve stocked the store with all the essentials. Think fleece-lined rain coats and shoes to keep kids warm and dry, and warm, healthy food.

Just pick, click, and give now – we take care of the rest, making sure your purchase gets to KidsCan.
Learn more

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1249 days ago

Secure your bull team now with no upfront cost!

PGG Wrightson

Apply for a Defer-A-Bull purchase agreement today – a simple, cost effective solution when sourcing your dairy service bulls.

Secure your bull team early with no repayments until bulls are sold.
Find out more

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1249 days ago

Do you have a great spinach recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for spinach recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 26, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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1249 days ago

Rose Hughes’ latest project gives an old wooden crate a charming second life.

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Give an old wooden crate a charming second life with Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1251 days ago

Peter William’s Natural Joint Secret

Koru Nutrition

Peter Williams reports a natural cream that supports his joints and helps to keep him active.

“When I get up in the morning, I want to know that my joints are healthy, flexible and ready for the day.”

“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural, fast … View more
Peter Williams reports a natural cream that supports his joints and helps to keep him active.

“When I get up in the morning, I want to know that my joints are healthy, flexible and ready for the day.”

“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural, fast acting and long lasting. It has become NZ’s #1 fastest growing topical joint and muscle support cream and I can see why.”

“Ask for Koru Nutrition’s Koru FX cream next time you’re in the pharmacy and try it for yourself.”
Find out more

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1252 days ago

Night Light - an evening of earthy contrast

NZ Dance Company

This spring, The New Zealand Dance Company return to Whangarei with Night Light, a thrilling double bill to be performed at Forum North for one night only on September 8.

An evening of earthy contrast by two dynamic New Zealand choreographers, Night Light will leave you in awe of the artistry … View more
This spring, The New Zealand Dance Company return to Whangarei with Night Light, a thrilling double bill to be performed at Forum North for one night only on September 8.

An evening of earthy contrast by two dynamic New Zealand choreographers, Night Light will leave you in awe of the artistry brewing right here on our shores.

Tickets are on sale today - don't miss out
Learn more

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1253 days ago

Volunteers Needed at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

If you ever thought you might like to try volunteering at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville (48 Victoria Street) please call us on 439 5583 between 9.30am to 3.30pm week days or hit the button below to find out more or to submit your application.

We look forward to hearing from you😊

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1253 days ago

Kiwi treasure week at Red Cross Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

We are continuing or Kiwi treasure theme this week. Come and see us at 48 Victoria Street Dargaville.

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1254 days ago

Apprenticeship opportunities available

Competenz

Hey Northland! We have some great apprenticeship opportunities available in Auckland right now. Take a look at our job board to find out more!

Light fabrication
Heavy fabrication
Fabrication steel construction
Mechanical engineer
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1255 days ago

Paint it red with Resene for Red Nose Day!

Resene ColorShop

Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

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Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwi children.
Find your local Resene ColorShop
Find out more

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1256 days ago

Magazine rack

The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Breathe new life into an old magazine rack by adding a pop of colour with Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own.

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