Work/Training wanted
Afternoon neighbours!
I have a full-time job but am not awfully fulfilled by it. Like many young men, I have never known (and still don't know) what it is I'd like to do with myself. I studied Social Work for two years but dropped out in the last year of my study to find employment in order to support my upcoming wife and child.
I'm interested in something more physical such as yard work, carpentry, or furniture restoring. As the sole provider for my family I don't have the freedom to go and study (plus I already have 10's of thousands of student debt!), so am looking for ways to gain some experience while I take the time to consider my future.
If anyone has any odd jobs they'd like doing in the evenings and spare Saturdays, please flick me a text on 027 486 9269. I'm after experience and a bit of fitness more than $, so remuneration is nice but not expected or asked for.
I can walk your dogs, do odd jobs, whatever. I am not fit, I'm neither weak nor strong but I'm strong enough, I'm responsible and willing to learn.
I also possess some intelligence so if your children need some after-school tutoring or if you'd like to know a bit more about your computer...
Anything you'd like done, flick me a text and we'll see if we can work something out.
God Bless.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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58.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.7% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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