Petitions to manage the impacts of EQ-prone building legislation
Inner City Wellington has launched two petitions in response to concerns raised at a public meeting of residential owners in earthquake-prone buildings. Information on the meeting is available on our website, under Library - EQ seminars ... (www.innercitywellington.nz)
Petition for comprehensive support
Calls for the Government to provide comprehensive financial, technical and advisory support interventions for residential owners in earthquake-prone buildings.
More information on this petition and a link to sign the petition is in the first attached document.
To sign petition: copy and paste direct link:
www.parliament.nz...
Petition to review the earthquake-prone provisions in the Building Act 2004
Calls for the Government to undertake a review of the earthquake-prone provisions to take account of the significantly higher strengthening costs compared to those used in the policy process, the stretched engineering and construction sectors, and the need to focus scarce resources on public safety priorities.
For more information and a link to the petition, see the second document below.
To sign petition, copy and paste this direct link: www.parliament.nz...
Thank you for your support.
Petition calling for comprehensive support for residential owners in earthquake prone buildings (July 2019).docx Download View
Petition calling for a review the earthquake-prone provisions (July 2019).docx Download View
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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65.3% Yes
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32.3% No
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2.4% Other - I'll share below
International Volunteer Managers Day
Yesterday marked International Volunteer Managers Day. So throughout this week we will be spotlighting several amazing volunteer managers from across the Wellington region.
Liv has recently started managing a diverse team of volunteers at The Free Store Wellington. Here are some words about what she loves about her role!
Floor show
Spruce up your outdoor area for spring soirées in the sun with a simple but stylish rug you can personalise with your own design using your favourite Resene colours.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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