Urban SAR Team to Assist Japan Following Earthquake
Prime Minister John Key said New Zealand is sending an Urban Search and Rescue team to Japan following its devastating earthquake and tsunami.
NZ Mourns for Japans Earthquake
Prime Minister John Key has issued a statement of NZrs hearts going out to the Japanese at the time of this tragic earthquake.
Boxed Expressions Offer Great Gift Baskets
Gift baskets are perfect gifts for many reasons. Not only they are available in wide variety, they also make for a smooth ordering experience. Moreover, gift baskets can easily satisfy any gift receiver and gift giver.
AIA Taking Flexible Approach in Support of Christchurch Earthquake
In the wake of the tragedy in Christchurch, AIA New Zealand is responding with urgency to claims received by affected policyholders, and reaching out to others that may be affected. The company has already received a number of life policy claims this week, and has formed a Christchurch claims committee to manage anticipated future claims.
Porcelain Tiles Gone Slim – A New Technological Tile Development
Slim tiles are porcelain tiles that are between 4-5mm thick while being of comparable strength to regular tiles. These tiles have the added benefit of being able to be installed on top of existing floors and walls, lowering renovation and demolition costs.
OCR is reduced 50 basis points to 2.5 percent
The New Zealand Reserve Bank announce that the OCR (Official Cash Rate) is today being reduced by 50 points to 2.5 percent.
Bringing help from the Subantarctics to Christchurch
A trust that normally works in the remote subantartic islands have heeded the call for help in earthquake-ravaged christchurch. With 100s of cans of long-life food that they bought back from a research expedition to Campbell Island the week before the earthquake, they are able to bring relief to the most hard hit eastern suburbs.
Five Areas for Businesses to Work On In 2011
This year has started with a high degree of uncertainty however there a number of areas that business can be very certain about according to Chris Bell Managing Director of Customer Experiences a company that specialises in the development of high quality customer experiences.
Royalty Free Production Music and Sound Effects Website
An exciting new resource website has just been launched that will be of interest to anyone looking for affordable production music or sound effects.
Plans to get Christchurch Students back to Schools following Earthquake
Education Minister Anne Tolley says that alternative plans are in place for over 1700 students from two of the Christchurch schools severely damaged in last week’s earthquake, with planning well underway for all of the city’s school students.
National Short Film Contest Gathers Momentum
The annual V48Hours Furious Filmmaking Contest returns for 2011 with registrations now open at www.v48hours.co.nz.
Simon Power Retiring
Simon Power, the MP for Rangitikei and the fourth-ranked Minister in John Key’s National-led Government, is to retire from politics at the election in November.
Giftbob Donating Percentage of Sales to Christchurch Earthquake Appeal
Giftbob.co.nz, a Christchurch based online store is donating 20% of all March 2011 sales to the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal.
Canterbury Schools and Staff Praised Following Earthquake
Education Minister Anne Tolley has praised Canterbury teachers and principals for their resilience and positive attitude following the recent earthquake.
Christchurch Earthquake Support Package – Further Details
Further details regarding the initial earthquake support package for Christchurch businesses and employeees.
Initial Earthquake Assistance Package for Christchurch
An initial earthquake assistance package has been announced for Christchurch businesses and workers. The six week package consists of an Earthquake Support Subsidy to help employers pay wages, and an Earthquake Job Loss Cover to support employees whose jobs are no longer viable.
Ngati Ranginui Iwi responds to Christchurch call for help
Ngati Ranginui coordinates Drop-Off Centre to help out whanau/families affected by the Christchurch earthquakes.
Bartering for Christchurch
BBX New Zealand, a leading business-to-business barter community, is providing a conversion mechanism that helps businesses around the country contribute to the reconstruction of Christchurch. Donated goods and services will be traded for barter credits that will then be used to buy things that Christchurch companies specifically need to get back on their feet.
Crafty Mums Help Following Christchurch Earthquake
A group of craft loving friends have joined together in an effort to help the people of Christchurch following the devastating earthquake.
Infant Feeding in Emergencies
The Ministry of Health has released guidance on infant feeding during emergencies for parents and caregivers.