All driver licences, WoFs, CoFs, and some vehicle certifications, that expired on or after 1 January 2020 will be valid for up to six months from 10 April 2020, Transport Minister Phil Twyford has announced. “People shouldn’t have to worry about getting fined for having an expired document if driving […]
More time for health workers and elderly to get flu vaccine
The Government has extended by two weeks till April 27 the amount of time priority groups, such as health workers and those aged over 65, have to get their flu vaccine before it is made available to the wider public. This year’s vaccination campaign is a key component of the […]
Regional council adapts to working from home
Bay of Plenty Regional Council has settled into a new normal during the COVID-19 Alert Level 4, with technology enabling staff productivity and ensuring governance and democracy can continue. Chief Executive Fiona McTavish said since the start of Alert Level 4 on average each day more than 300 staff have […]
Whakatāne Library offers a digital world for readers
Whakatāne Library staff have been busy during the lockdown, rolling out a new opportunity for all library members to access free audio books. Collections and Content Coordinator Christine Whalley says it’s important for library members to know they can still access some of the same services – just in different […]