NorthTec will hold an event on Friday for people interested in studying in the tourism and travel industry.
NorthTec will hold an event on Friday for people interested in studying in the tourism and travel industry.
Boundaries redrawn
Northern Regional Council (NRC) constituency boundaries will be finetuned to even out the population in each. At yesterday's meeting the green light was given to move the Coastal South constituency boundary south to match Whangarei District Council's Mangakahia/Maungatapere boundary. Maungatapere, Kokopu and Whatatiri areas will now be inthe neighbouring Coastal North ward. The most northerly Te Hiku ward boundary will shift so communities around Mangonui Harbour are in the same constituency. The NRC made the decision after its required six-yearly review. Having Maori constituencies was ruled out last year under a separate legally required revision. A month-long appeal period on the boundary changes is now in place if original submitters wish to respond.
School's TREEmendous effort
Hukerenui School is a finalist in the TREEmendous challenge. The challenge asked students around the country to design new outdoor learning spaces to go in the draw to win a $10,000 TREEmendous outdoor classroom. TREEmendous is an initiative which challenges schools to consider how they can transform unused areas by planting native trees and encouraging students to explore, learn in and reconnect with nature. The four winning schools will be announced in November. For more information about TREEmendous visit http://treemendous.org.nz.
A woman was freed from a vehicle after a crash on State Highway 1 south of Kaitaia yesterday.The single-vehicle crash happened near the intersection of Ruaroa Rd about 9.42am. The sole occupant, a female, was reportedly trapped but was freed and only has minor injuries. The vehicle was cleared and the road open just after 10.10am.
Tourism careers day
People interested in studying travel and tourism can learn more at an event on Friday. NorthTec and the International Travel College of New Zealand are hosting an information day to give people a feel for what a career in travel and tourism is like and whether it is the right fit. People heading along will be able to talk to the tutor and learn more about course options and facilities. The event will be held at NorthTec from 9.30am.
