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August-September 2021
Plug in
to better
advice.
Trade Magazine Only.
At Redpaths our focus is to the Trade.
All pricing is to account holders only
and is always excluding GST.
Welcome to our Home Sweet Home edition of the Circuit Breaker.
EDITORIAL It’s been a cold winter this year, it’ll be nice to finally see some warmer
weather. With spring on the way it’s the perfect time to start those home
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renovations you’ve been putting off. There’s an article with some great tips
on how to keep safe while doing this – don’t want to put yourself or your
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family in harms way. Also got some great renovation ideas in this issue, might
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Couple of highlights on technology in this issue too. Smart homes are
becoming very popular these days; we’ve got all the info on whether they’re
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Disclaimer:
The opinions in this magazine do not
necessarily reflect those of R.Redpath
Limited or the publisher. Although all
materials are checked for accuracy, no
liability is assumed by R.Redpath Limited
or the publisher for any losses due to the
use of this magazine. Whilst all care has
been taken in production, products and
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prices advertised will be on sale from Director of Operations
the beginning of the promotional period
or while stocks last. We reserve the
right to substitute any of these products
with similar products or vary pricing in
extenuating circumstances and limited to
Trade customers only.
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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 5
TOOL BOX TALK
Safety When
WE ALL THINK WE KNOW BETTER WHEN IT COMES TO HEALTH AND SAFETY,
ESPECIALLY IN OUR OWN HOMES. HOWEVER, LIKE IT OR NOT, IT IS JUST AS
IMPORTANT TO TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN WE ARE RENOVATING AS IT IS AT
WORK. AS SILLY AS IT MAY SEEM TO SOME, IT IS ALWAYS BETTER TO TAKE THE
EXTRA MEASURES RATHER THAN PUTTING YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY AT RISK.
WE HAVE GATHERED SOME HELPFUL TIPS FOR YOU TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN
WORKING ON THOSE EXCITING DIY PROJECTS. EVERYTHING FROM PLANNING TO
MENTAL HEALTH, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED.
Plan ahead cost. Accidentally knocking down a
load bearing wall, or even hitting a
Clean and clear
It is important to know what exactly plumbing pipe can have disastrous workspace
you are doing before you even start consequences. Keeping your tools and materials
the process. Lack of planning can end
organised and in one area helps
in unnecessary disaster and cost you Safety Gear avoid accidents. Tripping over power
much more financially. This includes
Acquiring the correct and necessary cables or standing on stray nails is
knowing exactly what you want out
safety gear for your project is just as easily done and happens far too often
of your project, and the timeline for
important as having the right tools. during these types of projects. Having
achieving this.
Safety hats, steel cap boots, and dust a designated workstation which you
Building Structure masks can save you from unnecessary
harm. This isn’t limited to PPE,
regularly clean is the best way to
avoid these kinds of mistakes.
Failing to make sure whether the making sure your smoke detectors,
core structure of the building is solid carbon monoxide detectors and fire Mental Health
and secure is a serious mistake that extinguishers are all in working order Renovations can be overwhelming
many home renovators make. Starting is equally important. at the best of times. All that added
renovations on a structurally unstable
physical and financial pressure can
house can lead to irreparable damage Dust Safety really build up. Keeping your daily
such as roof and load bearing wall
Dust is a big risk when it comes routine as normal as possible around
collapses. It might be time to call in a
to those with sensitive airways, the renovations is a great way from
professional to help with this one, you
particularly babies and small children. letting this consume your whole
can never be too safe.
Be aware of the amount of dust life. Being buried in the chaos of
Know when to call present during the renovations, and your DIY projects and straying too
far from your healthy habits can
If you are working on an older house,
the pros then testing for asbestos prior have a negative impact on your
Everyone loves a DIY, but it’s to starting renovations is crucial mental wellbeing. Separating your
important to know when you’re in ensuring the safety of anyone living space from your renovation
getting out of your depth. There is no entering the house. Exposure to space helps combat the feelings of
shame in hiring professionals to assist asbestos at any level can have overwhelming stress.
with your renovation endeavours. damaging long term effects such
The safety of both you and your as cancer, lung scarring, and other
house is more important than cutting airway related diseases.
a few corners when it comes to
6 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021
Renovating
AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 7
WAT E R H E AT I N G
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Designed to handle the toughest environments in New Zealand, the elements are
constructed with a full titanium sheath pressed into a marine grade stainless steel boss.
The design and materials ensure maximum performance in both corrosive and high mineral
content environments.
The Titanium Pro range is available from 2KW up to 6KW. The 2KW and 3KW versions have
the familiar foldback shape with an extended sheath offering lower watts per cm2, this
improves performance in areas of hard water. The 4KW, 5KW and 6KW versions are dual
circuit and dual blade providing high power output options for a variety of applications.
Features & Benefits
. Blade material - Titanium for extremely corrosive water
. Watts Density - Extend sheath for lower watts per cm 2
. Boss - Marine grade stainless steel 316
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No Brazing or secondary sheathing
Available at your local Redpaths Branch
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Available in black &
white options
Plenty of space
for wiring
Installation
Easy push connection
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Robust Tri-Colour Switch
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and plenty of space for wiring allow you to install and move on. To your next job quickly.
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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 9LIGHTING EDITORIAL
Warm, Bright,
Cool and
Funky ….
O
pen-plan kitchens are Light colour temperature is measured Once you’ve identified the colour,
becoming increasingly in Kelvin (K) and, while there are many decided on whether you want to be
popular in New Zealand, variations, LED strip colours can be able to dim the lights and chosen the
integrating “the heart of the divided in warm white (3k), natural profile you’re only a few steps away
home” into our living and entertaining white (4K), cool white (5K) and RGB from your dream kitchen. But if you
spaces. As a result, more and more (either static or colour-changing). require any assistance or have any
people are paying greater attention A great way to achieve the perfect questions, please feel free to contact
to kitchen design, decoration and, in look for your kitchen lighting is using a us through your local Redpaths branch,
particular, lighting. Whether you’re tuneable strip which will allow for the and don’t forget to check out the in-
looking for bright, task-orientated colour temperature to be adjusted from store Task Stand for all you LED strip
lighting for the serious “foodie”, warm warm white through to cool white. lighting requirements…. All the gear, All
ambient lighting that sets the mood, in the same place, All at a great price.
or vivid colour-changing lighting for
the dedicated “party animal”, making
your kitchen warmer, brighter, more
vibrant or unique is easy using LED
strip lighting.
While it is easy to achieve the look you
want in your kitchen, there are a few
things to consider and decide upon Dimming
before committing to any given design. People often find that their lighting
requirements are constantly changing
throughout the day depending on the
activity, time, weather or even mood.
So, the key to good kitchen lighting
is flexibility. The ability to dim LED
strips offers that and allows the user
to increase or decrease the strip light
output as required.
Profile
LED strips should always be mounted
with a heatsink to prevent early failure,
protect the strip, and to give an even,
dot-free light output. There is a myriad
of options to choose from, including
Colour Temperature surface-mount, corner- mount and
It is well known that different light recessed.
colours evoke different atmospheres Options for the diffuser include Opal,
that influence mood, and it is no Frosted and Clear.
surprise that kitchen lights can even Profiles are available in anodised silver
influence appetite. or black.
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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 15PODCASTS
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NO MORE CORDS
SOUNDS GOOD TO US
Xiaomi Mi Air Charge
Xiaomi has announced that There is no release date yet,
they are working on a wireless and no telling whether this
charging system that is able to technology will even make it to
charge devices wirelessly within the market. But just the idea of
a several metre radius. It is said this is pretty cool none the less.
that physical objects don’t reduce
charging efficiency, and multiple
devices will be able to charge at
once.
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of the most abundant ingredients longer!
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WAKEcup self-cleaning drink bottle
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All those hard-to-reach corners the lid that claims to kill 99.99%
that you spend hours of your of all bacteria in just 3 minutes.
life scrubbing away at but never
seem to know if they’re clean.
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HEALTH & SAFETY EDITORIAL
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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 21TECHNOLOGY EDITORIAL
Gen Zers
Moving to the Digital
Can you imagine your life without email or
other electronic means of communication in the workplace?
W
ell if you Moving to a digital age are barely aware it’s even this group is unlikely to
entered the where everything is ‘online’, there. be tolerant of lengthy,
workforce ‘mobile’ and supposedly manual processes – they
If you’re feeling a bit
in New ‘intuitive’ (whatever that’s will be looking for ways to
intimidated at the thought
Zealand back in the late 80s supposed to mean), has streamline and automate
of having these tech
you probably remember been a steep learning curve your systems wherever
veterans join your team, fear
exactly that. We knew a very for our generation. Not possible.
not. These kids have grown
different environment back so for our children. Gen Z,
up patiently coaching their Embracing this generation
then to the one we work the latest generation to hit
parents and grandparents and seeking their opinions
in today. Internal memos the workforce, was raised
how to use technology at on how to use technology to
were hand-delivered by on technology. They don’t
home and are likely to be do this may well give you an
the office junior, and we remember a time when
an asset to your workplace. edge to stay ahead of your
picked up the phone or there was no internet at
Studies show this generation competition. It takes a lot
sent a letter if we needed to their fingertips, with Google
is more likely to stay in a job to impress this generation
communicate with someone to answer all their questions.
for longer periods than their when it comes to tech stuff,
external. Computers only This new generation have
millennial counterparts, so so they’re not likely to get
performed specific tasks no fear of technology – in
it’s worth spending time on excited about something
and smartphones had yet to fact, it’s so ingrained in their
them. It would also seem just because of its shiny
be invented. home and work life that they
that while they appear to bells and whistles. It must
be on their phones a lot, be effective, and they’re not
they’re also a hard-working afraid to do their homework
bunch that value human to find out if it will be.
interaction. Technology is
The digital age is upon us
just a tool to them and one
with even email starting to
they can teach you a lot
feel outdated compared
about.
with modern collaborative
As much as they are tools like Microsoft Teams
prepared to work hard, and Slack. We need to move
22 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021at Home
Age whilst the Borders are Closed
whizzes still living with you
in your own home. Make
the most of having this
‘inhouse IT help desk’ before
the borders open and they
disappear to distant shores.
If you’re looking to guide
these potential inhouse
champions so they can
move your business to
the digital age, Tribe can Build a tribe
help. Digital upskilling can
improve your return on
around
investment in technology, your business
maximise the potential of We are a progressive
your existing tools, and help technology consultancy firm
to keep your business safe. who understand business &
We’re passionate about put people first.
empowering our customers
We don't just fix problems
(of all generations) to
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develop their IT skills
opportunities & value
through training and
for our clients.
mentorship programmes.
with the times, so why not of Covid-19 we’re likely Reach out to us today to > Consultancy & strategy
let the younger generation to have them calling New discuss a Learning and > Managed services
help us get there. Zealand home for longer Development programme & support
with travel being less of an that works best for your > Business systems
We have a unique
option for them than their people. & technology
opportunity to tap into
predecessors. Add the > Security & Monitoring
this huge resource of Author: Theresa Styles,
cost of renting and buying
knowledgeable and affable
young people looking to
a house into the mix and Learning and Development 0800 862 103
Specialist with Tribe
make their mark in New
chances are you may have
Technology Limited
hello@tribe.co.nz
one of these native tech
Zealand. With the impact
AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 23HEALTHY HOME EDITORIAL
Healthy Homes Standards
How They Work For You
The Healthy Homes Standards introduce specific and minimum standards for heating,
ventilation, moisture ingress and drainage, and draught-stopping in rental properties.
Compliance commencement dates
1 Dec, 2020 - Landlord confirmation of current level of compliance with the
standards in any new, varied or renewed tenancy agreement
1 Jul, 2021 - Private landlord properties within 90 days of any new rental tenancy
- All boarding houses
1 Jul, 2023 - Houses rented by Kainga Ora (formerly Housing New Zealand)
- Houses registered with Community Housing Providers
1 Jul, 2024 - All rental properties
Landlords are responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of their rental properties. These standards will help ensure
landlords have healthier, safer properties and lower maintenance costs for their investments. The standards will also make it easier
for tenants to keep their homes warm and dry.
The new standards require all bathrooms and kitchens to have an extractor fan vented to the outside. These fans must not only
work, but meet some minimum performance standards as well.
Bathrooms - In any room with a shower or bath, new fans installed must have a minimum diameter (including ducting) of 120mm or
an exhaust capacity of at least 25 litres per second.
Kitchens - In any room with a cook top, new fans or rangehoods installed must have a minimum diameter (including ducting) of
150mm or an exhaust capacity of at least 50 litres per second.
Landlords should ask installers for the details of the fan diameters, ducting and airflow rate in writing, so they can show they are
compliant with the Healthy Homes ventilation standard.
Historically, a large number of fans used in New Zealand bathroom and kitchen applications have only been 100mm in diameter.
While these do not to meet the new standards, they, along with any other sized non-compliant fan, can be left in place, until they
need to be replaced, if installed before 1 July, 2019.
How to select a new standard compliant fan
The first consideration is where you want the fan to go. The best option is using ceiling mounted centrifugal fan systems mounted in
the roof cavity. Other options include inline, through wall or window fans. If a fan is near the bath or shower, consideration should
also be given to a 12V safety extra low voltage fan.
Ceiling mounted centrifugal fans
These are the best fans to use as they develop very high pressure which is designed to enable ducting to be used over long
distances, and/or with difficult routes, and still comply.
Inline extraction fans
Inline fans are mounted in the roof cavity and extract air through a grille and exhaust outside.
Manrose have three fans that are suitable dependent on the length of the duct and the room type to be ventilated
• Hyper150 EC axial fan - primarily for bathrooms with less complex duct runs
• Mixflo 150 mixed flow fan - suitable for bathrooms with complex duct runs and kitchens with less complicated duct runs
• Blue Jet mixed flow fan - well suited for kitchens with complex duct runs
Through wall and window fans
Through wall and window fans should be a minimum of 125mm in a bathroom and 150mm in a kitchen.
Additional ventilation requirements
All habitable rooms in a rental property must have at least one window, door or skylight which opens to the outside and can be fixed
in the open position. In each room, the size of the openable window, doors and skylight together must be at least 5% of the floor
area of that room. Each window door, window or skylight must be openable and must be able to remain fixed in an open position.
Kevin Merton
Simx Ltd
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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 25SMART HOMES EDITORIAL
Smart Homes
The thought of a smart home can seem daunting to many. Extra frustrating gadgets and
complex technology can be a lot to deal with for even the most tech-savvy of people. However,
when done right these gadgets can make life so much easier. Have you ever wanted to heat a
room on a cold morning before you get out of bed? Or how about dimming the lights when
you want to watch a movie? What if I told you that this and more can be achieved through a
click of a button on your smartphone without even standing up.
T
he idea of smart homes is aspects to their homes, often doing this HOW DO SMART HOMES
not new. Bill Gates has had themselves with DIY technology. DIY WORK?
a functional smart home smart homes are both cost efficient Smart devices are all connected to
since 1995; and smart home and flexible to your specific needs, each other through a wireless network
technology dates back as early as there is no reason to overcomplicate and can be accessed and controlled
the 80’s. The possibilities are endless, things. Starting small with devices such through one central point e.g., a
with Bill Gates’ home changing to the as an Amazon Alexa, or a smart plug smartphone or computer. Your devices
preferred temperature and lighting of can drastically change your everyday then learn your preferences and adjust
each guest automatically when they life for the better. their settings to suit your needs. Their
enter a new room. Behind wall speakers performance is also improved when
also continue the music you’ve played they are connected to the Internet of
in one room, for each new room you Things (IoT).
enter. This is just the beginning of the
technology featured in the billionaires The Internet of Things (IoT) refers
130-million-dollar home. to the billions of different devices
connected globally by the internet.
It is safe to say that we can’t all be These devices all collect and share
Bill Gates, and these features may data with each other to improve
be a little (lot) out of our budgets. performance. This network makes our
But this doesn’t mean that we can’t devices smarter and more responsive
also integrate smart technology into to our needs. The IoT plays a big part in
our own homes. Over a third of New the function of smart homes with smart
Zealanders have already added smart
26 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | JUNE-JULY 2021THE DOWNSIDE
Unfortunately, we can’t just focus on
the positives. Sadly, there are also
downfalls of “smartifying” your home
that must be considered. Extra costs
and potential security and privacy
breaches are just the beginning.
Negative effects on the environment
and the fact the devices may at any
time be rendered useless if the internet
crashes are also major factors.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Although smart homes can help
with sustainability by being more
energy efficient, they also come with
a cost. Many smart home devices are
constructed using plastics and rare
metals. Creation, mining, and disposal
of these can contribute towards
pollution and overuse of resources.
COST
Initial installation can be expensive.
Although you can get DIY devices for
relatively cheap, if you are wanting SECURITY
to equip your home with the latest Other than privacy leaks, security
tech then the costs can stack up quite may also become a risk if your smart
quickly. Unfortunately, technology system is linked to your home security
is also constantly evolving meaning devices. Make sure all your devices
that these devices often need to be are pin code locked so that unwanted
devices most often having their own
upgraded frequently. These upgrades people are unable to access your smart
small computers that connect to this
can also become costly overtime, re- system when you leave your devices
network.
purchasing new models is expensive. unattended. Another tip is to never
SMART HOMES & PRIVACY share how your smart security system
SUSTAINABILITY Privacy can become a big issue with
works, even with friends and family
Alternative energy sources are truly who you think you trust.
smart devices, especially devices that
the way of the future, and eventually
have cameras or microphones. All For some the idea of having the newest
we must all embrace them. Despite our
device connected to the Internet of technology is an exciting prospect, but
own personal opinions on pollution and
Things are vulnerable to data leaks to others their privacy is too important
climate change, resources such as coal
and hackers. In some extreme cases to take the risk. If we flash forward
and oil are finite and can’t be relied
hackers have taken control and seen to the future, it is likely that most of
on indefinitely. Energy solutions such
into peoples’ home and recorded audio our homes will include automated
as wind, water and solar power are
of their conversations. The likelihood of technology. But for now, it is personal
all sustainable resources that are ever
this happening is generally low, but if preference whether you believe the
increasing in popularity. Solar energy
this is something you are worried about positives outweigh the negatives when
has taken off, proving to be the most
then definitely proceed with caution. it comes to smart homes.
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The great thing about solar devices
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saying that we’d love to save as much
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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 29RENOVATION EDITORIAL
This year’s winter season felt like it was going to last forever.
At times it became hard to imagine what it felt like to see
the sun, and not be buried under four layers of clothing. But
finally, those gloomy winter nights and frosty mornings are
nearly behind us. With the air warming up and sunlight
hours increasing it is the perfect time to start those home
renovations that you’ve been putting off.
S
tarting projects in early The great thing about doing
spring gives you the most renovations in spring is that most
amount of time possible people aren’t on holiday. Early enough
before that damaging wet to escape the holiday season, but not
and cold weather sets back in. Bad too late that the weather won’t be in
weather conditions can delay major your favour. This means you can book
projects and wreak havoc on exterior the contractors you need to help with
renovations. Even if your renovation your projects without worrying about
plans are solely indoor, not being able them jetting off halfway through.
to open the doors and windows to let Your project will stay on schedule and
in the fresh air can be damaging to fingers crossed will be complete and
yours and your family’s health due to ready to enjoy during those warm
dust pollution and paint fumes. summer months. Renovations are a great way to
increase the value of your house. The
housing market tends to rise in spring,
so remodelling your home right before
the market peaks is a major benefit.
Even if you aren’t planning on selling,
increasing the value of your assets
is never a bad move. Whether you
are contemplating selling in the near
future or are living in your forever
home they’re a great investment.
It is important that you set a budget
for these renovations before you even
begin planning. These improvements
are supposed to increase the value of
your assets, not leave you bankrupt.
By pre-setting a budget, you will not
only know which renos you can afford,
but also the quality of materials and
amount of professional help.
Outdoor or indoor projects, spring is
the perfect time to start.
30 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021TOP RENOVATION IDEAS
REVAMP YOUR KITCHEN LANDSCAPING MAKEOVER This can be an extremely dusty job,
and the warmer weather will allow
There is a big stigma around Your other renovations are likely to
you to open the windows and doors in
revamping a kitchen being time have an effect on your yard. Being
comfort to let out this air pollution.
consuming and expensive. This doesn’t used as a storage ground for tools
have to be the case! A simple coat of and materials can damage the grass
paint or DIY cabinet replacement can and shrubbery. By renovating in INCORPORATE BRIGHTER
give your current kitchen a whole new spring, you can take advantage of COLOURS
lease of life. the weather and plant new trees and Revamping your home doesn’t
shrubbery to fix the damage you’ve have to be as complicated and time
UPDATE YOUR DECK done, and even upgrade from what it consuming as knocking down walls or
was before. building a new extension. Sometimes
Summer is right around the corner
all your home needs for a quick
which means BBQ’s and outside
UPGRADE WOODEN refresh is a coat of paint and some
parties. An updated deck is the
new décor. Finally painting that dull
perfect renovation for the spring FLOORING wall that has really been bringing you
season. Replacing the deck entirely Hard wood floors can make or break
down a nice neutral colour can really
can be a big job; a simple sand and the appearance of a home. Old worn-
open up the space. Or adding in some
repaint may be all it needs to look as out floors can make your home look
new rugs and throws in vibrant colours
good as new. drab. Sanding and re-staining your
can change up the look of your home
floors is the perfect project for spring.
completely.
AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 31DIGITAL EDITORIAL
DIGITAL
FOOTPRINT
Y
our digital footprint is
everything you do online.
The trail of data created by
using online platforms such
as Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat,
dating apps and online shopping. This
becomes your online identity and tells
people everything they need to know
about you with the click of a button.
NOT ONLY YOU Aside from this your family, potential
partners, banks, police, and media all
CONTRIBUTE
have access to your digital footprint.
You may think keeping your own
social media clean will fix any potential BEING SAFE ONLINE
problems. However, what other people - Don’t be a keyboard warrior – don’t
say about you online can also affect say it online if you wouldn’t say it to
your digital footprint. The photos they their face
tag you in, the comments they leave on - Don’t get into online arguments –
PERMANENT your posts, and just anything else they sometimes its better to agree to
With technology becoming ever may mention you in is also part of your disagree
more prevalent, people are becoming digital record. - Don’t share inappropriate content
- Don’t bully people – this is illegal
increasingly defined by their digital WHY DOES IT MATTER?
reputations. Every action you do online, Your online presence is becoming PERSONAL ONLINE SAFETY
whether this be positive or negative, increasingly important to potential - Have two step authentications on
is permanently recorded. People think employers and recruiters, with 90% - Always log off
that pushing the delete button will of job recruiters now googling job - Set privacy settings high
remove this, but it will still be present candidates, and 50% ruling out - Change password regularly
somewhere in the online world. candidates based on what they fine. - Don’t share passwords
HOT TIP
Don’t post on the internet when you are emotional, angry or intoxicated.
Under these circumstances your judgement can be distorted, and
you could end up regretting it very quickly. You could damage your
relationships with family, friends, and colleagues, and in extreme
circumstances could even end up losing your job. Some companies have
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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 33LIGHTEN UP
TIME FOR A LAUGH
I saw a JUST HAPPENED:
driver If a robber robs My contractor
texting a house under broke a
window during
renovation and
and our nearly
accidentally leaves complete
driving.
his handprint on wet renovation
It made He turned
cement,
me so mad Does that mean
to me and
said it's no
I threw that the police have problem. At
my beer at concrete evidence?
this stage it's
just a pane.
him.
A man hired a contractor to renovate his kitchen.
The contractor said to the man that he was nearly done.
The homeowner said "no way that you are - there is a
giant hole in the granite countertop!"
Frustrated with how long the renovation had taken, the
homeowner started yelling at the contractor and his assistant, who was
standing in the hallway outside of the kitchen, to leave. "Get out now!"
the man shouted. Trying to allay his anger, the contractor asked for the
homeowner to calm down and let his assistant into the kitchen with
the part he needed. "No!" the man replied angrily. "I'm going
to sue you!" "You're not letting us finish the work. We're
almost done, we just need to install one last thing, and you
are preventing that." said the contractor. "If we co-operate,
we can have this house finished and avoid a costly legal
battle where we'd both end up worse off.
Now just let that sink in."
Plug in to Plug in to
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34 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021Renovation Fails
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her past arises. Christchurch. Time to get a taco or spruce up your living space.
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AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2021 | REDPATHS.CO.NZ | 35WASTE EDITORIAL
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family businesses, they believe it is boxes. recently been installed at their
their responsibility to do so and are Christchurch office, and a new electric
Vynco’s ‘tea-bag’ slips replace plastic
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fell into a bit of a holding field in the series' current for sodden wet conditions!
pattern, finishing fifth overall guise. The Audi was flying out
and winning our class. Into the race, and I knew we there and we were the
Next it was onto Taupo, were in for a hard slog with second quickest car on
where the highly abrasive high tyre deg guaranteed track for much of the race,
surface and technical for the entire field. converting our fourth place
layout were always I was also concerned about qualifying effort into fourth
going to be a challenge a persistent gear selection overall and the class win to
for us. Nevertheless the issue we had battled during boot.
Audi lapped faster than practice, which returned We finished closer than ever
ever during qualifying on the warm-up lap. This to the GT3 cars, on the same
to the tune of over three caused the ECU to give the lap as the second- and third-
seconds! throttle an extra 'blip' on place finishing McLaren and
To put things in perspective, down change, meaning as Nissan crews.
W
we went 7/10ths quicker we entered a corner the car I had a blast racing with
hat a busy time than the pole position time would momentarily lurch DFM. Now, I’m working
it’s been between set by the Reid/Foster forward in acceleration, on what’s next. Asia was
my last check-in with Circuit Audi R8 three years ago on which tore up our front tyres looking good until the latest
Breaker! NIERDC's last visit there... on entry, then spat us into COVID spike has scuppered
Since the last issue we’ve ...and yet, such is the oversteer and wheelspin on that calendar yet again, so
had a quickfire run of three blistering pace of the the corner exit. I’m pushing hard on opps
racing events at Hampton unregulated GT3 cars at the Sure enough, our tyres were to do some GT racing in
Downs, Taupo and Pukekohe front of the field today, this toast after only half an hour Australia as well as a last-
in the DFM Audi V8, scoring was only good enough for of the race and we had to minute ride in the South
two victories and hassling 7th on the grid! box the car for running Island Endurance Series.
the GT3-spec cars in the It was a small win for us repairs to fix the throttle blip If the latter comes off, I’m
top-class with our home- in the DFM pit garage, issue. sure I’ll see some of you
built Kiwi machine. highlighting our continued Seeking redemption once there at the Ruapuna Park
Starting with Hampton progress with NZ's fastest again, we turned our focus round in Christchurch.
Downs - which of course 'home build', but nothing to Pukekohe and, low and Until next time!
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