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September 2009
PRINTNZ SURVEY - it is not too late to send it back
Returns
are still being input so if you have not yet filled yours out please take
the time to do so and return it. The more input we have the better
the results will be.
The
information is guaranteed to be kept confidential with all data being
externally input and only consolidated information returned to PrintNZ.
REMEMBER,
THIS IS YOUR SURVEY - THE REPORT PRODUCED IS ONLY AS GOOD AS THE INPUT WE
RECEIVE, SO PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO PARTICIPATE.
If you
need another form or have any queries regarding the questions please
contact me on 027 2489404 or email me.
What
Do Your Customers Think About Print?
As
part of the ongoing objective to raise the profile of print, PrintNZ has
conducted external research into the peceptions
of print. This research has included stakeholders in the industry,
print buyers/Government/corporate buyers and consumers.
We are
holding a series of seminars in each of the regions to put the results of
this research in front of you and discuss how this information can be used
to help the industry raise awareness of how effective and efficient print
is as a communication tool.
In
addition these meetings will talk about the recently approved changes to
the Pride In Print Awards programme for 2010. Come along and find out
what's changed and how it will benefit the Awards programme and the
industry as a whole.
The
schedule is as follows:
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No.
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Location
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Date
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Time
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Venue
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1
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Dunedin
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Thu 17 September
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5.00 – 6.30 pm
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Cargills
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2
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Auckland
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Mon 21 September
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5.30 – 7.00 pm
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Institute of Chartered
Accountants,
Remuera
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3
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Tauranga
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Tues 29 September
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5.00 – 6.30 pm
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Macys Motor Inn
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4
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Hamilton
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Tues 6 October
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12 noon – 1.30 pm
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TeRapa Racecourse
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5
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Christchurch*
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Wed 7 October
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5.30 – 8.30 pm
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The Christchurch Press*
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6
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Wellington
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Wed 21 October
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5.00 – 6.30 pm
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PrintNZ Offices
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7
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Palmerston North
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Tue 10 November
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6.00 – 7.30 pm
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TBA
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8
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New Plymouth
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Mon 16 November
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4.30 – 6.00 pm
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Plymouth International
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9
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Whangarei
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Mon 23 November
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5.00 – 6.30 pm
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Dickens Inn
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10
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Nelson
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Thu 26 November
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5.00 – 6.30 pm
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Chamber of Commerce
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Click here to download a registration form.
CONGRATULATIONS
TO OUR AWARD WINNING APPRENTICES
Congratulations
to two of our young apprentices who have won international awards in the
last two weeks. This is an outstanding achievement for everyone - the
apprentices themselves, the companies that have trained them, and our
industry.
Canterbury
Printer wins Medal of Excellence at WorldSkills
Royce
Richards from Rainbow Print Group has brought home a Medal of Excellence
from the WorldSkills competition held in Calgary
last week. This is an international competition that saw 960
competitors from 49 countries compete across a wide range of trade based
skills. Royce's medal puts him in the top 25% of competitors across all
trades and is a huge achievement.
Grant Letfus travelled to Canada with Royce as a
judge. Grant said "it was a challenging international
competition with extremely high standards and Royce was well deserving of
his medal. His printing was simply brilliant."
Royce has
been preparing for the event since he won the New Zealand competition last
year. As well as going about his normal duties at Rainbow Print Group
he has spent time refining his skills in the other areas they are tested on
including ink mixing, guillotining and using a densitometer. Our
thanks go to all the people that have been involved in Royce's training,
particularly Heidelberg and Logick Graphics for
their added assistance.
Royce
was able to travel up to Canada thanks to the very generous sponsorship of
BJ Ball Papers and Trust4Skills.
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Waikato Printer wins
Trans-Tasman Flexo Apprentice of the Year Award
Jeremy Hancock of Convex Plastics in Hamilton was named ANZFTA
(flexographic) Apprentice of the Year on 31
August.
Jeremy was nominated for the Australia New Zealand Flexographic Technical Assn award by PrintNZ Training
after completing his apprenticeship in August 2008. Jeremy achieved
"excellent" passes for most of his assignments and has shown a
strong commitment and enthusiasm for his training.
Jeremy was up against three Aussie finalists, who all had to write
to the judges saying why they should win and then attend an interview for
the award. Jeremy is the third Kiwi to have won over recent years.
His prize is a trip to America to the Flexographic
Technical Association Forum next year. He will also return to Sydney for
next year's ANZFTA forum to deliver a report on
his trip.
Rules
Change for Use of Mobile Phones in Vehicles
From 1 November it will be illegal to talk on a hand held mobile phone
while driving a vehicle. Businesses will need to consider how this
affects their employees that are on the road, and either provide
hands free kits or ban their use while driving. It will also be
important to put policies in place to ensure that your staff understand the
restrictions, will abide by the policy and will be personally responsible
for the consequences if they breach the legislation. Please talk
to me, Heather or Glenda if you have any questions about this.
Equipment
for Sale
Following the closure of a plant in Hamilton, the following small offset
equipment is for sale:
Good starter offset start up for copy shops or
update for other small offset operators.
CTP System Mitsubishi SDP Eco, with RIP
Windows Server and software, all ready to plug into your Ethernet network.
Installed in 2002, this great unit produces Silver Master type plates
direct from whatever software you are using, as easily as printing a proof.
Low costs - average under $4 a plate in materials/chemicals. $17,500 + GST
Heidelberg
QM46-2. Installed in 1996, this machine has done
22 million impressions most by one operator. Has been maintained by Heidelberg,
and was running well as our main production press. Plate punch included.
$9000 +GST
Ryobi 3300CR. Crestline damping version
of this portrait format SRA3 press, Single colour. Great registration with registration table.
Plate punch included. Installed August 1997, it has been a backup press for
the last 5 years so is lightly used. $3000 + GST
Buy the lot and left over ink,
shelving, and paper worth $1000's to replace can be included at no extra
cost. Building needs to be cleared.
Phone Steve on 027 291 3495
Available
for Work
#1 -
Looking for an apprenticeship - Auckland
Jackson Wilmott is looking to take up an
apprenticeship in our industry. He has had a small amount of exposure
to the industry and understands what we do, so is keen to take up an
apprenticeship. You can read his CV here or contact him on 521 8599 or 021 339675.
#2
Wayne Daverne, ex Operations Manager from Soar
Printing is available on a part time basis to work in the industry.
Wayne has a wealth of experience in the operations and management of
printing companies. If you can use Wayne's services you can contact
him on 021 666 673.
#3
Malcolm Wells has 29 years experience as a printer in the industry and is
looking for work. He currently lives in Auckland but is happy to
relocate. You can read his CV here or call him on 09 425 4188 or 021 0266 6646.
#4
Leighton Hill is an offset printer based in Auckland looking for
work. You can read his CV here or call him on 09 4260830 or 021 02290053
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