http:// 2013-03-21T02:06:20Z 2013-03-21T02:06:20Z new-pro-val-waterproof-boot-covers

RCR International announce its latest addition to their shoe and boot cover range, the CPE Boot Cover. It is made from cast polyethylene providing the wearer with waterproof protection. A more generous size boot cover to fit larger shoes and boots, with plastic ties at the ankle for a snug fit. The sole is double layered for added abrasions resistance.A great alternative to the Gloshie shoe cover where added coverage and waterproof protection is required.Features:* Waterproof* Generous size, easy to put on* Plastic ties for ankle* Elastic at top* Double layered on sole for added abrasion resistance* One size fits all* Cast polyethylene* WhiteUses include:* Nurses, medical staff* Laboratories* Protection for floors, carpets, tiles against dirt and grim* Food manufacturing and processing* General industry* Maintenance/cleaning* Pharamceutical

2013-02-05T05:02:50Z february-special-25-off-selected-gloves-purchased-online-www-pro-val-com-au

The Grabbit is a general purpose polycotton glove with a crinkled rubber palm and thumb for a wide range of uses requiring excellent grip, combined with good wear characteristics. Perfect for working in the garden and landscaping jobs.The Tiger gloves is a fluoro yellow nylon glove offering outstanding grip, dexterity and feel. Made from premium grade nylon with latex crinkle finish palm. The high quality nylon used in producing these gloves is extremely breathable and lightweight, keeping hands cooler with less perspiration and fatigue when worn for long periods of time.The Traction is a blue unlined rubber glove providing excellent grip for the wearer. The Traction is lightweight and soft with excellent dexterity. Blue in colour they are perfect for use within the food processing industry, such as fisheries, meat and poultry works.Place your orders today www.pro-val.com.au

2012-09-12T01:28:35Z show-your-colleagues-in-the-pay-office-some-love-this-week

Many of us don't give payroll a second thought - that is until something goes wrong somewhere and we get paid incorrectly, but for the large part all we are concerned with - is how we are going to spend it come pay day. This week, it's National Payroll Week (NPW) in New Zealand, which aims to raise awareness of the importance of the payroll function within a business and how our colleagues in the Pay Office manage to get our wages processed on time, every pay run. Regardless of company size or industry, payroll professionals are tasked with managing one of the largest costs a business has (labour costs), ensuring all legislative requirements are being met and keeping up with any changes, developing processes to ensure we are paid on time and correctly, as well as providing a wealth of employee information for the business to use in effectively managing its employees. As part of the NPW festivities, the New Zealand Payroll Practitioners’ Association (NZPPA) in and HAYS Recruitment, are hosting a number of free* breakfast briefing sessions in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Each session will have three speakers and morning tea available while giving attendees the opportunity to network with industry peers. In addition, NZPPA are distributing posters and postcards which promote the payroll profession to organizations all over New Zealand, they are also running a “Best Payroll Team” photo competition with $500 in prize money on offer. Organisations are encouraged to get involved in NPW by hosting their own morning tea or lunch with their payroll team, or simply just take the time this week to drop by the Pay Office and thank your payroll person for a job well done! Mitrefinch, leading providers of Workforce Management and Time Tracking solutions, are once again pleased to support NPW and the NZPPA. Jamie Fitzsimons, Mitrefinch Marketing Manager said, “During National Payroll Week we are delighted to acknowledge the important role that payroll personnel play in every business.”“We enjoy working closely with the payroll community to develop user-friendly time and attendance systems, that help automate payroll processing, and ensure compliance with entitlements, ultimately making life in the pay office a little easier.” For more information on National Payroll Week please visit the NZPPA website. *Free for NZPPA members, for non-members a $12 fee will be payable.

2012-09-05T04:16:16Z new-traction-rubber-glove

We are pleased to announce the latest addition to our rubber glove range, the Traction glove. It is a blue unlined rubber glove offering outstanding grip for the wearer in wet or dry conditions. The Traction is lightweight and soft with excellent dexterity.Blue in colour they are perfect for use within the food processing industry, such as fisheries, meat and poultry works. The Traction glove is compatiable with our internal liners Poly C, Interlox and Thermaliner for added warmth and comfort.Features- Rubber- Unlined- Glove length 29cm- Thickness 0.35mm- Ultimate grip in wet or dry conditions- Lightweight- Silicon free - food, paint and electronics friendly- Soft, flexible and increased dexterity- Reusable- Conforms to European Council Directive 89/636EEC relating to (complex design) Personal Protective Equipment after assessment againsts Standards EN 374, EN 388 and EN 420:2003Uses include- Food manufacturing and processing lines, canneries, fisheries, meat works, poultry works- Commercial kitchens and laundries- Hospitality- General manufacturing- Hospital kitchens and cleaning applications 

2012-08-02T00:22:37Z winter-warmer-special-on-pro-val-freezer-pants-and-jackets

Winter has arrived and for those working outdoors, cold and icy working conditions are inevitable. Pro-Val stock a range of freezer jackets, pants, gloves and beanies that will keep you warm and protected in the colder months. So if you are a tradesman working outdoors or an engineer working on the wharves we have the protection you need. The Pro-Val freezer jackets and pants have been tested to and passed EN342:2004 protection against cold and freezing temperatures. They are manufactured to meet AS/NZS 4602:1999 High visibility safety garments and are made from 100% nylon fabric with tough, water resistant outer shell and polyester fibrefill insulation. The lining is taffeta and the knitted nylon collar and cuffs lock in body warmth and exclude cold air. Top and bottom leg zips on the pants ensure garments are easy to put on and take off. The garments have a variety of utility pockets as well as insulated hand pockets and fluorescent safety panels for visibility on front and back.Pro-Val are currently offering free shipping to anywhere in Australia when you purchase any items from our freezer pants and jackets range. The Pro-Val beanie is a very comfortable fit, made from 3M Thinsulate for added warmth without the bulk. The thinsulate lining is 65% polyolefin and 35% polyester with a wool / acrylic outer. The Pro-Val Coldie glove is a polycotton glove, with brushed fleece lining to keep your hands warm. The latex crinkle finish on thepalm is textured for firm wet and dry grip with a rubber protected thumb, providing great dexterity is uniquely retained whilst providing snug warmth. The gloves are reusable and washable. The Thermalineris ideal when worn as an under glove for added warmth and comfort in cold working environments. Brush lined for extra warmth and good dexterity when worn as an under glove, this glove is also reusable and washable.

2012-07-30T00:16:40Z the-best-wire-fencing-and-boarder-protection-available-in-australia

You need to be able to rely on your fence or barrier, whether it is meant to protect or keep something in or make sure something stays out. Welded wire mesh is known to be a great fencing solution for a number of different fencing and protective boundary purposes. Whether you are looking to cage a bird or animal (especially reptiles), protect a stained glass window or keep rodents and other critters out of a select area; welded wire mesh is a reliable barrier solution and Aviary Wire Mesh is the trusted provider throughout Australia. Aviary Wire Mesh offers a wide range of quality mesh wire at factory direct prices. Located in Brisbane, they offer fast delivery services throughout all of Australia. Specialising in snake and vermin proofing as well as reptile, bird and animal enclosures you can rely on Aviary Wire Mesh to provide you with the best fencing solutions that give you the security you need. If you are looking for a barrier that doesn’t take away from viewing, Aviary Wire Mesh has a unique range of black PVC mesh which provides an enhanced viewing experience, which is ideal for enclosures such as bird or reptile cages. There are few other fencing solutions that provide such strong protection with such a soft, unobtrusive presence. Its soft less-abrasive finish also helps to protect bird’s feathers for such enclosures. Customers are also using it over other forms of wire fencing (eg. chain wire mesh) to stop youngsters climbing or putting their hands through to where they shouldn’t be – extra protection without interfering with the view. This UV stabilised PVC is coated over standard hot dip galvanised welded wire and is known for having a long lifespan. From black PVC mesh to standard wire mesh all of Aviary Wire Mesh’s products are hot dip galvanised after welding, which increases the life span as well as ensures it meets the Australian Standard AS2423. During the galvanisation process all wire products are thoroughly inspected to ensure it complies with Aviary Wire Mesh’s high standards and specifications. All rolls are routinely checked to ensure they come out straight and flat which is very helpful when installing it. Aviary Wire Mesh provides wire mesh of many sizes including 600, 900, 1200 and 1800 mm available in 10, 20 and 30 metre lengths to suit a wide variety of fencing purposes. The increasing range of quality products is within itself reason to take a second glance at this company, but throw in the attractive prices and friendly helpful service and you’ve got a solid deal. For any questions regarding enclosures, fencing or barrier protection needs, the friendly specialists at Aviary Wire Mesh are known for providing thoughtful information to inform you of your best solution.

2012-05-14T00:06:31Z rcr-international-launches-new-website

RCR International is proud to launch our new online store for the Pro-Val range of safety products!To celebrate the launch we are offering all customers15% off all orders placed in the first week. Valid: Monday 14th May - Sunday 20th May 212www.rcr.com.auWith a new, clean and fresh design we are also offering a number of improvements to enhance your experience with us:* Free delivery on all orders over $500* PayPal payments are now accepted for all online orders* New 1300 number so you dont pay any STD charges when you call us - 1300 727 535* Embedded PDF catalogue so you can view our full catalogue without having to download the whole file to your computer* New and improved glove chemical resistance table* Social media tools to allow you to easily share products and resources with your Facebook friends and Twitter followers* 'Save for later'option so you can easily find products you were interested in at a later date, or easily reorder products you use regularlyUnfortunately for existing customers, we haven't been able to transfer your account information across to the new website, so you will need to create a new account. If you need any information on your previous orders, please contact our friendly Customer Service team.

2012-03-12T23:40:12Z state-s-flood-crisis-demands-rethink-of-water-infrastructure-reinsw

State’s flood crisis demands rethink of water infrastructure Water policy must protect regional communities in flood and drought –REINSW 12 March 2012 The state’s peak real estate body is calling for an urgent rethink of water infrastructure needs and planning, as the cost of the state’s flood crisis continues to be counted. The REINSW says the same communities which will be devastated by cuts to water allocations are now suffering in times of flood because of the same fundamental problem – an absence of necessary water infrastructure. “As we see floodwaters sweeping towns across NSW, it is hard to ignore the fact that much needed and valuable water is being lost because of a lack of infrastructure”, said REINSW President Christian Payne. “Further, the uncontrolled flows of flood are devastating communities many of which are the same places set to suffer under long-term cuts to water allocations when the flooding eventually eases. “The Murray-Darling Basin Plan will cause significant harm to the very same communities that are now facing one of the worst flood crisis in many years, yet when the waters recede it is likely the debate will focus again only on cutting water entitlements to farmers. “It is clear that the water debate needs to extend to look at the adequacy of the existing water storage infrastructure and what needs to be built to take advantage of high rainfall events such as this. “It is critical this takes place before this flood event is forgotten by the Federal Government and the axe returns water allocations. The REINSW would urge an immediate review of water infrastructure to ensure that enough is being done to support primary producing communities by capturing precious water resources. “Government shouldn’t be forgetting the fact that we have a lack of water in Australia simply because we have images of flooding on TV screens and in newspapers. “We should be having exactly the same debate about water allocation not just in times of drought but also in times of flood. “And that debate needs to focus not just on conserving water resources by cutting allocations but also what infrastructure is needed to better capture water in times of flood. “It is only now that we can see just how much valuable water is lost because of a lack of storage infrastructure. “Further, many regional and rural towns are unnecessarily exposed to flooding risk because additional water storage infrastructure is not used to control those flows. “Unfortunately to date, the debate on water allocations has been about what can be taken away from regional communities, not what can be given to them to support them in both times of drought and flood. “It is incumbent upon the Federal Government to look at what additional water storage and other infrastructure facilities are needed to support regional communities before they return to the same mantra of cutting water allocations to our primary producers. Please direct media enquiries to Julian Brophy on 0408 276 749.

2012-02-07T01:14:15Z new-nite-long-nitrile-examination-glove

The new Nite Long nitrile examination glove is an excellent addition to the ProVal glove range. The gloves are powder free, single use, latex free with an extra long cuff of 300mm. The Nite Long meets Australian Standard AS/NZS 4011:1997/Amdt 1.1998 and is Listed on the Register of Therapeutic Goods. A strong medical and diagnostic glove it provides an excellent barrier for emergency services where there is greater risk of puncture such as ambulance, police, fire brigade and doctors. With a broad range of chemical resistance, particularly petroleum based chemical these gloves are suitable for use in mechanical workshops, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. HACCP Australia Food Safety Certification the gloves are safe to use in food handling areas and are powder free ensuring no loose particles from the glove. The gloves have a textured surface for good grip and beaded cuff for extra strength when donning. Available in sizes Small - X Large and packaged in 100 pieces per dispenser box, 10 boxes per carton.

2011-12-06T14:11:53Z country-stars-to-shine-at-julia-creek-dirt-n-dust-festival

Iconic outback event, The Julia Creek Dirt n Dust Festival, will host two of Australia's hottest country music artists in 2012, it was announced today (Wednesday, December 7, 2011). 2011 Toyota Star Maker winner and Golden Guitar Nominee Luke Dickens and widely-praised country pop sensation and Golden Guitar winner Victoria Baillie will take the stage in a free concert on Friday, April 20 – the opening night of the three-day Festival. Dirt n Dust organiser Margie Ryder said Dickens and Baillie were exciting additions to the already chock-full program. "Every year, the Saturday night Dirt n Dust concert is a chance for Festival-goers to let their hair down, celebrate the winners of one of the world’s toughest triathlons – or perhaps their own winnings on the horses -- , and soak up the spirit of Queensland's outback," Mrs Ryder said. "Luke Dickens and Victoria Baillie embody everything that Dirt n Dust is about -- passion, hard work and the guts to go out and achieve their goals. "We are thrilled to have two of Australia's hottest country acts on board for Dirt n Dust, and expect they will help draw record crowds in 2012,”"said Mrs Ryder. If praise from industry greats such as Lee Kernaghan and Troy Cassar-Daley is anything to go by, Golden Guitar winner Victoria Baillie will wow the Dirt n Dust crowd with her fresh take on country music. "It's exciting to be involved in an event that does so much every year to promote the forgotten parts of Queensland," Baillie said"The wonders of the country are right on people's doorsteps, but are often over shadowed by coastal and overseas holidays. The Dirt n Dust Festival does a great job at reconnecting people with the outback and one another and I’m thrilled that I’ll be able to contribute in April," said Baillie. Touted 'Australia's best known shearer' and Australian Idol runner-up, Luke Dickens says the Dirt n Dust Festival is 'must' see event. "I certainly encourage people who've never experienced outback hospitality to come along to Dirt n Dust and find out what they've been missing. "I am where I am today because of a dare – sometimes a new experience can lead to unimaginable conquests," said Dickens. In addition to the free concert, Julia Creek Dirt n Dust Festival offers three days of non-stop challenges and entertainment including the Cannington Dirt n Dust Triathlon and Junior Triathlon, the Clean It Dirt n Dust Bullride sanctioned by PBR, the BHP Artesian Express Horse Race, an exclusive Red Claw luncheon, the Australia’s Best Butt Competition, novelty events such as bog snorkeling and ongoing family entertainment. The Julia Creek Dirt n Dust Festival will be held on April 20-22, 2012. For more information, please visit www.dirtndust.com. Ends#

2011-11-03T04:08:01Z mitrefinch-proud-to-support-new-zealand-s-national-payroll-week

Running from November 7th to 11th, National Payroll Week aims to raise awareness of the important role payroll plays in the everyday lives of the New Zealand workforce, economy and the wider community.Payroll is one of the most highly regulated functions within an organisation. Compliance with complex legislation, terms and conditions of employment and business policy is critical, yet despite these challenges, payroll professionals calculate employee’s pay accurately and on time, every pay run. As part of the week’s festivities, NZPPA are running a Poster Campaign which encourages payroll officers to celebrate their profession and spread the word about the important role they play within the business. In addition, NZPPA members are encouraged to write an article on “Why Payroll is a Profession”, the winning submission will become the feature article for the first issue of NZPPA’s new “Pay And You – PAY” publication. “During National Payroll Week we are delighted to acknowledge the essential role that payroll personnel play in every business”, said Jamie Fitzsimons, Mitrefinch Marketing Manager. “Payroll is an extremely important component of every worker's life. Yet, the challenges involved with processing our pay is something that many of us take for granted.” “Payroll error rates can account for up to 1.2% of total payroll costs, amounting to millions of dollars in overhead costs for many NZ businesses”, said Allan Murdoch, Mitrefinch NZ Business Development. “Having qualified payroll personnel as well as a user-friendly Time Management system to help automate payroll processing can significantly reduce error, offering huge cost savings”. Mitrefinch’s Time Management Solution, TMS, is used on a daily basis by payroll professionals, helping them automate the transfer of hours and rates to their payroll system, improving productivity and efficiency. For more information or to get involved with National Payroll Week please visit: www.nzppa.com.au

2011-10-12T06:53:47Z mitrefinch-expand-their-workforce-management-operations-in-west-australia

Established in 1979, Mitrefinch services almost 4,000 clients worldwide and some 300 organisations across Australasia, including a number of the region’s top performers in construction and engineering, manufacturing, agriculture, transport and logistics, retail, and education, as well as the corporate and public sector. “We look forward to expanding our activity in Perth and across the West Australia region, from serving our current crop of WA-based customers, to seeking out new opportunities to help other organisations better manage their workforce, reduce labour costs, and improve overall productivity," said Jamie Fitzsimons, Mitrefinch AsiaPac Marketing Manager. “In working with numerous contractors on major construction and engineering projects, such as Chevron’s Gorgon LNG project, Mitrefinch has in-depth knowledge in effectively managing remote workforces,” said Scott Linke, Mitrefinch WA Business Development Manager. “We look forward to putting these unique capabilities to work for other contractors across the WA region.” Mitrefinch Perth will now operate from 267 St Georges Terrace. For more information see http://www.mitrefinch.com.au or contact Mitrefinch direct on 1300 884 831

2011-08-30T05:03:00Z kidsafe-backs-vic-government-on-dangerous-dog-legislation

Kidsafe Backs Victorian Government Legislation on Dangerous Dogs30th August 2011The peak body on child accident prevention, Kidsafe Victoria, today backed the Victorian Government’s legislation on the registration or possible removal of dangerous dogs.Kidsafe said that the tragedy involving a fatal dog attack on a four year old child was a major wake up call about the potential dangers of dogs and young children.Melanie Water, State Manager of Kidsafe Victoria welcomed the State Government’s move to legislate quickly, to give councils greater powers and resources to destroy unregistered dangerous dogs. Ms Water said, “This places the onus back on owners to ensure their dogs are appropriately registered and provides councils with the power to follow up with those who don’t comply.”Research from the Monash University Accident Research Centre shows that in Victoria on average, one child a day is taken to hospital as a result of an injury from a dog attack.Ms Water said “Kidsafe is also supportive of tougher penalties for owners who don’t register correct breeds by the cut off date or keep their dogs fenced as per the law. Media Enquiries: Ron Smith, Corporate Media Communications – Mobile: 0417 329 201

2011-08-25T06:34:48Z mitrefinch-launch-new-time-and-attendance-referral-program-with-a-little-help-from-redballoon

SYDNEY, August 25, 2011 -From now, Mitrefinch’s growing customer base of more than 400 companies, across Australia and New Zealand, will receive RedBalloon experience vouchers for every contact they refer that becomes a Mitrefinch customer. The new program will help Mitrefinch continue to grow its client base of businesses that want to accurately manage their employee’s time and attendance information. "We recognise the value of customer referrals and are delighted to know that our users are willing to share the benefits of our automated time management solutions with their peers," said Mitrefinch Marketing Manager, Jamie Fitzsimons. "Previous referral programs were centered around product related incentives, but with our new initiative we wanted to adopt a personalised approach, rewarding clients with something exciting that they could enjoy themselves”. As such, Mitrefinch enlisted the help of the RedBalloon team to deliver the platform for running “Mitrefinch Mighty-Fine Rewards”, a customised voucher program, with a co-branded website. Customers now have the ability to use their RedBalloon vouchers to do something memorable, with over 2500 possible experiences to choose from.According to RedBalloon General Manager for Corporate Matt Geraghty, non-financial incentives and referral programs are an area of growth, with many companies realising that no matter what business they are in or what products and services they sell, highly motivated sales staff, effective incentives and positive word of mouth are key to success. “Everyone it seems, is asking how do we sell more, win more customers, strengthen our relationships, gain market share and increase productivity?” Mr Geraghty said.“That’s why we are so pleased to be working alongside Mitrefinch as they continue to build their personalised incentive program, and we are optimistic that they will see positive results in the form of new and satisfied customers.”Businesses that implement Mitrefinch’s Time Management solutions to automate attendance tracking are improving payroll accuracy, reducing labour costs, boosting the efficiency of their payroll and HR departments, generating up-to-the-minute onsite management reports, as well as benefiting from superior planning of employee schedules and jobs.For more information on how the Mitrefinch Mighty-Fine Rewards program works, check out - http://www.mitrefinch.com.au/mightyfinerewards

2011-06-08T01:57:59Z working-in-the-cold-pro-val-have-the-protection-you-need

With the Winter months upon us, those working outdoors would now be feeling the cold. If you are tradesmen working outdoors, a person working in cool rooms, cold storage environments or frozen logistics, Pro-Val has a range of gloves and freezer clothing that will keep you warm and protected. Pro-Val freezer clothing is designed to provide complete comfort and protection, in very cold and sub-zero working environments. The freezer wear available include a Jacket with detachable hood, Freezer Trousers and Beanies. The Pro-Val Coldie glove will keep your hands warm and for extra warmth and comfort the Coldie can be worn with our Thermaliner fleece liner glove. The Pro-Val freezer wear are manufactured to meet AS/NZS 4602:1999 High visibility safety garments. They are made from 100% nylon fabric with tough, water resistant outer shell and polyester fibrefill insulation. The lining is taffeta and the knitted nylon collar and cuffs lock in body warmth and exclude cold air. Top and bottom leg zips on the pants ensure garments are easy to put on and take off. The garments have a variety of utility pockets as well as insulated hand pockets and fluorescent safety panels for visibility on front and back. ThePro-Val Beanie is designed to provide complete comfort and protection, made from 3M Thinsulate for added warmth without the bulk. The beanie has thinsulate lining of 65% polyolefin / 35% polyester and has a wool / acrylic outer. The Pro-Val Coldie glove is a polycotton glove, with brushed fleece lining to keep your hands warm. The latex crinkle finish on thepalm is textured for firm wet and dry grip with a rubber protected thumb, providing great dexterity is uniquely retained whilst providing snug warmth. The gloves are reusable and washable. The Thermaliner is ideal when worn as an under glove for added warmth and comfort in cold working environments. Brush lined for extra warmth and good dexterity when worn as an under glove, this glove is also reusable and washable.