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It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member … View moreIt doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member achieve long term sobriety.

Talk to us - we can help. We are available 24/7 and we welcome guests from all over New Zealand. Confidentiality is guaranteed.

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Vote for Get Growing! You could WIN!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine … View moreCalling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply register your details once, then vote here each day until voting closes on September 4. Vote here

Auckland Harbour Bridge to balloon to 18 lanes under John Tamihere's proposal

Todd Niall Reporter from North Shore Times

Auckland's famous beach goats, Steve and Dave, love hugs

North Shore Times

North Auckland goats Steve and Dave love long walks on the beach, pats and hugs. The two giant goat…

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Auckland local body elections: DHB candidates announced

Kendall Hutt Reporter from North Shore Times

The preliminary list of candidates for district health boards across Auckland has been announced.  …

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Auckland local elections: Councillor candidates officially announced

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

The candidates for the 20 spots on New Zealand's largest council have officially been announced. On…

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Auckland local elections: Mayoral candidates officially announced

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Braids and weaves

Vongai from Birkdale

5 packs synthetic weaves, one human hair weave, 2 packs of braids.
Don't need them anymore so selling.
I'm flexible with the price

Negotiable

FOOD RECALL: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream

Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been affected? Lewis Road Creamery is recalling a specific batch of its Chocolate Ice Cream as it may contain foreign matter (metal).

Name of product: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream (470ml).
Date marking: Best Before: 11/06/2020.
Distribution: The product is sold in … View moreHave you been affected? Lewis Road Creamery is recalling a specific batch of its Chocolate Ice Cream as it may contain foreign matter (metal).

Name of product: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream (470ml).
Date marking: Best Before: 11/06/2020.
Distribution: The product is sold in supermarkets and selected retail outlets nationwide.

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund.
Click here for more safety information

Auckland police station evacuated after suspicious package brought in

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

An Auckland police station was evacuated after a member of the public took a suspicious object into …

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Words of wisdom for the weekend...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Be kind always. 💙

#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

Kauri Tracks Update

John Gillon from

Today the Kaipātiki Local Board received an update on planned track changes to protect kauri from dieback disease. We’ve managed to secure 47% of the total Auckland-wide kauri budget to be spent in the Kaipātiki area on upgrading tracks and installing cleaning stations!

Thanks to the Shore … View moreToday the Kaipātiki Local Board received an update on planned track changes to protect kauri from dieback disease. We’ve managed to secure 47% of the total Auckland-wide kauri budget to be spent in the Kaipātiki area on upgrading tracks and installing cleaning stations!

Thanks to the Shore Action team on the Local Board for advocating for this budget over the last 2 years, while also pre-emptively closing tracks to protect the kauri. A formal update will come to the Local Board’s September meeting detailing the proposed changes and their timeframes.
#VoteShoreAction #TrackUpgrades

Help secure and shape our local parks!

John Gillon from

Every park in New Zealand must have a Reserve Management Plan to be covered by the Reserves Act 1977, but many of those in the Kaipātiki Local Board area do not have one. This leaves those parks in a vulnerable state, without guidance for the future, and potentially less secure from being sold.
So… View moreEvery park in New Zealand must have a Reserve Management Plan to be covered by the Reserves Act 1977, but many of those in the Kaipātiki Local Board area do not have one. This leaves those parks in a vulnerable state, without guidance for the future, and potentially less secure from being sold.
So the Kaipātiki Local Board has initiated a "Local Parks Management Plan" to cover ALL parks in the Kaipātiki Local Board area and convert them all into reserves.

There are 3 steps in this process where you can have your say:
(1) All 700 parcels of parkland were reviewed to ensure that they were classified correctly under the Reserves Act. This was a huge job! The proposed changes are out for consultation until 30 August (see attached notice for more info).
(2) We are seeking feedback on what details should be included in the Local Parks Management Plan. This may be an idea that you have for a local park, or something existing that you want to remain. Consultation closes on 30 August.
Have your say here: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
(3) When all feedback has been collected, the draft plan will be written and put out for consultation. This is scheduled to happen early next year.

Clearway Proposed for Wairau Road, Glenfield

John Gillon from

Auckland Transport is proposing an evening clearway and No Stopping At All Times (broken yellow lines) parking restrictions on Wairau Road, between the Glenfield Rd and Hogans Rd intersections.

Changes include:
* A Clear Way between 306 and 334 Wairau Road, Monday Friday, 4pm 6.30pm. This will … View moreAuckland Transport is proposing an evening clearway and No Stopping At All Times (broken yellow lines) parking restrictions on Wairau Road, between the Glenfield Rd and Hogans Rd intersections.

Changes include:
* A Clear Way between 306 and 334 Wairau Road, Monday Friday, 4pm 6.30pm. This will allow the westbound lane to flow freely during peak times while minimising permanent parking removal.
* No Stopping At All Times parking restrictions approaching the intersection with Glenfield Road to reduce unsafe lane changing when the left turn lane is blocked by parked cars.
* No Stopping At All Times parking restrictions opposite the intersection with Ellice Road to make sure the westbound through lane is kept clear.
* Parking restrictions next to the bus stops to make sure there is enough space for buses to manoeuvre in and out of traffic safely.

From AT:
“Our proposal responds to a request from the local community to address the issue of parked cars restricting traffic movements along Wairau Road. We expect these parking changes to greatly improve the flow of traffic, particularly during the evening peak , and welcome your feedback on our proposal. While our proposal is aimed at improving traffic flow along Wairau Road, we recognise that these parking restrictions may impact people who live along the street. That is why we want to hear from you. Your community feedback will help us decide the final shape of these parking changes.”

Feedback closes Tuesday 20 August 2019.
Please submit your feedback at the below link, or comment below and I will pass it on:
at.govt.nz...

Dog Bylaw Changes from 1 November

John Gillon from

Recently The Mayor and Councillors adopted changes to the Dog Management Bylaw and Policy which take effect from 1 November 2019.
While I'm happy for dog owners, I do have concerns with the following two changes:

* Standardisation of Summer/Winter rules across Auckland:
There will now be one… View moreRecently The Mayor and Councillors adopted changes to the Dog Management Bylaw and Policy which take effect from 1 November 2019.
While I'm happy for dog owners, I do have concerns with the following two changes:

* Standardisation of Summer/Winter rules across Auckland:
There will now be one time period applied to most beaches over the Summer period - dogs will now be allowed on beaches after 5pm (the proposal was 7pm and most North Shore beaches are currently 6pm or 6:30pm). The new dates for the Summer period are 1 December until 1 March.
However, not only does this change strip the ability of Local Boards to reflect their community's views on local beach times, but it went against 59% of submitters (and most Local Boards) who wanted to retain local variation in times (only 34% of submitters wanted a regional rule).

* The new default rule for parks is on-leash:
In theory nothing should change, as the default rule only applies to parks NOT listed in the new "schedule 2" list that should include every park that is currently off-leash. However I've found that there are still errors and omissions in the Kaipatiki list, such as the "Bayview Community Centre​ and Creche" being listed as an off-leash area(!), Elliott Reserve referred to as "Kellaway Reserve" (which is in Dannemora), and the roads "Cobblestone Lane" and "Fernwood Grove" being listed as off-leash, instead of the parks "Cobblestone Lane Reserve" and "Fernwood Grove Reserve".
This rule would have been better to leave as it was, with off-leash the default and listing on-leash areas.

To accommodate the above changes to the dog rules, $1 million has been earmarked for new park signs or changes to existing signs.

For more information on the changes to the rules:
* OurAuckland: ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
* Stuff.co.nz: www.stuff.co.nz...
* NZ Herald: www.nzherald.co.nz...