Beach Haven, Auckland

Get your curtains cleaned up this winter

The Team from

Do your curtains need a refresh this winter? Winter may not seem like the best time to clean your curtains and blinds. However, it is the time when you most need them to be clean and mildew free.

Drawing them closed to keep you cosy can send mildew and mould spores into the atmosphere to be … View moreDo your curtains need a refresh this winter? Winter may not seem like the best time to clean your curtains and blinds. However, it is the time when you most need them to be clean and mildew free.

Drawing them closed to keep you cosy can send mildew and mould spores into the atmosphere to be breathed in by you and your family. Textile Curtain Cleaning performs expert mildew removal from your curtains.

Textile Curtain Cleaning has you completely covered. Our experienced curtain and drape cleaning team know exactly how to remove ugly stains, blemishes and marks from your window furnishings.

We are located in Wairau Park, Glenfield. We have been cleaning curtains for Aucklanders for over 20 years so come and see us at 5A Kaimahi Road, Wairau Park or visit our website.

For the best fabric curtain and blind cleaning in Auckland, please contact us to obtain your free quote.

Open Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm
Call us 09 473 5350 Find out more

Sunday Open Day

SCRATCHPAD Northcote

This Year - "Learn to Code" ! 💻

Make a start by registering for our Free Open Day and get exposed to the fascinating world of Coding and Robotics. Anyone from the age of 5-18 can attend.

Every Sunday at 2:00 pm, SCRATCHPAD invites you to attend a free Open Day where you get to write … View moreThis Year - "Learn to Code" ! 💻

Make a start by registering for our Free Open Day and get exposed to the fascinating world of Coding and Robotics. Anyone from the age of 5-18 can attend.

Every Sunday at 2:00 pm, SCRATCHPAD invites you to attend a free Open Day where you get to write your first program or if you have some experience then try that next level of coding. The event begins at 2:00pm and we encourage parents to also try their hands at coding, if the event is not full (which rarely happens).

Registration is essential to secure a spot. You can do this by calling our Northcote Centre on (09) 815 0825 or following our website.

scratchpad.co.nz...

We hope to see all of you there!

#codingforkids #robotics #Technology #Northcote #minecraft #roblox #afterschool

Have you ever come across the carcass of an animal on the beach?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours. Two pig carcasses with their stomachs cut open and meat removed were found on Little Manly beach on Friday morning. Have you ever come across the carcass of an animal on the beach? Did you report it to Auckland Council? Please put NFP in your post if it is not for publication.

Do you work from a cafe or co-working space?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, recent research has found workers want flexibility but also human interaction. People who work in cafes or co-working spaces say they offer the best of both worlds. Do you work remotely? If you do, why do you do it and where are your favourite places to work? Share your experiences … View moreHi neighbours, recent research has found workers want flexibility but also human interaction. People who work in cafes or co-working spaces say they offer the best of both worlds. Do you work remotely? If you do, why do you do it and where are your favourite places to work? Share your experiences in the comments. Please write NP if you do not want your comment published.

Freedom camping: Decision not to recommend the activity at Little Shoal Bay 'a win for local democracy'

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Residents of a seaside suburb have thwarted the council's plans to turn its waterfront car park into…

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Freedom Camping Newsflash 2: Roads

John Gillon from

Freedom Camping to be allowed on all roads, if councillors approve the revised Freedom Camping Bylaw.
The Freedom Camping hearing panel deliberations continued today, and legal opinion is that they are unable to include a "General Rule" to restrict freedom camping from all roads and … View moreFreedom Camping to be allowed on all roads, if councillors approve the revised Freedom Camping Bylaw.
The Freedom Camping hearing panel deliberations continued today, and legal opinion is that they are unable to include a "General Rule" to restrict freedom camping from all roads and other areas not specifically mentioned in the proposed bylaw. This is because the Regulatory Committee chose to exclude it from the public consultation process. In order to include it, they would need to go out for public consultation again, which would not likley happen until next year.
The implication of this is that if councillors adopt the Freedom Camping Bylaw as recommended by the Hearing Panel, any area not specified by the bylaw, or does not already have parking restrictions (such as broken yellow lines), will be opened up to freedom camping.
One exception to the above in the Kaipatiki area is a few streets around Onepoto Domain, as a large number of submitters asked for the park prohibition to be extended to nearby roads.

Freedom Camping Newsflash 1: Little Shoal Bay

John Gillon from

The Freedom Camping Bylaw Hearing Panel have decided to change the recommendation for the Dudding Sportsfield carpark at Little Shoal Bay from Allowed to Prohibited! This is a fantastic win for the community who submitted overwhelmingly to prohibit freedom camping due to a range of concerns … View moreThe Freedom Camping Bylaw Hearing Panel have decided to change the recommendation for the Dudding Sportsfield carpark at Little Shoal Bay from Allowed to Prohibited! This is a fantastic win for the community who submitted overwhelmingly to prohibit freedom camping due to a range of concerns including the regular flooding of the site.
HOWEVER one of the members of the hearing panel, Tau Henere, walked out on the hearing process after stating that he had changed his mind on freedom camping in general and was now opposed to it! He then took offence to a comment from Chair Linda Cooper that he'd supported freedom camping while in government. The hearing deliberation process continued without him.

Takapuna, meet your Rugby World Cup ball delivery kid

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Nathan Tofilau, 12, has won a DHL Express competition to deliver the match ball to the Italy vs New Zealand game at the Rugby World Cup in Japan in October. Nathan was "over the moon" when rugby legend Sir John Kirwan rocked up at his house in Takapuna to deliver the news. Nathan explains… View moreNathan Tofilau, 12, has won a DHL Express competition to deliver the match ball to the Italy vs New Zealand game at the Rugby World Cup in Japan in October. Nathan was "over the moon" when rugby legend Sir John Kirwan rocked up at his house in Takapuna to deliver the news. Nathan explains the moment he found out he'd won the competition in this video by visual journalist Chris McKeen.

Waiheke Island ferry stoush: Fullers promises more transparency

Mandy Te Reporter from North Shore Times

A company that runs a "lifeline" ferry service is promising better transparency after a series of co…

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Tau Henare storms out of Auckland Council hearing on freedom camping

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Did you know the public was not told about a long-term solution for congestion at Onewa Rd?

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Auckland Transport did not include a long-term option during public consultation about improvements to Birkenhead Avenue.

The current proposal would see the T3 lane end before Onewa Rd causing the traffic to merge before the intersection - the long-term solution would see the T3 lane take the … View moreAuckland Transport did not include a long-term option during public consultation about improvements to Birkenhead Avenue.

The current proposal would see the T3 lane end before Onewa Rd causing the traffic to merge before the intersection - the long-term solution would see the T3 lane take the corner.

Let us know your thoughts on this. Please type NFP below your comment if you do not wish it to be published.

Did you know Queen's Birthday Weekend is one of the busiest times to be on our roads? 🚗

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Last year alone, 427 serious injuries claims were made to ACC because of crashes and driving incidents over this long weekend.

Let's make sure we all arrive alive to where we need to go by following these four simple and proven road safety actions:

- Make sure everyone has their seatbelts on… View moreLast year alone, 427 serious injuries claims were made to ACC because of crashes and driving incidents over this long weekend.

Let's make sure we all arrive alive to where we need to go by following these four simple and proven road safety actions:

- Make sure everyone has their seatbelts on
- Remove distractions and stay focused on driving
- Don’t get behind the wheel if you’ve been drinking or are tired
- Drive at a safe speed for the conditions

With severe and changeable weather forecast for across the country the following winter driving tips are equally important as well.

The only way we can reduce unnecessary road deaths and injuries is by working together to be safe, considerate and alert on the roads. If you spot dangerous driving behaviour or urgent but not life threatening driving incidents you can report it to the New Zealand Police by calling *555 for free from any mobile device.

Have a great long weekend!

Auckland mums facing backlash for formula feeding babies in hospitals

Danielle Clent Reporter from North Shore Times

This month's special!

The Team from The Gateau House Albany

Operating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
Sun & Public … View moreOperating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
Sun & Public holiday | 11am - 7pm

Call us: (09) 274 7744
Visit us at Unit E, 7 Triton Drive, Rosedale Grab a treat

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