Beach Haven, Auckland

Rotary Annual Charity Book Fair - Northcote College

Bob from Northcote

Wow it was all happening today at Northcote College with the unloading of over 700 cartons of donated books through the great efforts of the East Coast Bays Rugby Club. Thanks Guys!
This week members of Rotary Kaipatiki, with the help from other volunteers, including Rotarians from other Clubs, … View moreWow it was all happening today at Northcote College with the unloading of over 700 cartons of donated books through the great efforts of the East Coast Bays Rugby Club. Thanks Guys!
This week members of Rotary Kaipatiki, with the help from other volunteers, including Rotarians from other Clubs, will be setting up the books for our sale starting next Friday 29 September, at 11.00am, and running through to Sunday until 3.00 pm. Note that there will be a $10 entry fee into the hall, for the first hour on Friday only, and free entry after that. There is no fee for the entry to the budget and children's sections in the class rooms.

NZ's best honesty boxes and roadside stalls

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could … View moreHi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could share it's location and what makes it a standout. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article. You're also very welcome to email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz
Thank you for taking the time to share.

Fundraising fair and fun squid game admissions

Chungseung from Birkdale

When you got this an admission, you can have a cup of drink of $2, a dish of korean food of $10, and an admission for Korean friendly fun games so call squid games and art gallary.
Venue: 59 View Rd Wairau Valley Glenfield Northshore
Time: 11 A.M. to 1P.M on 30th Sep

Price: $15

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Boot Camp - Tui Park, Beach Haven

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Kaipatiki Road - Changes to the one-way section from Thursday 28 September:

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Kaipatiki Road - Changes to the one-way section from Thursday 28 September:
As part of the Kahika Wastewater Upgrade Project, contractors will be repairing two slips along the roadside that occurred during the storms earlier this year. CB Civil will replace a damaged section of stormwater pipe and… View moreKaipatiki Road - Changes to the one-way section from Thursday 28 September:
As part of the Kahika Wastewater Upgrade Project, contractors will be repairing two slips along the roadside that occurred during the storms earlier this year. CB Civil will replace a damaged section of stormwater pipe and construct a retaining wall for Auckland Council. At the same time Fulton Hogan will construct another retaining wall for Auckland Transport.
This work will take approximately 10 weeks and during this time, the one-way portion of Kaipatiki Road will change direction.
Also the one-way section will extend into Easton Park Parade, so no traffic will be able to go up Easton Park Parade from Kaipatiki Rd. See the attached map for how traffic will be affected from 28 September.
The next stage after this will be to go past the Stanley Rd/Kaipatiki Rd roundabout.

• Work hours are typically from 7:00am to 5:00pm on Monday to Friday with potential work on Saturdays.
• Vehicles will only be allowed to drive downhill on Easton Park Parade past the road closure. Uphill traffic will be detoured up Kaipatiki Road.
• Signage will indicate the work zones and any closed lanes/routes.

For property owners on Easton Park Parade:
• Every effort will be made to minimise noise and vibrations and ensure that they are within the permitted levels.
• Driveway access will be disrupted to some properties as the works proceed past them. Watercare will be in communication with affected properties before any work commences and arrange alternative parking.
• You will ALWAYS have pedestrian and wheel chair access to your property - only vehicle access is affected.

For more information on the project, see: www.watercare.co.nz...

Dining table and chairs

Christine from Birkdale

Vintage style, oak , good condition, extendable.
Ph Terry 0223504289 Birkdale

Price: $150

SPCA's half-price dog adoption week starts tomorrow!

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

From tomorrow, 23 September, we will be offering 50% off adoption fees on canines in all of our centres nationwide - but only until 1 October!

If you've been thinking about adopting a puppy or dog from SPCA, now is the perfect time. We have hundreds of beautiful BFFs-to-be in our care right… View moreFrom tomorrow, 23 September, we will be offering 50% off adoption fees on canines in all of our centres nationwide - but only until 1 October!

If you've been thinking about adopting a puppy or dog from SPCA, now is the perfect time. We have hundreds of beautiful BFFs-to-be in our care right now, all patiently waiting for their forever home.

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Bright new start

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Lighten and brighten a dull, old wooden floor with Resene Colorwood Whitewash.

Find out how to get the whitewashed look in your home with this easy project.

Michelle's garden and the pigeonwood seedling among the weeds

Jenny from

Our client Michelle has a large front garden with several large exotic trees, and numerous smaller native trees. Michelle loves walking in the local bush, and dreamed of enjoying some of that ambience in her own large garden.

Once she learned it was possible, Michelle became keen to create a … View moreOur client Michelle has a large front garden with several large exotic trees, and numerous smaller native trees. Michelle loves walking in the local bush, and dreamed of enjoying some of that ambience in her own large garden.

Once she learned it was possible, Michelle became keen to create a shady little bush-walk by converting the lawn and weedy borders of an unused part of her own large garden to a mostly-wild native plant community, solely by weeding, protecting the weeded ground from trampling and desiccation, and nurturing the wild native seedlings that would arise.

One day it may have wild pigeonwoods ...see our website for more about Michelle's garden, with photos of the pigeonwood seedlings found this week among the weeds.

Summer Vibes 8 week Challenge

Zac from 33 Gym and Hoops

Hello Neighbours! A hint of summer is definitely in the air, and there's no better time to kick start your health routine and tune up your body to make the most of the long summer days ahead! If this sounds like just what you need, get in touch with our awesome trainer Alex on … View moreHello Neighbours! A hint of summer is definitely in the air, and there's no better time to kick start your health routine and tune up your body to make the most of the long summer days ahead! If this sounds like just what you need, get in touch with our awesome trainer Alex on alexerciseandnutrition@gmail.com for more info (limited spots available).

Have you got a favourite family recipe for strawberries?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of… View moreDear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of NZ Gardener.

Christmas Craft Class

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

Be more sustainable at Christmas and get creating! Santa bag, crackers, crowns and more. Only $10.00 per class.