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2625 days ago

Park friends call on local board to speed up remedial work

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Land slips in East Auckland's Mangemangeroa Reserve have locals and nature-lovers worried about safety in the premier public park. In a deputation to the Howick Local Board, the Friends of Mangemangeroa presented their concerns about the Somerville park which included a lack of on-going … View moreLand slips in East Auckland's Mangemangeroa Reserve have locals and nature-lovers worried about safety in the premier public park. In a deputation to the Howick Local Board, the Friends of Mangemangeroa presented their concerns about the Somerville park which included a lack of on-going maintenance by the Auckland Council.

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2625 days ago

Our native trees need your help

Ministry for Primary Industries

Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New … View more
Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New Zealand – sightings have been reported in Kerikeri in Northland, Waitara in Taranaki and Te Kuiti in Waikato.

If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Please take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.

To find out more about the invasive Myrtle rust fungus please visit www.mpi.govt.nz/myrtlerust
Find out more

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2625 days ago

Waypoint in East Tamaki target of robbery

Reporter Eastern Courier

Police are seeking information about an armed hold-up at The Waypoint restaurant and bar in East Tamaki, Auckland. The frightening incident happened just after 2pm on Sunday, May 21.

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2625 days ago

Beat the traffic

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Did you know a motorway transports fewer than 2500 people per hour? A rail line can transport 10 times as many. Find out AT’s plan to keep Auckland moving.

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2630 days ago

Doubles passes up for grabs to Eagles tribute concert

Phil / PJ Taylor Reporter from Eastern Courier

The Ultimate Eagles, promoted as the world's greatest tribute show to the North American group, is touring this country next month and the Eastern Courier has two double passes for readers to win! The two pairs of tickets are for the Ultimate Eagles show at the Auckland Town Hall on Saturday, … View moreThe Ultimate Eagles, promoted as the world's greatest tribute show to the North American group, is touring this country next month and the Eastern Courier has two double passes for readers to win! The two pairs of tickets are for the Ultimate Eagles show at the Auckland Town Hall on Saturday, June 17.

To enter the draw for the two double passes email ec@snl.co.nz with Eagles in the subject line and your name, address and contact phone number, by 5pm on Friday, May 26.

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2625 days ago

Light Rail for Auckland

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

AT plans to introduce light rail to Auckland as a way to relieve traffic congestion and get more people around Auckland quickly.

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2626 days ago

Floods are causing headaches and erosion

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

East Auckland's Bucklands Beach has long been popular with swimmers, anglers and seafarers.
But much to the dismay of locals, due to man's influences, the northern half of Little Bucklands Beach is unusable and Big Bucklands Beach is under threat of erosion.

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2626 days ago

Great teaching in your community

Teach NZ

The Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people. This year, 14 finalists from across New Zealand have been recognised for their outstanding achievements – … View moreThe Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people. This year, 14 finalists from across New Zealand have been recognised for their outstanding achievements – including Auckland Kindergarten Association, Manurewa Intermediate School and Waitakere College. Please join us in congratulating them, and find out about their achievements here. Find out more

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2627 days ago

Old Moore Street loos to be replaced

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Following an eight-year wait, Howickians will be relieved to know they'll be able to access new public toilets in Moore Street in the near future. Construction work for the new toilets is scheduled to begin next week and is expected to take more than a month.

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2627 days ago

The only BA you can study by distance.

Massey University

Learning can happen anywhere. Enrol in a Bachelor of Arts at Massey – the only BA you can study from wherever you are. With 26 majors on offer you can study what you’re passionate about, while gaining valuable knowledge that will serve you now and in the future. Semester 2 starts July. Learn more

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2629 days ago

Police inquiry into attempted child abduction in East Auckland

Reporter Eastern Courier

Police are investigating after two men reportedly chased an East Auckland student on her way home from school.
The incident occurred around 3.20pm on Thursday, May 18, as the Somerville Intermediate School student was walking home along Meadowland Drive, near Howick.

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2628 days ago

The Big Sleepout 2017

Phil Goff from Phil Goff

I'm doing the Lifewise Big Sleepout out again this year. Mental health issues, addictions, domestic abuse, family breakdowns, and death of loves ones can leave people - especially young people - homeless and without support or hope. I am only sleeping rough for one night but others do not have… View moreI'm doing the Lifewise Big Sleepout out again this year. Mental health issues, addictions, domestic abuse, family breakdowns, and death of loves ones can leave people - especially young people - homeless and without support or hope. I am only sleeping rough for one night but others do not have that choice.

I would love your support to raise funds for Lifewise. Every dollar donated goes towards providing support and housing to young people doing it tough.

2628 days ago

Check out this deal!

It’s NZ music month…a great time to kick back and listen to some groovy tunes…

On this record player for only $95!

If you want to put a smile on your dial, listening to some old vinyl will do it. We have gathered a selection of the best of the 70's and 80's to put you in the… View more
It’s NZ music month…a great time to kick back and listen to some groovy tunes…

On this record player for only $95!

If you want to put a smile on your dial, listening to some old vinyl will do it. We have gathered a selection of the best of the 70's and 80's to put you in the mood...
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Because sometimes old is gold! Come and visit us at Restore Pukekohe - number 5 Adams Drive (behind the café). Turn left at the Black Barn on the road out to Paerata.

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2628 days ago

Hornets and Fencibles dominating their competitions

Phil / PJ Taylor Reporter from Eastern Courier

It's still early days in their winter seasons, but Howick's Hornets and Fencibles are dominating their respective comps.

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2628 days ago

Buy your new Entertainment Membership before it expires!

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Your 2016/17 Entertainment Books have nearly expired so don't waste time in getting a brand new 2017/18 membership!

Make sure that you support the animals by purchasing your Entertainment Book from us at SPCA Auckland - 20% of all book and digital membership sales go directly towards caring… View more
Your 2016/17 Entertainment Books have nearly expired so don't waste time in getting a brand new 2017/18 membership!

Make sure that you support the animals by purchasing your Entertainment Book from us at SPCA Auckland - 20% of all book and digital membership sales go directly towards caring for Auckland's animals in need.

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