Belmont, Auckland

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1935 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
1936 days ago

Poll: Does an eatery's hygiene grade impact your decision to buy food from there?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

A popular Asian eatery and a restaurant in a wealthy suburb are among the dirtiest in Auckland.

In the most recent list of E and D grade food outlets, inspectors identified 12 eateries from July to August this year with lower than usual hygiene standards, ranging from problems with pests to … View more
A popular Asian eatery and a restaurant in a wealthy suburb are among the dirtiest in Auckland.

In the most recent list of E and D grade food outlets, inspectors identified 12 eateries from July to August this year with lower than usual hygiene standards, ranging from problems with pests to process control.

To read the full list of eateries, click here

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Does an eatery's hygiene grade impact your decision to buy food from there?
  • 83.4% Yes, always!
    83.4% Complete
  • 3.4% No, I don't look.
    3.4% Complete
  • 13.2% When I remember to check
    13.2% Complete
1031 votes
1935 days ago

SkyBus direct to Airport from North Harbour

SkyBus Airport Express

At $44 Return when you buy online, SkyBus North Harbour Express is cheaper than one-way in a taxi! 30 minute departures from Albany Westfield, Smales Farm or Akoranga station, skip the traffic and save.

Join us in the fast lane on SkyBus.

Return tickets are valid for 3 months from purchase … View more
At $44 Return when you buy online, SkyBus North Harbour Express is cheaper than one-way in a taxi! 30 minute departures from Albany Westfield, Smales Farm or Akoranga station, skip the traffic and save.

Join us in the fast lane on SkyBus.

Return tickets are valid for 3 months from purchase date and redeemable in either direction.
Tickets online

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1936 days ago

Foodography 2019!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

This year's foodography dinner, with a kiwi cuisine theme,included five inspired courses for participants to build and create in their own concepts and share on social before eating and enjoying their dish.

Click below to read more on our new blog post!

1936 days ago

Mayoral Candidates Community Meeting

4th September 2019, 12-2pm
Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Rd, Takapuna

A community partnership meeting, hosted by Auckland North Community and Development Inc. Community organisations will ask questions of the main Mayoral candidates. Open to the public. RSVP: info@ancad.org.nz phone: 486-4820

1936 days ago

Scholarship Applications Close in 3 Weeks

Sylvia Heywood from Soroptimist International North Shore

Scholarship Criteria
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship assists women pursuing tertiary studies for the purpose of gaining a qualification that will enable them to entry or re-entry into the workforce; or a change in occupations

Who can apply?

Women who are:
New Zealand citizens … View more
Scholarship Criteria
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship assists women pursuing tertiary studies for the purpose of gaining a qualification that will enable them to entry or re-entry into the workforce; or a change in occupations

Who can apply?

Women who are:
New Zealand citizens (please note that residents with only NZ Permanent Residence/Residence Visa cannot apply, nor can Australian citizens unless holding dual citizenship)

At least 25 years of age on 1 September in the year of application.

Enrolled in an NZQA approved education programme that is to be undertaken in NZ

Have a proven record of academic achievement

Able to use the scholarship in the year for which it is awarded

Willing to participate in Soroptimist promotional activities (should they be awarded a scholarship)

Check out the link today www.blsst.co.nz...

1936 days ago

Free English classes available in Takapuna

New Zealand Institute of Education

English Classes Available: NZCEL Level 3 and NZCEL Level 4:
Location: 62, Anzac Street, Takapuna, Auckland
Cost: FREE Tuition for NZ Residents, Citizens and Refugees.
Only pay NZD75 for Material Fee.

Classes schedule:
Morning: Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm
Start Date: 5 August 2019 and 12 … View more
English Classes Available: NZCEL Level 3 and NZCEL Level 4:
Location: 62, Anzac Street, Takapuna, Auckland
Cost: FREE Tuition for NZ Residents, Citizens and Refugees.
Only pay NZD75 for Material Fee.

Classes schedule:
Morning: Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm
Start Date: 5 August 2019 and 12 August
Finish Date: 20 December 2020
Total: 20 weeks

Evening: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 5:15pm to 9:15pm
Start Date: 5 August 2019 and 12 August
Finish Date: 7 February 2020
Total: 25 weeks

How to enrol?

Book a test - The first step you book your English test with us so we can assess your level and allocate to the right classes.

Test times are:
Mondays 9:00am and 2:00pm and 5:30pm
Wednesdays 10:00am and 2:00pm
Thursdays 10:00am and 2:00pm
What day and time can you come to do the test?

Do you prefer to study in the Morning or Evening?

We only have a few seats left!
Call us on 09 489 6205
Book now

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1936 days ago

Affordable, quality homes - selling fast.

Madison Park at Milldale

Milldale, just across the motorway from the highly successful Millwater development is going to be one of the places to live on Auckland’s North Shore. It offers a great lifestyle with all the modern amenities of a vibrant and growing community.

Madison Park Homes have carefully selected a … View more
Milldale, just across the motorway from the highly successful Millwater development is going to be one of the places to live on Auckland’s North Shore. It offers a great lifestyle with all the modern amenities of a vibrant and growing community.

Madison Park Homes have carefully selected a range of house lots for their unique house designs.

Suitable for first home buyers, growing families or those about to retire… there is something for everyone.

Each Madison Park lot has been selected to maximise Milldale’s unique landscape and a great living environment.

Visit our display pod on site for more information about The Milldale Selection by Madison Park Homes.
Home Options

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1937 days ago

Will you be affected by these motorway closures?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements that will affect the following motorways: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements that will affect the following motorways: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.

Safe travels neighbours!

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1937 days ago

Feast from the Earth

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Rye bread with pumpkin and sunflower seeds using Biga, a natural sourdough starter from Denmark with Fish Tartare, pickled beetroot, sorrel, brown butter prepared by Chef Finn and our students for NZ Sommelier Awards Dinner 2019.

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1937 days ago

Out of My Mind - our latest podcast is now live

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View more
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.

There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.

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1942 days ago

Take the ultimate Kiwi pie roadie

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Love a pie? Love a road trip? We've mapped the perfect pie roadie, so you can sample New Zealand's best award-winning pastry treats while making your way around our beautiful country (and there's even a pie or two in your neck of the woods).

Check them out here.

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