Birkdale, Auckland

876 days ago

Matariki

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

Happy Matariki 2022!

It's a time to celebrate new life, to remember those who’ve passed, and to plan for the future. Matariki is a time to spend with whānau and friends – to enjoy kai (food), waiata (song), tākaro (games), and haka.

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876 days ago

Wenderholm Regional Park Planting - 26 June

Trees That Count

We're planting native trees at Wenderholm! Wenderholm holds a special place in Auckland’s history as its first Regional Park—and one of the most picturesque.

Native planting at this site not only enhances a beautiful recreation site for residents of Tāmaki Makaurau, but also provides … View more
We're planting native trees at Wenderholm! Wenderholm holds a special place in Auckland’s history as its first Regional Park—and one of the most picturesque.

Native planting at this site not only enhances a beautiful recreation site for residents of Tāmaki Makaurau, but also provides erosion control, helping prevent runoff into the harbour, and associated significant soil and water quality benefits.

In 1953, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip spent a day picnicking at Wenderholm — so come and help plant native trees for the Jubilee at this special site.
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880 days ago

Birkenhead Repair Cafe | Saturday 30th July

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

Do you have small item that needs to be repaired?

A broken kettle, necklace or hem on your favourite dress is unraveled?

Bring them along to our Repair cafe;

Saturday 30th July | 9:00am-12:00pm

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Do you have small item that needs to be repaired?

A broken kettle, necklace or hem on your favourite dress is unraveled?

Bring them along to our Repair cafe;

Saturday 30th July | 9:00am-12:00pm

Onewa Christian Community at St Andrews Church.

172 Hinemoa Street | Birkenhead.

We have various volunteers who are donating their time to repair your items that you have been storing away not knowing what to do with them.

Accepted on the day will be small appliances, general repairs, jewelry & clothing.

There will be a children's activity, tea and coffee for that neighbourly chat and a talk on book repairing.

Nothing to repair? Pop in and have a look around, meet your local community.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Any clothing that you bring will need to be washed.

Please bring anything that you need fixed to your broken item, for example a new zip or new plug attachment.

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877 days ago

Matariki Sale Now On

Brian Damon from The Paw Store Ltd

Get your dog treats & chews, accessories, grooming, supplements, shampoos, etc. in time for the Matariki long weekend. Buy any three products and get 10% off. New products added regularly. Free shipping for purchases over $75. Buy on subscription and get 15% discount for every recurring order. … View moreGet your dog treats & chews, accessories, grooming, supplements, shampoos, etc. in time for the Matariki long weekend. Buy any three products and get 10% off. New products added regularly. Free shipping for purchases over $75. Buy on subscription and get 15% discount for every recurring order. visit our website at www.thepawstore.co.nz... or email us at sales@thepawstore.co.nz for any information.

Negotiable

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877 days ago

Care Suites coming soon to Lady Allum.

Oceania

Available this spring, our Care Suites will offer security and completely personalised care plans. Discover Hospital, Rest Home, and Dementia level care designed with your wellbeing in mind.

Each suite comes with a spacious living area perfect for catching up with family, as well as an ensuite, … View more
Available this spring, our Care Suites will offer security and completely personalised care plans. Discover Hospital, Rest Home, and Dementia level care designed with your wellbeing in mind.

Each suite comes with a spacious living area perfect for catching up with family, as well as an ensuite, kitchenette, and heat pump, meaning you can continue enjoying all the comforts of home. With a quiet location in an environment tailored to you, complete with care that is second-to-none, our new Care Suites will be a coveted home within Lady Allum.

Enquire now - call Jodi on 0800 333 688. No referral required
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889 days ago

Council backs Goff Climate Action Budget

The Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Mayor Phil Goff’s Climate Action Budget has been supported by a clear majority of councillors at yesterday’s meeting of the Finance and Performance Committee, and the Budget will be formally adopted by the governing body on 29 June.

Click on 'Read More' to find out what … View more
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff’s Climate Action Budget has been supported by a clear majority of councillors at yesterday’s meeting of the Finance and Performance Committee, and the Budget will be formally adopted by the governing body on 29 June.

Click on 'Read More' to find out what this means.

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878 days ago

Medieval Times Renaissance Fair

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Congratulations to Birkenhead Village and NZ Stage and Screen Combat School for the fantastic Medieval Times Renaissance Fair!
Knights, horses, sword fighting, axe throwing, fairies, music, face painting, food, shopping and more!
I even got thrown in the stocks! It is on again tomorrow if you … View more
Congratulations to Birkenhead Village and NZ Stage and Screen Combat School for the fantastic Medieval Times Renaissance Fair!
Knights, horses, sword fighting, axe throwing, fairies, music, face painting, food, shopping and more!
I even got thrown in the stocks! It is on again tomorrow if you missed it today.
#MedievalTimesBirkenhead #MedievalTimes #RenaissanceFair #BirkenheadVillage #Knights #LoveLocal

878 days ago

Council selling stake in "Own Your Own Home" pensioner housing

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Back in March, the Kaipātiki Local Board voted against the sale of council's portion of vacant "Own Your Own Home" pensioner housing and land, including some of the houses at the pensioner housing at John Bracken Way, Beach Haven (indicated in red in the attached map - the others … View moreBack in March, the Kaipātiki Local Board voted against the sale of council's portion of vacant "Own Your Own Home" pensioner housing and land, including some of the houses at the pensioner housing at John Bracken Way, Beach Haven (indicated in red in the attached map - the others are run by Haumaru Housing).
The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board passed a similar resolution opposing the sale of Council's stake in "Own Your Own Home" housing at Bardia Street and Bayswater Ave, and Danielle Grant and Ruth Jackson spoke to the Auckland Council Finance Committee on behalf of both local boards.
Despite this, the Finance Committee voted in favour of the sale at a closed-door meeting. 😠
While the confidentiality of this vote has now lifted, the voting record of each councillor isn't yet available. We also do not know who will be buying council's share in the houses and land.

NZ Herald article: www.nzherald.co.nz...

The "Own Your Own Home" scheme gave older people the chance to buy flats in small pensioner villages around Auckland at an affordable price, with council owning and give them the security of a life-long roof over their head. If they move to other housing, or pass away, council re-purchases them and then sells them again.
Despite the housing crisis, many units have been left vacant and un-maintained for years, setting the scene for their sale.

It is not known what will now happen with the houses, however council has stated that no current owners will be affected, only when the owners pass away or sell.

Attached is the resolution of the Kaipātiki Local Board, and a map of the affected houses at John Bracken Way, Beach Haven.

879 days ago

Poll: How many hours of sleep do you get every night?

Jay from Beds4U Glenfield

Do you get enough sleep?
Please share your thoughts in the comments section.

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How many hours of sleep do you get every night?
  • 32% Less than 6 hours
    32% Complete
  • 49.4% 6-8 hours
    49.4% Complete
  • 16.7% 8-10 hours
    16.7% Complete
  • 1.9% More than 10 hours
    1.9% Complete
269 votes
879 days ago

Become an Early Childhood Teacher!

Vision college

Are you interested in working with infants, toddlers, or young children?

Our Level 3 Certificate in Early Childhood will help you to develop a strong foundational grounding in the essential knowledge involved in the education and care of infants, toddlers, and young children.

This programme … View more
Are you interested in working with infants, toddlers, or young children?

Our Level 3 Certificate in Early Childhood will help you to develop a strong foundational grounding in the essential knowledge involved in the education and care of infants, toddlers, and young children.

This programme is taught in a practical learning environment and includes placements within early childhood centres, providing a real hands-on experience to prepare you for a career in early childhood.

We are enrolling now for July! Visit our website to enrol or find out more.
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880 days ago

Pohutukawa Singers Concert

Jae from Northcote Point

The Pohutukawa Singers are delighted to announce two performances of their upcoming mid-year concert.

Titled 'Sing Today', the programme features our usual eclectic mix of songs spanning a variety of music genres. From Mozart to Queen, from Bernstein to Adele and much more, our … View more
The Pohutukawa Singers are delighted to announce two performances of their upcoming mid-year concert.

Titled 'Sing Today', the programme features our usual eclectic mix of songs spanning a variety of music genres. From Mozart to Queen, from Bernstein to Adele and much more, our repertoire reflects the wide range of musical tastes among our singers and audience members alike.

Our special guest artist for both performances is jazz saxophonist Iggy Palmero Epstein. Iggy is a music student at Massey High School and gained an NCEA Scholarship in Music (Performance) in 2021. He has a keen interest in everything musical with a special passion for the saxophone and jazz. He plays in a few jazz and fusion bands and welcomes every opportunity he gets to play. We are excited and grateful to have him as our guest performer.

* The first concert;
Sunday 26 June 4.00pm
St Chads Anglican Church, 7 Matua Road, Huapai

*The second concert;
Friday 1 July 7.30pm
Albany Presbyterian Church, 539 Albany Highway, Albany

Tickets for either performance are $15 in advance or $20 at the door and include refreshments after the concert. Children - gold coin donation.

Presales and enquiries: candcnewel@gmail.com or phone Geoff 021 1706590 or Carrie 027 6223508

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880 days ago

Kids Cubist Sculpture Workshop

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

These July school holidays at Highbury House for the kids....

Let your child discover their inner Picasso by joining our new workshop where they will learn to create a 3D self portrait using cardboard & other materials.

They will learn all about Picasso & what cubism is, how to use… View more
These July school holidays at Highbury House for the kids....

Let your child discover their inner Picasso by joining our new workshop where they will learn to create a 3D self portrait using cardboard & other materials.

They will learn all about Picasso & what cubism is, how to use different shapes in their artwork & come home with a masterpiece.

Monday 18th July | 10am-3pm
110 Hinemoa Street

Please note:

For ages 7+

Bring a packed lunch & drink bottle

Get tickets here: events.humanitix.com...

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880 days ago

Paint Your Clothes Workshop

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

Got some old denim pieces that you would like to funk up?

Want to make turn your clothing into a work of art?

This is the workshop for you!

Thursday 4th August | 7-8:30pm
110 Hinemoa Street | Birkenhead

You will learn how to prepare and paint clothing items and how to make those … View more
Got some old denim pieces that you would like to funk up?

Want to make turn your clothing into a work of art?

This is the workshop for you!

Thursday 4th August | 7-8:30pm
110 Hinemoa Street | Birkenhead

You will learn how to prepare and paint clothing items and how to make those painted pieces pop.

Please bring any clothing you would like to paint on, denim generally works best but any fabric will work.

Paints and Brushes will be provided.

Wear clothes you don’t mind ruining as you may get paint on you and as it is fabric paint it does not come off easily.

Get your ticket here:

events.humanitix.com...

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880 days ago

Evening Community Art Class | Term 3

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

Tarci is back for Term 3!

In these classes you will explore a world of materials and techniques with no rush or fear. Learn how to find inspiration, how to observe your sources, process your ideas and bring it to life in your creations.

Get your ticket here:

events.humanitix.com...

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880 days ago

Kids Minecraft Workshop

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

Brain Play is back at Highbury House, this time running a workshop on Minecraft!

This 2 hour workshop is for everyone aged 9+, whether you've never used Minecraft before or you're an expert!

Workshop Details:

Saturday 6th August | 1-3pm
110 Hinemoa Street

• Unleash your … View more
Brain Play is back at Highbury House, this time running a workshop on Minecraft!

This 2 hour workshop is for everyone aged 9+, whether you've never used Minecraft before or you're an expert!

Workshop Details:

Saturday 6th August | 1-3pm
110 Hinemoa Street

• Unleash your creative side with exciting build challenges

• Learn the basics of electronics through redstone challenges

• Meet and play with likeminded Minecraft enthusiasts

• Get help from our expert tutors to make your creation a success

www.events.humanitix.com...

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