Birkdale, Auckland

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1413 days ago

New Year Honours: North Shore's Dame Anne Salmond awarded New Zealand's highest royal honour

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

How does one sum up a distinguished career upon being awarded New Zealand's highest royal honour?

“It’s always been this huge adventure,” Dame Anne Salmond says of her career as an anthropologist, environmentalist and multi award-winning author, unable to settle on a particular … View more
How does one sum up a distinguished career upon being awarded New Zealand's highest royal honour?

“It’s always been this huge adventure,” Dame Anne Salmond says of her career as an anthropologist, environmentalist and multi award-winning author, unable to settle on a particular highlight.

Salmond's work has been recognised with a multitude of awards and honours.

Despite this, Salmond, a resident of Stanley Point, said she was stunned and overwhelmed to receive a letter telling her she had been named a Member of the Order of New Zealand for services to New Zealand in the 2021 New Year Honours.

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1413 days ago

Maximise your outdoor space!

Shade Design

At Shade Design we are a family-focused company along with offering the best products and service at the most affordable prices in the industry.

With our experienced and friendly team, we pride ourselves on making sure you only have the best experience working with us and that you can’t help … View more
At Shade Design we are a family-focused company along with offering the best products and service at the most affordable prices in the industry.

With our experienced and friendly team, we pride ourselves on making sure you only have the best experience working with us and that you can’t help yourself but tell all your family and friends.

With our custom aluminium frames and awnings, we stand by our products and offer a 5-year warranty.
Visit us online

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1414 days ago

Blue rubber backed carpet with extra rubber underlay

John & Gail from Glenfield

Measurements on photo

Free

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1414 days ago

Free king pillow top mattress

Francois from Birkenhead

Free king size pillow top mattress. We upgraded and this is now surplus to our needs. Smoke free home and good condition. Pickup in Birkenhead. Also posted elsewhere.

Free

1416 days ago

WATCH: Easy and creative ways to save water this summer

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours. We're still being asked to conserve water after one of the driest years on record.

Following a dry 2019, the region saw a record 40 days with no rain in January and February, paving the way for water restrictions that would continue into December.

Despite the restrictions and … View more
Hi neighbours. We're still being asked to conserve water after one of the driest years on record.

Following a dry 2019, the region saw a record 40 days with no rain in January and February, paving the way for water restrictions that would continue into December.

Despite the restrictions and Aucklanders being the most efficient water users in New Zealand, the dam levels are still low and Watercare is asking everyone to try and save 20 litres per day.

We’ve put together a list of easy ways you can save water around your home, as well as a few ideas for if you’re willing to go the extra mile.

1415 days ago

Pop in - We are open!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

Planning on doing some op shopping? Good idea – make sure to pop into your Red Cross Shop, we have more than 40 around the country! It is also a great time to drop off your unwanted Christmas gifts or to find someone else's pre-loved treasure.

We can't wait to see you and happy op … View more
Planning on doing some op shopping? Good idea – make sure to pop into your Red Cross Shop, we have more than 40 around the country! It is also a great time to drop off your unwanted Christmas gifts or to find someone else's pre-loved treasure.

We can't wait to see you and happy op shopping!

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1415 days ago

Quality Louvres, Accessible Prices

The Louvre Company

Hi Neighbours,

We provide powder coated aluminium, motorised Roof Louvres, from start to finish. Our NZ Made and Designed roof louvres have an integrated gutter system and are operable with a remote controller. Extending your outdoor living with the perfect sun and rain control. We also … View more
Hi Neighbours,

We provide powder coated aluminium, motorised Roof Louvres, from start to finish. Our NZ Made and Designed roof louvres have an integrated gutter system and are operable with a remote controller. Extending your outdoor living with the perfect sun and rain control. We also specialize in manually operable louvre and fixed louvres.

Get your free quote today! Call or email with the rough measurements of your louvre, and find out for yourself that TLC has quality NZ made and designed louvres for accessible prices!

info@thelouvrecompany.co.nz
0800 852 669 (TLC NOW)
Visit us online

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1416 days ago

Original Artwork for Sale

Annie from Chatswood

12 pieces of my original artwork for sale on Trade Me. Includes drawings, acrylic paintings and glitter pictures. www.trademe.co.nz.... Member name is collidescope.

Negotiable

1416 days ago

Your summer, sorted in Auckland

The Team from Auckland Council

There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.

Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.

See what's on near you at … View more
There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.

Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.

See what's on near you at ourauckland.nz/summer
Find out more

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1416 days ago

Eskdale Reserve Network - Track Update

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Just in time for Christmas, the track between Eskdale Road and Kaipatiki Road is now open! Please use the new shoe-cleaning stations to scrub and spray your shoes to ensure that we keep kauri dieback away and keep the track open.
The attached map shows the status of all of the tracks in the Eskdale… View more
Just in time for Christmas, the track between Eskdale Road and Kaipatiki Road is now open! Please use the new shoe-cleaning stations to scrub and spray your shoes to ensure that we keep kauri dieback away and keep the track open.
The attached map shows the status of all of the tracks in the Eskdale Reserve Network:
* 🟩 Green: Open (please use shoe-cleaning stations where available).
* 🟨 Yellow: Temporarily closed for upgrading (due to open in March 2021).
* 🟥 Red: Permanently closed.
* 🟦 Blue: New track under construction.
* 🟪 Purple: Future stages of trackwork. Some of these have had work done already, but require more to bring them up to the new kauri dry-track standard.

Bike-cleaning stations will be installed in the new year.
Please do not go into any areas that are fenced off.
Please also wash dog paws 🐾 with the provided water. Dogs are allowed off-leash at Eskdale Reserve Network, but must be under control (eg: voice control) at all times, and please stick to the tracks as dogs can also spread kauri dieback spores.

1416 days ago

Camelot Reserve Playground now open!

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

The new playground at Camelot Reserve, Glenfield, is now open! The playground includes:
* a large play module with play house, double slide, wobbly bridge, pole, climbing net
* large climbing nets
* relocated swing set, now including a basket swing
* double and surfboard springers
* a spinner
* … View more
The new playground at Camelot Reserve, Glenfield, is now open! The playground includes:
* a large play module with play house, double slide, wobbly bridge, pole, climbing net
* large climbing nets
* relocated swing set, now including a basket swing
* double and surfboard springers
* a spinner
* stepping log edging to playground
* Shadesail poles.

There are still a few additions to be made:
* Shadesails (delayed at port; due in February 2021)
* Garden beds (autumn 2021)
* Seat (approx February 2021)
* Scuff matting in high-use areas, including under the basket swing (due mid-January).

Camelot Reserve can be accessed from Camelot Place, Bentley Ave, Battle Place and Glenfield Primary School.
Funded by the Kaipatiki Local Board.

1418 days ago

Work opportunity

Alexandra from Birkdale

Dear Neighbours, I am looking for a detail-oriented, reliable, honest and punctual person to do 3-4hrs work for me twice a week. The work would involve gardening, cooking, cleaning, running errands, and other tasks from time to time that will assist me in my very busy and active days of working, … View moreDear Neighbours, I am looking for a detail-oriented, reliable, honest and punctual person to do 3-4hrs work for me twice a week. The work would involve gardening, cooking, cleaning, running errands, and other tasks from time to time that will assist me in my very busy and active days of working, running a household, and competing(sport). There is flexibility with respect to the hours and days of work but times of work will need to be committed to a fortnight ahead must be honored. Depending on your existing skills the role could have the capacity to expand to full time over the next 12-24 months. If you are interested please DONT post here but rather email me your CV with referees to: dralexhart@gmail.com. Many thanks, Alex

1418 days ago

Harbour Bridge Clip-on lanes closed from today

Neighbourly.co.nz

Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising motorists travelling southbound on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to expect delays due to the closure of the clip-on lanes.

The lanes will be closed for resurfacing and other maintenance from Boxing Day for up to ten days. This closure will affect the Shelley Beach … View more
Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising motorists travelling southbound on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to expect delays due to the closure of the clip-on lanes.

The lanes will be closed for resurfacing and other maintenance from Boxing Day for up to ten days. This closure will affect the Shelley Beach off-ramp with access controlled by a stop/go managment system.

Motorists are encouraged to use the Western Ring route if there are delays on the bridge. Three lanes will be open to traffic in both directions says Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Auckland System Manager, Andrea Williamson.

“The resurfacing process on the bridge requires 3-5 days to “cure” before allowing traffic on it, so while it may look as if nothing is happening the team will be using the lanes closure for other maintenance tasks, including water blasting and painting just below the road deck.”

Motorists are advised to check Waka Kotahi's social media sites for any updates on the lane closures during the 10 day period.

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1419 days ago

Merry Christmas

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

Merry Christmas from the team at NumberWorks'nWords!

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1421 days ago

Recycling truck driver finds missing money: Auckland's North Shore

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A North Shore resident's faith in humanity has been restored thanks to the quick witted actions of a recycling truck driver.

The sharp-eyed operator spotted the man's missing wallet containing $770 cash on the kerbside while collecting bins on Auckland's North
Shore.

The company … View more
A North Shore resident's faith in humanity has been restored thanks to the quick witted actions of a recycling truck driver.

The sharp-eyed operator spotted the man's missing wallet containing $770 cash on the kerbside while collecting bins on Auckland's North
Shore.

The company tracked down the owner and returned his wallet.

To reward her vigilance, the relieved householder treated the truckie to lunch and gave her a $100 gift certificate.

Auckland Council waste collectors carry out nearly one million kerbside collections each week.

To find out about collection times during the summer holidays, call 09 301 0101.

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