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In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.
Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor … View moreIn this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.
Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor plants from his book Wild Interiors. Enter NZ Gardener’s Houseplant Heroes competition and be in to win Vegan Fertiliser from Yates and NZ Gardener’s Pruning Made Easy.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
The owner of a 1.5-bedroom apartment on the third and top residential floor of the Turing building, developed in 2014, is cashing out to try to cash into her "villa dream" in the suburb. The 27 apartment owners share a rooftop deck with panoramic views of Auckland City, the western bays, … View moreThe owner of a 1.5-bedroom apartment on the third and top residential floor of the Turing building, developed in 2014, is cashing out to try to cash into her "villa dream" in the suburb. The 27 apartment owners share a rooftop deck with panoramic views of Auckland City, the western bays, Waitakere Ranges and North Shore. To read more click here.
A wounded turtle that washed up "a long way from home" on an Auckland beach is now in stable conditi…
Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!
Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for … View moreQuoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!
Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for success running a local business.
Tran operates Four Square Waikanae Beach and is hailed as the “ultimate friendly shopkeeper” by his customers. Now Tran has been recognised for his dedication to the community by being named the country’s National Winner in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards. Tran is a proud winner of a prize package worth $10,000!
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Nomination Quotes - "Quoc Tan of Waikanae Beach Kapiti coast.
An exceptional guy who has worked very hard (& his wife too) since arriving in NZ from Vietnam. They operate a hugely friendly & now smartly updated Four Square superette. A very necessary & important store at Waikanae Beach."
"Quoc and his family are an integral part of our community"
"Quoc Tan - he represents all that embodies the very core of the reason NZ is proud to call itself an all-embracing, multi-cultural melting pot"
We are excited to announce that our store is undergoing an exciting refurbishment.
The new retail design takes inspiration from its Scandinavian heritage and brand values: clean, simple fittings, seating and furniture that ooze comfort and style; and a new contemporary façade with illuminated … View moreWe are excited to announce that our store is undergoing an exciting refurbishment.
The new retail design takes inspiration from its Scandinavian heritage and brand values: clean, simple fittings, seating and furniture that ooze comfort and style; and a new contemporary façade with illuminated signage and window LED lightboxes.
Meanwhile, we are still open for business in our temporary location in the Milford Centre, right next door to Flo & Frankie. We have an amazing collection of autumn/winter styles plus sale stock to clear. Look for the sign with the big black sneaker. See you there!
The Government wants Aucklanders to save 20L of water a day. But what does that mean at your house?
Buying efficient appliances and fixing one-off leaks can make huge water savings, but so can small changes to daily habits. If every Aucklander showered in four minutes, we'd save 80 million … View moreThe Government wants Aucklanders to save 20L of water a day. But what does that mean at your house?
Buying efficient appliances and fixing one-off leaks can make huge water savings, but so can small changes to daily habits. If every Aucklander showered in four minutes, we'd save 80 million litres of water a day.
Check out the full list of ways to cut down your water use here.
Auckland Council are proposing to defer many of the bush track upgrades that the Kaipātiki Local Board has secured to protect our precious kauri trees from dieback disease. This will be done as part of a 50% reduction (approx $7mill) to the kauri tracks budget across Auckland in regional and local… View moreAuckland Council are proposing to defer many of the bush track upgrades that the Kaipātiki Local Board has secured to protect our precious kauri trees from dieback disease. This will be done as part of a 50% reduction (approx $7mill) to the kauri tracks budget across Auckland in regional and local parks. [Note: The budget documents incorrectly say it will be a 35% reduction].
This will mean that many tracks we were expecting to re-open or begin work in 2020/21 will will be delayed by 1 or more years. This will have a roll-on effect, meaning that trackwork planned for the following year (2021/22) will also be pushed out, and so on.
The details around this are still to be determined, but will affect the following parks in some way:
* Birkenhead War Memorial Park - Stage 2
* Eskdale Reserve Network - Stage 3
* Fernglen Native Plant Gardens
* Kauri Glen Reserve - Stages 3-4
* Leigh Scenic Reserve - Stages 1-2
* LeRoys Bush Reserve - Stage 3
* Chatswood Reserve - Stages 2-4
* Rangatira Reserve - Stage 2
* Soldiers Bay (track from Island Bay Road)
Fortunately work already contracted will continue, including Eskdale Reserve Network Stage 2, Kauri Glen Reserve Stage 2, LeRoys Bush Reserve Stage 2.
A couple more kauri budget gems:
* "Reduced kauri dieback compliance monitoring through fewer contracted enforcement staff"
* "Some reduction in large pest reduction programme and Kauri dieback research"
Please have your say on the budget here: akhaveyoursay.nz...
Consultation is open until Friday 19 June.
Download PDFs of the consultation document and supporting information here: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
Hi All.
Does anyone have a contact please of a roofer that has the time to assess my rather steep pitched roof for a leak? They obv need the safety gear to do so.
Thanks😀
Hi everyone just a quick note during the school holidays we will have classes on
Mondays and Tuesdays at 4pm.
If you like to participate please email office@littleninja.co.nz #ninja #kidsninja #ninjas #northcote
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Good solid wood and formica it's in good condition but one handle missing. Free to a good home.
Contact 0274824027 Mike
New in the area?
Drop off the kids at school, come to your Beach Haven Community House, find out what's happening in the Community and share a cup of tea or coffee with others just like you! We'll host a guest speaker from time to time.
aucklandnorth@newcomers.co.nz
Great news - work on Northcote Wharf will get underway in the next few weeks after being held up by COVID-19 restrictions. Here is the press release from Auckland Transport:
Northcote Point Wharf renewal works about to start
Auckland Transport (AT) has awarded the construction contract for … View moreGreat news - work on Northcote Wharf will get underway in the next few weeks after being held up by COVID-19 restrictions. Here is the press release from Auckland Transport:
Northcote Point Wharf renewal works about to start
Auckland Transport (AT) has awarded the construction contract for renewal works on the Northcote Point Wharf to specialist marine contractor STF.
The award date was delayed due to COVID-19 restrictions, however, once confirmed, the gangways and other structural elements started being built off site.
Resource Consents have now been received, which will allow work to start on site in a few weeks.
The 60-year-old wharf has been closed for health and safety reasons for two years after structural issues were found.
In addition to the repairs, AT is taking the opportunity to provide ferry users with better shelter, new seating and improved lighting.
“We know that the Northcote community has been waiting for the work to start,” says David Nelson, AT Portfolio Delivery Director (Projects). “Now that the cost of the works has been confirmed, STF appointed, and the consent granted, we are looking forward to the work being completed as soon as possible.”
The project, which will cost up to $2.6 million, is now expected to be completed by the end of this year. Updates will be provided to the community via AT.govt.nz.
“The Northcote Point Wharf is a vital piece of infrastructure linking our community to the city centre and beyond,” says North Shore Ward Councillor Richard Hills. “It will also connect Northern Pathway users in the future. Despite the delay, I’m really excited the project is progressing, our community will appreciate the investment, particularly in light of the dire financial implications of COVID-19.”
The Kaipātiki Local Board is also excited to hear the start of work is imminent. “This is great news for our community,” says Kaipātiki Local Board Chair John Gillon. “The board has strongly supported the reinstatement of the wharf and looks forward to the ferry service resuming at Northcote Point, as soon as possible.”
For more information and to view the project updates visit:
at.govt.nz...
Another unfortunate casualty of Council's Emergency Budget: Major delay to the Birkenhead grandstand's replacement building...
The grandstand at Birkenhead War Memorial Park was demolished in late-2018, and the replacement multi-sport building is being funded from a council fund called … View moreAnother unfortunate casualty of Council's Emergency Budget: Major delay to the Birkenhead grandstand's replacement building...
The grandstand at Birkenhead War Memorial Park was demolished in late-2018, and the replacement multi-sport building is being funded from a council fund called "One Local Initiative" (OLI).
However, the Emergency Budget proposes a "major delay" to OLI projects. The new building was already not going to open until 2028, but the Kaipātiki Local Board has received advice that the proposed delay in the Emergency Budget means that it could now be pushed out as far as 2033!
From the Emergency Budget: "Major delay to all One Local Initiatives (key programmes for local boards to provide/upgrade community assets and facilities) and to the growth/development programme unless the works are already contractually committed."
Please have your say on the budget here: akhaveyoursay.nz/emergency-budget
Consultation is open until 19 June.
Download PDFs of the consultation document and supporting information here: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
Hi does anyone have a recommendation for a person skilled at designing a full living room makeover (advice on flooring, furniture, fireplace, window treatment, colours etc to get 'the look'). Ideally start with a consultation online or onsite. Thanks
Hi Neighbours, Hundreds of low-paid cleaners and security staff who work at council-facilities, but through contractors, had hoped they would be paid the Living Wage this year. Should Council budget cuts delay that? Read the story below:
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