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Pi Day is on March 14, and any day that combines fun, education, and pie is a day worth celebrating! Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is a constant value used in math that represents the ratio of a circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is just about 3.14….15…9265359… … View morePi Day is on March 14, and any day that combines fun, education, and pie is a day worth celebrating! Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is a constant value used in math that represents the ratio of a circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is just about 3.14….15…9265359… (and so on). Not only that, but the fourteenth of March is also Albert Einstein’s birthday, so all together it’s nothing short of a mathematician’s delight.
After four years of disruption, high schoolers all over Auckland finally got the Polyfest they had been waiting for.
It was estimated about 60,000 people attended Polyfest last week, where 8000 students from 181 cultural groups representing 55 schools performed traditional speech, song and … View moreAfter four years of disruption, high schoolers all over Auckland finally got the Polyfest they had been waiting for.
It was estimated about 60,000 people attended Polyfest last week, where 8000 students from 181 cultural groups representing 55 schools performed traditional speech, song and dance.
It’s the first time in several years that the festival has gone ahead without a hitch, following cancellations due to the Christchurch terror attacks in 2019 and the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020.
For most, it’s not about the win, but the chance to celebrate their culture and embrace their Pasifika heritage.
Manurewa High School’s Sarai Makara-Moreland, 16, was completely out of breath as she stepped off the Cook Islands stage following their high-energy performance.
She said it was a “real privilege” and “a blessing” to get on stage tell the audience: “Hey look, this is my culture. This is where I’m from.”
“The most important thing was we made it up there, and we performed as a team. We are going out, win or lose, as a team.”
Read more of our coverage at Stuff.co.nz, and tell us below - did you watch or compete at Polyfest? How did it go?
Auckland Council is facing major financial challenges requiring some tough choices with a forecasted budget shortfall of $295million. The forthcoming budget is likely to affect communities, community groups and not-for-profits across Auckland and it is important that you have your say during the … View moreAuckland Council is facing major financial challenges requiring some tough choices with a forecasted budget shortfall of $295million. The forthcoming budget is likely to affect communities, community groups and not-for-profits across Auckland and it is important that you have your say during the consultation period.
How will the Auckland Council budget affect your organisation?
Come along and have your say and advocate for your community.
ANCAD (Auckland North Community and Development) is hosting an opportunity for groups and organisations to hear about the potential effects of the budget and to discuss ways in which make a submission with other groups/organisations.
We encourage you and your board to attend this hui and to have your say.
Consultation opened 28 February and will close 28 March 2023.
DATE: Thursday 16 March 12.30pm AND Tuesday 21 March at 6.30pm.
RSVP to Sarah@ancad.org.nz to receive the Zoom link for this online hui.
Join us for a flood and cyclone community debrief focused on communities in the Takapuna – Devonport Local Board area.
Date: March 15
Time: 10.30am to 12pm noon.
Venue: Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Road, Takapuna. St Anne’s Room.
The meeting will have a facilitated debrief and an … View moreJoin us for a flood and cyclone community debrief focused on communities in the Takapuna – Devonport Local Board area.
Date: March 15
Time: 10.30am to 12pm noon.
Venue: Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Road, Takapuna. St Anne’s Room.
The meeting will have a facilitated debrief and an educational speaker.
Morning tea will be provided.
RSVP to Madison at madison@anacda.org.nz
Beach Haven has had a black mark against it on the SafeSwim website for some time now. This means that there is a very high risk of illness if you enter the water at Hilders Park/Larkings Landing Reserve. Please do not swim and do not let children or dogs swim. Please don't jump off the wharf.… View moreBeach Haven has had a black mark against it on the SafeSwim website for some time now. This means that there is a very high risk of illness if you enter the water at Hilders Park/Larkings Landing Reserve. Please do not swim and do not let children or dogs swim. Please don't jump off the wharf.
I've followed this up with Watercare and can confirm that:
* The water is being regularly tested and is finding unsafe levels of bacteria at the beach.
* Watercare believe that it is likley to be from a major slip at the end of Kia Ora Road, where broken pipes are leaching wastewater into the stream at Rangatira Reserve. This is then flowing to the sea. Due to the scale of the slip, WaterCare have not been able to access the site to install a temporary solution, but expect to be able to do so after 20 March.
I'm also following up with Healthy Waters (stormwater dept) to see whether residents have been notified where the affected stream runs through private property.
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Internet is something we need these days for work, study, keeping in touch with loved ones or just to watch a movie! It's another bill to manage right?!
With the cost of living rising, we want to know how much your broadband bill is setting you back each month?
Celebrate Auckland's vibrant cultures at our World of Cultures festival! Visit the website for more than 70 FREE or low-cost activities across the region. Partnered by Vector Lights.
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ … View moreEvery month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ Gardener.
Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.
As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.
… View moreBe in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.
As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.
They won't just participate in the toss but will also get to watch the game, visit the commentary box and take home a bunch of goodies.
Hi. I'm selling a 191 litres fridge/freezer which was used for two weeks. I need to sell as I move in to a new house which is furnished.
Hi All, Can you help me? I'm your local builder, so I'm fairly well known. If you have or no someone who can help me, I would really appreciate your assistance. I'm clean, tidy, quiet and like to keep to myself. Text or Call Bruce 0212121480 anytime at all.
We're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!
Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as … View moreWe're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!
Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as International Women's Day (this Wednesday) by sharing some of the lesser-known, inspiring women who've played a part in New Zealand's history.
Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column of the local paper - write NFP if you wish your comments to be excluded.
We have been given the most dreamy home pilates prize pack to give away by Essence Pilates Nz. It includes a cork pilates mat, cork roller and massage ball, pilates exercsie ball, magic circle and pilates socks and I love it TBH!
To enter: simply like the give away post pinned to our instagram and… View moreWe have been given the most dreamy home pilates prize pack to give away by Essence Pilates Nz. It includes a cork pilates mat, cork roller and massage ball, pilates exercsie ball, magic circle and pilates socks and I love it TBH!
To enter: simply like the give away post pinned to our instagram and facebook pages, tag your friends or complete a pilates class before the 31st of March 2023
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