Botany Downs, Auckland

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

1156 days ago

Holiday time activities.

NumberWorks'nWords Howick & Pakuranga

What educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun … View more
What educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun family holiday.
Don’t forget to have some down time as well!

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1158 days ago

Howick HOP 2021 - Pedal Car Parade

The Team from Howick Village Association

Has your child got a set of wheels of their own? 😎

The Howick Village HOP is now accepting entries for our Pedal Car Parade! Every entry will receive a prize and best of all, it's free!

Email through to manager@howickvillage.co.nz for more information and for registration.

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1158 days ago

Graffiti update!

Louise Beuvink from Beautification Trust

Our hard-working crew removed 83 tags in the Howick area in June.
Spotted graffiti vandalism? Report it to us and we'll remove it free of charge within 24 hours in most cases. Report online at www.beautification.org.nz... or call 0800 END TAGS (0800 363 824). Let’s eradicate graffiti … View more
Our hard-working crew removed 83 tags in the Howick area in June.
Spotted graffiti vandalism? Report it to us and we'll remove it free of charge within 24 hours in most cases. Report online at www.beautification.org.nz... or call 0800 END TAGS (0800 363 824). Let’s eradicate graffiti together and create beautiful, safe communities 💙💚

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1158 days ago

Plastic Free July – Take up the challenge.

The Team from Auckland Council

Each year hundreds of thousands of Kiwis take the PLASTIC FREE JULY challenge and make a real difference by refusing single-use plastics. Join the movement today!

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1158 days ago

Meet Meadowbank’s lovely new Care Manager

Oceania Healthcare

Oceania has always believed in better and so does Meadowbank’s new Care Manager, Suzette Vorster.

Having worked in Aged Care for several years, Suzette’s favourite thing about her work has remained the same – giving back to those who’ve done so much for Aotearoa.

“Our residents … View more
Oceania has always believed in better and so does Meadowbank’s new Care Manager, Suzette Vorster.

Having worked in Aged Care for several years, Suzette’s favourite thing about her work has remained the same – giving back to those who’ve done so much for Aotearoa.

“Our residents have a lifetime of knowledge and have worked hard in often difficult times. I see it as such a privilege to be in a position to lead a team of people who are passionate about caring for them.”

Suzette’s recipe for great care is simple. “Great care means meeting a resident’s daily needs with empathy and warmth – to deliver the kind of care that anyone would want their Mum or Dad to have.”

She’s excited to take on a new challenge in our vibrant village beside Orakei Basin.

Meadowbank is a beautiful site– it’s a place anyone would feel proud to live in and a place families enjoy visiting.

Our Care Suites provide a feeling of independence within the comfort and security of exceptional 24/7, round-the-clock care.” And her vision for Meadowbank goes beyond brick and mortar.

“The heart of it is the people – staff who provide empathy and love, and residents who live their years to the fullest.”

To learn more about our Care Suites with Rest Home and Hospital level care, get in touch with Suzette today.
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1158 days ago

Pursue higher education with a Masters Degree

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori,… View more
Masters Study

Meet Hinerangi Busby who shares her journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

I am a graduate of the marae-centred programme, Te Pouhono, transforming Māori communities, promoting mātauranga-a-hapū, a-iwi. My participation took me to the Bachelor of Mātauranga Māori, and then postgraduate study.

Awanuiārangi centres you. This is the nurturing space of Māori researchers, with the support of academic and professional staff; this all transpires from an authentic indigenous and traditional Māori environment.

My studies have empowered me to play a more pro-active role in whānau and hapū affairs. Instead of being angry at a past that we cannot change, let’s become part of the solution for positive change.
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1179 days ago

Free lessons (Last 2 lessons, you are still welcome if you miss previous lessons)

Jack from Sunnyhills

Gain an understanding of how these fundamental forces or principles shape our mind, body, and spirit and how we can strengthen and rebalance them to improve the vitality of our lives.
Part 1 (5 classes)
A) Yinyang – a different idea of balance.
B) Two different yins and two different yangs.
C) … View more
Gain an understanding of how these fundamental forces or principles shape our mind, body, and spirit and how we can strengthen and rebalance them to improve the vitality of our lives.
Part 1 (5 classes)
A) Yinyang – a different idea of balance.
B) Two different yins and two different yangs.
C) The stabilizing principle and the five elements
In the first class, we look at the origin and meaning of yin-yang theory, how balance is much more than sitting in the middle between two extremes, and how this theory applies to exercise, health, and life in general. We then look at what 5 elements are and how the 5 element theory is a more elaborate extension of yin-yang theory.

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1160 days ago

Hi everyone!

Merve from Half Moon Bay

We have a cleaning company if you send me a text we can help you for your cleaning needs.

Thanks😊

1158 days ago

Woollen blankets

David from Pakuranga Heights

Double: Purple 2400mm x 1920mm.
Large Single: Tawny yellow 2000mm x 1700mm.
Used but in good condition; no rips or stains; purple has small repair.
$5 each. Text me on 021 1441729.

Price: $5

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1158 days ago

Rooster

Stephen from Pakuranga Heights

Hi everyone. There’s a rooster strutting between 2 & 4 Alton Terrace , Pakuranga Heights . Partial to even number houses ; not odd ! Anyone missing it ?

1159 days ago

What have you got for good feng shui in your garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, the July issue of NZ Gardener features the courtyard garden of feng shui expert Boon Yap in her Taipa home. She's also shared some practical tips on getting good feng shui in your garden.

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1159 days ago

Interested in making our streets safer from crime?

John Gibbs-Newton from Howick Botany Neighbourhood Support

Howick Botany Neighbourhood Support are holding a Training Meeting for Street Coordinators at Willowbank Shool Staffroom, 56 Middlefield Drive on 7th July at 7:30pm. This is open to existing Street Coordinators and others interested in making their neighbourhood safer and more resilient in the … View moreHowick Botany Neighbourhood Support are holding a Training Meeting for Street Coordinators at Willowbank Shool Staffroom, 56 Middlefield Drive on 7th July at 7:30pm. This is open to existing Street Coordinators and others interested in making their neighbourhood safer and more resilient in the face of crime and other community adversity.
The Police will be represented and able to answer questions about the value of setting up a Neighbourhood Support Group in your area.
If you would like more information ring Gay on 0272712494 or 09 5348184.

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1162 days ago

Locals fume after approval of earthworks for replacement Huia Water Treatment Plant

Lucy Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Local groups in west Auckland are “bitterly disappointed” after resource consent was granted in relation to the replacement of a water treatment plant. They claim Auckland Council ignored expert advice on the risks for the project to spread kauri dieback disease.

Watercare had applied for … View more
Local groups in west Auckland are “bitterly disappointed” after resource consent was granted in relation to the replacement of a water treatment plant. They claim Auckland Council ignored expert advice on the risks for the project to spread kauri dieback disease.

Watercare had applied for resource consent to carry out earthworks and vegetation removal for the upcoming replacement of the Huia Water Treatment Plant.

Titirangi Protection Group’s (TPG) spokeswoman Belynda Groot said “it’s totally wrong” for consent to be given after abundant evidence from kauri dieback and ecology experts at the resource consent hearing in April this year advised against the build.

Click the link below to read the full story.

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1159 days ago

Fabrication apprenticeship available in Rosedale.

Competenz

SRS group have highly skilled engineers that are able to pass on their skills and knowledge in this Junior Fabricator apprenticeship position available now!

Do you know someone who might be interested in this opportunity? Get in touch now

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1159 days ago

Learn new skills, unlock your future.

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Want to grow your knowledge and skills to boost your career options?

We can help you develop your skill set with one of our courses in Team Leadership, Adminstration & Technology or Money Management.

Enrolments are now open with classes starting in July 2021. Don’t miss out! … View more
Want to grow your knowledge and skills to boost your career options?

We can help you develop your skill set with one of our courses in Team Leadership, Adminstration & Technology or Money Management.

Enrolments are now open with classes starting in July 2021. Don’t miss out! Sign up today.
Find out more

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