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2004 days ago

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2004 days ago

Will you use the fare free public transport this month ?

Todd Niall Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi Neighbours, if you fancy some free tripping around, mark Sunday June 23 in your calendar. Auckland Transport is making that day fare-free to mark 100 million trips being taken inside a year. Will you ride ?

Please type NP if you don't want your comments used in print

2004 days ago

Poll: Are some kids playing too much sport these days?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC data suggests that an increasing number of kids are injuring themselves on the sports field, with a 60% surge in sports-related injuries for kids aged 10 to 14 over the past decade.

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Are some kids playing too much sport these days?
  • 18.2% Yes, and they’re getting burnt out
    18.2% Complete
  • 32.5% Unsure, every kid is different and it depends
    32.5% Complete
  • 49.3% No, it’s more important kids are active
    49.3% Complete
1219 votes
2004 days ago

The hunt is on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this month's magazine, we've got a special competition. We're looking for a houseplant hero! We're already seeing some amazing early bird entries, but perhaps your collection is even better? Let's see! Click through to find out how to enter.

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2005 days ago

Simple Buildings, Designed Well

The Groves

The Groves Homes is a collection of newly constructed Terraced Homes & Apartments located in Glendene, Auckland. The development was designed to be a small community and built on the original Palmers Plant Barn site, which had operated on the site since 1912. The Groves at 4155 Great North … View moreThe Groves Homes is a collection of newly constructed Terraced Homes & Apartments located in Glendene, Auckland. The development was designed to be a small community and built on the original Palmers Plant Barn site, which had operated on the site since 1912. The Groves at 4155 Great North Road, Glendene is a mixed-use development encompassing all you need at your doorstep whilst still providing the seclusion of a modern residential enclave. There is a 24hr Anytime Fitness, BestStart Childcare, food, café, & light retail also located on site.

The Development boasts 3 types of Homes - The Percy, The Jones & The Palmers which all vary in size and price, and will appeal to families, young professionals, investors and your lock up & leave residents. Move in date is expected in early November and requires a 10% Deposit which will secure your new home now. 1 Bedroom homes start from $399,000 & 2 bedroom from $549,000, and 3 bedroom from $689,000.

The show home & office is located on-site & open in the weekends from 1-3pm or by appointment if that doesn’t work for you. If you have any further questions or want further information, please get in touch below.

William Koreman
www.thegroves.co.nz
e. william@matvin.co.nz
p. 021 075 5656
Book an appointment

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2005 days ago

Have you received one of these "disturbing" letters?

Nicole Lawton Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, several people across Auckland have received handwritten letters from someone claiming to be in contact with the letter recipient's deceased children. The situation is understandably distressing for those targeted. Have you, or anyone you know, received one of these letters?
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Hi neighbours, several people across Auckland have received handwritten letters from someone claiming to be in contact with the letter recipient's deceased children. The situation is understandably distressing for those targeted. Have you, or anyone you know, received one of these letters?
Please state "NFP" (not for publication) if you don't want your comments published.

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2005 days ago

Re: Look Good. Feel Great. Love Life

Naz from Windsor Park

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2010 days ago

Are you good at taking photos?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

Hi Aucklanders. Today marks the start of the Auckland Festival of Photography, with exhibitions being held at galleries around the region. Anyone with access to a camera, including phone cameras, has the opportunity to take part in the festival with the Nikon Auckland Photo Day competition. Just … View moreHi Aucklanders. Today marks the start of the Auckland Festival of Photography, with exhibitions being held at galleries around the region. Anyone with access to a camera, including phone cameras, has the opportunity to take part in the festival with the Nikon Auckland Photo Day competition. Just take a photo at any time on June 8 that showcases your slice of Auckland. The photo can be anything you want, including snaps of friends and family. All entries will be stored in a unique archive that currently has over 15,000 photos dating back to 2004. An exhibition of last year's top 30 entries is on display at the waterfront of Te Wero Island.
[Photo credit: 'Queens Street' by Murray Cammick, on display at Black Asterisk.]

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2010 days ago

How does the rise in water charges affect you?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours. From July, water and wastewater prices are going up in Auckland. For an average three-person household, the price hike will increase the water and wastewater charges by $2.30 a month. How will the rise in prices affect you? What do you think the additional money you have to fork out … View moreHi neighbours. From July, water and wastewater prices are going up in Auckland. For an average three-person household, the price hike will increase the water and wastewater charges by $2.30 a month. How will the rise in prices affect you? What do you think the additional money you have to fork out would be better spent on?
(Put NFP in your post if it is not for publication).

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2005 days ago

Foster Hope Pyjama Drive - AB Electrical Browns Bay Drop Off Point

Angela from

A big thanks to the community, we have collected 4 pairs of new pyjama's so far.

AB Electrical is proud to be supporting Foster Hope with their Pyjama Drive from now until 30 June 2019.

Your donation of new winter pyjamas enables these children (age 0-18) to sleep well as the temperatures … View more
A big thanks to the community, we have collected 4 pairs of new pyjama's so far.

AB Electrical is proud to be supporting Foster Hope with their Pyjama Drive from now until 30 June 2019.

Your donation of new winter pyjamas enables these children (age 0-18) to sleep well as the temperatures drop over the winter months, and provides them with the comfort of knowing the community cares about them.

Please drop into our showroom: 753 Beach Road, Browns Bay and drop off a pair of new pyjamas with love.

#creatingthedifference #abelectrical #electricians #electrician #sparky #LEDLighting #Auckland #renovations #newbuilds #fitouts #ev #electricvehiclecharging #fosterhopenz

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2005 days ago

Severe thunderstorms, tornado possible for upper North Island

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Area: Auckland
Valid: 8:00am to 4:00pm Wednesday
Forecast: Northeast gales gusting 100 km/h in exposed places.
Changes: The Watch for northeast winds has now been upgraded to a Warning. However between 9pm Wednesday and 6am Thursday, west to southwest winds are expected to rise to gale and may … View more
Area: Auckland
Valid: 8:00am to 4:00pm Wednesday
Forecast: Northeast gales gusting 100 km/h in exposed places.
Changes: The Watch for northeast winds has now been upgraded to a Warning. However between 9pm Wednesday and 6am Thursday, west to southwest winds are expected to rise to gale and may approach severe gale in exposed places and a Watch is in force.

Rain accumulation may approach short duration Warning criteria in some places. Localised downpours and squally thunderstorms are possible.

Area: Northland
Valid: 6 hours from 6:00am to 12:00pm Wednesday
Forecast: Rain accumulation may approach short duration Warning criteria in some places. Localised downpours and squally thunderstorms are possible.

Read more here.

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2006 days ago

Sick of the traffic? Work local!

Hibiscus Contractors

Hibiscus Contractors Ltd is a civil contracting business based in Silverdale, just north of Auckland. The company has been helping to build Auckland’s infrastructure for over 39 years. We have a large amount of work ahead of us and are seeking motivated people to come and join our team.

If you… View more
Hibiscus Contractors Ltd is a civil contracting business based in Silverdale, just north of Auckland. The company has been helping to build Auckland’s infrastructure for over 39 years. We have a large amount of work ahead of us and are seeking motivated people to come and join our team.

If you are looking for a change or would like to work closer to home, we have positions for:

- Stabilisation personnel
- Excavator operators
- General hands
- Plant operators
- Truck and trailer drivers

Please contact Tegan at tegan@hibiscus-contractors.co.nz or call 09 426 4179
Learn more

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