Bucklands Beach, Auckland

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1101 days ago

Speeding Cars

Sara from Bucklands Beach

Hi neighbours! First time posting here, we live in Bucklands Beach and have noticed the amount of cars speeding all around, specially now with the good weather. I was just crossing the street today in Hattaway Av and someone literally almost run me over, the car must have been doing 80 or 90km/h.
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Hi neighbours! First time posting here, we live in Bucklands Beach and have noticed the amount of cars speeding all around, specially now with the good weather. I was just crossing the street today in Hattaway Av and someone literally almost run me over, the car must have been doing 80 or 90km/h.
Is there anything being done about this? I guess it is a police thing about speeding but must be something to bring up with the council to add more safety on the road like speed bumps etc.
Thanks, Sara

1097 days ago

Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis New Zealand!

Resene ColorShop

Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis New Zealand!

The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated. Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene orange testpots (includes metallics and wood … View more
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis New Zealand!

The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated. Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene orange testpots (includes metallics and wood stains) at Resene owned ColorShops.

Help us help our fellow kiwis.
Find your local Resene ColorShop

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1097 days ago

Do you need reliable, affordable internet?

The Team from NZ Compare

Kiwis simply need good internet! We all want to avoid buffering of doom and zoom meetings freezing but when it comes to switching your broadband plan or provider, it can be overwhelming with so many to choose from. Broadband Compare can help you!

NZ Compare CEO Gavin Male spoke to TV Three’s, … View more
Kiwis simply need good internet! We all want to avoid buffering of doom and zoom meetings freezing but when it comes to switching your broadband plan or provider, it can be overwhelming with so many to choose from. Broadband Compare can help you!

NZ Compare CEO Gavin Male spoke to TV Three’s, The AM Show about broadband connectivity in NZ, the cost of broadband and how prices have fallen, and connectivity improved. Check out the clip here.

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1098 days ago

Seven key reasons why you need to write your will

Public Trust

"Having a will in place means your family knows exactly what to do when you pass away. They can feel at ease knowing they are carrying out your final wishes the way you wanted." Kiran Prasad Principal Trustee in Wellington. Kiran had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of … View more"Having a will in place means your family knows exactly what to do when you pass away. They can feel at ease knowing they are carrying out your final wishes the way you wanted." Kiran Prasad Principal Trustee in Wellington. Kiran had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of sorting a will, especially when your circumstances change or at a key life stages. Check out the article in the link below.

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1098 days ago

Help us to "Light up Loneliness" by encouraging your local council to get involved.

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Loneliness is a growing issue for Kiwis of all ages. But the good news is, that it is solvable!


The NZ Coalition to End Loneliness is running a ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign this month to raise awareness and encourage action on loneliness across Aotearoa.

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Loneliness is a growing issue for Kiwis of all ages. But the good news is, that it is solvable!


The NZ Coalition to End Loneliness is running a ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign this month to raise awareness and encourage action on loneliness across Aotearoa.

The New Zealand Coalition to End Loneliness is a growing group of non-profit organisations, businesses and researchers working together to end loneliness for individuals, in communities, and at workplaces in New Zealand.

They are now calling on Local Government to help them “Light up loneliness”.

“Imagine if every Mayor and Council across New Zealand helped promote the “Lets End Loneliness” website and made tackling loneliness a priority, using their own local community resources,” says Stephanie Clare, Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive.

“It would be a gamechanger. Taking this issue out of the shadows, reducing the stigma and shame, and giving it light is the aim of the campaign” she says.

Social connection is a key factor for healthy, prosperous people, communities, and workplaces, but loneliness in New Zealand is increasing. In the March 2021 quarter 18.4% of New Zealanders felt lonely most, all or some of the time, up from 16.6% in 2018, and 13.9% in 2014.

“Many of us have experienced loneliness at some time in our lives and we know that feels horrible, but it can be addressed and solved. Together we can end loneliness for New Zealanders who feel isolated” says Sam Johnson, Founder and Chief Executive of Student Volunteer Army.

The letsendloneliness.co.nz website provides information on tackling loneliness and where to get help, as well as up-to-date news and research.

“The website is designed as a source of information which also links people to support services. We challenge every Local Council in New Zealand to create a link on their own websites to letsendloneliness.co.nz” says Sam Johnson.

The recent COVID-19 lockdown highlights that everyone can feel isolated and lonely. Catherine Hall, Chief Executive of Alzheimers New Zealand believes everyone should feel safe, supported, loved, and connected.

“Sadly, people often find family, whānau and friends take a step back just when they need them most. We stand alongside our coalition partners and with all New Zealanders, to make sure no one feels alone.”

Help light up loneliness! The campaign is not just for councils. Anyone can create a link to the letsendloneliness.co.nz or post a mention through social media channels to support the ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign.

Together we can end loneliness, one person, one community, one workplace at a time.

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1102 days ago

Prescription Fees during lockdown .?

Stephen from Pakuranga Heights

Hi everyone . Hope you are all well during this lockdown . I need a repeat prescription for my medication. Pakuranga Medical Centre say I need to book a phone consultation to get it ( charged at the normal consult fee . ) I have been on the same medication for 4 years ; no problem . Why do I … View moreHi everyone . Hope you are all well during this lockdown . I need a repeat prescription for my medication. Pakuranga Medical Centre say I need to book a phone consultation to get it ( charged at the normal consult fee . ) I have been on the same medication for 4 years ; no problem . Why do I need to pay for this , as I am otherwise well. My doctor will just just ask how I am , I’ll say fine and then charge me $45 . Is this fair ? What are your thoughts ?
Stephen

1098 days ago

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1098 days ago

The Ultimate Alternative to school!

Vision College

Does your teen disengage at school? At Vision College, we offer the ‘Ultimate’ alternative to school!

The Ultimate programmes are free and designed for 16-19 year olds who didn’t enjoy school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future. Ultimate offers the… View more
Does your teen disengage at school? At Vision College, we offer the ‘Ultimate’ alternative to school!

The Ultimate programmes are free and designed for 16-19 year olds who didn’t enjoy school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future. Ultimate offers the opportunity for students to earn NZQA qualifications, credits towards NCEA Level 1 and 2, and explore a range of practical study and career tasters.

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1099 days ago

Dreaming about starting your own food business?

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Join us for one day for a live and interactive workshop to learn about how to start turning your food business dream into reality. Starting with important information from your local council and working through the approval process. We will also talk about farmer’s markets, pop-ups, food control … View moreJoin us for one day for a live and interactive workshop to learn about how to start turning your food business dream into reality. Starting with important information from your local council and working through the approval process. We will also talk about farmer’s markets, pop-ups, food control plans and how to cost your food.

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1101 days ago

Guava moth

David from Pakuranga Heights

Dear Neighbours
Regrettably, the dreaded guava moth has become a permanent curse. If you have fruit trees on your property, you'll find the fruit (especially stone fruit like plums, peaches, etc) uneatable. The guava moth will even have a go at citrus.
You'll see a tiny pinhole bored into… View more
Dear Neighbours
Regrettably, the dreaded guava moth has become a permanent curse. If you have fruit trees on your property, you'll find the fruit (especially stone fruit like plums, peaches, etc) uneatable. The guava moth will even have a go at citrus.
You'll see a tiny pinhole bored into your fruit where the guava moth has laid its egg. The egg hatches into a grub, about one centimetre long, which destroys the interior of the fruit.

There is no adequate spray to combat this pest (introduced from Australia in recent years and gradually working its way down the North Island, having reached Hamilton so far). Nurseries recommend neem oil but unless you achieve total coverage of the fruit, it does not protect it.

The guava moth spells the end of the backyard orchard. Commercially, when it reaches the Bay of Plenty, it will be devastating to our economy. It has already caused orchardists in the north to remove their feijoas and some people are cutting down their plum trees.

There is one thing we can do to limit this evil pest. Please, please pick up windfall fruit and seal it in a plastic bag before throwing it in the rubbish. A bread bag will do the job nicely. Do not compost this fallen fruit as the grubs will still emerge, pupate and develop into new moths to continue their devastating work.

If you put the fruit into a bucket of water overnight, you will see the grubs when they emerge and they can be tipped down the sink. By destroying what we can of these pests, we can limit the effect of the next generation.
You will find that the fruit which drops off the tree early, with a smudge of ripeness on one side, is fruit already attacked by the guava moth which is in a hurry to emerge and find a convenient place to form its cocoon (from whence it will emerge as a new moth).

The only effective way I know of to limit this pest is the sealed plastic bag method. In this way, we reduce second generation numbers. Please give it a go.

Many thanks, David H.

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1099 days ago

Pickup you and your kids rubbish, and poops, please

Staysey from Highland Park

Hi Everyone I thought I'd just like to remind those who's out and about enjoying the sunshine at parks, reserves, beaches... Pickup your rubbish and food scraps! I see kinder bueno box, food wraps, chip bags, mountain dew cans 😷.. this is not representative of our lovely … View moreHi Everyone I thought I'd just like to remind those who's out and about enjoying the sunshine at parks, reserves, beaches... Pickup your rubbish and food scraps! I see kinder bueno box, food wraps, chip bags, mountain dew cans 😷.. this is not representative of our lovely neighbourhood... but surely a sight for sore eyes. Worse thing is seeing chicken bones and dogs suffering from other people's dirty scraps. Let's be tidy Kiwis :) Bring reusable bags and containers , your own rubbish bags if you have to... thank you 🙏

1099 days ago

Graffiti update!

Louise Beuvink from Beautification Trust

Our hard-working crew removed 124 tags in the Howick area in October. Seen a new tag pop up over lockdown? Report it online and we'll remove it as quickly as possible: www.beautification.org.nz....
A BIG thank you to the community for all your reports and for helping us clean up graffiti … View more
Our hard-working crew removed 124 tags in the Howick area in October. Seen a new tag pop up over lockdown? Report it online and we'll remove it as quickly as possible: www.beautification.org.nz....
A BIG thank you to the community for all your reports and for helping us clean up graffiti vandalism. We couldn't do it without you. Ngā mihi nui 🙏💙💚

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1099 days ago

L shaped couch

Kajal from Pakuranga Heights

Ideal for redoing. Needs a good clean and one seat broke, other seat springs are starting to go. Upholstery is decent...no holes.
Available until the weekend.

Free

1099 days ago

Howick Village November Nights 2021

The Team from Howick Village Association

Come and enjoy some Christmas shopping from the 11th November 2021!

With rock and roll music from EastFM and a mini hot rod display, visit your favourite stores in Howick this November.

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1099 days ago

Kōwhai magazine is out now!

In this spring edition we’re looking at ways to promote being kind to yourself – both physically and mentally.

Learn yoga poses from Ryman resident and yoga lover Lynette. Brighten up your garden while enjoying some fresh air, with tips from landscaping guru Matt.

We all know that food … View more
In this spring edition we’re looking at ways to promote being kind to yourself – both physically and mentally.

Learn yoga poses from Ryman resident and yoga lover Lynette. Brighten up your garden while enjoying some fresh air, with tips from landscaping guru Matt.

We all know that food brings people together, so follow Manu’s guide to creating the most delicious platter to share with your friends and whānau.
Read our free online copy

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