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1083 days ago

Auckland Council pools and leisure centres to open with vaccination requirements

The Team from Auckland Council

Our 42 pool and leisure centres will require all Aucklanders aged 12 and over to be fully vaccinated in order to use their facilities, under the Red and Orange Protection Framework levels.

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1084 days ago

In challenging times, you’re in good hands

William Sanders Retirement Village

Every Ryman retirement village is a supportive community where residents can thrive – even in difficult times.

While we observe strict safety protocols, we’ve found ways to make sure our residents can stay connected.

Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll always find a warm welcome at … View more
Every Ryman retirement village is a supportive community where residents can thrive – even in difficult times.

While we observe strict safety protocols, we’ve found ways to make sure our residents can stay connected.

Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll always find a warm welcome at Ryman.

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1084 days ago

Biggest Ever Black Friday Bed SaleI!

Beds 4 U

The wait is over… the Black Friday Bed Sale is Live! Get Black Friday discounts today on a huge range of beds, mattresses & pillows. Plus get Free Local Delivery* 😍 Oh and did you hear? Up To 65% Off on NZ made beds... hurry... Your dream sleep is awaiting you!

👉Click here … View more
The wait is over… the Black Friday Bed Sale is Live! Get Black Friday discounts today on a huge range of beds, mattresses & pillows. Plus get Free Local Delivery* 😍 Oh and did you hear? Up To 65% Off on NZ made beds... hurry... Your dream sleep is awaiting you!

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✅60 Night's Comfort Guarantee
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*Apply Code (BLACKFRIDAY) before purchase to claim free local delivery. Free Shipping on Online Orders above $699 and only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last.
Find out more

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1085 days ago

When does NZ move to the 'traffic light system'?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hundreds of thousands of Kiwis who do not yet have both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine face a tightening of their freedoms on December 3, when the Government moves the entire country into the new “traffic-light” system.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the date on Monday, saying … View more
Hundreds of thousands of Kiwis who do not yet have both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine face a tightening of their freedoms on December 3, when the Government moves the entire country into the new “traffic-light” system.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the date on Monday, saying Covid-19 was not going to be eradicated from New Zealand.

“The hard truth is that Delta is here and not going away,” Ardern said.

While Aucklanders will finally see an end to New Zealand’s longest lockdown, those in other parts of the country could face far more restrictions if they have not been fully-vaccinated.

Read more here.

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1084 days ago

We Say/You Say: Should the Hauraki Gulf be protected?

Reporter North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours,

A new poll released by the Hauraki Gulf Forum has found there is overwhelming public support for more measures to protect and restore the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana.

Of over 1000 respondents, 81% said they love and have a very strong attachment to the Gulf, including its … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

A new poll released by the Hauraki Gulf Forum has found there is overwhelming public support for more measures to protect and restore the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana.

Of over 1000 respondents, 81% said they love and have a very strong attachment to the Gulf, including its beaches, shorelines and islands. The greatest public concerns for the health of the Gulf are plastics (73% of respondents said this had the most negative impact), sewage (72%), chemicals (70%), and commercial fishing (63%).

Methods proposed to protect the Gulf include planting all waterways, re-establishing lost shellfish-beds and reefs, and banning fishing methods such as dredging and bottom-trawling that damage the sea-floor. 84% of respondents supported these actions, with less than 3% in opposition.

Do you love being in/around the Gulf, and do you think it should be protected? Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the conversations section of the North Shore Times.

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1084 days ago

Where's wallaby? Drone sweeps Long Bay Regional Park in search of pest

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Skippy, where the bloody hell are ya?

Not at Long Bay Regional Park, apparently.

A suspected wallaby has kept Auckland Council busy since a park volunteer claimed to have spotted it in April.

But trail cameras and a wallaby detector dog have been unsuccessful in detecting the wallaby, while scat… View more
Skippy, where the bloody hell are ya?

Not at Long Bay Regional Park, apparently.

A suspected wallaby has kept Auckland Council busy since a park volunteer claimed to have spotted it in April.

But trail cameras and a wallaby detector dog have been unsuccessful in detecting the wallaby, while scat samples collected for analysis ended up belonging to a possum.

As night fell on Wednesday, a team of forest survey specialists took to the sky with a thermal and night vision drone, in a final attempt to prove or rule out the wallaby’s existence entirely.

Click below to learn more about the technology used for the search and to see what was found. Video by Stuff visual journalist Chris McKeen.

1102 days ago

Mission Bay water fountain to be switched back on

Reporter Auckland Stuff

Mission Bay’s Memorial Fountain will be switched back on this weekend after 19 months as water restrictions in Auckland are lifted.

But Auckland Council is reminding people not to splash about in the fountain, which is a memorial for the nephew of late Auckland mayor Sir Ernest Davis.

“We… View more
Mission Bay’s Memorial Fountain will be switched back on this weekend after 19 months as water restrictions in Auckland are lifted.

But Auckland Council is reminding people not to splash about in the fountain, which is a memorial for the nephew of late Auckland mayor Sir Ernest Davis.

“We are very fortunate to have this stunning memorial located on our waterfront,” Ōrākei Local Board chair Scott Milne said.

“That we are now able to turn it on again is great news, and something we are sure many will be pleased to learn because the fountain really is an attraction that visitors from all over the city come to see.”

The fountain was built in 1947 as a memorial to Trevor Moss Davis, the nephew of late Auckland mayor Sir Ernest Davis.

Ōrākei Local Board chair Scott Milne said visitors need to be considerate when heading to Selwyn Reserve.

“It I s also a good opportunity to remind people that we need to be mindful and respectful of the fact that it is a memorial, and not a splash pad or paddling pool,” he said.

The fountain was turned off in February 2020 as Auckland entered a drought.

It was turned on briefly in March for the America’s Cup finals, but has mostly been empty for the past 19 months.

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1085 days ago

Buying a new home or investment property?

Climate Insights - Auckland

Hi Neighbours,
Over the last 12 months there were 35,549 houses sold in Auckland; 54% of recently surveyed Kiwis said they would take climate change into account before purchasing.

Let us help you make an informed decision before buying in Auckland. Get your climate risk report today - ready … View more
Hi Neighbours,
Over the last 12 months there were 35,549 houses sold in Auckland; 54% of recently surveyed Kiwis said they would take climate change into account before purchasing.

Let us help you make an informed decision before buying in Auckland. Get your climate risk report today - ready in 5 minutes!

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1114 days ago

"Yes. We are good at building decks ,too"

Shelly from Urban & Lifestyle Builders - "NO CONSENT' 30m2 BUILDING & DESIGN

Would you like a new deck for summer?

We are able to design and construct a wonderful deck for you.
Think about it and give us a call.
09 449 1613
E: info@urbanbuild.co.nz

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1085 days ago

PERFECT LOCKDOWN & Xmas PRESENT.Price Negotiable.RRP $17000

Ildiko from Takapuna

Perfect Xmas present for years to come in and out of lockdowns to ensure you always have a fitness machine in your home so you can keep as fit even when gyms aren’t open/ or stay safe in your bubble.

Takapuna pick up.

My all times favourite fitness machine as a holistic personal trainer and… View more
Perfect Xmas present for years to come in and out of lockdowns to ensure you always have a fitness machine in your home so you can keep as fit even when gyms aren’t open/ or stay safe in your bubble.

Takapuna pick up.

My all times favourite fitness machine as a holistic personal trainer and qualified Power Plate Instructor

The Original Power Plate Pro5
RRP $17K
powerplate.co.nz...

Don’t be misled! NOT ALL Vibrational Plates built the same! Cheaper one can cause harm!

Power Plate is Certified M.E.D.I.C.A.L device!
Used in hospitals & physio theraphy places!

Absolutely misunderstood fact that You just stand on it! No! You exercise on it to get the result.

Built on space technology: A new treatment under study by NASA-funded doctors could reverse bone loss experienced by astronauts in space by using vibrational machines.

science.nasa.gov...

Thanks to the acceleration, it also speeds up your result:
to loose fat
build muscle
achieve flexibility
reduce cellulite
increase bone density in a FUN way!

You can combine using it with weights, stretchy bands, Pilates ring, even TRX etc.

I taught Step Aerobics classes and Circuit Training on Power Plates for 20-50 year olds

My 80 year old client loved it as it helped her to not only reduce her dress size but reduced her cellulite

My athletes loved it as it’s much harder to train with it then with weights only and the muscles got tired faster, which resulted in faster results

My 40+ year olds loved it for general fitness purposes and increased flexibility much faster then going to yoga

I love using these machines for 14 years as it’s a fun and time efficient way to exercise.

Well loved and well looked after.

Comes with a FREE shock and noise absorber. RRP $890

Works perfectly!
An incredible investment in your well-being you’ll be pleased you’ve made.

Price: $7,700

1085 days ago

Auckland, meet your 2022 Kiwibank Local Hero Medallists

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

From fighting against poverty to supporting youth social development, you may recognise one of these champions going above and beyond to make your neighbourhood a better place.

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1097 days ago

Police searching for missing woman in Sandringham

Reporter Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Police are appealing to the public for sightings of missing woman Cindy Li, from Sandringham.

Cindy, aged 70, has been missing since Tuesday morning. She is known to have left an address on Tranmere Road and failed to return.

Police believe she may be in the wider Auckland City … View more
Hi neighbours,

Police are appealing to the public for sightings of missing woman Cindy Li, from Sandringham.

Cindy, aged 70, has been missing since Tuesday morning. She is known to have left an address on Tranmere Road and failed to return.

Police believe she may be in the wider Auckland City area and are currently trying to locate her.

Cindy was last seen wearing a long sleeve t-shirt, long track pants and black shoes.

Anyone who sees Cindy should call 111.

Anyone with any information about her whereabouts or movements since yesterday morning should contact 105, quoting file number 211110/4026.

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1085 days ago

Would You Like A Well Designed, Safe & Compliant Outdoor Space To Enjoy This Summer?

Shelly from Urban & Lifestyle Builders - "NO CONSENT' 30m2 BUILDING & DESIGN

We can help with that -
With our design and landscaping skills, and reasonable costing - you can give yourself, family and friends a great place to rest, entertain or play.
Give us a call 449-1813, e: info@urbanbuild.co.nz or visit our website www.urbanbuild.co.nz...

1085 days ago

👀 Just Listed - 2-bed apartment close to Massey University campus

Gabrielle Elborough from

First-home buyers and astute investors look no further.
Viewing by Appointment only.
Call me .. 021 257 5018

A 2-bed home, with outdoor patio, maintained gardens, and shared use of tennis court.

Full details, photos and video:
barfoot.co.nz...

Negotiable

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1086 days ago

Independence + support = balance

William Sanders Retirement Village

We all value our independence, however over time our needs can change. Assisted-living apartments balance an independence lifestyle in a stylish apartment alongside support that makes life easier. Housekeeping, a chef-prepared meal, activities and outings, it’s the perfect balance.

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