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A 59-year-old newspaper found inside a house’s wall cavity shows Aucklanders in the 1960s were preoccupied with house prices and pandemics – much as they are today.
Mike and Julie Ann Sewell have been renovating their home in Torbay, on the North Shore, for the past two months.
Contractor … View moreA 59-year-old newspaper found inside a house’s wall cavity shows Aucklanders in the 1960s were preoccupied with house prices and pandemics – much as they are today.
Mike and Julie Ann Sewell have been renovating their home in Torbay, on the North Shore, for the past two months.
Contractor Tyrin Perenara found the copy of the North Shore Advertiser, from November 14, 1962, in a wall cavity in the lounge.
It appeared it had been placed in the wall as a time capsule, as written on the front page was: “Ted Peters and Roger Broomfield put this here”.
Julie Ann Sewell said that they had found the newspaper “quite humorous”, especially the old advertisements.
“The prices in those days were really cheap compared to these days.”
According to an advert for Cross’ Supermarket, a can of Oak Spaghetti cost about 1 shilling and six pence – about 15 cents. Today, it sells for about $1.29 at Pakn’Save.
Much like 2021, there was a focus on mass vaccination in 1962, but for polio instead of coronavirus.
But unlike 2021, houses on the North Shore were “easily financed”, according to an advert by PTY Industries, which sold “architect designed homes” for mortgages of less than £3 per week.
Click 'read more' to see what else was in the news in 1962, including a high school "leg show" and a strange creature seen in Lake Pupuke.
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Kia Ora New Zealand! Nominations are OPEN for this year’s Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa!
The awards recognise the achievements and contributions of an inspirational Kiwi who has made a significant contribution to our country this year.
There are a … View moreKia Ora New Zealand! Nominations are OPEN for this year’s Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa!
The awards recognise the achievements and contributions of an inspirational Kiwi who has made a significant contribution to our country this year.
There are a number of categories to nominate for, so what are you waiting for?! Who will be the 2022 New Zealander of the Year? Nominate Now!
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We truly believe in the support and tools they provide to help digitally upskill … View moreWe're very excited to announce Digital Boost as our new Neighbourly partner.
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Kia ora neighbours. The only decile one school on the North Shore has reopened after a $19.5 million rebuild.
Onepoto Primary in Northcote was given $19.5 million for a total rebuild in May 2018, due to the poor and neglected condition of its classrooms – which included leaks.
The rebuild also … View moreKia ora neighbours. The only decile one school on the North Shore has reopened after a $19.5 million rebuild.
Onepoto Primary in Northcote was given $19.5 million for a total rebuild in May 2018, due to the poor and neglected condition of its classrooms – which included leaks.
The rebuild also increased the school’s capacity to around 385 students in anticipation of Kāinga Ora’s Northcote Development of 1600 terraced homes, including a third each of state, KiwiBuild and open market homes.
Principal of three years Danielle Latoa-Levi said the school was in crisis prior to the rebuild and there had been doubt the school would reopen at all.
Now, the school has four modern teaching “studios” – equal to 16 classrooms and the roll is expected to reach 80 students next week.
Click 'read more' for the full story.
⚡ Weather and supply has been the scapegoat for the price hikes, but the truth is that New Zealand’s electricity market is broken - denying Kiwis access to fair pricing. 👎🏽 Over 100,000 NZ households are currently living in energy hardship, and if things continue, more families will be … View more⚡ Weather and supply has been the scapegoat for the price hikes, but the truth is that New Zealand’s electricity market is broken - denying Kiwis access to fair pricing. 👎🏽 Over 100,000 NZ households are currently living in energy hardship, and if things continue, more families will be at risk.
Kiwis deserve better, which is why we’re fighting for power affordability for all of us. But we can’t do it alone.
Join us in the Revolt to bring power prices down, by signing the petition to demand that the Government reforms NZ’s broken electricity market. #Powergate ✊🏾 ✊🏿 ✊🏼 ✊🏽
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Police are investigating an aggravated robbery at a Raines Avenue in Forrest Hill on Sunday 8 August.
Four offenders entered the store just after 4pm on Sunday and stolen the till.
The store owner has suffered minor injuries after being assaulted during the robbery and is understandably shaken by … View morePolice are investigating an aggravated robbery at a Raines Avenue in Forrest Hill on Sunday 8 August.
Four offenders entered the store just after 4pm on Sunday and stolen the till.
The store owner has suffered minor injuries after being assaulted during the robbery and is understandably shaken by what has occurred.
The four offenders fled in a stolen Subaru, which has since been located near the store. It has since been reported to Police that the offenders have then got into a silver vehicle and fled the area.
Police would like to hear from anyone who recognises any of the four offenders or has any information to assist our investigation.
They can contact Police on 105 quoting the file number 210808/4300. You can also send us a private Facebook message.
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We have some of the best dentists and oral hygienists in New Zealand in our team … View moreWhether you are visiting us for professional teeth cleaning, a routine oral health check, emergency dentistry or dental treatment to manage pain or infection, Auckland Family Dental is ready to be at your service.
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Stationary vs stationery. Remember stationary – the ‘a’ in ary is for stopping At the lights. The ‘e’ in ery is for Envelope.
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Safe H2O Auckland are now operating in your area. The Safe H2O process retains and purifies your precious water, meaning there is no requirement to purchase replacement water.
The mobile unit is equipped with state-of-the-art nano-filtration. Tank sediment is vacuumed from the bottom of the tank… View moreSafe H2O Auckland are now operating in your area. The Safe H2O process retains and purifies your precious water, meaning there is no requirement to purchase replacement water.
The mobile unit is equipped with state-of-the-art nano-filtration. Tank sediment is vacuumed from the bottom of the tank and the balance of the water is cycled through the system removing pesticides and other contaminants to make your drinking water safe. The purified water is returned to the tank ready for use.
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