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1301 days ago

We Say/You Say: Queen Street

The Team from Community News

Kia ora Auckland,

Should Queen Street be car-free?

Major roading upgrades are set to get underway on Queen Street which the council says will improve pedestrian spaces.

The work is set to begin on Monday between Shortland and Customs streets, limiting traffic to a single lane each way and … View more
Kia ora Auckland,

Should Queen Street be car-free?

Major roading upgrades are set to get underway on Queen Street which the council says will improve pedestrian spaces.

The work is set to begin on Monday between Shortland and Customs streets, limiting traffic to a single lane each way and with bus priority in the evening peak.

Some have expressed their concerns for the project including a group of businesses and landlords calling itself Save Queen. The group applied for an interim injunction to halt the council's planned Queen St upgrade and a High Court Judge will decide whether to approve the injunction later today.

Should the upgrade go even further and ban passenger vehicles altogether? Let us know in the comments and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment used in your local community paper.

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1301 days ago

Clearing out under the house...

John from HomeDownsize

Cleared out under a house as the house was being sold. The job didn't take long and some of the items pulled out were recycled as well as sold on which saved on dumping charges as well as the final bill.

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1300 days ago

Sofa slip-covers

Paddy from Hauraki

Hi
Can anyone recommend someone to make slip covers for a 3 seater sofa.

thanks 0211343401

1302 days ago

Kaipātiki Alone Together showcases lockdown images

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Images of life during lockdown in Kaipatiki are portrayed in a newly released book.

The edition follows an initiative by the Birkenhead, Beach Haven and Birkdale residents' associations inviting residents to upload photographs taken during Auckland's first lockdown in 2020.

"We … View more
Images of life during lockdown in Kaipatiki are portrayed in a newly released book.

The edition follows an initiative by the Birkenhead, Beach Haven and Birkdale residents' associations inviting residents to upload photographs taken during Auckland's first lockdown in 2020.

"We started this as a way to create and celebrate a sense of community during unprecedented times and to capture a snapshot of life under lockdown for future generations," said Birkenhead Residents Association chair Gillian Taylor.

“We were really inspired by people’s creativity which showed that spirit and resilience with images depicting the Bear Hunt, pavement art along with new ways to celebrate Easter and Anzac Day.

“There are other great photos people captured at home, through their windows and on their neighbourhood walks as well as the almost desolate scenes of roads empty of traffic or shoppers,” she said.

Commemorative books have been printed thanks to a grant from Kaipatiki Local Board.

These are displayed at the Northcote, Birkenhead and Glenfield libraries as well as the local board office.

The images can still be viewed and uploaded online.

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1301 days ago

Jennifer Huebert - Sea Habitue Exhibition

The Team from Depot Artspace

Current Street Front Gallery exhibitor - visual artist and archaeologist Jennifer Hueberts' prints blend traditional and newer techniques including linocuts, monotypes, and collage.

Her current body of work document the vibrant conversations that occur between light and motion in our world.
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Current Street Front Gallery exhibitor - visual artist and archaeologist Jennifer Hueberts' prints blend traditional and newer techniques including linocuts, monotypes, and collage.

Her current body of work document the vibrant conversations that occur between light and motion in our world.


Don't miss out on this Sunday 11-3 as Jennifer will be the artist on site doing live demos and available to talk deeper about her work. It's also a great opportunity to get a meaningful gift for Mother's day this Sunday whilst supporting a local artist.

1301 days ago

Tracey Williams - A Summer of Colour

The Team from Depot Artspace

One more week before Tracey Williams - A summer of colour exhibition in the Central Gallery ends next Tuesday 11 May.

An excellent opportunity to grab hold of some unique and refreshing artworks in time for Mother's day this sunday!

Tracey Williams is an artist based in the Hokianga but … View more
One more week before Tracey Williams - A summer of colour exhibition in the Central Gallery ends next Tuesday 11 May.

An excellent opportunity to grab hold of some unique and refreshing artworks in time for Mother's day this sunday!

Tracey Williams is an artist based in the Hokianga but currently travelling around the North Island in her bus, accompanied by her cat and a swag of vibrant eye-popping artworks, some of which pay homage to Frida Kahlo but which celebrate life in general in Aotearoa.

1302 days ago

Calling all young bands & musicians!

The Team from Depot Artspace

For NZ Music Month, Depot Sound Recording Studio is running a competition for secondary & intermediate North Shore musicians & bands.

Submit a song to win studio time & other great perks.

Judges include Laughton Kora, Sven Pettersen, Ed Knowles, Taisha Tari, Emme Lentino & Neil … View more
For NZ Music Month, Depot Sound Recording Studio is running a competition for secondary & intermediate North Shore musicians & bands.

Submit a song to win studio time & other great perks.

Judges include Laughton Kora, Sven Pettersen, Ed Knowles, Taisha Tari, Emme Lentino & Neil Baldock.

Competition is officially open now and submissions close on 31 May.

Help share the word!

See link below for full details & to submit your entry:

depotsound.co.nz...

#nzmm2021 #NZMusicMonth #DepotSound #northshoreschools #schoolscompetition #recordingstudio #secondaryschool #intermediateschool

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1302 days ago

Heartbeats Takapuna Meeting Leading Dietitian Guest Speaker

Trent Lash from

Heartbeats is a community-based, peer-to-peer support group for heart event survivors, their family and broader whanau.
Our membership is culturally diverse, and includes equal numbers of men and women, with an age range of 50 - 90 years.

We are a non-profit organization that aims to connect heart… View more
Heartbeats is a community-based, peer-to-peer support group for heart event survivors, their family and broader whanau.
Our membership is culturally diverse, and includes equal numbers of men and women, with an age range of 50 - 90 years.

We are a non-profit organization that aims to connect heart patients in the community and educate the broader public on heart disease and heart health management.

Our guest speaker this week is Anna Sloan, Registered Dietitian, who will be presenting, discussing and taking questions on heart healthy diets, dietary issues when taking heart medications, and critical dietary elements for sustainable heart health.

Where: Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Rd (behind Takapuna Libary)
When: Tomorrow THURSDAY, 6th May
Time: 10:00am

It free, so come along, bring a friend, and get some useful information on heart healthy diets and diet management plans for people with cardiovascular disease and heart issues.

For information: call Trent at 0220 606 199

1302 days ago

Mother's Day is this weekend

Sunday Star Times

Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code … View more
Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code SSTMOTHERSDAY at the checkout to redeem.

Hurry! Offer ends Sunday. T&C's apply.
Subscribe Now

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1302 days ago

Hot Dogs

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

A New York street food classic prepared by our Diploma Chefs. Our own succulent Chorizo sausages served in a soft bread with pickled and crispy onions, cucumbers, mayonnaise and garnished with bean sprouts.

1303 days ago

The benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus.

NumberWorks'nWords Takapuna

As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking … View more
As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus!

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1307 days ago

Million-dollar dumps: Auckland's $5.8m Carlile House deemed 'dangerous building'

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Carlile House in Auckland’s Grey Lynn is slowly crumbling away.

Its owners, the United Church of Tonga, claim the land’s significance as home to the first Tongan congregation in New Zealand is being neglected by Auckland Council, in favour of its history as an orphanage, preventing the site … View more
Carlile House in Auckland’s Grey Lynn is slowly crumbling away.

Its owners, the United Church of Tonga, claim the land’s significance as home to the first Tongan congregation in New Zealand is being neglected by Auckland Council, in favour of its history as an orphanage, preventing the site from being developed.

Because of the building's status as a category one historic place and a stalemate with Auckland Council, Carlile House cannot be repaired or demolished.

However, the situation has recently become of higher concern to both parties, following the recent partial collapse of the building’s roof.

Click 'read more' for the full story.

1303 days ago

Do your curtains & blinds need a professional clean?

The Team from Textile Cleaning Services

Textile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.

We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.

Help is just a phone call away.

Having cleaned thousands of curtains, … View more
Textile Cleaning is a one-stop-shop for all curtain cleaning needs - no matter how big or small.

We offer full take-down and rehang service and can provide replacement curtains while your drapes are being cleaned.

Help is just a phone call away.

Having cleaned thousands of curtains, drapes and blinds across Auckland for over 25 years, Textile Cleaning is highly recommended!
Find out more

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1303 days ago

Queen bed and base

Martin from Northcote

Bed and base including mattress topper and fitted electric blanket (working order)
Must take all items

Free

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1303 days ago

Māori carving found in bushes after being stolen from Auckland apartment building

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A “treasured” Māori carving stolen from an apartment building has been found in bushes not far away.

The carving was stolen from the Fernz Motel and Apartments in Birkenhead, on Auckland’s North Shore, on April 28.

A man was captured on CCTV taking the “unique” piece, then leaving on … View more
A “treasured” Māori carving stolen from an apartment building has been found in bushes not far away.

The carving was stolen from the Fernz Motel and Apartments in Birkenhead, on Auckland’s North Shore, on April 28.

A man was captured on CCTV taking the “unique” piece, then leaving on an e-scooter.

It was found by a member of public over the weekend and has been returned to its owners, police said.

An investigation into the theft is continuing, and police are appealing for the public to help identify the man seen on CCTV.

He was wearing a grey hoodie over white overalls when he was caught on camera just after 5am.

“Why would someone be wearing these distinctive white overalls early in the morning?” detective constable Alistair Harford said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 105, quoting file number 210428/9644.

Go here to see the video footage:

www.stuff.co.nz...

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