Flat Bush, Auckland

New Zealand’s first hydrogen bus launched

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The country's first hydrogen fuel cell bus has been unveiled by Auckland Transport as it moves towards an emission-free fleet by 2040.

AT chief executive Shane Ellison said the technology will give public transport operators more flexibility and complement existing electric bus services.

… View moreThe country's first hydrogen fuel cell bus has been unveiled by Auckland Transport as it moves towards an emission-free fleet by 2040.

AT chief executive Shane Ellison said the technology will give public transport operators more flexibility and complement existing electric bus services.

Built by Global Bus Ventures in Christchurch, the $1.175m bus will run between Howick and Britomart.

It will be run by transport operator Howick and Eastern for the initial two-year trial on route 70 from Botany to Britomart via Panmure.

The three-axle bus will use a hydrogen fuel cell to generate electricity along with batteries and the only byproducts produced will be water, electricity and heat.

What do you think of the new bus?

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We Say/You Say: trans-Tasman bubble

The Team from Community News

Hi neighbours!

After more than a year of closed borders, Australians and New Zealanders will soon be able to jet-hop between countries after the government announced that the trans-Tasman travel bubble will be operational from April 19.

With quarantine-free travel now possible, are you more … View moreHi neighbours!

After more than a year of closed borders, Australians and New Zealanders will soon be able to jet-hop between countries after the government announced that the trans-Tasman travel bubble will be operational from April 19.

With quarantine-free travel now possible, are you more likely to head across the Tasman or travel domestically?

Fronting Australian media yesterday, Jacinda Ardern not only spoke of the excitement of families being able to be reunited, but also pitched New Zealand tourist activities to Australian viewers.

"If there is a hot spot in one of the states of Australia we may just act in the same way that another state would ... Just prepare that there may be disruptions, but what better place in the world to be stuck. Am I right?," she said.

The trans-Tasman bubble will operate on a three tier basis: Continue, Pause and Suspend. If there are a few cases in Australia linked to the border, quarantine-free travel will continue. Travel may be paused for 72 hours if there are rogue community cases and in the instance of a state or nationwide lockdown, travel will be suspended.

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Yoga Teacher for One to One Session

Rose from Shelly Park

Hi there,
I am looking for a Yoga teacher who does one to one sessions and has an understanding of working with someone with arthritis.

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5 important learning skills for children

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"Cheques are Gone...What's Next?"

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

The closure of banks and withdrawals of cheques by government agencies like ACC, Inland Revenue and Kiwibank, is making it harder for “vulnerable” people to manage their money lives.
Pakuranga Senior Net is holding their next meeting on Friday 9 April at 10:00am. Graeme Fitzgerald will speak … View moreThe closure of banks and withdrawals of cheques by government agencies like ACC, Inland Revenue and Kiwibank, is making it harder for “vulnerable” people to manage their money lives.
Pakuranga Senior Net is holding their next meeting on Friday 9 April at 10:00am. Graeme Fitzgerald will speak on "Cheques are Gone...What's Next?"
For more information about this meeting and/or to become a Computer Savvy Senior please visit their website.

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Used Samsung S9 Plus

Kaisalina from Papatoetoe

Used Samsung S9 Plus 64GB

Camera lens is damaged and requires replacement
Otherwise phone is in excellent condition

Still takes clear photos and videos but obviously not to the usual pristine quality Samsung is synonymous for (I have videos using the camera for both video and photos if you … View moreUsed Samsung S9 Plus 64GB

Camera lens is damaged and requires replacement
Otherwise phone is in excellent condition

Still takes clear photos and videos but obviously not to the usual pristine quality Samsung is synonymous for (I have videos using the camera for both video and photos if you want to see it working)

Phone is unlocked for use with any NZ and overseas network

Being sold with one original fast charger
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Selling phone as unable to trade in due to camera damage

Price negotiable for reasonable offers
Pick up only, from Papatoetoe - SH20 end

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Looking for someone to water our garden while we're away

Anita from Manukau - Wiri

Hello,

My mum and I have an enormous edible and ornamental garden. We would like to find someone who can water our garden while we are away at our bach from time to time. We live on Meadowcourt Drive in Papatoetoe (just off Reagan Road), so someone who lives nearby would be ideal. Someone who … View moreHello,

My mum and I have an enormous edible and ornamental garden. We would like to find someone who can water our garden while we are away at our bach from time to time. We live on Meadowcourt Drive in Papatoetoe (just off Reagan Road), so someone who lives nearby would be ideal. Someone who loves gardens is a must!

If you think you might be able to assist, please message me so we can discuss further.

Thank you in advance.

Kind regards,

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Lost Pink Purse

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Hi there,

Has anyone found a Pink Purse, last seen near Subway in the Botany K Mart area? Cam

Collaboration for Community Groups workshop tonight.

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Building collaborative communities means finding new and better ways to work together.
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Come along to our Collaboration for Community Organisations workshop being held at Te Tuhi, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Cost $10pp

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Old Postcards , Collectablesand Fine China Wanted To Buy

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