Glen Eden, Auckland

1073 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1073 days ago

Lockdown Learning

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Lockdown Learning
Join us from anywhere in New Zealand for NZQA Certificate in New Zealand Wine Micro-credential with Celia Hay over 4 evenings from 5-8pm starting on Thursday 2 Sept.
Special lockdown discount $220 for Domestic students.

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1073 days ago

BREAKING NEWS---Covid 19

Brian from New Lynn

Auckland to stay in level 4 until 11.59pm Tuesday 31 August, rest of New Zealand to stay in level 4 until 11.59pm Friday 27 August
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1073 days ago

Apprenticeship opportunities in Auckland

Competenz

Hey Auckland!
We have some great apprenticeship options available for you! This is the perfect opportunity to get qualified and learn on the job. Check out the links below for more information!
Mechanical Engineering Apprentice
Machining - Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Print Bindery Apprentice

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1074 days ago

Funny cats & dogs interrupting work😂😂

Fiona from Henderson

Just what we all need right about now in this lockdown - a damn good giggle (don't forget the kiddies)😉😀

😃 ENJOY😀
1. Funny dogs interrupt work:
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2. Funny cats interrupt work:
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1077 days ago

Public toilets open under Alert Level 4

The Team from Auckland Council

93 public toilets will remain open in our parks and open spaces, for use by workers and locals visiting our parks. These facilities will undergo regular cleaning while Alert Level 4 is in place.

Click on 'Read More' to see the list.

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1074 days ago

QR scanning or manual sign in MANDATORY at all alert levels

Brian from New Lynn

"It is clear that when people use the app or manually sign in, rather than relying on memory, contact tracing can happen much more quickly," Hipkins said. Businesses already needed to display codes at all alert levels. We are making it mandatory at the sorts of places where people gather … View more"It is clear that when people use the app or manually sign in, rather than relying on memory, contact tracing can happen much more quickly," Hipkins said. Businesses already needed to display codes at all alert levels. We are making it mandatory at the sorts of places where people gather consistently and in large numbers to ensure that people scan or sign in," Hipkins said. "This means those responsible for businesses and events will need to ensure people keep a record when they visit, either by scanning QR codes with the Covid-19 Tracer App or making a manual record." At the start of this month, scanning had slumped to its lowest level before Wellington's Covid scare. Only 498,723 scans were recorded on the Covid Tracer app which was the lowest number of scans on the app since June 22. There were 21 new Covid-19 community cases in New Zealand today, bringing this outbreak's total to 72.
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1074 days ago

Burger Burger

Digital Boost

Hi Neighbour,

Here we go again. Hope you are looking after those in your bubble and keeping safe.

If you need a bit of distraction from the confines of lockdown, this could be the perfect time to keep learning through what can be pretty tough times.

Right now many will be tuning in online, so … View more
Hi Neighbour,

Here we go again. Hope you are looking after those in your bubble and keeping safe.

If you need a bit of distraction from the confines of lockdown, this could be the perfect time to keep learning through what can be pretty tough times.

Right now many will be tuning in online, so why not brush up on skills to learn how to make an impact with your business digitally.

First impressions count. In fact, they say you only have 3 seconds to make a good one. So, slick images are crucial.

Flipping the perfect patty is quite a skill, so too is producing snappy images - local business Burger Burger can do both with ease. They’ve done away with traditional advertising and instead engaged its customers with vibrant and interactive content.

Watch their story here to find out how they get more digital bang for their marketing buck.

Then get started yourself and join us at Digital Boost to get going with our free videos and resources!

The Team at Digital Boost

1074 days ago

Daffodil Day Street Appeal Cancelled

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

We’re sad to announce that Covid has forced the cancellation of our annual Daffodil Day street appeal. This will have a big impact on our fundraising, so we’re asking those who can to please donate online at daffodilday.org.nz. Thank you for your support Auckland. Learn more

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1076 days ago

Friday puzzle

NumberWorks'nWords New Lynn

Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.

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1075 days ago

Missing your favourite local paper?

Reporter Western Leader

It’s not in your letterbox this week because of alert level 4 restrictions - but it’s still available online! You can read the latest issue of the Western Leader
right now. Want to catch your favourite columns, puzzles, community news and local views each week? Simply subscribe here.
Read now

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1076 days ago

Pansies and a daffodil in my garden. 😃

Sharon from Te Atatu South

Pansies were bought from Bunnings weeks ago to replace the ones that had died in the heat of last summer & the seeds I'd planted failed to germinate - I have to do this every year. 😛 Whereas the daffodils keep coming back, I don't have to do anything to them! 😃 This is to cheer … View morePansies were bought from Bunnings weeks ago to replace the ones that had died in the heat of last summer & the seeds I'd planted failed to germinate - I have to do this every year. 😛 Whereas the daffodils keep coming back, I don't have to do anything to them! 😃 This is to cheer everyone up during lockdown. 😃

1080 days ago

Seeking case studies for Stuff story

Danielle Clent Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours!
Do you have a disability and rent a private dwelling or own a home in the Auckland region?
I am looking for case studies to interview for a story we are working on.
If you are interested in possibly being involved and would be interested in sharing your own experience, please … View more
Hi neighbours!
Do you have a disability and rent a private dwelling or own a home in the Auckland region?
I am looking for case studies to interview for a story we are working on.
If you are interested in possibly being involved and would be interested in sharing your own experience, please email danielle.clent@stuff.co.nz
I would love to chat to you and explain in further detail more about this story!
Thank you.

1076 days ago

11 more Covid cases; three in Wgtn; Cabinet tipped to extend lockdown nationwide

Brian from New Lynn

Of the 11 new cases, eight are in Auckland and three are in Wellington. The three in Wellington had recently travelled to Auckland and visited a location of interest there.

Nineteen cases are now confirmed as part of the Auckland outbreak, with the remaining 12 under investigation to confirm the … View more
Of the 11 new cases, eight are in Auckland and three are in Wellington. The three in Wellington had recently travelled to Auckland and visited a location of interest there.

Nineteen cases are now confirmed as part of the Auckland outbreak, with the remaining 12 under investigation to confirm the linkage to the outbreak. Initial assessment shows in most cases there is a plausible link.
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1076 days ago

Helpful phone numbers

Brian from New Lynn

Support that is still available during Alert Level 4
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• If you have COVID-19 symptoms, call the COVID-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453
• For any other health concerns, contact your GP or Healthline on 0800 611 116
• If you are feeling anxious or just … View more
Support that is still available during Alert Level 4
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• If you have COVID-19 symptoms, call the COVID-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453
• For any other health concerns, contact your GP or Healthline on 0800 611 116
• If you are feeling anxious or just need someone to talk to call or text 1737
• Elder Abuse Helpline 0800 32 668 65
• For advice or support you can call Age Concern NZ on 0800 65 2 105
• The Student Volunteer Army Grocery Delivery Service is available in Auckland on 09 801 2122 the rest of country can a call 0800 005 902 for assistance.
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