896 days ago

Only Auckland iwi without a marae, have council funding granted

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, an iwi who have been without a marae for decades are a step closer to rebuilding on ancestral land.

Te Kawerau ā Maki have been without a formal marae and papakāinga since the mid-twentieth century when their remaining land was sold.

Edward Ashby, Te Kawerau ā Maki trustee said a marae based at Te Henga/Bethells Beach, where the iwi hold mana whenua status, was washed away by floodwater in the 1920s and remaining land was sold in the 1950s.

At the start of August, Auckland Council granted $142,500 worth of funding for the project which Ashby said would help take things forward to the final design.

Read the full story at the link below.

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15 hours ago

Rock'in with Elvis by Mike Cole

Jackie from Titirangi

The Memories of Elvis Fan Club invite you to our 1st Elvis Social for 2026. We are excited to have our own Mike Cole back at the Te Atatu RSA on Saturday 28th February at 7.30pm. Cost only $20pp. Tickets are on sale at the RSA or reserve through Jackie 0274901126. So lets see you with your dancing shoes on and that great smile as we start off 2026 with a bang.

21 days ago

Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.

Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.

We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?

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As a customer, what do you think about automation?
  • 9.4% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
    9.4% Complete
  • 43.6% I want to be able to choose.
    43.6% Complete
  • 47.1% Against. I want to deal with people.
    47.1% Complete
2422 votes
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21 hours ago

Room Available in Henderson

Mike from Henderson

Have a furnished room available with king single bed and heat pump. In newer home, $200/week utilities and internet included. Prefer young lady as bathroom shared with lady in mid twenties. We are a friendly group. Message me if interested.