Goodwood Heights, Auckland

1299 days ago

Million-dollar dumps: The Auckland car park worth $82.5 million

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Downtown Auckland is going through huge transformation with its various streetscape and transport projects. But in stark contrast, several plots of land worth hundreds of millions of dollars have sat as car parks since buildings were knocked down in the 1980s.

The Elliott St car park sits on a … View more
Downtown Auckland is going through huge transformation with its various streetscape and transport projects. But in stark contrast, several plots of land worth hundreds of millions of dollars have sat as car parks since buildings were knocked down in the 1980s.

The Elliott St car park sits on a 4417 square metre plot of land, valued at $82.5 million.

The land has sat undeveloped as a car park - where an hour will cost you $19 - since the Royal International Hotel was demolished in 1987.

It was purchased by Singapore company NDG Asia Pacific (NZ) Limited for $53m in 2012, and in 2017 the company was given approval by the Overseas Investment Office to build and operate a 52-storey, five- star Ritz-Carlton Hotel, with 300 guest rooms, four floors for hotel facilities, six for retail and five for car parking.

The development is expected to cost $350m, with the start of construction dependent on the completion of City Rail Link. However, the resource consent for the tower is due to expire in October.

Click 'read more' for our full story.

1297 days ago

Parents of 4 - 7 month olds

Melissa Walton from Weymouth Playcentre

We run a special session called "Space" for parents and babies on Wednesday afternoons.

This group is especially for parents of babies born Oct 2020 to Jan 2021.

At Space you and your baby will connect with other parents & their babies as you explore music, rhymes, books and a … View more
We run a special session called "Space" for parents and babies on Wednesday afternoons.

This group is especially for parents of babies born Oct 2020 to Jan 2021.

At Space you and your baby will connect with other parents & their babies as you explore music, rhymes, books and a variety of play experiences to support & extend your baby's learning & development.

We have had 3 places open up for new families to register. Book now to secure a spot for you and your baby.

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1298 days ago

Marketing/Admin assistant

Preet from Flat Bush

As Marketing/Admin you will be self motivated, detail orientated and have a background in Customer service. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, proactive, comfortable talking on the phone and excels at multi tasking.

Our ideal candidate will also possess excel … View more
As Marketing/Admin you will be self motivated, detail orientated and have a background in Customer service. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, proactive, comfortable talking on the phone and excels at multi tasking.

Our ideal candidate will also possess excel knowledge, Xero experience (desired but not required), the ability to learn new software fast and proven experience in either administration or accounts.

Main duties will include:
• customer service
• managing our website
• managing our enrolments and safety checks General administration tasks
• liaising with our clients and new Enquiries.

If this sounds like a role you would thrive in please send us your covering letter and CV to admin@home2grow.co.nz

1310 days ago

Mother's Day Flowers for only $60!

Sophie from The Wild Rose

Hi neighbours,

We don't think showing Mum that you care this Mother's Day should break the bank, so we've created a new $60 value range that includes not only flowers but bubbles and chocolate as well!

All boxes below are only $60 - crazy right?!
We only have a limited range … View more
Hi neighbours,

We don't think showing Mum that you care this Mother's Day should break the bank, so we've created a new $60 value range that includes not only flowers but bubbles and chocolate as well!

All boxes below are only $60 - crazy right?!
We only have a limited range available so pre-order now to secure yours. Afterpay & Laybuy available.

Shop our full Mother's Day at www.thewildrose.co.nz...

1302 days ago

Road improvements

Derek from Papatoetoe

Probably even more crashes then this I been in Park Ave sevens September 2010 and there has. Been 19 accidents in this street and probably over half are not reported

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1297 days ago

Digital Coaching in Papakura

Nivedita Sharma Vij from Muskaan4all

Share with senior members and any one keen to become digital savvy and build hier confidence with navigation leading to wellness🌄

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1298 days ago

Hi

Darcy from

Good morning we do gardening and lawns and landscaping and water blasting jobs in Auckland if you need a free quote texts or call Richie 0272955541 or me 0211479346 going to be cutting and cleaning up the hedges around Clendon mc doulds

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1298 days ago

St johns school jumpers bew

Carol from Otara

New jumpers....sz 4 to 8 OFFERS

Price: $20

1299 days ago

Thank you to the hundreds of volunteers who cleaned up South Auckland’s waterways!

Louise Beuvink from Beautification Trust

Thank you to everyone who came along for your huge effort at Te Puhinui Big Clean on Saturday! Around 500 people pitched in to clean up our waterways and protect our precious natural environment.

Volunteers removed tonnes of rubbish, including road cones, car parts, building materials, old … View more
Thank you to everyone who came along for your huge effort at Te Puhinui Big Clean on Saturday! Around 500 people pitched in to clean up our waterways and protect our precious natural environment.

Volunteers removed tonnes of rubbish, including road cones, car parts, building materials, old furniture and even a Harley Davidson motorcycle!

Want to help keep the Puhinui Stream clean?
We're asking local businesses, schools and community groups to adopt a spot along the Puhinui Stream and help keep it free of rubbish. Want to adopt a spot? Get in touch with us at admin@beautification.org.nz.

1299 days ago

Mahinga Kai - Forage with Riki Bennett

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Learning about plants and their purpose - from medicinal to edible, the legend of Maui and fire with Riki giving an impressive demonstration of traditional fire making with a Mahoe stick rubbed until it creates an ember. Meanwhile at NZSFW, the kai cooker smokes and steams our lamb, packages of … View moreLearning about plants and their purpose - from medicinal to edible, the legend of Maui and fire with Riki giving an impressive demonstration of traditional fire making with a Mahoe stick rubbed until it creates an ember. Meanwhile at NZSFW, the kai cooker smokes and steams our lamb, packages of plantain with coconut cream, wrapped in cabbage leaves, potatoes, spinach emulsion and finishing with golden syrup steamed pudding and caramelised coxes orange apples.
The next one will be in July this year.

1299 days ago

Have you seen this amazing garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

They had a vision for their property, but they also had three floods in 20 years. That didn't stop them pursuing the garden of their dreams though.

1305 days ago

Poll: Do you support the fine increase for using a mobile while driving from $80 to $150?

Reporter Community News

Drivers have been captured on camera boldly using their phones while driving, to video call, text and make calls.

The footage, taken in Auckland, comes as the Government increased the cost of a fine for using a cellphone while driving from $80 to $150.

Over the course of a week, ahead of the fine… View more
Drivers have been captured on camera boldly using their phones while driving, to video call, text and make calls.

The footage, taken in Auckland, comes as the Government increased the cost of a fine for using a cellphone while driving from $80 to $150.

Over the course of a week, ahead of the fine increase, a Stuff visual journalist captured numerous people using their phones while driving, including a woman who appeared to be on a video call while passing through an intersection, a man speaking on the phone and numerous people texting or looking at their phone.

Last year, police issued more than 40,000 infringement notices for the offence.

A driver for Dingo Groundworx NZ was captured using their phone while driving a truck along Williamson Ave, in Ponsonby.

Owner Cameron Hadley told Stuff all employees were very aware they should not be using their phones while driving.

He said he would be raising the issue in a staff meeting.

AA road safety spokesman Dylan Thomsen told Stuff he wasn’t surprised to hear about the woman video calling while driving.

While AA supports the Government’s fine increase, Thomsen said it wasn’t going to solve the problem.

“People just can’t resist the temptation if they hear their phone go off ... it’s not something you do by accident.”

“A lot of people use their phone behind the wheel and don’t do other risky things.”

He hopes as there are further advancements in technology, phone companies can have default “do not disturb” modes that activate as soon as drivers start moving in their car.

“Until we change the mindset it will be hard with enforcement alone, people don’t appreciate the risks until it’s too late,” Thomsen said.

To see video footage, go here:

www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you support the fine increase for using a mobile while driving from $80 to $150?
  • 90.2% Yes
    90.2% Complete
  • 8% No
    8% Complete
  • 1.8% Unsure- it's too complex
    1.8% Complete
2161 votes
1299 days ago

Your Big Mac, ordered from here.

McDonald's

New Zealand’s lush green pastures and temperate climate means our country produces some of the world’s best beef.

New Zealand is one of McDonald’s top ten beef-producing markets and it’s such a hit with the rest of the world that a significant percentage of NZ’s beef exports are to … View more
New Zealand’s lush green pastures and temperate climate means our country produces some of the world’s best beef.

New Zealand is one of McDonald’s top ten beef-producing markets and it’s such a hit with the rest of the world that a significant percentage of NZ’s beef exports are to international McDonald’s markets.

We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including Whangara Farms which was the first beef farm outside of Europe to be invited to the McDonald’s Flagship Farmers programme.

ANZCO Foods, based in the small Taranaki town of Waitara, are responsible for making our 100% beef patties. About 90% of the staff at the Waitara plant are locals and they manage to produce around half a million patties each day.

Our quality beef cuts are minced and that’s it. No additives or fillers, just mince that is formed in patties, before they’re flash-frozen and sent to restaurants.
Learn more

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1300 days ago

Looking for a flatmate in Papatoetoe

Laura from Papatoetoe

Hi all. We have a double sized room in our 3 bedroom house for rent. The room is furnished with a new double bed, desk, dresser, chair and has a closet. You will share with another male (40s, working professional) and a cat. Must like cats. Weekly rent is $$ 200 (includes power, internet, water).… View moreHi all. We have a double sized room in our 3 bedroom house for rent. The room is furnished with a new double bed, desk, dresser, chair and has a closet. You will share with another male (40s, working professional) and a cat. Must like cats. Weekly rent is $$ 200 (includes power, internet, water). House is modern with heat pump, washer and dryer, spa pool, large deck, etc. Large private driveway for your car. We are looking for a working professional who is tidy and a non smoker. Please PM us here for more details.

1300 days ago

Mother's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Manukau

Thank you to all our amazing mums from the team at NumberWorks'nWords.

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