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2023 days ago

Win 2 tickets to this magical concert

The Team from Bach Musica NZ

A concert about the past, present, and the future! May is NZ Music Month, and Bach Musica NZ is delighted to present a special concert reflecting on young people, Auckland’s diversity and the power of music. Mothers Day is coming up - this would be the perfect present!

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A concert about the past, present, and the future! May is NZ Music Month, and Bach Musica NZ is delighted to present a special concert reflecting on young people, Auckland’s diversity and the power of music. Mothers Day is coming up - this would be the perfect present!

Win 2 tickets to this magical concert. Simply LIKE or THANK this post to be in the draw. T&Cs apply.

Bach Musica NZ is thrilled to welcome New Zealand's finest next generation soloists: mezzo-sopranos Jessica Wells and Dilys Fong, tenor Harry Grigg and baritone Angus Simmons. Conducted by the formidable Rita Paczian.

Ticket info:
WHEN: Sunday, 26 May, 5 pm
WHERE: Auckland Town Hall
Discounts and complimentary tickets for secondary schools, youth, and environmental organisations.
Please email zarine@bachmusica.com for more information.

More information on www.bachmusica.com

Competition period: Thursday 9th May to Wednesday 15th May 2019. One (1) prize available. The prize consists of one double pass to see Bach Musica in concert. The winner will be contacted via email and/or phone on Thursday 16th May 2019.
Book now!

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2023 days ago

Free Introductory Meditation Course

Jogyata from Auckland Central

Welcome to a four-evening course introducing a wide range of meditation techniques and some of the essentials in establishing your own personal practice. This will progress on to some of the more advanced aspects of meditation and invite those wanting to proceed further to explore a free stage 2 … View moreWelcome to a four-evening course introducing a wide range of meditation techniques and some of the essentials in establishing your own personal practice. This will progress on to some of the more advanced aspects of meditation and invite those wanting to proceed further to explore a free stage 2 program. Try to attend each of the four evenings as this is a progressive, structured course – no new arrivals after the second night please.
Date: Consecutive Mondays and Thursday, May 20, 23, 27, 30 ; 7.00 – 9.00pm each evening
Venue: Sri Chinmoy Centre community space: 93 Dominion Road, Mt Eden/Kingsland

Plenty of street parking is available. Please register by phone or text to 0221887432. Free admission.
Further info: www.meditationauckland.co.nz...

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2024 days ago

Fare to airport

Glenys from Mount Eden

Would like to know if any one can tell me approximately it would cost with uber from Mount Eden

2023 days ago

Greening the urban environment

Communications Team from Auckland Council

In the third part of a three-part feature on Auckland's green spaces, Elly Strang looks at their role in creating and supporting a healthy urban environment as our city grows.

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2023 days ago

Tickets On Sale for St Mary's College Food & Wine Fundraiser!

Jacob Sheehan from St Mary's College Auckland

Our "Meet the Makers" fundraiser will be held at St Mary's College on Saturday 10 August from 7-11pm. This is a fantastic evening for guests where they can sample the best wine, beer and food while enjoying live auctions and entertainment.


We have Mills Reef, The Hunting Lodge, … View more
Our "Meet the Makers" fundraiser will be held at St Mary's College on Saturday 10 August from 7-11pm. This is a fantastic evening for guests where they can sample the best wine, beer and food while enjoying live auctions and entertainment.


We have Mills Reef, The Hunting Lodge, Esk Valley, Palliser Estate, Clearview Estate, Odyssey, Matawhero, Epic and Six Barrel exhibiting beverages along with food from Bread & Butter, Savour, Paneton, Pandoro, Rocket, Ripe Deli, Blue Breeze Inn and Little Cake Kitchen.

We are seeking sponsors, food donors and volunteers, please email Jacob at - jsheehan@stmaryak.school.nz and visit our site below for tickets.

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2023 days ago

4TH ANNUAL FAIRES AND SUPERHEROS MARKET EVENT

Victoria from Kingsland

There will be market stalls, coffee, music, shows and facepainting. Fun for everyone to enjoy.
Saturday 18th May, 9.30am - 12.30pm

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2024 days ago

Have you heard of StarJam?

The Coordinator from StarJam - Eden Terrace

You may not be aware but there are StarJam music workshops being run in your community in Eden Terrace and some surrounding suburbs. Get in touch if you'd like some more information about enrolling your child or becoming a volunteer!

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2024 days ago

Grab your gumboots!

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Grab your friends, whanau (and your gumboots). Get into the fresh air this May to plant some trees! You'll make a world of difference for you, your family and future generations. Feel the earth underneath your feet and join us at one of our planting days; helping Auckland achieve balance with … View moreGrab your friends, whanau (and your gumboots). Get into the fresh air this May to plant some trees! You'll make a world of difference for you, your family and future generations. Feel the earth underneath your feet and join us at one of our planting days; helping Auckland achieve balance with its green spaces. Find your local planting days at ourauckland.nz/greenspaces Find out more

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2024 days ago

Changes on the way for Basque Park

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Waitematā Local Board board member Adriana Christie says pathway improvements are planned for the park over the next financial year and the local board also recognises the need for an off-leash dog area.

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2025 days ago

Poll: Would your area benefit from a targeted rate to boost local transport projects?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

In May last year, the Rodney Transport Targeted Rate was introduced in north Auckland to fund high-priority local transport options, including bus routes, footpaths and park and ride facilities. The rate (an extra $150 a year/$2.90 a week) is expected to raise $46 million over 10 years and has … View moreIn May last year, the Rodney Transport Targeted Rate was introduced in north Auckland to fund high-priority local transport options, including bus routes, footpaths and park and ride facilities. The rate (an extra $150 a year/$2.90 a week) is expected to raise $46 million over 10 years and has already seen three new bus services to connect residents to the rest of the city. The RTTR is the first targeted transport rate within the Auckland region.

We'd like to know if you think your area would benefit from a targeted transport rate to kick-start local projects. Vote in our poll below and let us know in the comments.

[Please type NFP if your comment is not for publication.]

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Would your area benefit from a targeted rate to boost local transport projects?
  • 18.9% Yes - My area would benefit from an additional local transport rate
    18.9% Complete
  • 78.8% No - I expect our current rates to cover local transport projects
    78.8% Complete
  • 2.3% Undecided - I'll tell you in the comments
    2.3% Complete
349 votes
2028 days ago

Poll: Eden Park's future

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Do you support Eden Park's plan to stage night concerts?

Nearly 80 per cent of people living around Eden Park support the stadium's ambition to host evening concerts, according to a survey conducted by Stuff.

You can read the full story here

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Eden Park's future
  • 84.8% Yes
    84.8% Complete
  • 11.6% No
    11.6% Complete
  • 3.6% Undecided
    3.6% Complete
1134 votes
2024 days ago

Thinking of a Gap Year?

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Have you left school or contemplating a Gap Year?

Want the skills for that dream job? Choose Level 4 Cert in Food and Beverage, Barista, Wine & Spirits.

Gain experiences in creative and fun industry? Choose Tourism and Hospitality.

Barista, Restaurant & Cafe service, LCQ

The … View more
Have you left school or contemplating a Gap Year?

Want the skills for that dream job? Choose Level 4 Cert in Food and Beverage, Barista, Wine & Spirits.

Gain experiences in creative and fun industry? Choose Tourism and Hospitality.

Barista, Restaurant & Cafe service, LCQ

The Barista Intensive, a two week programme where you learn about classic coffee styles, single origin coffees, roasting styles, working with milk and soy to make extraordinary coffees.

New Zealand and International Wines

How to how to taste and recognise the leading international grape varieties. You learn about the leading New Zealand wineries and styles of wine that make them famous. Includes a day trip to Waiheke Island where you will visit three leading wineries.

Bartending, Cocktails & Mixology

Key bartending skills and how to set up and operate a bar, point of sales system as well as how to make classic cocktails and the techniques of shaking, stirring, pressing and crushing.

Accommodation, Superyachts & Cruise Ships

Learn guest services for hotel accommodation and interior (cabin) training for Super Yachts.

And much much more.

Next intake July 11, 2019. Taking applications now.

2024 days ago

Electric blankets and office chair

Maçy Neighbourly Lead from Epsom

Pick up from Epsom. Electric blankets have not been used at all, and have been sitting in our Closet for many years. Office chair stable and sturdy but needs new upholstery.

Free

2025 days ago

Bus timetable changes: 39 services axed

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

About 39 bus services a day across Auckland will be cut from today as a new law takes effect giving drivers more regular breaks.

Driver unions, bus companies, council and the government have been locked in intense negotiations for weeks over how to implement the new law, which will require more… View more
About 39 bus services a day across Auckland will be cut from today as a new law takes effect giving drivers more regular breaks.

Driver unions, bus companies, council and the government have been locked in intense negotiations for weeks over how to implement the new law, which will require more drivers to be hired to maintain services.

You can find an update list of the cancelled bus services here.

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