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Hello neighbours,
It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.
PĀTAKA KAI OPEN TOMORROW – FRIDAY AUGUST 27th.
From 12pm – 3pm.
Please – for the safety of our staff and to ensure the Pātaka Kai can stay open, do not visit Visionwest if:
You have any cold or flu symptoms
You have been told to self-isolate.
Ask a healthy family member or … View morePĀTAKA KAI OPEN TOMORROW – FRIDAY AUGUST 27th.
From 12pm – 3pm.
Please – for the safety of our staff and to ensure the Pātaka Kai can stay open, do not visit Visionwest if:
You have any cold or flu symptoms
You have been told to self-isolate.
Ask a healthy family member or neighbour to pick up food for you.
Tomorrow, we will be operating as a drive-through.
There is no need to book a time, just turn up.
PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WHEN COLLECTING A FOOD PARCEL
Come into Ambler Ave from the Levy Rd end (the end closest to Glen Eden shops / West Coast Rd). Do NOT come into Ambler Ave from Glengarry Rd end – you will be turned around.
Enter Visionwest through the Ambler Ave entrance (the long driveway to the left of 42 Ambler Ave).
Please only have one person per car.
When you get into Visionwest car park, park your car and WAIT in your car.
Please wear a mask at all times, and use the contact tracing app.
Someone will come to your car to collect the necessary information.
Your food will be placed in the boot of your car; please ensure you have space in your car.
We will give out one parcel per car unless you are collecting for your whānau and others.
Please note: There will be a queue, but we have plenty of food supplies so, please be patient and do NOT exit your car.
Please respect our neighbours:
Allow residents cars to get past you and in and out of driveways.
Turn down your car stereo when waiting in line.
Line up on the Levy Road end of Ambler Ave. Do NOT come into Ambler Ave from Glengarry Rd end – you will be turned around.
Kia ora Neighbours, the government is about to remove a barrier to adding Māori ward seats to Auckland Council. Shoudl it be one seat, or the three recommended by the royal commission on amalgamation? Read the Story below:
Kia ora neighbours. I hope you and your whānau are all coping with this lockdown OK.
It can be a bit daunting to read the news during these tough times, so we'd really like your help to spread some joy.
Last time we were in level 4 lockdown, there were some lovely stories of kindness out … View moreKia ora neighbours. I hope you and your whānau are all coping with this lockdown OK.
It can be a bit daunting to read the news during these tough times, so we'd really like your help to spread some joy.
Last time we were in level 4 lockdown, there were some lovely stories of kindness out there - remember the window teddy bears?!
We'd love to hear from you regarding anything you or your neighbours have been doing to help lighten the mood. Let us know in the comments or send me an email at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz - feel free to include a photo!
COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.
The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.
Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View moreCOVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.
The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.
Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
Kia ora Neighbours, The recent boost of supply from the Waikato River might give the impression that Auckland's water worries are over. Not so. The juggling act with Auckland's supply sources mean rain is still the ultimate answer. Reads the story below:
Just to let you all know about the changes/closure of Henderson Vaccination centre.
I had heard and read bits and pieces about people being turned away from the Henderson Vaccination Centre, even though they had an appointment.
So I thought that I would call the Covid Healthline to confirm our … View moreJust to let you all know about the changes/closure of Henderson Vaccination centre.
I had heard and read bits and pieces about people being turned away from the Henderson Vaccination Centre, even though they had an appointment.
So I thought that I would call the Covid Healthline to confirm our appointments for tomorrow.
Just as well I did, as the centre is closed until approximately mid September (maybe later), so all the staff can be used to help out at the over worked testing station across the road.
We had booked both of our appointments (as suggested) so both of them had to be changed. The wonderful lady who helped me on the phone, managed to find us a space at the beginning of September otherwise, we would have to been deferred to the beginning of October.
My point is, please ring to confirm and not turn up and be turned away - saves alot of time and disappointment.
Another reason for the massive delays in getting news dates/times are that all the 12+ year olds are being booked in by their parents, even though the 40+ haven't received their invitation letters yet (as per the person I spoke to today and the hotline)
That little bit niggled me, especially as so many elderly people haven't had their vaccines yet - so many.
Before anyone jumps down my throat, I fully understand we all need to be vaccinated, however the elderly need to be at the front of the line, not pushed down the line.
Our Foundation cookery student Claudia has prepared this plain french omelette with mushrooms at home during August Lockdown 2021.
Escoffier described the omelette as scrambled eggs held together in a coagulated envelope, says Harold McGee in On Food and Cooking.
The moist, silky consistency is … View moreOur Foundation cookery student Claudia has prepared this plain french omelette with mushrooms at home during August Lockdown 2021.
Escoffier described the omelette as scrambled eggs held together in a coagulated envelope, says Harold McGee in On Food and Cooking.
The moist, silky consistency is known as baveuse.
Recipe on our blog.
At times like this ideally don't you think our supermarkets should sell beer and wine? My main concern is that folks are queuing and entering two separate locations to get their supplies instead of just one stop like the rest of the country. At non covid times it's simply inconvenient … View moreAt times like this ideally don't you think our supermarkets should sell beer and wine? My main concern is that folks are queuing and entering two separate locations to get their supplies instead of just one stop like the rest of the country. At non covid times it's simply inconvenient (and more expensive!) but encouraging this additional movement of people during a lockdown is unnecessary and surely an increased risk. Whether you agree or not, the govt has included alcohol as essential. Why is West Auckland allowed to act so irresponsibly?
We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?
Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.
Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...
Kia ora neighbours. Since New Zealand plunged into lockdown last week, the laughs for Kiwis have been few and far between.
Apart from Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins’ Freudian slip at an afternoon press conference, where he muddled a message about people stretching their legs and … View moreKia ora neighbours. Since New Zealand plunged into lockdown last week, the laughs for Kiwis have been few and far between.
Apart from Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins’ Freudian slip at an afternoon press conference, where he muddled a message about people stretching their legs and instead said “spread your legs”, the mood of the nation has been heavy and serious.
But as you’d expect, a minister uttering “spread your legs” at a high-profile press conference was music to the ears of meme makers.
Some prefer to take their mind off lockdown by trying something new, such as creating mandalas (abstract art) from things found lying around the house or gathered from nature outside.
Others have been finding ways to keep their community entertained during their lockdown strolls around the neighbourhood, including a return of the hugely popular window teddy bears of 2020.
If you're fed up of reading about the negatives of Covid-19, take a read of our story below. We hope it will make you smile. Ngā mihi.
Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.
Are you, your partner or someone you know keen to go back to work?
FIRST Security are recruiting now for MIQ Security Guards in your area. Family friendly hours are available to suit your lifestyle so you can balance work and home, AND earn the Living Wage. Plus full, on-job training is … View moreAre you, your partner or someone you know keen to go back to work?
FIRST Security are recruiting now for MIQ Security Guards in your area. Family friendly hours are available to suit your lifestyle so you can balance work and home, AND earn the Living Wage. Plus full, on-job training is provided so no prior experience is required.
Apply today and join New Zealand's leading security provider to help keep your community and New Zealand safe.
If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
… View moreIf you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.
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