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1428 days ago

New Year Honours: New Zealand's top scientist Dr Juliet Gerrard becomes a dame

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Asked how she feels about being made a dame, Dr Juliet Gerrard​ is somewhat lost for words, an unfamiliar position for the woman whose job is distilling the most up-to-date scientific information for those making the decisions that will shape our future.

Gerrard, currently Jacinda Ardern’s … View more
Asked how she feels about being made a dame, Dr Juliet Gerrard​ is somewhat lost for words, an unfamiliar position for the woman whose job is distilling the most up-to-date scientific information for those making the decisions that will shape our future.

Gerrard, currently Jacinda Ardern’s chief science advisor, has been named a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit​ in the New Year Honours.

While she hasn’t really processed what it means on a personal level, it hasn’t stopped the Freemans Bay resident from sharing the news with her 75-year-old mum in the United Kingdom, who got a kick out of getting the good news on her birthday.

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1428 days ago

The best summer ferry trips to take from Auckland - and what to do once you're there

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Summer daytrips out of Auckland always seem like a great plan until you’re trapped in a sticky motorway crawl, with thousands of other people who had the same bright idea.

But swap your roadie for a ferry and you’ll gain time, save petrol, and get sweet views from the water to boot.

Rangitoto… View more
Summer daytrips out of Auckland always seem like a great plan until you’re trapped in a sticky motorway crawl, with thousands of other people who had the same bright idea.

But swap your roadie for a ferry and you’ll gain time, save petrol, and get sweet views from the water to boot.

Rangitoto and Waiheke might be the obvious island destinations, but there are plenty more places you can explore via the water.

Read on to find out more.

1428 days ago

New Year Honours: Grey Lynn physicist Shaun Hendy commended for Covid-19 response

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

A physicist who played a major role in the nation’s Covid-19 response has been appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the New Year Honours.

Grey Lynn resident Shaun Hendy used his expertise in the science of complex systems to map out how the virus could spread across the … View more
A physicist who played a major role in the nation’s Covid-19 response has been appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the New Year Honours.

Grey Lynn resident Shaun Hendy used his expertise in the science of complex systems to map out how the virus could spread across the country under various scenarios.

His models revealed the severity of the threat and influenced the government’s decision to “go hard and go early” in its response.

“It has been a very difficult year, but in the end it has been very satisfying to have played a role in helping New Zealand get through this pandemic."

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1428 days ago

New year - New Kitchen?

Kev from

Hi Neighbours!

Happy New from the team!

We hope you and your family have a fantastic celebration and year ahead!

We are back to work from Jan 4th so, if you want to get a kick start on your kitchen project, wardrobes, laundry, garage cabinetry, bathroom, splashbacks or even a new outdoor … View more
Hi Neighbours!

Happy New from the team!

We hope you and your family have a fantastic celebration and year ahead!

We are back to work from Jan 4th so, if you want to get a kick start on your kitchen project, wardrobes, laundry, garage cabinetry, bathroom, splashbacks or even a new outdoor decking get in touch! We will come to you and work on your quote to quote you happy!

BIA

1431 days ago

WATCH: Easy and creative ways to save water this summer

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours. We're still being asked to conserve water after one of the driest years on record.

Following a dry 2019, the region saw a record 40 days with no rain in January and February, paving the way for water restrictions that would continue into December.

Despite the restrictions and … View more
Hi neighbours. We're still being asked to conserve water after one of the driest years on record.

Following a dry 2019, the region saw a record 40 days with no rain in January and February, paving the way for water restrictions that would continue into December.

Despite the restrictions and Aucklanders being the most efficient water users in New Zealand, the dam levels are still low and Watercare is asking everyone to try and save 20 litres per day.

We’ve put together a list of easy ways you can save water around your home, as well as a few ideas for if you’re willing to go the extra mile.

1429 days ago

Some stuff you may want?

Joel from Grey Lynn

Edit: Monitor and craft knife have been claimed, but we also have some Learner plastic window plates for free...I've put them in our mailbox at 6A Baildon Rd: first come, first serve!

I've got an ASUS 32" monitor that works, but has 2 lines running through the screen, but hey, … View more
Edit: Monitor and craft knife have been claimed, but we also have some Learner plastic window plates for free...I've put them in our mailbox at 6A Baildon Rd: first come, first serve!

I've got an ASUS 32" monitor that works, but has 2 lines running through the screen, but hey, it's free!
Fan missing a stand, but hey, it's free!
Craft knife set, missing a few blades, but hey, it's free!
Pick up in Grey Lynn: let me know when you're coming so I can set outside.

Free

J
1430 days ago

20L water containers

Jo from Herne Bay

20 L plastic water containers. Have had mineral water. Clean and have not been used for anything else. Lots available. Containers have taps. Could deliver locally if more than two. Ph Fiona 0210438039

Price: $6

1430 days ago

Free working fridge, pickup Tutanekai st Grey lynn

Thomas from Grey Lynn

Free working fridge, pickup Tutanekai st Grey lynn

Free

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1431 days ago

Your summer, sorted in Auckland

The Team from Auckland Council

There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.

Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.

See what's on near you at … View more
There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.

Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.

See what's on near you at ourauckland.nz/summer
Find out more

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1432 days ago

Found handwallet

Edosa from Point Chevalier

I found handwallet on St George rd avondale. It's got full of bank cards and cash also nz passport as well.message me if it's yours so i give you the address were you can pick it up.

R
1431 days ago

Band for Hire.

Roger from Ponsonby

We are four merry musicians with loads experience who unfortunately have been let down for a New Years Eve gig. If anybody out there would like some good old rock and roll music please give me a call on 027 4487 508 and let's celebrate your New Years Eve with a bang.

1432 days ago

Free desk

Otta from Grey Lynn

Free desk, with 4 drawers. Some marks on top. Msg me on 02108521213.

Free

1436 days ago

Covid 19 Coronavirus: Wealthy people have had at-home Covid tests for months

Andrea from Eden Terrace

Singer Courtney Love has made startling claims about the resources available to wealthy people as the deadly coronavirus pandemic continues to spread globally.
The 56-year-old London-based former Hole frontwoman, worth an estimated $130 million, posted a photo of a Covid test unlike any most of her… View more
Singer Courtney Love has made startling claims about the resources available to wealthy people as the deadly coronavirus pandemic continues to spread globally.
The 56-year-old London-based former Hole frontwoman, worth an estimated $130 million, posted a photo of a Covid test unlike any most of her followers would've ever had, explaining that she was sharing it "because I've never been great at this 1 percenter s***."
Love explained the at-home Covid test kits tested for the virus and for antibodies. She continued by pointing out that testing is more important than ever, given London's new "mutant strain" of coronavirus that's reported to be 70 per cent more infectious.
www.nzherald.co.nz...

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1433 days ago

Harbour Bridge Clip-on lanes closed from today

Neighbourly.co.nz

Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising motorists travelling southbound on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to expect delays due to the closure of the clip-on lanes.

The lanes will be closed for resurfacing and other maintenance from Boxing Day for up to ten days. This closure will affect the Shelley Beach … View more
Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising motorists travelling southbound on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to expect delays due to the closure of the clip-on lanes.

The lanes will be closed for resurfacing and other maintenance from Boxing Day for up to ten days. This closure will affect the Shelley Beach off-ramp with access controlled by a stop/go managment system.

Motorists are encouraged to use the Western Ring route if there are delays on the bridge. Three lanes will be open to traffic in both directions says Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Auckland System Manager, Andrea Williamson.

“The resurfacing process on the bridge requires 3-5 days to “cure” before allowing traffic on it, so while it may look as if nothing is happening the team will be using the lanes closure for other maintenance tasks, including water blasting and painting just below the road deck.”

Motorists are advised to check Waka Kotahi's social media sites for any updates on the lane closures during the 10 day period.

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1436 days ago

Young kokako chicks weigh in

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Auckland Zoo bird keepers Casey and Erin have helped Ark in the Park to band and weigh tiny 15-day old kokako chicks.

Ark in the Park is an open sanctuary and conservation project in the Waitākere Ranges near Auckland.

Zoo staff joined volunteers to take an annual census in the west Auckland … View more
Auckland Zoo bird keepers Casey and Erin have helped Ark in the Park to band and weigh tiny 15-day old kokako chicks.

Ark in the Park is an open sanctuary and conservation project in the Waitākere Ranges near Auckland.

Zoo staff joined volunteers to take an annual census in the west Auckland nature reserve, recording all banded and un-banded birds.

About 1600 pairs of kokako remain in the north island.

The census is held to note their presence in the forest and determine if their populations are growing.

The bands are used to identify each individual bird which bears its own unique colour combination.

Data gleaned from the survey is used to scout out nests.

The chicks are moved from the nest for weighing and banding before being returned swiftly to their mother.

Go to youtu.be... for more information.

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