Herne Bay, Auckland

1694 days ago

Which Isolator Are You?

Andrea from Eden Terrace

Which one/s of the nine isolators in this picture are you most like?
Be Safe
Be Kind

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1695 days ago

HARD TO CRACK Can YOU spot the hidden easter egg?

Andrea from Eden Terrace

If you love doing Easter Egg hunts, why not give this colourful brain teaser a shot.
Hidden among the bright tulips is an Easter egg that appears to have been dropped on the Easter bunny’s delivery.
You may need to look quite hard to spot the egg among the colourful flowers.

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1701 days ago

Have you been using Zoom during the lockdown? You'll want to read this

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, Are you using Zoom or other video conferencing software during the lockdown? Unfortunately, there have been several hacking incidents reported where trolls have joined strangers' Zoom meetings and streamed porn to the group or created other havoc. Luckily, you can change your … View moreHi neighbours, Are you using Zoom or other video conferencing software during the lockdown? Unfortunately, there have been several hacking incidents reported where trolls have joined strangers' Zoom meetings and streamed porn to the group or created other havoc. Luckily, you can change your settings to prevent this from happening. Here's some more information about some of the risks of Zoom and other video calling software and a quick guide on how to change your settings to prevent hacks.

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1694 days ago

All Business Is Essential, Some More Essential Than Others

Andrea from Eden Terrace

Meaning of essential:Extremely important or necessary
A request to the Essential Businesses still operating:
'If you have success, let others light their candles in it'.

Meaning of selected :Carefully choose as being the best or most suitable.
A message to the businesses that were … View more
Meaning of essential:Extremely important or necessary
A request to the Essential Businesses still operating:
'If you have success, let others light their candles in it'.

Meaning of selected :Carefully choose as being the best or most suitable.
A message to the businesses that were not selected as Essential and are currently closed:
'Don't forget you're human. It's OK to have a meltdown. Just don't unpack and live there. Cry it out. Then refocus on where you're headed'.

When the Lockdown is over, will you support your local NZ businesses?
Now is the time to check which local businesses you can support when the time for recovery comes...

Be Safe
Be Kind

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1694 days ago

Kiwi Can during lockdown

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Over 22,000 kids around Aotearoa take part in Kiwi Can and we want to make sure that it's still accessible for our students.

Here's a sneak peek at what our Kiwi Can Leaders have been up to.

1694 days ago

Let the games begin

The Team from Resene ColorShop Victoria Park

Recreate a classic game in an unconventional format using Resene testpots to paint your own dominoes. Smooth rocks, like those found on the beach or in a river bed, work best for this project.

Take the kids out to search for ones that lay flat and are generally round or oblong in shape. If you … View more
Recreate a classic game in an unconventional format using Resene testpots to paint your own dominoes. Smooth rocks, like those found on the beach or in a river bed, work best for this project.

Take the kids out to search for ones that lay flat and are generally round or oblong in shape. If you don’t live near water, you should be able to get some from your local garden supply store.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own rock domino set.

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1695 days ago

Small businesses in your community need a hand!

SOS Business

Hi neighbours! SOS Business was set up to help local businesses in your community. It means you can buy gift cards from your favourite cafés, restaurants and service providers and then redeem them when they re-open after lockdown.

You can play a special part helping small businesses stay … View more
Hi neighbours! SOS Business was set up to help local businesses in your community. It means you can buy gift cards from your favourite cafés, restaurants and service providers and then redeem them when they re-open after lockdown.

You can play a special part helping small businesses stay afloat during this time. Spread the word to your friends and family so that we can help as many local businesses as we can.

Thanks for being a great neighbour by being a lifeline for businesses in your community.

PS - in case you were wondering, due to the success of SOS Café, and the number of other service businesses now on the Platform, the team have rebranded to SOS Business – Save Our Small Business!
Support a local business

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1696 days ago

Gutter boards

Ima from Grey Lynn

Does anyone have one of these ? Happy to buy if you. Or if you can knock one together seeings as we’re all home bound these days. Would love to show my 9 year old how to play this game. I remember I was pretty addicted to the game in primary and practiced at home on the one my dad knocked … View moreDoes anyone have one of these ? Happy to buy if you. Or if you can knock one together seeings as we’re all home bound these days. Would love to show my 9 year old how to play this game. I remember I was pretty addicted to the game in primary and practiced at home on the one my dad knocked together for me ! Priceless!!

1695 days ago

Making the most of your Easter staycation

The Team from Auckland Council

There are plenty of things you and your family can do this Easter weekend, with the majority done from the comfort of your home.

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1695 days ago

Auckland Council food distribution programme

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

This week, an estimated 3200 boxes of food and essential household goods will be dispatched to Auckland families in need. Phone 0800 22 22 96 if you need assistance.

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1695 days ago

Mayor Goff calls on Aucklanders to stay home this Easter

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Mayor Phil Goff is calling on Aucklanders to stay home, stay local and save lives this Easter.

“Staying at home is not just the right thing to do. It’s also the law, and it will be enforced,” Mayor Goff says.

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1695 days ago

Easter rubbish and recycling collections

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Kerbside rubbish and recycling collections continue as usual, with council using Ministry of Health advice to ensure public health is not at risk. From Good Friday until 17 April, collections are a day later. All collections return to normal on Monday 20 April.

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1695 days ago

Auckland architecture wows

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Here are some highlights from the shortlist for the Auckland Architecture Awards 2020. We have a particular soft spot for the tiny Point Wells Cricket Club by Pac Studio! And this new build in Remuera, Auckland.

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