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π£ We are closing all non-essential services across the region on Monday 13 and Tuesday 14 February as the region prepares for Cyclone Gabrielle.
β This includes libraries, community centres, early childhood education centres, and active recreation centres.
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Only critical regulatory … View moreπ£ We are closing all non-essential services across the region on Monday 13 and Tuesday 14 February as the region prepares for Cyclone Gabrielle.
β This includes libraries, community centres, early childhood education centres, and active recreation centres.
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Only critical regulatory services activities, such as building assessments, will continue to take place.
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Essential services, such as our contact centres and cemeteries, will remain open.
β‘οΈ We are redirecting our staff to support the CDCs and evacuation shelters.
π£ Due to weather constraints, all council collections on Monday 13 & Tuesday 14 February are cancelled. There is no change to your collection if your usual day is Wednesday to Friday.
β‘οΈ Please bring your bins/bags in, to keep them secure and avoid them being blown away.
β‘οΈ For … View moreπ£ Due to weather constraints, all council collections on Monday 13 & Tuesday 14 February are cancelled. There is no change to your collection if your usual day is Wednesday to Friday.
β‘οΈ Please bring your bins/bags in, to keep them secure and avoid them being blown away.
β‘οΈ For private services check with your provider for details.
β οΈ Everything you need to get ready for and during cyclone Gabrielle:
βΉοΈ For the latest AEM updates and support, visit bit.ly...
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For preparedness advice, visit bit.ly...
ποΈ For Civil Defence Centres, Community Hubs and Shelter Sites, visit bit.ly...
β For interruptions to … View moreβ οΈ Everything you need to get ready for and during cyclone Gabrielle:
βΉοΈ For the latest AEM updates and support, visit bit.ly...
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For preparedness advice, visit bit.ly...
ποΈ For Civil Defence Centres, Community Hubs and Shelter Sites, visit bit.ly...
β For interruptions to our services and facilities, visit bit.ly...
π For Auckland network status, visit bit.ly...
π§ For the latest updates on the water and wastewater situation visit bit.ly...
The Railway Enthusiasts' Society Inc is holding a massive book sale Saturday & Sunday 25/26th February at the Clubrooms and open to the public. Tell your friends.
Over 1000 books will be on offer as well as DVD's, Rail ephemera, photos, VHS tapes, etc. A vast array of both New … View moreThe Railway Enthusiasts' Society Inc is holding a massive book sale Saturday & Sunday 25/26th February at the Clubrooms and open to the public. Tell your friends.
Over 1000 books will be on offer as well as DVD's, Rail ephemera, photos, VHS tapes, etc. A vast array of both New Zealand and Overseas books and publications will be available. Many sought after titles are included. Pricing will range from give-away to $30 depending on condition of the book and demand. This is the first time a sale of this magnitude with so many rail and other titles has come to the public. Cash & EFTPOS. All proceeds go to the RES.
Where: 38 Alfred St, Onehunga
Time:
Saturday 1.30pm - 4.00pm
Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm
Further information:
Email: office@res.org.nz
Phone: (09) 6369361 weekday mornings
Authorised by A Verry.
The cyclone is forecast to start hitting Northland at 1am Sunday, with the full effects likely to be felt on Monday and Tuesday. There are weather warnings in place for Northland, Auckland including Great Barrier Island, Coromandel and Bay of Plenty.
Experts say the cyclone is said to be one of … View moreThe cyclone is forecast to start hitting Northland at 1am Sunday, with the full effects likely to be felt on Monday and Tuesday. There are weather warnings in place for Northland, Auckland including Great Barrier Island, Coromandel and Bay of Plenty.
Experts say the cyclone is said to be one of the worst storms expected to hit this century and has now intensified into a "severe category three".
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown urged Aucklanders last week to prepare for the next big weather event, bringing torrential rain and risk of flooding.
"The direct path of Cyclone Gabrielle is uncertain at this stage, and while we are hoping for the best, we must all be prepared for the worst," Mayor Brown said.
Auckland Emergency Management's Deputy Controller Rachel Kelleher said her team is working with the Mayor's Office and Auckland council to ensure the region is prepared for what Cyclone Gabrielle could bring.
"Our key message for the community is to use the next few days to get ready for what could be another significant event," she said.
Kelleher said Auckland Emergency Management is preparing to open a number of additional Civil Defence Centres across the region for people needing to evacuate.
FENZ Auckland City District manager Vaughan Mackereth's told AM's Ryan Bridge on Friday morning that if you are in your home and see flood waters enter your property to call Civil Defence and report that your property is flooding as soon as possible.
"If your life is in danger, or there is a landslide happening on your property or above you, call 111," he said.
Mackereth also reminded people to stay off the roads, as it reduces the risk of being trapped by flooding or hit by a falling tree.
With a new cyclone on the way, emergency flooding is a serious possibility for anyone no matter the circumstances.
The best way to stay safe during flooding is to be prepared on what you should be doing if it happens in your household, how to keep safe, and where to go during the crisis.
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Here's a guide on what to do when your house begins to flood:
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Rising Floodwaters
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Put safety first, don't do anything reckless or dangerous
Act quickly, and grab important emergency items
Listen to emergency services and local Civil Defence authorities
Self-evacuate if you feel unsafe
Lift curtains, rugs and bedding off the floor
Check on neighbours if it is safe to do so
Home Evacuation
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Once people in your household have safely evacuated the premises, call for help.
Your focus during an evacuation should be on you and your loved ones rather than the damage to the house
Turn all electricity and power off
Ensure that no one is still inside when evacuating the property
If anyone is injured or needs help, call 111 to get the recovery process underway
Keep up to date with evacuation sites on Auckland Emergency Management.
What to take with you
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A bag to put items in
Phone + Phone Charger
Non Perishable food
Warm clothing
A pair of shoes
Rain Jacket
Bottle of water
Other people from your household
Any important medication
Baby/Pet food
Note: You may want to have this bag already prepared ahead of time
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Moving through Floodwaters
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Never try to walk, swim or drive through floodwater. Many flood fatalities are caused by people attempting to drive through water.
Don't drive through floodwaters
Be cautious of hidden objects if walking through floodwaters
Don't swim as there are potential health risks linked with contaminated water
If possible, stay inside until it is safe to leave
Who to contact
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111 Police, Fire and Ambulance
Phone 0800 22 22 00 for urgent flooding issues and assistance.
105 for non-emergencies
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It is important to keep up to date with the latest on Cyclone Gabrielle through MetService forecasts as parts or all of these Watches may be upgraded to Warnings, and further areas will likely be added.
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Single bed with single trundler underneath. The trundler bed has 3 drawers for extra storage too.
In good solid condition, comes with both mattresses too.
Dimensions with frame are: Length 1.97cm, Width 96cm, Height (from bottom to top of mattress) 65cm, Headboard height 88cm.
Comes from a pet … View moreSingle bed with single trundler underneath. The trundler bed has 3 drawers for extra storage too.
In good solid condition, comes with both mattresses too.
Dimensions with frame are: Length 1.97cm, Width 96cm, Height (from bottom to top of mattress) 65cm, Headboard height 88cm.
Comes from a pet free and smoke free house.
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Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot with Hunger for Colour!
Simply bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). We'll donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.
By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help… View moreSwap food for a FREE Resene testpot with Hunger for Colour!
Simply bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). We'll donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.
By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
The newest addition to the NZ Compare suite of comparison brands has landed - Mobile Compare is the home of Kiwi Mobile Plans. A one stop shop for Neighbours everywhere!
Start 2023 right! Forget overspending and getting stuck with a plan that offers too much or too little.
Whether youβre … View moreThe newest addition to the NZ Compare suite of comparison brands has landed - Mobile Compare is the home of Kiwi Mobile Plans. A one stop shop for Neighbours everywhere!
Start 2023 right! Forget overspending and getting stuck with a plan that offers too much or too little.
Whether youβre after unlimited minutes and calling, endless data or flexible payment options to fit your budget, Mobile Compare has it all from your favourite providers. Plus, the website is super easy to use β youβll find a fantastic deal in no time! Check it out today!
As Auckland prepares for a possible category three cyclone this Sunday 12 February, with wet weather and high winds forecast, we are asking residents to prepare, particularly in the areas where clean-up is underway after the recent flood.
New Beginners class starting
Thursday 16th February . Epsom methodist church. Pah Rd. Greenwoods Cnr. Epsom
Put on your dancing shoes and come along.
Ph Annette 0273737177
Jazz up a tired set of wicker chairs with eye-popping colours and Resene FX Metallic paint.
Find out how to add a little shimmer of your own with these easy instructions.
Central Auckland Grief Support will meet in the Hillsborough area on Saturday 18 Feb 2pm. We are a peer support group for adults who have gone through separation, divorce, the death of a significant person or major changes. Contact Mabel at 021-173-4978 to register.
Auckland Emergency Management are working closely with MetService New Zealand and tracking Cyclone Gabrielle, which is due to start impacting the upper North Island from Sunday.
We encourage our TΔmaki Makaurau whΔnau to use this time to get prepared.
With potential for heavy rain and strong … View moreAuckland Emergency Management are working closely with MetService New Zealand and tracking Cyclone Gabrielle, which is due to start impacting the upper North Island from Sunday.
We encourage our TΔmaki Makaurau whΔnau to use this time to get prepared.
With potential for heavy rain and strong winds, surface flooding and slips are possible and strong wind gusts could damage trees, powerlines and unsecured structures.
How to get prepared:
1. Stay up to date with the latest weather warnings from MetService: www.metservice.com...
2. Make a household plan that includes your pets, in case you need to evacuate.
3. Have a grab bag with essential items ready to go.
4. Be prepared for possible power outages and check emergency supplies. In a storm you could be stuck at home for up to three days.
5. Clear debris and leaves from drains and gutters to help prevent surface flooding.
6. Secure items like wheelie bins, trampolines, outdoor furniture, boats and trailers. Bring items inside or tie items down that could move in strong winds.
7. Check on your friends, whΔnau, neighbours and anyone who might need your help, especially those who have already been affected by recent flooding.
Follow Auckland Emergency Management on Facebook or Twitter or visit their website by clicking on 'Read More' to stay updated as this weather system progresses and receive further advice.
For preparedness advice in different languages visit: getready.govt.nz...
Kia kaha TΔmaki Makaurau.
With rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?
If you don't wish for your replies to be … View moreWith rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?
If you don't wish for your replies to be used in the We Say You Say column, include NFP in your comment.
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