452 days ago

Mayor and Auckland Council's emergency declaration 'came too late'

Melanie Earley Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora neighbours, during Auckland’s worst ever rainfall event, Mayor Wayne Brown and Auckland Council declared a state of emergency “too late” to reassure the public.

The findings of an independent review into Auckland Council’s response to the devastating January floods were released on Wednesday.

Former police commissioner Mike Bush, the head of the independent review panel, presented key findings of the report at a stand-up in Auckland CBD.

What do you think of the findings of the review?

Read the full story at the link below

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15 hours ago

Volunteer opportunity- Habitat for Humanity Vietnam October- registration cut off date less than 2 weeks away

Janet from Te Atatu Peninsula

Habitat for Humanity - Volunteers wanted for our October Build Project in Vietnam
Our Habitat for Humanity Global Village Build Project in Vietnam has been rescheduled to mid October. If you are 18 or over and interested in a travel experience that is more rewarding and insightful than the standard, why don’t you join us for a week of volunteering. No construction skills or experience required - just enthusiasm and an open mind :-). Registrations close 19 July so be in quick!
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7 days ago

Why are ghosts such bad liars?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

...You can see right through them.

No, we haven't lost the plot! July 1st is International Joke Day and because laughter is good for your body, we want to get involved.

So, go on, jokers! Share your best joke below...

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1 day ago

Experience the Ryman difference

Keith Park Retirement Village

Tuesday 16 July, 10am

Join us for a presentation to find out more about our retirement village in Hobsonville.

Learn about independent living in our spacious, modern apartments. We will also explain the full living options that will be available once the village centre is open in late August, including the extra support of a serviced apartment alongside rest home, hospital and specialist dementia care.

Our resident friendly terms, the village amenities, and any questions you may have will also be covered.

This will be followed by delicious refreshments.

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