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The SkyCity fire is continuing to burn on Wednesday morning - with severe gales and rain forecast. There have been major road closures and bus timetable changes. Make sure you're up to date with the latest:
TRAFFIC: Due to major traffic delays expected in central Auckland, we are advising … View moreThe SkyCity fire is continuing to burn on Wednesday morning - with severe gales and rain forecast. There have been major road closures and bus timetable changes. Make sure you're up to date with the latest:
TRAFFIC: Due to major traffic delays expected in central Auckland, we are advising Aucklanders to avoid unnecessary travel into the city centre," says Auckland Transport spokesperson John Nottage.
"If you can work from home or from a non-central location, or start work later in the day, we recommend you do so. More updates here.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Auckland Transport says detours are affecting the NX2 22A, 22N, 22R, 221X, 223X, 24B, 24R, 24W, 243X, 248X, 82, 802, 923, 75, 18, 151X, 171X, 172X, 195X, 209, 105, 106, 110, 125X, 129, 132, 132X, 133, 133X, 134 InnerLink and OuterLink bus services. There are also changes to bus stops.
-The SkyCity carpark was expected to open this morning and customers whose cars were stuck in the carpark on Tuesday night wouldn't be charged for the extra day.
People are being warned to stay away from the Auckland SkyCity Convention Centre fire site and out o…
Speed reductions on around 700 Auckland roads will be decided this afternoon.
Some of the dangerous roads considered for the reductions include Dairy Flat Highway, Whitford Rd, Hobson St and Karangahape Rd.
People are divided on whether reductions should be enforced. What are your thoughts?
A timelapse video shows the speed of fire at Auckland's SkyCity Convention Centre. Council employee…
Shares in SkyCity fell 4 per cent after a massive fire broke out at a convention centre under constr…
Music lovers, don’t miss this upcoming free concert featuring local and visiting European musicians, performing meditative compositions inspired by the dream of world peace.
Performers will be drawing from the vast musical legacy of the late Indian spiritual master and musician/composer Sri … View moreMusic lovers, don’t miss this upcoming free concert featuring local and visiting European musicians, performing meditative compositions inspired by the dream of world peace.
Performers will be drawing from the vast musical legacy of the late Indian spiritual master and musician/composer Sri Chinmoy. Plus interactive kirtan-style mantric songs the audience can respond to in the finale.
● When: Thursday evening, October 31, 7:00pm
● Where: Pioneers Women’s Memorial Hall, 2 Freyberg Place, off High Street, CBD.
Admission free. You can reserve seating at www.innermusic2019.org or call 022 081 4727. Further information, please visit www.meditationauckland.co.nz
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If you … View more“Parkable really has been a game-changer for me.” - Jon Kowski
By renting his single parking spot on Parkable, Jon makes an extra $2,500 each year. That means less stress about finances and a better lifestyle.
How much could you earn with Parkable? Find out by clicking through!
If you list your space by the 1st of November 2019, you'll go in the draw to win a $50 gift voucher.
A massive fire that has engulfed the SkyCity Convention Centre in central Auckland has left some com…
Hi neighbours, Poor public transport is among the most pressing challenges facing Auckland's tourism industry, multiple studies have found.
Auckland Transport hopes a new public transport system to the airport will help solve the problem. What do you think of Auckland's public transport?… View moreHi neighbours, Poor public transport is among the most pressing challenges facing Auckland's tourism industry, multiple studies have found.
Auckland Transport hopes a new public transport system to the airport will help solve the problem. What do you think of Auckland's public transport? How does it compare to other cities you've visited? What should be done to improve it?
Relianz Travel Fun Fact
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Finland has been selected by the global wildlife Travel Index announced as the best country to visit for wildlife travel adventure.
Thanks to the high levels of environmental sustainability, unique biodiversity, … View moreRelianz Travel Fun Fact
Best Wildlife Travel Destination in the world?
Finland has been selected by the global wildlife Travel Index announced as the best country to visit for wildlife travel adventure.
Thanks to the high levels of environmental sustainability, unique biodiversity, beautiful landscapes & conservation efforts, wildlife travel enthusiasts can find Finland to be the most accomodating home to all the local animal species as well as destination for travellers.
A huge fire at Auckland's under-construction SkyCity Convention Centre is the latest in a series of …
Serves 4
Ingredients
350 g Turbot - Filet no skin or bones
4 Oysters - out of shell roughly chopped
1 Shallot - brunoises
1 Chives - finely cut
1 tsp Mayonnaise
… View moreServes 4
Ingredients
350 g Turbot - Filet no skin or bones
4 Oysters - out of shell roughly chopped
1 Shallot - brunoises
1 Chives - finely cut
1 tsp Mayonnaise
Pinch Lemon Zest
Hollandaise
2 Egg yolks
100 g Butter - clarified
1 tbsp Vinegar
Pinch Salt
Broad beans
Peas
Pea feathers
Foam
2 Shallots
100 ml White Wine
600 ml Chicken Stock
150 gr Peas
Bean pods
125 gr Butter per 500 ml liquid.
Process
Filling - Fish
Mix oyster, shallot, chives, mayo and zest. Put into pipping bag. Portion the fish into 90 gm pieces, preferably triangles. Cut a pocket into the pieces and fill with the oyster mix.
Hollandaise
Wisp a sabayon in a bain-marie with yolk, vinegar and salt. Add butter little by little while whipping. Season at the end.
Beans
Break the beans out of the pods by pushing it through the shell. Blanch the beans for 10 seconds and squeeze the inner bean out of the skin.
Foam
Sautee shallot in a large based pot. Deglaze with the wine, then add stock. Bring it to boil and add the peas and bean pods. Cook for 2 mins and strain. Spread the green stuff on the tray and cool it down. When cold, blend it all. Strain and season. Add 125 g butter per 500 ml.
At Service
Bake the fish at 80 degrees for 16 minutes.
Add the beans and peas to the hollandaise with a bit of fine cut chives.
Spoon the hollandaise in the base on a large serving bowl.
Put the fish on top and garnish with pea feathers.
Hi Neighbours, Auckland Transport has brought in most of the 700 speed limits cuts it had proposed in rural and city and town centres. A new survey shows strong public support for the safety move. Do you back it ? Read the article below.
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What you need to know:
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***A massive fire has broken out at the SkyCity convention centre in Auckland's central business district.
***Smoke can currently be seen billowing from the centre, blocking weather cams and blowing across the wider city.
*** We understand the fire … View moreWhat you need to know:
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***A massive fire has broken out at the SkyCity convention centre in Auckland's central business district.
***Smoke can currently be seen billowing from the centre, blocking weather cams and blowing across the wider city.
*** We understand the fire was started by a blow torch. However, this has not been confirmed.
***Witness reports suggest the fire has not yet been controlled but more than 20 firetrucks are at the scene, including one brought in from Hamilton.
***A SkyCity spokesperson says a crisis meeting is underway. The company's first priority was ensuring the safety of workers, something reiterated by Fletcher Building, which is constructing the centre.
***Auckland Transport is stressing that people should avoid the area. Multiple roads around the scene have been closed.
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