Mairangi Bay, Auckland

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

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1330 days ago

Did you know??

Hugh from Browns Bay

What happens when you use one of those big green plastic garden waste bags you get from hardware stores? I always assumed that the firm picks them up from your home, takes to the dump, empties them, cleans them and puts them back in the market. See photo from the Rosedale dump.
I asked one of the … View more
What happens when you use one of those big green plastic garden waste bags you get from hardware stores? I always assumed that the firm picks them up from your home, takes to the dump, empties them, cleans them and puts them back in the market. See photo from the Rosedale dump.
I asked one of the staff what happens to them. He told me that at the end of each day, they use one of the diggers to reach up, grab the bag by a corner, shake it empty, then it goes into the waste material, not recycled at all.
So if you are a conservationist, you may want to think again about using these. I put a big plastic cover in my boot with rear seats folded down, take our green waste to the dump. Cost me $27 today for a big load. Or perhaps you have family or friend with a towbar and trailer?

1329 days ago

Pet Services

Angela from North Shore Fur Patrol

Need assistance with Feline Care over the Easter break or regular companionship for your Canine friend who struggles when you are at work, we can help.

1329 days ago

Waitematā DHB staff begin receiving Covid-19 vaccinations

Danielle Clent Reporter from North Shore Times

Front-line health workers in Waitematā DHB are beginning to get their Covid-19 vaccinations.

It comes a week before the DHB officially launches its vaccination programme for its 8600 staff.

In a media release, the DHB said it would start with 1820 higher-risk staff members who are more at risk … View more
Front-line health workers in Waitematā DHB are beginning to get their Covid-19 vaccinations.

It comes a week before the DHB officially launches its vaccination programme for its 8600 staff.

In a media release, the DHB said it would start with 1820 higher-risk staff members who are more at risk of contracting the virus through direct patient contact if community transmission was to occur.

North Shore Hospital emergency department nurse Tegan Mayo received her first dose of the Pfizer vaccine this week.

"The whole process was painless and I encourage everyone to get vaccinated when the opportunity arises, Mayo said.

"It was exciting and I was glad to be part of history being made."

Vaccination clinics for healthcare workers have been set up at both North Shore Hospital and Waitākere Hospital.

DHB chief executive Dale Bramley said vaccinations beginning was an important milestone in protecting the community from Covid-19.

"An incredible amount of work has gone on to get these clinic up and running and the vaccination of our staff will provide yet another layer of protection for all those who use and visit our facilities."

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1329 days ago

Plunket Photo Fundraiser

Sarah from Forrest Hill

Update your families photo album for a great price and support the North Shore Plunket Community Team at the same time!

15 mins sitting time

$150 - for 8 digital images of your choice.

11th of April, 2021
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Update your families photo album for a great price and support the North Shore Plunket Community Team at the same time!

15 mins sitting time

$150 - for 8 digital images of your choice.

11th of April, 2021

The Plunket Hub
8 Constellation Drive, Rosedale.

Please contact Sarah to book in:
Sarah.Gracie-Compain@plunket.org.nz
021870494

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1329 days ago

Artisan breads: Bread dough to Ciabatta

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Perfect your kneading and bread-making techniques with the support of our chef in this one day weekend course. Making your own bread from scratch is a wonderful skill to have, and you'll gain recipes and techniques you can use again and again.

At the end of the day you will come away with a … View more
Perfect your kneading and bread-making techniques with the support of our chef in this one day weekend course. Making your own bread from scratch is a wonderful skill to have, and you'll gain recipes and techniques you can use again and again.

At the end of the day you will come away with a large amount of fresh delicious bread to take home and enjoy sharing.

You'll learn about working with different types of yeast, recognise and understand the important stages in bread making, and specialist techniques such as working with a starter and different loaf shapes.

RECIPES INCLUDED IN THIS COURSE:
- Basic bread dough
- Plaited white bread
- Sourdough
- Ciabatta
- Farmers Bread

1331 days ago

Houseplants looking sick? The plant doctor answers your questions

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to … View more
Hi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to turn yellow or an infestation of bugs to set in.

We put some of your houseplant questions to the plant doctors from Kings Plant Barn to diagnose. Find their answers here.

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1330 days ago

Our Latin Fiesta Day

Birkenhead Village

Our Latin Fiesta Day of the Chill is this Sunday 28th at Birkenhead Village.

We invite you to join us for a fun family day full of authentic Latin flavour starting at 12 noon.

Live children’s entertainment street food, face painting, Mariachis & music.
Don’t miss the Brazilian Divas… View more
Our Latin Fiesta Day of the Chill is this Sunday 28th at Birkenhead Village.

We invite you to join us for a fun family day full of authentic Latin flavour starting at 12 noon.

Live children’s entertainment street food, face painting, Mariachis & music.
Don’t miss the Brazilian Divas at 7.30 pm & Soul Agents Rhythm & Blues at 8 pm

Loads of free parking. For more details www.birkenhead.net.nz/Events
Find out more

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1330 days ago

Vein & Laser clinical team experts that care

Vein and Laser Group

Approximately 35% of our population suffer from varicose veins. Varicose veins can lead to leg aching, tiredness, heaviness. Often the long-term problems of swelling, itchiness, leg cramps and ulcers are not recognized as being associated with veins. 

Modern-day treatment is usually … View more
Approximately 35% of our population suffer from varicose veins. Varicose veins can lead to leg aching, tiredness, heaviness. Often the long-term problems of swelling, itchiness, leg cramps and ulcers are not recognized as being associated with veins. 

Modern-day treatment is usually non-surgical (injections or laser), and greatly improves a varicose vein sufferer’s quality of life.

Most health insurance companies cover varicose vein treatment but not cosmetic (thread vein) treatment.

At Vein & Laser Dr Elisabeth De Felice will see you for each of your appointments to ensure continuity of care.
 
Please fill in our online form, or contact us on 0800 085 555.
Make an Appointment

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1335 days ago

👉 Just Listed single level family home in Mairangi Bay ⏰

Gabrielle Elborough from

Open Home Saturday & Sunday from 20th March 2021 from 2:15 to 3:00pm

2a Landsberg Way
Brick & tile family home.
Single level.
School zones: Rangitoto College, Murrays Bay Intermediate, Mairangi Bay Primary

Link to property details: www.barfoot.co.nz...

#mairangi #mairangibay … View more
Open Home Saturday & Sunday from 20th March 2021 from 2:15 to 3:00pm

2a Landsberg Way
Brick & tile family home.
Single level.
School zones: Rangitoto College, Murrays Bay Intermediate, Mairangi Bay Primary

Link to property details: www.barfoot.co.nz...

#mairangi #mairangibay #sellwithgabrielle #windsorpark
#sunnynook #northshore #eastcoastbays #forresthill #totaravale
#buywithgabrielle #northshorehomenz
#barfootmairangi #barfootandthompson

1332 days ago

Bins are better for the environment

The Team from Auckland Council

Use the Pay-As-You-Throw tag; you only put your rubbish out when the bin is full with a pre-paid bin tag attached. Plus, there is NO contract.

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1348 days ago

Missing French teen Eloi Rolland: Friends and family still have no answers a year on

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

In 2019, French teenager Eloi Rolland arrived in New Zealand to study. He partied, got a job and made friends. But six months later he disappeared without a trace. A year on, police say “his fate remains unknown” and his case looks set to be referred to the coroner. Caroline Williams reports.

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In 2019, French teenager Eloi Rolland arrived in New Zealand to study. He partied, got a job and made friends. But six months later he disappeared without a trace. A year on, police say “his fate remains unknown” and his case looks set to be referred to the coroner. Caroline Williams reports.

During his time in Auckland, Rolland went to the zoo, enjoyed nights out, worked at a popular bar, dabbled in modelling and, with friends, visited Piha on the rugged west coast.

Before his disappearance, Rolland expressed to his family that he wished to visit Piha again, and on March 6 last year, he did just that.

He has not been seen or heard from since.

“Each day we feel more and more worried and more helpless," his father Thierry Rolland tells Stuff.

Click 'read more' for our full report.

1331 days ago

Have you planted anything to screen out neighbours?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We all need and value privacy in our homes and gardens, and fast-growing, non-invasive clumping bamboo is proving to be a popular option. What have you got in your garden for that purpose?

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1331 days ago

Do you want to learn Japanese?

Aya from Torbay - Long Bay

Konnichiwa! こんにちは!

I know that Japanese is a struggle,but I am here to help.My first language is Japanese. I have experience tutoring individual. I am passionate about teaching Japanese and have a very flexible schedule. I live in Torbay. If you are interested in my lesson($20/per) … View more
Konnichiwa! こんにちは!

I know that Japanese is a struggle,but I am here to help.My first language is Japanese. I have experience tutoring individual. I am passionate about teaching Japanese and have a very flexible schedule. I live in Torbay. If you are interested in my lesson($20/per) please Email me for more info.


kimura-dines2410@hotmail.com

I can help with school homework, practice speaking,reading, writing,grammar,Translate ect
*One-off lesson is ok

Aya

1331 days ago

Homework Hacks

NumberWorks'nWords East Coast Bays

Homework can often be difficult but creating a good routine and healthy study habits can make the process more effective and efficient.

Have you or your child implemented the following?
- create a distraction free environment
- schedule homework time
- give praise and rewards
- connect with … View more
Homework can often be difficult but creating a good routine and healthy study habits can make the process more effective and efficient.

Have you or your child implemented the following?
- create a distraction free environment
- schedule homework time
- give praise and rewards
- connect with teachers
- get additional support if needed

Follow the link to find out more:

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1331 days ago

Do you live near an abandoned or derelict property?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

New Zealand is in a housing crisis. Around the country, the demand for property continues to outstrip supply, driving record median prices even higher. In Auckland - where an average house price of over $1m has seen it ranked the fourth least-affordable city in the world - some properties sit empty… View moreNew Zealand is in a housing crisis. Around the country, the demand for property continues to outstrip supply, driving record median prices even higher. In Auckland - where an average house price of over $1m has seen it ranked the fourth least-affordable city in the world - some properties sit empty and unmaintained.

Last week I reported on some of Auckland's mysterious million dollar dumps, and I'm sure there are plenty more out there. If you live near an empty, derelict property and are curious about it, I'd love to hear from you - flick me an email at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz

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