Maraetai, Auckland

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What's happening in your neighbourhood?

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2940 days ago

Red Cross Fundraising-Events Volunteer Administrator

The team from Red Cross Auckland

We are looking for an Fundraising-Events Volunteer Administrator who is able to make a commitment of 8-16 hours during business hours Mon-Fri, with duties such as data entry, social media, marketing/promotional emails, volunteer and site rosters. Training and support provided.
If you are … View more
We are looking for an Fundraising-Events Volunteer Administrator who is able to make a commitment of 8-16 hours during business hours Mon-Fri, with duties such as data entry, social media, marketing/promotional emails, volunteer and site rosters. Training and support provided.
If you are dependable, conscientious, experienced in Microsoft Suite, social media and can confidently communicate in both spoken and written English, please forward your CV with available hours. A letter of reference and a Thank you Certificate will be provided for the upon completion, along with a wealth of experience and upgrading of skills.
Please note, applicant process includes Police check and New Zealand residence and this is a non paying role.

Applications close 18th December. Apply now!

Our work is diverse and far reaching and would not be possible without the efforts of our amazing supporters who volunteer their time with us. Fundraising is also essential in running programmes like Refugee Settlement, Meals on Wheels, Disaster Welfare Response and so much more. Be a part of Red Cross!

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2940 days ago

Auckland bookworms wiggle their way to world’s top 8 eBook club

Communications Team from Auckland Council

A children’s tale of clever rats and their pied piper has led Auckland Libraries across the line to reach a total of 4 million checkouts from their main eBooks platform, OverDrive. The milestone was reached this month with the checkout of Amazing Maurice and his educated rodents by author Terry … View moreA children’s tale of clever rats and their pied piper has led Auckland Libraries across the line to reach a total of 4 million checkouts from their main eBooks platform, OverDrive. The milestone was reached this month with the checkout of Amazing Maurice and his educated rodents by author Terry Pratchett.

Auckland Libraries has over 200,000 eBooks and eAudiobooks and 700 eMagazine titles in its digital collection, including latest releases, classics, children’s and teen material. There are also books in a range of languages.

Their free eCollections can be accessed on your reading device from anywhere with internet connection, especially useful if you're going away these summer holidays.

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2941 days ago

Accomplished musicality recognised

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Ruske Performing Arts has won an excellence in music prize from New York's iTheatrics and Australasia's Music Theatre International.

(Please put NFP/Not for print if you don't want your comments used in the paper)

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2941 days ago

Heard about our passenger shuttle service?

Sealink

SeaLink has made your trip to Waiheke Island that little bit easier when you want to leave your car at home. We now have a shuttle bus waiting for you at our Kennedy Point ferry terminal that will take you to the heart of Waiheke’s Oneroa village.

The shuttle will drop you back to our … View more
SeaLink has made your trip to Waiheke Island that little bit easier when you want to leave your car at home. We now have a shuttle bus waiting for you at our Kennedy Point ferry terminal that will take you to the heart of Waiheke’s Oneroa village.

The shuttle will drop you back to our terminal once your Island time is done. Check out our website Sealink.co.nz for shuttle times and further information or call 0800 SEALINK. See you soon!

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2941 days ago

FREE Christmas Card making workshops

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Sending Love is an initiative encouraging people to give a Christmas card/s to lonely aging people in our community who will be confined to a rest home during the festive season.
At this time of year, nothing is more personal and meaningful than to receive a custom-made Christmas card.
Megan … View more
Sending Love is an initiative encouraging people to give a Christmas card/s to lonely aging people in our community who will be confined to a rest home during the festive season.
At this time of year, nothing is more personal and meaningful than to receive a custom-made Christmas card.
Megan Lawrence from Crop Craft Create, has donated two free drop-in sessions and paper crafting company Close To My Heart in America have donated beautiful cards to help you fashion something a little bit special. With Megan's assistance you'll turn them into a collectable keepsake that’ll be cherished by the recipient.  


WHERE: Howick Library, 25 Uxbridge Rd, Howick, Auckland
DAY & DATE: Wednesday, 13 December 2017
TIME: 9:30am to 11:30am 
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WHERE: Botany Town Centre Library, Sunset Terrace, East Tamaki, Auckland
DAY & DATE: Thursday, 14 December 2017
TIME: 3:00pm to 5:00pm
 
A drop-box has been placed in the foyer inside the All Saints’ Community Centre, 30 Cook Street, Howick (across the road from Subway), where you can post your festive creation or a store bought card, ready for Manukau Council of Social Services (MECOSS) staff, to deliver them to local aged-care facilities before Christmas Day.

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2941 days ago

Study Health - 20 Week Courses at NZMA

NZMA

Interested in Healthcare? Looking for a change in career? Or just want to make a difference to people’s lives? If you answered yes to any of these then studying on a health course at NZMA may be your perfect next step.

Our 20 week Health courses will equip you with the academic skills to get … View more
Interested in Healthcare? Looking for a change in career? Or just want to make a difference to people’s lives? If you answered yes to any of these then studying on a health course at NZMA may be your perfect next step.

Our 20 week Health courses will equip you with the academic skills to get a career in the health sector or help enhance your study further. The courses provide learners with an overview and introduction to the main concepts of human health, wellbeing, the healthcare systems in New Zealand and much more.

What’s more, our entry level Health Studies course is part of the Government-led Youth Guarantee programme so if you’re 16-19 you can study this course for FREE. Our next health course intake is starting in February, and we are enrolling now. You can apply online (or call us on 0800 222 833) to learn more.
Apply now

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2942 days ago

East New Network is up and running

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Today’s the day, the east New Network is up and running now. Make sure you check our website for changes to the buses: at.govt.nz...

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2942 days ago

Need a Christmas Gift for your Kitty?

Purina

Chances are you haven’t yet thought of that perfect gift for your furry feline this year… Made with real meat and natural ingredients, FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS is the irresistibly smooth and creamy treat that is on your cat’s Christmas wish list. Share a special moment and delight in the joy of… View moreChances are you haven’t yet thought of that perfect gift for your furry feline this year… Made with real meat and natural ingredients, FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS is the irresistibly smooth and creamy treat that is on your cat’s Christmas wish list. Share a special moment and delight in the joy of hand feeding this delicious treat to your beloved friend this Christmas! Available from all leading supermarkets, RRP $3.99.

Plus - we're giving away a free sample of FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS! Simply take our two minute survey and tell us how Christmassy your cat is!
Take the survey

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2943 days ago

New Network for East Auckland starts tomorrow

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

The big day is tomorrow east Auckland! Before the New Network rolls out in your neighbourhood, make sure you know all about the changes to services by checking our website: at.govt.nz...

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2943 days ago

Thank you Auckland

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

To our Auckland commuters and rail patrons, we thank you for your patience and understanding during industrial action.

We apologise for the inconvenience this may have caused you.

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2943 days ago

Trains will run today

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Trains will run today following yesterday's industrial action. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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2943 days ago

5 easy ways to save water at home

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Less than a week into summer and many parts of the country are already facing water shortages and restrictions.

If you're keen to help preserve supplies, here are some slightly less obvious water-saving options for the long hot months ahead.

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