Maraetai, Auckland

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What's happening in your neighbourhood?

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3092 days ago

Victories needed now as business end of season commences

Phil / PJ Taylor Reporter from Eastern Courier

Ponies rustle Pakuranga in last Saturday's premier grade club rugby; Hornets' winning march continues in the Fox memorial; and unbeaten and refreshed Fencibles kick back into action in football's NRFL.

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3093 days ago

Double pass up for grabs to Simon and Garfunkel tribute

Reporter Eastern Courier

The UK production of The Simon and Garfunkel Story returns to New Zealand after a sold-out season in London's West End and various cities across Europe. Your Eastern Courier has a ticket double pass to win for the musical show at 7pm on July 23 at the ASB Theatre.

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3096 days ago

Healthy Community Expo

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

This year, MECOSS in association with Pakuranga Plaza, Sowers and Howick Local Board will be hosting the annual Community Expo.
We're holding three such events, with
the first being held on the last weekend of these current school holidays at Pakuranga Plaza on
Saturday, 22 July 2017 from … View more
This year, MECOSS in association with Pakuranga Plaza, Sowers and Howick Local Board will be hosting the annual Community Expo.
We're holding three such events, with
the first being held on the last weekend of these current school holidays at Pakuranga Plaza on
Saturday, 22 July 2017 from 10:00 am till 2:00 pm
This is the perfect opportunity to engage with the community and get your organisation ‘out there’.
We have room to accommodate 18 to 20 stalls and are currently taking registrations.
If you would like to register your interest in exhibiting at our Expo, please email: lindsay.upton@mecoss.org.nz
So come on, join us and take up this fabulous opportunity!
Stall Fee: FREE

3093 days ago

Maraetai is ready for Auld Mug races

Phil / PJ Taylor Reporter from Eastern Courier

Maraetai is ideal for high-tech yacht racing, for conditions and public viewing, champions its sailing club commodore.
There will undoubtedly be an upsurge in interest locally for small-boat sailing following Team New Zealand's triumphant America's Cup victory over Oracle Team USA in … View more
Maraetai is ideal for high-tech yacht racing, for conditions and public viewing, champions its sailing club commodore.
There will undoubtedly be an upsurge in interest locally for small-boat sailing following Team New Zealand's triumphant America's Cup victory over Oracle Team USA in Bermuda.

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3094 days ago

WHAT A GREAT GIRLS DAY OUT....

We still have some tickets for the Habitat for Humanity Op Shop tour on Saturday 5th August. Bookabus are chauffeur driving 30 ladies between 3 of our stores - Ormiston Rd, Panmure and Pukekohe stopping enroute for lunch at Cafe Palazzo in Karaka which includes a glass of wine/coffee or tea. Your … View moreWe still have some tickets for the Habitat for Humanity Op Shop tour on Saturday 5th August. Bookabus are chauffeur driving 30 ladies between 3 of our stores - Ormiston Rd, Panmure and Pukekohe stopping enroute for lunch at Cafe Palazzo in Karaka which includes a glass of wine/coffee or tea. Your guide for the day Marilyn, our Panmure Restore Manager and interior designer, will give you some great tips on how to buy great quality goods for less, how to design a room and, along with Restore Pukekohe's very own Noreen, teach you about antiques. If you are currently redecorating a room bring your paint and fabric samples and let us show you how to take a room from drab to fab. Whether you are a seasoned pro or new to the world of op shopping this is a great opportunity to meet new friends and learn a skill that will save you money. The tour starts at 9am from our Ormiston store - 8 Ormiston Road, East Tamaki and returns at 4pm. We look forward to introducing you to our Aladdins caves that are Habitat Restore! For further information phone Debbie on 022 1239536. Spaces are limited so book TODAY.

3094 days ago

Pupils do their bit for treasured native birds

Reporter Eastern Courier

It was cake, biscuit and muffin galore at Owairoa Primary School during a bake sale for a special cause.
The East Auckland primary school has collected more than $1500 to adopt five kakapo and support its preservation.


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It was cake, biscuit and muffin galore at Owairoa Primary School during a bake sale for a special cause.
The East Auckland primary school has collected more than $1500 to adopt five kakapo and support its preservation.


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3094 days ago

Curious to learn more about building your own home?

The Team from Jennian Homes

Come along to one of our FREE info sessions to have your all questions answered.
Building a new home is an exciting adventure and Jennian Homes has been building the homes New Zealanders want for over 34 years.

Come and learn from the experts about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid… View more
Come along to one of our FREE info sessions to have your all questions answered.
Building a new home is an exciting adventure and Jennian Homes has been building the homes New Zealanders want for over 34 years.

Come and learn from the experts about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid surprises when designing a home, customised for you, to work within your true budget. Book in for a spot while they're still available! We'd love to see you there.
Register now

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3094 days ago

Competition provides unique glimpse into children's imaginations

Reporter Eastern Courier

Freshly baked biscuits drove Juliet Curwood on to be supreme winner of this year's Young Authors Challenge.

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3095 days ago

Local board dishes out money for community safety measures

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Asian Council on Reducing Crime (ACRC) is drawing up a home safety checklist after receiving funds from the Howick Local Board. Its chairwoman Rosa Chow says the funding is essential in spreading its community safety messages and advice.

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3095 days ago

Curious about electric vehicles?

Meridian Energy

We invited a member of the Neighbourly team to give an electric car a go for a couple of weeks. Find out what Sarah learnt about city living with an 'EV' and what our plans are for our staff fleet over the next few months! Learn more

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3095 days ago

East Aucklander awarded for lifetime's contributions

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

East Auckland local legend John Roy-Wojciechowski says his NZ Order of Merit recognition is his "number one" award.

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3095 days ago

Arts appointment seen as great match

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Te Tuhi Centre for the Arts is welcoming an experienced curator to its team who will bring her vast international knowledge to the public arts centre.

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3096 days ago

New forum provides solutions to parental problems

Reporter Eastern Courier

Sowers Trust's latest programme, the Parents Connect Group, delivers a drop-in service for parents to connect and share information on the troubles of raising children. "A lot of parents think there is something wrong with them or their children, so the Parents Connect Group is a place … View moreSowers Trust's latest programme, the Parents Connect Group, delivers a drop-in service for parents to connect and share information on the troubles of raising children. "A lot of parents think there is something wrong with them or their children, so the Parents Connect Group is a place where they can support and bounce ideas off each other and come away feeling empowered."

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3096 days ago

Didn’t get your enrolment update pack in the mail?

Electoral Commission

Hi neighbours! If you haven't received your enrolment update pack, you may not be enrolled to vote in the General Election. Make sure you're ready to vote! Enrol, check, or update your details now. Find out more

3099 days ago

Fearing for children's safety in East Auckland road environment

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

East Auckland residents are concerned that fast cars are a threat to the safety of their family members. Sunnyhills mum-of-four Nicola Norton says drivers "gun it" from both ends of Meadway, likely going at 80 to 90 kilometres per hour.

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East Auckland residents are concerned that fast cars are a threat to the safety of their family members. Sunnyhills mum-of-four Nicola Norton says drivers "gun it" from both ends of Meadway, likely going at 80 to 90 kilometres per hour.

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