Maraetai, Auckland

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3117 days ago

Papakura Active Expo

Deborah Morris from Papakura Leisure Centre

Hello Neighbours! Don't miss out on your chance to come along to the Active Expo and see what Papakura has to offer. There will be something for everyone so bring the whole family! Giveaways and prizes will also be up for grabs.

Plenty to choose from including Foot Mechanics, Poi 4 Pipis, … View more
Hello Neighbours! Don't miss out on your chance to come along to the Active Expo and see what Papakura has to offer. There will be something for everyone so bring the whole family! Giveaways and prizes will also be up for grabs.

Plenty to choose from including Foot Mechanics, Poi 4 Pipis, Papakura Croquet Club, Zuu, Transform Health & Fitness, Papakura Tennis & Squash Club... And much more!

Featuring Counties Manukau local talent throughout the day; Atawhai Tupaea, Teuila Fotu-Moala (Kiwi Ferns), Jennifer Feret (White Sox) & Jean Marsh (Touch Black)... Just to name a few. See you all there!
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3118 days ago

Beachlands Primary farewells admired school leader

Reporter Eastern Courier

Much-respected Beachlands Primary School principal Brian Gower is leaving after 18 years.
"I guess the legacy I leave behind is about the growth that's occurred within the people, community and school."

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3122 days ago

Forceful tradesmen leave retiree out of pocket

Reporter Eastern Courier

Ian Miller, 82, fell victim to a door-to-door sales scam that left him out of pocket and feeling deflated. The Howick pensioner was confronted by two males parading as tradies offering exterior house cleaning services on May 9.
"While the boss was shouting at me, the boy just got on and did … View more
Ian Miller, 82, fell victim to a door-to-door sales scam that left him out of pocket and feeling deflated. The Howick pensioner was confronted by two males parading as tradies offering exterior house cleaning services on May 9.
"While the boss was shouting at me, the boy just got on and did the work," he says. "I said no, but he still did the work just the same."

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3119 days ago

Cheers to the Volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Every year, over 11,000 brave men and women keep us safe. Most of them are working full-time jobs. Many are parents or grandparents. All of them are doing their bit to put out fires, save lives and keep the station working.

If you know a fire volunteer, this is your chance to say thanks. … View more
Every year, over 11,000 brave men and women keep us safe. Most of them are working full-time jobs. Many are parents or grandparents. All of them are doing their bit to put out fires, save lives and keep the station working.

If you know a fire volunteer, this is your chance to say thanks. #cheerstothevolunteers

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3120 days ago

FREE Info Sessions for New Home Builders!

The Team from Jennian Homes

If you're looking to build a new home? We've got something for you. Maybe you're curious about the hidden costs of building and designing a new home? Maybe you'd like to get design and construction planning from the experts? Or perhaps you're exploring how to build an … View moreIf you're looking to build a new home? We've got something for you. Maybe you're curious about the hidden costs of building and designing a new home? Maybe you'd like to get design and construction planning from the experts? Or perhaps you're exploring how to build an environmentally-friendly home - and save money.

Jennian New Home Builder Info Sessions are an opportunity to have all your questions answered and your dreams made achievable. They're free - and they're taking place near you. Click here to register and to reserve your complimentary seats.
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3120 days ago

Worker critically injured after getting caught between rubbish truck and tree

Reporter Eastern Courier

A man has been critically injured after becoming trapped between a rubbish truck and a tree in a workplace accident in east Auckland.
Emergency services were called to the incident in Golfland Drive, Golflands at 11.24am on Thursday.

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3121 days ago

Votes needed to become next hit web series

Reporter Eastern Courier

Two emerging East Auckland television producers have given up sleep and their social lives in a bid to win $100,000. Isla Macleod, from Mellons Bay, and Ashleigh Reid, of Whitford, are the brains behind Oddly Even, one of 10 finalists in the TVNZ New Blood web series competition.
To show … View more
Two emerging East Auckland television producers have given up sleep and their social lives in a bid to win $100,000. Isla Macleod, from Mellons Bay, and Ashleigh Reid, of Whitford, are the brains behind Oddly Even, one of 10 finalists in the TVNZ New Blood web series competition.
To show support for Oddly Even and watch all 10 finalists go to www.tvnz.co.nz....

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3121 days ago

Win tickets to see dynamic West Side Story

Phil / PJ Taylor Reporter from Eastern Courier

Sixty years after the original Broadway production in New York, West Side Story is returning to an Auckland stage. Eastern Courier has a ticket double-pass to win for the two-hour show at the Civic Theatre on Thursday, June 22.
To enter the draw email ec@snl.co.nz with West Side Story in the … View more
Sixty years after the original Broadway production in New York, West Side Story is returning to an Auckland stage. Eastern Courier has a ticket double-pass to win for the two-hour show at the Civic Theatre on Thursday, June 22.
To enter the draw email ec@snl.co.nz with West Side Story in the subject line and your name, address and contact phone number, by 5pm on Friday, June 16.

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3121 days ago

Its all about Respect!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Are you following these tips to promote respect and prevent abuse? Elder Abuse Awareness Week runs from the 15-22 June 2017, starting with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June 2017. Help Age Concern help older Kiwi's live happily and safely in their own homes and neighbourhoods. … View moreAre you following these tips to promote respect and prevent abuse? Elder Abuse Awareness Week runs from the 15-22 June 2017, starting with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June 2017. Help Age Concern help older Kiwi's live happily and safely in their own homes and neighbourhoods. #alwaysrespected #WEAAD2017

3121 days ago

Acacia Cove

Acacia Cove Village

Living a healthy life as one gets older isn’t always an easy task. Accessibility and transport can play a major role in getting the care you need. At Acacia Cove Village we do our utmost to tend to all the needs of our residents. Not only do we promote an active lifestyle, but we also support our… View moreLiving a healthy life as one gets older isn’t always an easy task. Accessibility and transport can play a major role in getting the care you need. At Acacia Cove Village we do our utmost to tend to all the needs of our residents. Not only do we promote an active lifestyle, but we also support our Residents in getting the care they need.

We have a doctor coming out to our village once a week should you need to see him. There is a nurse available 27/7 and even a podiatrist comes to visit regularly. Should you need to go for a special doctor’s appointment we have our very own volunteer drivers who will be happy to take you where you need to go. If Acacia sounds like the village for you, please visit our website to find out more.
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3121 days ago

We are loving our new location!

Tony from Southern Autos Manukau

Hello Manukau! It's been great seeing some of your friendly faces at our new location.

We're just as excited as you when it comes to finding the right deal for a car, new or used. Every used vehicle comes with a 1 year oil, filter and 30 point inspection plan. Pop in for a coffee to … View more
Hello Manukau! It's been great seeing some of your friendly faces at our new location.

We're just as excited as you when it comes to finding the right deal for a car, new or used. Every used vehicle comes with a 1 year oil, filter and 30 point inspection plan. Pop in for a coffee to let us know how we can help find the right car for you.

I'm on the corner of Great South Road and Bakerfield Place. Phone me on (09) 263 6840 or 021 2899 628 or email me at tony@southernautos.co.nz
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3123 days ago

Have you received an email from the IRD? It could be a scam

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Inland Revenue is warning of several scams circulating this tax season. Inland Revenue revealed earlier this month that there is about $183 million of tax refunds sitting unclaimed – enough to fly first class from Auckland to London and back more than 11,000 times.

Since then the IRD has been … View more
Inland Revenue is warning of several scams circulating this tax season. Inland Revenue revealed earlier this month that there is about $183 million of tax refunds sitting unclaimed – enough to fly first class from Auckland to London and back more than 11,000 times.

Since then the IRD has been alerted to a scam email that asks users to enter their personal details to claim their tax refund. The email has the subject line, "IR3 individual income tax return 2016".

It's important to remember the IRD will not:
- Advise you that you are due a tax refund through email
- Send an email with a link to a webpage which asks you submit personal details
- Ask for credit card details or bank account numbers over the phone in order to process a monetary payment
- Ask you to pay a tax debt using gift cards or vouchers
- Sent you an email that does not include or ask for your IRD number

If you receive a suspicious email, SMS scam message or a fraudulent call please email phishing@ird.govt.nz or call them on 0800 227 774 (make sure you have your IRD number).

Log on to the Inland Revenue's website, register for myIR and use its calculator to work out whether you are owed money or have tax to pay.

3124 days ago

Park carefully and legally around schools

Phil / PJ Taylor Reporter from Eastern Courier

Constable Merv Hotter is imploring motorists to obey the road safety guidelines around East Auckland schools.

"In the seven-day period, 307 vehicles stopped on the yellow lines to allow their children to exit the vehicle. Other offences of note were U-turns outside of the school where 31 … View more
Constable Merv Hotter is imploring motorists to obey the road safety guidelines around East Auckland schools.

"In the seven-day period, 307 vehicles stopped on the yellow lines to allow their children to exit the vehicle. Other offences of note were U-turns outside of the school where 31 vehicles executed this. A further 76 vehicles ignored the no right turn sign and 50 parked in the clear way."

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3122 days ago

High-achieving student earns Japanese university scholarship

Liu Chen Reporter from Eastern Courier

Pakuranga College Year 12 student Kazuma Nakano has recently been admitted to the The University of Tokyo / UTokyo on a full scholarship.
"By the time I graduate from the University of Tokyo, I hope to become someone who can give back to the school, to Japan and to New Zealand," Kazuma … View more
Pakuranga College Year 12 student Kazuma Nakano has recently been admitted to the The University of Tokyo / UTokyo on a full scholarship.
"By the time I graduate from the University of Tokyo, I hope to become someone who can give back to the school, to Japan and to New Zealand," Kazuma says.

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3122 days ago

Can a tunnel enhance father-daughter time?

New Zealand Transport Agency

A direct route to his daughter. Plus more ways to get there. Those are just a few ways the Waterview Tunnel will help Aaron spend quality time with Ysabella. See his story along with tips on how to use the tunnel safely here. Find out more

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