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#BREAKING: Police confirm that a body found in Whitford, South-East Auckland, was that of missing man John Prangley.
The unbeaten run came to an end for Pakuranga United when defeated by University in a nail-biting thriller in last Saturday's Auckland club rugby premier grade.
Pakuranga now face East Tamaki in the East Auckland derby at Bell Park this Saturday, May 13, at 2.45pm.
They may not be the most beautiful creature but the humble tiger worm could be a fantastic addition to your household. Here‘s a quick rundown on how to start your own wonderful worm farm.
The Victoria Street Cycleway will be a dedicated cycle route along Victoria Street West, from the Beaumont Street intersection to the Hobson Street intersection.
Have your say by 5 June.
Are you enthusiastic and passionate about exciting events and everything Auckland? We’re looking for volunteers to help out at Auckland events. Check out volunteernet.org.nz...
Super cyclist and East Auckland 11-year-old Lewis Atkinson won again at the BMX New Zealand national championships during Easter. He's now held the title for his age group in the 20-inch wheel race class for three years in a row.
Congratulations to those who were re-elected to the Executive Committee of the MECOSS Board at last night's A.G.M. We also welcome and congratulate newly elected members to our Executive Committee - Cat Finai and Te Haua Taua (Secretary). Thanks go to Howick's, Gingham Heart Café for … View moreCongratulations to those who were re-elected to the Executive Committee of the MECOSS Board at last night's A.G.M. We also welcome and congratulate newly elected members to our Executive Committee - Cat Finai and Te Haua Taua (Secretary). Thanks go to Howick's, Gingham Heart Café for supplying a delicious supper of fresh club-sandwiches and beautifully iced and decorated cup cakes.
Watercare is inspecting wastewater pipes from every house in Mellons Bay over the next month.
The testing is part of an Auckland-wide programme to decrease the volume of stormwater entering the wastewater network and comes after seven overflow incidences were reported in the area since last … View moreWatercare is inspecting wastewater pipes from every house in Mellons Bay over the next month.
The testing is part of an Auckland-wide programme to decrease the volume of stormwater entering the wastewater network and comes after seven overflow incidences were reported in the area since last September.
Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings. And it’s now in New … View moreMyrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings. And it’s now in New Zealand – the first sighting has been reported in Kerikeri.
If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Please take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.
To find out more about the invasive Myrtle rust fungus please visit our website.
NZ Music Month live performances continue in East Auckland with the return of a polished jazz quartet.
Good in the Hood is back. This month when you come into Z, you can vote to help groups that make a difference in your neighbourhood – whether it’s providing free meals, saving native wildlife or enriching the lives of the disabled. So come on, get into your local Z and vote to make your … View moreGood in the Hood is back. This month when you come into Z, you can vote to help groups that make a difference in your neighbourhood – whether it’s providing free meals, saving native wildlife or enriching the lives of the disabled. So come on, get into your local Z and vote to make your community a better place.
We are proud to have been awarded the best Active Ageing Programme in the Asia-Pacific region. Our award - winning programme's innovative approaches include free singing lessons, weight and resistance training, meditation, breathing and sleeping technique classes. A measured cycling and … View moreWe are proud to have been awarded the best Active Ageing Programme in the Asia-Pacific region. Our award - winning programme's innovative approaches include free singing lessons, weight and resistance training, meditation, breathing and sleeping technique classes. A measured cycling and walking track has also been created to encourage movement.
The programme is designed to encourage residents who currently get little or no exercise to walk a few times each week and gradually build up their fitness and stamina. We'd love for you to get in touch with us about our programme.
Did you know sign language is New Zealand's third official language? The Neighbourly team is celebrating New Zealand Sign Language Week by introducing themselves through sign. You can learn how to finger-spell your own name by using the NZSL Online Dictionary.
It’s often mistaken for native toetoe, but invasive lookalike pampas grass can out-compete native vegetation, pose a fire risk and provide habitat for rodents and possums.
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