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3194 days ago

THANKS!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Thanks to everyone that participated in Neighbours Day this year! It's been amazing to see all the great events and 'goings on' around the country. If you did something with your neighbours and get a sudden urge to share it with us then don't fight that urge!! Share your story… View moreThanks to everyone that participated in Neighbours Day this year! It's been amazing to see all the great events and 'goings on' around the country. If you did something with your neighbours and get a sudden urge to share it with us then don't fight that urge!! Share your story with us by emailing kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz, sharing to our facebook page, or submitting your story on our website. We LOVE seeing all the fun times and knowing that we're getting a little closer to knowing our neighbours and connecting with our communities. AND you don't have to wait till Neighbours Day 2018 to do it again. You can go say hi, invite them for a cuppa, or do a street bbq anytime. It makes a massive difference to our sense of belonging, safety and being part of a more resilient community.

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3194 days ago

Have a heart of gold - support the St John Annual Appeal

St John New Zealand

Have a heart of gold and support the St John Annual Appeal 3-9 April.

The heart is the essence of life and has inherently warm and caring connotations. It also reflects the good that St John does in the community, and invites those who contribute to feel like they too have a heart of gold.

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Have a heart of gold and support the St John Annual Appeal 3-9 April.

The heart is the essence of life and has inherently warm and caring connotations. It also reflects the good that St John does in the community, and invites those who contribute to feel like they too have a heart of gold.

Donate here at or at any ASB branch.
Donate now!

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3198 days ago

A love letter to ... Howick

Reporter Eastern Courier

Friendly banter in the streets, locally owned businesses, a village unto itself.

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3195 days ago

From bare paddocks to a community hub

Reporter Eastern Courier

Point View School is about to celebrate 20 years since first opening classrooms in the East Auckland community of Dannemora.
The 20th anniversary celebrations take place on Friday, April 7, starting from 5pm.

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3195 days ago

Love to draw? Now learn now to animate!

Animation College

Animation College is launching a new Manukau Campus! The Diploma of Applied Animation level 6 is now taking applications.

AC is also hosting a special INFO DAY on April the 5th at NZMA Otahuhu with special guest Comic Artist/Wrestler, Michel Mulipola. We’ll be discussing the importance of … View more
Animation College is launching a new Manukau Campus! The Diploma of Applied Animation level 6 is now taking applications.

AC is also hosting a special INFO DAY on April the 5th at NZMA Otahuhu with special guest Comic Artist/Wrestler, Michel Mulipola. We’ll be discussing the importance of cultural storytelling and the new Manukau Campus.  This event will be catered by NZ Hospitality students, but R.S.V.P is essential.

Please email Gene Harris at gene.harris@animationcollege.co.nz to book.
Find out more!

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3196 days ago

Safety first for rugby club at Barry Curtis Park

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

"Near misses" at park has Howick Local Board looking at installing lights for junior players' safety.

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3196 days ago

Which House Contains Asbestos?

New Zealand Demolition & Asbestos Association

It’s not always possible to tell just by looking. Asbestos can be found in many homes or buildings built before 2000. Asbestos can be hidden behind surfaces or mixed with other products. Get Asbestos Aware!

Before drilling, sanding, sawing or knocking down walls, every home renovator or … View more
It’s not always possible to tell just by looking. Asbestos can be found in many homes or buildings built before 2000. Asbestos can be hidden behind surfaces or mixed with other products. Get Asbestos Aware!

Before drilling, sanding, sawing or knocking down walls, every home renovator or tradesperson (no matter how experienced) should learn where asbestos can be hidden and what to look for. 3-7 April marks Asbestos Awareness Week. Come along to our free event on Wednesday 5th April.
Learn more

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3197 days ago

Search the event and find all of our programme partners!

When you enter Eye on Nature, you'll be handed a passport looking like this!

Once you've found them head to the HQ and you will receive a gardening prize and go in the draw to WIN family passes to attractions around Auckland!

Check out all the partners attending with hands on … View more
When you enter Eye on Nature, you'll be handed a passport looking like this!

Once you've found them head to the HQ and you will receive a gardening prize and go in the draw to WIN family passes to attractions around Auckland!

Check out all the partners attending with hands on activities, and all the performances and activities on stage.

#EyeonNature #BeautifulManukau #FamilyEvents #FreeEvents

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3197 days ago

Always on the go? We’ve got good news!

NZ Post

You can have your parcels delivered to handy locations across Auckland, including participating supermarkets and NZ Post retailers. With Parcel Collect you can pick up your parcels where and when it suits you best. Sign up for a location near you and you could win a $4,000 Prezzy® card. Ts & … View moreYou can have your parcels delivered to handy locations across Auckland, including participating supermarkets and NZ Post retailers. With Parcel Collect you can pick up your parcels where and when it suits you best. Sign up for a location near you and you could win a $4,000 Prezzy® card. Ts & Cs apply. Find locations now!

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3198 days ago

Feedback sought on trail plans for Waiuku and Pohutukawa Coast

Communications from Franklin Local Board

The Franklin Local Board has two draft plans it is seeking your feedback on. If you live in Waiuku or the Pohutukawa Coast you might want to take a look. Go to www.shapeauckland.co.nz... to find out more and to have your say.

Feedback on both plans close 24 April 2017.

3205 days ago

Juniors selected for top-line swim coaching

Phil / PJ Taylor Reporter from Eastern Courier

Three East Auckland youngsters - Sophie Spencer, 13, of Beachlands; Ella Crowe, 11, from Half Moon Bay; and Judd Brown, 9, of Howick - have claimed spots in a highly sought-after national junior swim squad.

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3198 days ago

Public money for waste-reducing projects

Liu Chen Reporter from Eastern Courier

Grants of up to $5000 from the Auckland Council's "zero waste" fund are open for applications from April 1-30 for community groups with innovative ideas for reducing waste going to landfill.

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3198 days ago

Traditional terracing to replace BMX track

Reporter Eastern Courier

An iconic bike track in East Auckland has been demolished, but BMX still has a place in the community.

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3198 days ago

Showcasing the east's Everyday Heroes

Reporter Eastern Courier

Emergency services will be swarming Botany Town Centre this Saturday in a bid to help the community get up close and personal with their officers.
The Everyday Heroes event is on Saturday, April 1, 10am-2pm, in Town Centre Drive at Botany Town Centre.

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3198 days ago

Love your neighbourhood - and your garden?

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Then check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite … View moreThen check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine...absolutely free! Just sign up here. Sign up before Monday 3 April and like this post and you'll be in the draw to WIN ONE OF 10 COPIES of NZ Gardener's new special edition Herbs & Superfoods, packed with homegrown ways to improve your and your family's health and wellbeing (RRP $15.90). Sign up now

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