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We need more volunteer visitors in Pukekohe and Waiuku as we have clients waiting to be matched.
We are particularly looking for people who have week-day availability to visit with an older person.
If you are over 18, enjoy chatting with older people and are able to commit to visiting an … View moreWe need more volunteer visitors in Pukekohe and Waiuku as we have clients waiting to be matched.
We are particularly looking for people who have week-day availability to visit with an older person.
If you are over 18, enjoy chatting with older people and are able to commit to visiting an older person for an hour a week on an ongoing basis we would love to hear from you. We train, police vet and reference check our volunteers and match them to older people who would like more social connection. To find out more visit our website www.accm.org.nz...
If you're interested in connecting with an older person in your community, please contact anastasiab@accm.org.nz or call Ana on 2794331 ext 815 or 021 148 9722!
On December 8-11, families will be able to enjoy the Great Christmas Show at Howick's Picton Centre which is organised by the CrossNet Community Trust. The show will feature international singer Lisa Lorrell.
Every day, we work hard to deliver ‘Aa’-graded drinking water to 1.4 million people throughout Auckland.
Want to know how we treat Auckland's drinking water? Read our latest Tapped In newsletter.
Main construction work started this week to upgrade Pukekohe Station to a fully integrated bus and train interchange.
Transport Minister Simon Bridges and Mayor Phil Goff marked the occasion with the turning of the first sods.
The Auckland Transport project, which will cost $15.4 million, is … View moreMain construction work started this week to upgrade Pukekohe Station to a fully integrated bus and train interchange.
Transport Minister Simon Bridges and Mayor Phil Goff marked the occasion with the turning of the first sods.
The Auckland Transport project, which will cost $15.4 million, is funded by Auckland Council and the government through the NZ Transport Agency. It will be completed in late 2017. bit.ly...
The Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival is a free, family-friendly event that celebrates the Māori culture and heritage of Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland. There will be kiwi musicians, kapa haka performances, kids' activities, storytelling, delicious kai & more! It's all happening on … View moreThe Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival is a free, family-friendly event that celebrates the Māori culture and heritage of Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland. There will be kiwi musicians, kapa haka performances, kids' activities, storytelling, delicious kai & more! It's all happening on Auckland's waterfront this Anniversary Weekend (28 - 30 Jan).
We are now taking applications for those wanting to have a food or craft stall at the festival. Find out more at www.aucklandnz.com...
We are moving out of New Zealand and have lots to sell. Please come to our Moving/Garage sale this Sunday at 8:00 a.m. See you there!
Eric & Martha Sorensen
77 Liberty Crescent, Beachlands
No one knows when or where earthquakes will occur, but everyone can be prepared.
The simplest thing you can do to keep your family safe in a quake is to secure objects and furniture. This reduces the chance they will fall over causing injury or damage.
Click here to see how easy it is to … View moreNo one knows when or where earthquakes will occur, but everyone can be prepared.
The simplest thing you can do to keep your family safe in a quake is to secure objects and furniture. This reduces the chance they will fall over causing injury or damage.
Click here to see how easy it is to make your home safer in an earthquake.
Santa’s getting ready to visit his loyal followers in suburbs across Auckland. If you’re heading to a Santa parade, please remember to be sun smart with hats and sunblock, and bring a drink bottle – especially for little ones.
Make sure you know when parades are happening – even if … View moreSanta’s getting ready to visit his loyal followers in suburbs across Auckland. If you’re heading to a Santa parade, please remember to be sun smart with hats and sunblock, and bring a drink bottle – especially for little ones.
Make sure you know when parades are happening – even if you're not planning on attending – and you're aware of the traffic, transport and parking disruptions that may occur.
Auckland Transport has information on stop closures and alternative routes for buses during parades including Westgate, Mairangi Bay, Onehunga, Ōrewa, and Kumeū. In the city centre, Large parts of Queen Street, Albert Street, Victoria Street, Commerce Street, Customs Street, Beach Road, Mayoral Drive and other areas of the city centre will be closed.
Several bus routes and Fullers ferries will have extra services running on the day. See which ones apply to you, or use the Journey Planner to find times for regular scheduled services.
Most bus services will be diverted from the start of service until the roads reopen about 5pm.
Don’t forget – kids ride for 99c on weekends with AT Hop.
An important message about trains: Please be advised that balloons cannot be carried on trains or in the stations due to the risk of them flying away and hitting the overhead power lines.
Farmers Santa Parade
If you're heading to the the Farmers Santa Parade, Santa says driving into town isn't a great idea, as it will be very busy and hard to get around because of road closures. He's suggesting you take a bus, train or ferry instead!
Public transport will be busier than usual but Auckland Transport is putting on some extra services to make sure everyone is in town for the 1pm parade. Plan your journey in advance and travel early.
If you are planning drive in to the city centre, please be aware that road closures and parking restrictions will be in place.
Public parking is free at the Downtown, Victoria Street and Civic car parks for vehicles parked by 11am and exited by 6pm.Visit At.govt.nz to see how these could affect you.
New Zealand team represented by Elisa Martin Moses, a Macleans College Year 13 student and Joape Nagera of Rotorua Boy's High, won the Oceania title and ranked as one of the world's top five in a recent international Chinese competition.
Re-elected chair of the Howick Local Board, David Collings, is seeking legal advice over "a stream of allegations" made by Lucy Schwaner that target his professionalism.
"I won't tolerate her attacks, and nobody should legally be able to discredit others just because that … View moreRe-elected chair of the Howick Local Board, David Collings, is seeking legal advice over "a stream of allegations" made by Lucy Schwaner that target his professionalism.
"I won't tolerate her attacks, and nobody should legally be able to discredit others just because that person doesn't get their way."
St John's Friends of the Emergency Department at Middlemore Hospital is calling for volunteers to join up to make a difference to patients and their families.
With the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a… View moreWith the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a school on the other side of town. So tell us the main mode of transport by which your children or grandchildren commute.
Plus: Don't forget to join up to a Foot It Club at www.neighbourly.co.nz..., and go into the draw to WIN one of 50 Micro scooters.
An early childhood teacher has been censured for serious misconduct after she threatened the mother of a young child.
Ngametuaangai Tuaputa, the former head teacher at the Kauri Kids centre in Howick, told the mother: "Watch your back, as I know where you and your son live."
Mentors play a huge role in the lives of these young women and gain just as much out of the programme as the girls they mentor. It is an opportunity to learn about other cultures and network with like-minded women. While mentors take the opportunity to hold the door open for younger women to reach … View moreMentors play a huge role in the lives of these young women and gain just as much out of the programme as the girls they mentor. It is an opportunity to learn about other cultures and network with like-minded women. While mentors take the opportunity to hold the door open for younger women to reach their full potential, they come away with unique experiences that enrich their own lives.
Here is a video about the programme - vimeo.com...
2017 mentee intakes will come from Kelston Girls High School, Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate and Tamaki College.
Please note; this is a two to three year commitment. The actual time you will need to commit on a monthly basis is flexible and will depend on your relationship with your mentee. Almost all of our mentors tell us that what starts off feeling like a big commitment, becomes a fun experience they look forward to and it becomes a pleasure, not a burden.
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You’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along … View moreYou’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. It’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team. Register now.
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