Mechanics Bay, Auckland

1636 days ago

Living the dream

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

It's inspirational to meet a family that's taken the plunge to leave the rat race and establish themselves in the country. This couple not only managed to keep their jobs, but also build a stunning house on the Coromandel Peninsula that has caught the eye of NZIA judges.

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1637 days ago

Pest Free Auckland

The Team from Auckland Council

Across the months of May and June, we have been asking Aucklanders to create a Pest-Free haven in their backyard through placing traps, pulling weeds, and planting natives.

To help further support Aucklanders we ran a Q&A session with our Pest Free Auckland experts on Instagram and thought … View more
Across the months of May and June, we have been asking Aucklanders to create a Pest-Free haven in their backyard through placing traps, pulling weeds, and planting natives.

To help further support Aucklanders we ran a Q&A session with our Pest Free Auckland experts on Instagram and thought we’d share a summary of the great questions and useful answers to get everyone started on their Pest Free Auckland journey.
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1638 days ago

Did you miss out on diagnostic appointments during lockdown?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

People are diagnosed with cancer everyday in New Zealand, but what about during the coronavirus lockdown? We're keen to talk to someone whose diagnostic appointments were put on hold during alert level 4, and how this has affected you. If you are willing to share your story, and be identified,… View morePeople are diagnosed with cancer everyday in New Zealand, but what about during the coronavirus lockdown? We're keen to talk to someone whose diagnostic appointments were put on hold during alert level 4, and how this has affected you. If you are willing to share your story, and be identified, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

1638 days ago

Open day at Ponsonby Intermediate School

Ponsonby Intermediate

Come along to Ponsonby Intermediate School and see the school in action! We are holding open mornings and one open evening on the following dates:

Term 2:
Open Mornings – Tuesday 9 June, Wednesday 10 June, Tuesday 23 June.
9:15am - 12:00pm for Year 6 students and parents/caregivers. Students… View more
Come along to Ponsonby Intermediate School and see the school in action! We are holding open mornings and one open evening on the following dates:

Term 2:
Open Mornings – Tuesday 9 June, Wednesday 10 June, Tuesday 23 June.
9:15am - 12:00pm for Year 6 students and parents/caregivers. Students will be invited to come to Ponsonby Intermediate School from 9:15am with their parents/caregivers.

Term 3:
Open Morning – Tuesday 28 July
Open Evening - Wednesday 12 August
6:00pm - Tours of the School in action
6:45pm - Principals address in the Hall
7:00pm - Ponsonby Performance Evening.
All welcome. Bookings only.

Email office@ponsint.school.nz
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1639 days ago

Capture the captivating winning shot

The Team from Auckland Museum

It was a pitch-black, two-second encounter with this amazing cephalopod that gave 14-year-old Aucklander, Cruz Erdmann an opportunity to capture the captivating winning shot of a bigfin squid illuminating the inky blackness of the ocean.

Cruz took out the Young Wildlife Photographer of the YearView more
It was a pitch-black, two-second encounter with this amazing cephalopod that gave 14-year-old Aucklander, Cruz Erdmann an opportunity to capture the captivating winning shot of a bigfin squid illuminating the inky blackness of the ocean.

Cruz took out the Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year category, being chosen from nearly 50,000 entries from 92 counties, honoured by the longest-running nature photography exhibition in the world! We spoke to this young creative on his incredible achievement.

As the Museum is now open, come and see all of the stunning images from the exhibition, extended for a limited time.
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1639 days ago

Discover the luxury of Eden's Care Suites

Oceania Healthcare

Eden Care are holding by-appointment open homes on Friday the 5th and Saturday the 6th of June.

Join one of the carefully controlled viewings, and you’ll discover how Oceania have reinvented rest home living with our luxury Care Suites, providing Rest Home and Hospital care.

Situated in the… View more
Eden Care are holding by-appointment open homes on Friday the 5th and Saturday the 6th of June.

Join one of the carefully controlled viewings, and you’ll discover how Oceania have reinvented rest home living with our luxury Care Suites, providing Rest Home and Hospital care.

Situated in the desirable Mt Eden Village, our modern and well-equipped Care Suites offer personalised care to support your needs, with all the comforts of home. Complete with a cosy living area, stylish kitchenette and modern ensuite, you’ll have plenty of space for all your treasured possessions.

To register for a tour at either 10.30am, 1.30pm or 3pm call us on 0800 333 688 today.

No referral required.

Eden - 28 View Road, Mt Eden Village
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1640 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter June 2020

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Our June SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now, and it's filled with lots of useful and interesting information.

The Newsletter outlines things to keep in mind around COVID-19 and a few key points from the 2020 'Rebuilding Together' Budget that will benefit seniors.

15… View more
Hi Neighbours!

Our June SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now, and it's filled with lots of useful and interesting information.

The Newsletter outlines things to keep in mind around COVID-19 and a few key points from the 2020 'Rebuilding Together' Budget that will benefit seniors.

15 June marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It is an opportunity to shine the light on the role we can all play in reducing elder abuse and neglect.

Make sure to read and share it!

To subscribe, to the newsletter follow this link: bit.ly...
To view the current edition go to: bit.ly...

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1643 days ago

Have you seen this colourful jumper?

Tori Tokalau Reporter from Auckland Stuff

George Shiers has been looking for his favorite jumper for more than two years, and he is longing for its return.

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1641 days ago

Cash for your wrecked car. Support your local business

Universal Auto Parts

Universal Auto Parts are back in business and as a local wrecker, we are happy to provide you with the best cash offer for your unused cars. Nationwide Pickup. Call today 0800 500 001.

Maintaining a safe distance, single man towing, washing hands regularly in the yard, sanitizer in the towing … View more
Universal Auto Parts are back in business and as a local wrecker, we are happy to provide you with the best cash offer for your unused cars. Nationwide Pickup. Call today 0800 500 001.

Maintaining a safe distance, single man towing, washing hands regularly in the yard, sanitizer in the towing truck, mask and gloves on at all times.

Universal Auto Parts are offering the best rates in the market to pick up the old cars for the next one month due to COVID19 situation.

Support your local buyer. Instant cash. Best rates guaranteed for your unwanted cars and free removal of cars.

Instant Cash for your wrecked car

For best quotes. Call us 0800 500 001
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1641 days ago

Discover the luxury of Oceania's Care Suites

Oceania Healthcare

Meadowbank and Eden are holding by-appointment open homes on Friday the 5th and Saturday the 6th of June.

Join one of the carefully controlled viewings, and you’ll discover how Oceania have reinvented rest home living with our luxury Care Suites, providing Rest Home and Hospital care.

Our … View more
Meadowbank and Eden are holding by-appointment open homes on Friday the 5th and Saturday the 6th of June.

Join one of the carefully controlled viewings, and you’ll discover how Oceania have reinvented rest home living with our luxury Care Suites, providing Rest Home and Hospital care.

Our modern and well-equipped Care Suites offer personalised care to support your needs, with all the comforts of home. Complete with a cosy living area, stylish kitchenette and modern ensuite, you’ll have plenty of space for all your treasured possessions.

To register for a tour at either 10.30am, 1.30pm or 3pm call us on 0800 333 688 today.

No referral required.

Meadowbank - 148 Meadowbank Road, Meadowbank
Eden - 28 View Road, Mt Eden Village
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1643 days ago

NZ's secret treehouse escape

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Who knew this fairytale treehouse was just 10 minutes from Whangārei?

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