Mount Albert, Auckland

Return to school ... is there a Level school standard?

Andrea from Morningside

Hi parents and caregivers. As the Government prepares to announce a possible change in Auckland's Alert Level, is there a known National School standard that outlines any mandatory requirements for returning students?
Has your school advised as yet and if so, what mandatory requirements would… View moreHi parents and caregivers. As the Government prepares to announce a possible change in Auckland's Alert Level, is there a known National School standard that outlines any mandatory requirements for returning students?
Has your school advised as yet and if so, what mandatory requirements would you agree to, to send your children and what would keep you from doing so? If your child can wear a mask, have you got any recommendations? Thank you for your comments.

Do you support ‘Covid Loans’ for struggling businesses?

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland’s city business district has lost $80 million over the latest lockdown.

Heart of the City chief executive Viv Beck is calling on the government to consider ‘Covid Loans’.

“We’re keen to see innovative ideas to support businesses and not load the country up with more debt … View moreAuckland’s city business district has lost $80 million over the latest lockdown.

Heart of the City chief executive Viv Beck is calling on the government to consider ‘Covid Loans’.

“We’re keen to see innovative ideas to support businesses and not load the country up with more debt than necessary,” she said.

“Many people have told us they have not had good access to capital and ‘Covid Loans’ could be a solution that could be implemented using existing arrangements.”

’Covid Loans’ would allow businesses to access funding with much more manageable repayment options, similar to student loans,

Do you support ‘Covid Loans’ for businesses impacted by the lockdown?

Noticed anything different?

Neighbourly.co.nz

It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you … View moreIt's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you keen to dive straight into te wiki? Here's a video by our mates at Stuff showing five te reo words that every person from across the motu (country) needs to know.

For more coverage on Māori language week, click the 'See more' button below.

Ngā manaakitanga! See more

Recipe: Salmon in filo pastry

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Salmon in Filo Pastry with Lemon Beurre Blanc prepared by our Advanced student, Timmika from home.
This is a versatile recipe that can be made with different types of fish and wraps the fish in a parcel of filo pastry.
Recipe out now.

Billboard campaign to tackle rising domestic violence in lockdown

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Shine is running a billboard campaign in response to a escalation of domestic violence throughout lockdown.

“Being trapped in the same house means there are more opportunities for someone to physically abuse their partner and less opportunities for that person to escape,” a spokesperson for… View moreShine is running a billboard campaign in response to a escalation of domestic violence throughout lockdown.

“Being trapped in the same house means there are more opportunities for someone to physically abuse their partner and less opportunities for that person to escape,” a spokesperson for the charity said.

“While additional stress created by the impact of lockdown on jobs, finances, unwell or elderly family members, and childcare does not cause domestic violence, these factors may heighten the risk of physical abuse.”

Adverts will feature on digital LED billboards lit up around Auckland city for two weeks.

Shine offers free specialist help that can be accessed by phone or webchat for people experiencing domestic violence.

The helpline is 0508 744 633 and webchat is available 27/7 at www.2shine.org.nz....

Today we're helping to shape the future by working together to try and set a new world record for the most people speaking and celebrating an endangered Indigenous language at the same time!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To do our part, here's two phrases we believe everyone should know in Te Reo Māori.

Poll: Has your local Covid-19 testing centre been busy or empty lately?

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

What’s your local Covid-19 testing centre, and has it been busy or empty lately?

Please vote and comment!

Has your local Covid-19 testing centre been busy or empty lately?

• Busy
• Empty

Vote View Results

• 30.9% Busy
  30.9% Complete
• 69.1% Empty
  69.1% Complete

275 votes

Hey, It's Okay...

Andrea from Morningside

Let's Make It Better Today, for Tomorrow

We can’t wait till Auckland moves back to Level 2!

Hilton Brown Swimming

All our Auckland facilities will reopen under Level 2 Delta guidelines when we move back into Level 2.

We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.

Touch base with us today to book in for … View moreAll our Auckland facilities will reopen under Level 2 Delta guidelines when we move back into Level 2.

We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.

Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson. We have locations in both Newmarket and One Tree Hill.

The Free Trial lesson is open to all new customers. Find out more

My simple thing

Helen from Point Chevalier

Having a coffee and reading a magazine.

Draw draw in level four

Tania from Point Chevalier

Grab a pencil and some paper and draw. See where it leads you 🤗

Here is my drawing I did of Rangitoto from North Head done from a photo I took earlier this year.

I love my hood

Tania from Point Chevalier

Stay well and draw

My Simple Thing

Mubashir Neighbourly Lead from Mount Roskill

My simple thing is going in the backyard and looking for fresh eggs early in the morning and finding a size zero egg in the nest 🤸‍♂️😁

Piano Sheet music

Max from Waterview

Hi. If you have some piano music that you would like to clear out I would love to have it. I used to have heaps, but my keyboard has lain gathering dust for the past years and in an effort to clear up I gave away the music. Now it's time for the keyboard to come out again and I would love to … View moreHi. If you have some piano music that you would like to clear out I would love to have it. I used to have heaps, but my keyboard has lain gathering dust for the past years and in an effort to clear up I gave away the music. Now it's time for the keyboard to come out again and I would love to have some music to get going with. Would have to be contactless pickup during these times. Thanks

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Recipe: Sweet n sour pork

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Sweet and sour pork is a Chinese inspired dish made with juicy pieces of pork tenderloin, bell peppers, onion and pineapple.
This dish is particularly popular in westernised Cantonese cuisine and may be found all over the world. Here is a photo of Sweet and sour pork prepared by our Advanced … View moreSweet and sour pork is a Chinese inspired dish made with juicy pieces of pork tenderloin, bell peppers, onion and pineapple.
This dish is particularly popular in westernised Cantonese cuisine and may be found all over the world. Here is a photo of Sweet and sour pork prepared by our Advanced cookery student Reesha from home during Lockdown 2021.
Find recipe on our blog, link below.