Mount Albert, Auckland

Auckland to move to Alert Level 1 tonight

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UPDATE
February 22
3.13pm

Jacinda Ardern has announced that Auckland will move to Alert Level 1 tonight at 11.59pm.
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UPDATE
… View moreUPDATE
February 22
3.13pm

Jacinda Ardern has announced that Auckland will move to Alert Level 1 tonight at 11.59pm.
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UPDATE
February 17
4.48pm

Auckland will be out of lockdown at 11.59pm tonight. Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- Auckland will drop down to Alert Level 2 at midnight tonight with the rest of the country moving to Alert Level 1.
- These restrictions will be reviewed February 22.
- There has been an additional 1 case confirmed, with the positive case a member of the same household bubble.
- New locations of interest have been loaded on the Ministry of Health website.
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UPDATE
February 16
1.08pm

There are no new community cases Ashley Bloomfield confirmed in a 1pm update today. There are no new cases in MIQ facilities.
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UPDATE
February 15
4.20pm

Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- The Prime Minister says there's a variety of scenarios on how the virus got into the community. To date, health officials are still attempting to establish the source of the outbreak.
- 42 people have been identified as close contacts.
- The first batch of Pfizer vaccines - 60,000 doses - arrived this morning on a Singapore Airlines flight.
- Vaccines will be offered to border and MIQ workers from this Saturday.
- This will be the largest vaccine programme in New Zealand's history, Jacinda Ardern says.
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UPDATE
February 15
1.34pm

The Ministry of Health has confirmed five new cases of Covid-19 in managed isolation. There are no new community cases.
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UPDATE
February 15
8.14am

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that the first two February cases are the highly infectious UK strain. There is no link to any MIQ infections.
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For the third time since the onset of the pandemic, Auckland is in lockdown.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern addressed the nation at 7.00pm Sunday, saying from 11.59pm tonight, Auckland will move to Alert Level 3 until at least 11.59pm Wednesday night.

The rest of the country will move to Alert Level 2.

Here's what you need to know:
- Stay home, in your bubbles if you are in Auckland. Gatherings with others outside this bubble are prohibited.
- A border will be established around Auckland, similar to the demarcations before.
- Essential services such as supermarkets and pharmacies will remain open.
- Aucklanders are asked to wear facial coverings when accessing essential services.
- Customer-facing businesses will need to move to non-contact methods of payment and collection.
- The full list of rules under Alert Level 3 can be found here.
- Here's the full list of locations of interest where the cases visited.

Neighbourly will be updating this message as further information comes to hand.

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Win or lose, is this Auckland's last America's Cup?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, The changing world has reached the America's cup with Team New Zealand doing the once unthinkable - seeking interest in any further defence being hosted overseas. What do you think? Read the story below:

Dedicated to my daughter who left home to start University

Andrea from Morningside

Gold Dust

I held for a moment in time
A sprinkle of gold dust in my hand
Pure in form and heart
A little piece of me, soon to journey this land

Time has passed quickly… View moreGold Dust

I held for a moment in time
A sprinkle of gold dust in my hand
Pure in form and heart
A little piece of me, soon to journey this land

Time has passed quickly
Her gold dust has started to spread
And lately, not that long ago
She started plans to leave the nest

I held for a moment in time
A sprinkle of gold dust in my hand
And now as I blow it gently off
I give credit to my parents, because now I understand.

To all the parents who have had a young man or woman leave home to start their Uni journey xx

Stay & Dine package – Hilton Auckland

Hilton Auckland

Hilton Auckland’s new Stay & Dine package has been designed to help take the thinking out of your stay.

Indulge in an evening of luxury and culinary mastery as you enjoy harbour views at every angle. Located on Princes Wharf, 300 metres out to sea, Hilton Auckland is a luxury hotel unlike … View moreHilton Auckland’s new Stay & Dine package has been designed to help take the thinking out of your stay.

Indulge in an evening of luxury and culinary mastery as you enjoy harbour views at every angle. Located on Princes Wharf, 300 metres out to sea, Hilton Auckland is a luxury hotel unlike any other hotel in the city. Inspired by the nautical environment and designed to reflect the image of magnificent visiting cruise liners, Hilton Auckland offers the best views over the Waitemata Harbour and is in walking distance to the vibrant Viaduct, Wynyard Quarter and the new world-class Commercial Bay shopping precinct.

Served with spectacular harbour views, the hotels FISH Restaurant offers a luxury dining experience featuring warm timber tones and an outdoor deck with a fireplace for alfresco dining. FISH offers a creative menu with a focus on sustainable, fresh and local ingredients and serves only the freshest seafood available, showcasing the best of what New Zealand’s oceans have to offer.

Hilton Auckland’s new Stay & Dine package is designed for two and includes one night in a Deluxe Harbour View room, a four course dinner in FISH Restaurant with matched New Zealand wines, buffet breakfast, valet parking and WIFI. Experience a gastronomy of flavours, set to panoramic background of Waitemata harbour.

The Stay & Dine menu is a curation of FISH Restaurant’s most popular seasonal dishes. Choose from options like shucked oysters or salt and pepper squid to start, handmade burrata or tiger prawns for entre, market fish or lamb rump for your main, and finish with a beautiful dessert of poached rhubarb, banana custard, shortbread, raspberry and apple gel. Each chosen dish is perfectly paired with a beautiful New Zealand wine from regions like Hawke’s Bay, Central Otago and Marlborough.

Relax, unwind and immerse yourself in the best of what Auckland has to offer. Experience Luxury 5-star accommodation in the heart of Auckland City.

Stay & Dine package for 2 people from just $599.00.

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Covid-19: Where to get tested for coronavirus in wake of new cases in Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Coronavirus testing in Auckland is being ramped up following confirmation of three new cases in the community, with people warned to be patient in case of delays.

The cases – a mother, father and daughter – were confirmed on Sunday and, along with another household contact, are being moved to … View moreCoronavirus testing in Auckland is being ramped up following confirmation of three new cases in the community, with people warned to be patient in case of delays.

The cases – a mother, father and daughter – were confirmed on Sunday and, along with another household contact, are being moved to the Jet Park quarantine facility.

The source of the infection is under investigation, but could be linked to the border as the mother works at LSG Sky Chefs laundry and catering company, which provides services for airlines.

Health officials are anticipating “high demand” at Covid-19 testing sites and warned delays were possible: “our request is to please be patient”.

As a result of the latest infections, a testing centre will be set up at Papatoetoe School for students, staff and parents to attend.

Read more here:

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Do you know anyone over their 80 who is still working?

Tori Tokalau Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, we're looking to talk to anyone older than 70 or 80 who are still working, either in part time or full time employment. Give me a bell if you know someone (027 200 5142 or torika.tokalau@stuff.co.nz). Thanks!

cushions

Shagufta from Mount Roskill

5 for all three. comes from no children or pet home.

Price: $3

cushions

Shagufta from Mount Roskill

Good condition cushions from no pet or children's home. Price for both.

Price: $3

Auckland Council’s 10-year budget 2021-2031

The Team from Auckland Council

This year is the year of recovery from COVID-19, the economic impact and hit on Council revenue was real. Auckland Council is forecast to take a 1 billion dollar revenue hit because of COVID-19.

This 10-year budget aims to find a balance between investing in our city and not overburdening our … View moreThis year is the year of recovery from COVID-19, the economic impact and hit on Council revenue was real. Auckland Council is forecast to take a 1 billion dollar revenue hit because of COVID-19.

This 10-year budget aims to find a balance between investing in our city and not overburdening our residents.

It will provide for our city’s future while keeping our rates increases low compared to other growth cities in New Zealand, will help Auckland’s economy recover, support our communities, build water and housing infrastructure and improve our transport network.

We need your feedback on these issues and how we pay for them.
To have your say, go to AKhaveyoursay.nz/recoverybudget Learn more

Free outdoor table and 2x bench seats

Suzanne from Point Chevalier

This large outdoor table and 2 bench seats is going free. Needs to be picked up ASAP.
One of the bench seats is rickety so needs strengthening. The table could be painted or stained to bring back to life.
Measurements:
Table 2.6 x 1.2m
Bench seats 1.5 x 0.34m
Must all be picked up together.

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Garage Sale

Brendon from Mount Roskill

Garage Sale On NOW..
Kids clothing, Books, Bric a brac, Kitchenware, Single bed, Electrical appliances, Streatcher bed.
Please sign in with Covid Tracing App when you arrive.

15 Wayne Place. Mt Roskill. 9am - 12pm.

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How to rent a house easier in Auckland?

Mariyaraj from Mount Roskill

Kia Ora Everyone,

myself and my family are looking for a place to rent from last month as our current landlord is demolishing to build new one, time to leave so thought I would check if anyone knows of anything coming up. We are a family of 4, two adults and two kids, Would be looking for … View moreKia Ora Everyone,

myself and my family are looking for a place to rent from last month as our current landlord is demolishing to build new one, time to leave so thought I would check if anyone knows of anything coming up. We are a family of 4, two adults and two kids, Would be looking for something 2 bedrooms + 1 bathroom rental property for between $400-$500. Mainly Mt Roskill/Hillsborough/Lynfield/Onehunga Sandringham or near suburbs. We are a non-smoking, quiet family and can provide excellent references, Please PM me if you know of anything suitable coming- would love to hear from you so the nesting can begin! Thanks!
- Alex & Family

Only one month to go until Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2021 kicks off!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.

Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:

• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to… View moreThis year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.

Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:

• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to a neighbour
• take some flowers to a neighbour
• organise a produce swap
• share garden tips or recipes for food in season
• create community gardens or berm pollinator pathways
• host an inclusive garden-themed working bee
• a friendly neighbourhood BBQ with homegrown ingredients

The options are endless! At the end of the day, our shared aim is to help bring people together by encouraging intentional connection with our neighbours. Whether that be organising a street party, sharing a cuppa, or simply saying ‘Kia Ora!” to those who live around you, every action helps to create a safer and more connected New Zealand.