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Hilary trail
Hi All,
Hope you are keeping active and well in these trying times.
I’ve noticed various parts of the Hilary trail are closed, however am wondering if there is a section that people are aware of which is long enough to run circa 42km consecutively?
I have the Taupo ultra coming up and am keen … View moreHi All,
Hope you are keeping active and well in these trying times.
I’ve noticed various parts of the Hilary trail are closed, however am wondering if there is a section that people are aware of which is long enough to run circa 42km consecutively?
I have the Taupo ultra coming up and am keen for a practice run through trails beforehand!
Level 3 cooking with Social Distancing
Mouth-watering savoury Beef cheese burgers with pickled beetroot, handmade mayo and crispy onion rings on the side.
Why it's important to keep up your first aider and CPR training
A former schoolmate posted this on Facebook - a poignant reminder about keeping current with your first aider and CPR skills.
There are certain moments in life that most of us will never experience. And in most cases, that's a good thing. Until last night, I had never held another human being… View moreA former schoolmate posted this on Facebook - a poignant reminder about keeping current with your first aider and CPR skills.
There are certain moments in life that most of us will never experience. And in most cases, that's a good thing. Until last night, I had never held another human being as they took their last breath. It was the strangest mix of emotions and feelings---immense fear, anxiety, a sliver of hope for a miracle, anger, frustration, ignorance, and pure, unequivocal sadness and grief---but there was also an incredible sense of honor to be with that person as they left this earth. Yet I was consumed with tremendous guilt and an overwhelming sense of responsibility. Once I realized the gravity of the situation, I desperately tried to save his life as my mind went blank trying to remember the proper CPR procedures. As I proceeded with flawed chest compressions and inept MTM resuscitation attempts, I felt more helpless and ill-prepared than at any other time in recent memory. Fortunately, I had a calm and collected voice of experience and reason on the phone with 911 Emergency, who carefully coached me through each compression and breath before the paramedics arrived (to her, I offer immense thanks). I post this as a reminder to everyone to take stock of your CPR ability. It would be wise to retake the class every couple of years. I have no idea if being more confident in my CPR efforts would have made a difference for my friend, but I certainly wish I had brushed up on my training--if only for my own peace of mind. If you have never taken CPR training, please do so. You never know when you might find yourself in a situation similar to the one I was in last night. Unfortunately, my dear friend could not be revived, and I will have to deal with the guilt I have placed on myself. But I am still so incredibly honored to have been with him during those final moments, and to be able to hold him as he began his next adventure. Please...don't just read my advice. Heed my advice. It was a joy to know you, TJ, and a true privilege to call you my friend. Love you always."
Support services for parents inundated with pleas for help
Hi neighbours, Support services for parents have been inundated with pleas for help from struggling families in need of essential items - like nappies, and sanitary products - during coronavirus lockdown.
Auckland-based charity The Mums' Clique is getting more than 100 requests per day for … View moreHi neighbours, Support services for parents have been inundated with pleas for help from struggling families in need of essential items - like nappies, and sanitary products - during coronavirus lockdown.
Auckland-based charity The Mums' Clique is getting more than 100 requests per day for its essential items packs and Plunket has noted more babies are developing wounds from being left in nappies for long periods because their parents can’t afford to buy more.
Click the story to find out more - including how you can help support these families if you would like to.
Buy local to support locals!
Supporting local is a great way to reconnect with your community and support nearby New Zealand businesses…
How can we help you?
Exceed's specialists can help you fix:
☑️Windows that flop fully open when you only want to open then slightly
☑️Stiff, jamming sliding doors and … View moreSupporting local is a great way to reconnect with your community and support nearby New Zealand businesses…
How can we help you?
Exceed's specialists can help you fix:
☑️Windows that flop fully open when you only want to open then slightly
☑️Stiff, jamming sliding doors and rollers that are heavy and don't like to slide
☑️Damaged or broken hinged doors and bi-fold doors
☑️Draughty homes & properties where heat escapes from gaps around doors and windows
☑️Doors and windows that don’t close or lock properly
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Our commitment and promise to our customers is:
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Every time you book a visit with us you support a Kiwi business and family. Buy local to support locals ?? ??
Prawn heads and shell
This may seem a little odd but I have about one kilo of fabulous prawn heads and shells to anyone who may want to make stock from them. I have too many already. They are just the heads and body shells from where I have shelled them prior to eating the body of the prawns. The heads have all the head… View moreThis may seem a little odd but I have about one kilo of fabulous prawn heads and shells to anyone who may want to make stock from them. I have too many already. They are just the heads and body shells from where I have shelled them prior to eating the body of the prawns. The heads have all the head meat still in them, (I dont eat that bit). Seems a waste of such good stock making ingredients.
Do you know an amazing gardener helping their community?
Dear neighbours,
Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.
Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? … View moreDear neighbours,
Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.
Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the area to bring back birds, or a group of neighbours doing a great job in their community garden. Nominate them today, and tell us why they deserve to be this year's Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year.
Auckland lockdown extended until Sunday, rest of country to stay at level 2
Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of … View moreAuckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of health Ashley Bloomfield.
On Sunday night Auckland would move down to level 2. The rest of the country would stay at level 2.
Ardern said the rest of the country needed to stay at an elevated alert level to mitigate the risk of cases leaving Auckland when interregional travel resumed. Click here to read more.
Level 3 /2
With Auckland currently in Level 3, there has been much encouragement to maintain social distancing and also to wear masks in public.
But in view of the recent case of community transmission very likely via skin contact from lift buttons, the primary messages of “Wash your hands. Don’t touch … View moreWith Auckland currently in Level 3, there has been much encouragement to maintain social distancing and also to wear masks in public.
But in view of the recent case of community transmission very likely via skin contact from lift buttons, the primary messages of “Wash your hands. Don’t touch your face,” have slipped off the radar. I would suggest that these are still essential tools in combating the viral spread.
Assault Exercise Bike
Does anyone know where I can hire one of these amazing machines?
Or is there anyone out there looking to sell theirs?
Teens remove 25kgs of garbage from polluted Oakley Creek
Youth in central Auckland have taken it upon themselves to clean up rubbish in the polluted Oakley Creek.
Eight teenagers cleared out 25 kilograms of rubbish in under an hour on August 9.
Salvation Army youth worker Raymond Tuala, 22, said the group is predominantly Māori, a culture that … View moreYouth in central Auckland have taken it upon themselves to clean up rubbish in the polluted Oakley Creek.
Eight teenagers cleared out 25 kilograms of rubbish in under an hour on August 9.
Salvation Army youth worker Raymond Tuala, 22, said the group is predominantly Māori, a culture that considers rivers important.
“When I asked the teens what they wanted to do, one of the things that came up was the pollution and rubbish in their local river,” he said.
“They did a pretty good job all around with the clean up.”
The teens are from Mt Roskill, Mt Albert and Lynfield in central Auckland.
In 2019, the creek was slapped with a public health warning after testing revealed high levels of faecal matter in the water.
Gumboots and gloves were worn as a safety measure during the clean up.
Tuala said he hopes to take the group out to clean the lake once a week when lockdown laws have relaxed.
“The young people were loving it,” he said.
“We’re hoping to spread awareness about how much pollution is actually going into the river.”
Sports Center
I asked if the proposed aquatic and sports center in our area was still being planned?
Response from Whau Board?
Kia ora Duncan,
Thank you for your enquiry.
As part of the 2018 Long-term Plan, the Whau Local Board successfully advocated to secure funding from Auckland Council’s Governing Body … View moreI asked if the proposed aquatic and sports center in our area was still being planned?
Response from Whau Board?
Kia ora Duncan,
Thank you for your enquiry.
As part of the 2018 Long-term Plan, the Whau Local Board successfully advocated to secure funding from Auckland Council’s Governing Body for the development of an aquatic and recreational facility in the Whau area. They local board has continued to advocate strongly to advance the site identification and implementation of this facility.
Unfortunately, the financial impact of COVID-19 has created uncertainty around the delivery of this project and the likelihood is that it will be further delayed. The Whau Local Board is absolutely committed to this project as it has been consistently identified as a high priority to the local communities.
Thank you.
Res Whau Local Board
Make your bin accessible at the kerbside so we don’t have to touch it
Please make sure you follow these steps during the COVID-19 alert period to help us collect your rubbish bin:
𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘 you rubbish bin at the kerbside clear of vehicles and other obstacles
𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗘 rubbish bins outwards from the kerbside by 7am on your collection day
… View morePlease make sure you follow these steps during the COVID-19 alert period to help us collect your rubbish bin:
𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘 you rubbish bin at the kerbside clear of vehicles and other obstacles
𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗘 rubbish bins outwards from the kerbside by 7am on your collection day
𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗘 your rubbish bin for easy access so no one has to touch it
Don’t forget to sterilize the bin handles and wash your hands thoroughly.
No Ban on Fireworks despite Auckland Council plea
Hi Neighbours, A parliamentary select committee has decided not to ban the private purchase and use of fireworks, opting to leave rules as they are; Do you think that's the right call? Read the story below:
A guide to our free At Home services and activities
With the Auckland region back in Alert Level 3, there are still plenty of options to enjoy and explore great free services and activities.
Choose from thousands of eBooks, stream films or learn a new language.
Stay active together at home or in your local park, or discover how to compost and … View moreWith the Auckland region back in Alert Level 3, there are still plenty of options to enjoy and explore great free services and activities.
Choose from thousands of eBooks, stream films or learn a new language.
Stay active together at home or in your local park, or discover how to compost and save money through better meal planning.
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