Mount Albert, Auckland

Staying home over the break?

Toka Tū Ake EQC

The long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:

• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy … View moreThe long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:

• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy items that are up high to safer, lower down locations.
• Secure tall and heavy furniture and appliances

These simple actions can keep your whānau safer in case of a big shake, so tick them off and make the most of your break. Find out more

POLICE----Don’t be a ‘bad egg’ this Easter long weekend

Brian from Mount Roskill

Police are on a hunt for bad eggs this Easter.
Across the Auckland region, Police will be rolled out and on the lookout for poor driving behaviour putting others at risk.
Tāmaki Makaurau Road Policing Manager, Inspector Scott Webb, says everyone can play a part in keeping the roads safe.
“It … View morePolice are on a hunt for bad eggs this Easter.
Across the Auckland region, Police will be rolled out and on the lookout for poor driving behaviour putting others at risk.
Tāmaki Makaurau Road Policing Manager, Inspector Scott Webb, says everyone can play a part in keeping the roads safe.
“It will come as no surprise to us Aucklanders that the roads leading north and south of the city will be busy,” he says.
“Easter is traditionally the last long weekend with the warmer weather, and many people look to take advantage of extra days off.”
Inspector Webb says it pays to be prepared and patient before heading out over the weekend.
Expect to see Police visible across the roads and motorway network, working to prevent unsafe behaviours and enforcing the law.
“It’s all about drivers and road users making simple decisions to keep themselves and others safe, “Inspector Webb says.
“We would rather you overindulge in chocolate and hot cross buns, rather than alcohol.
“Police will be carrying out checkpoints across many locations, so don’t be surprised if you are stopped and breath tested.”
Make sure everyone, including your sweet precious cargo, is safely restrained when travelling to your destination, Inspector Webb says.
“We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable Easter,” Inspector Webb says.
“We, along with our road safety partners at NZTA and Auckland Transport, can all play a part in reducing road trauma and the devastating impacts it has on families.”
Top tips:
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• Plan your trip, allow plenty of time, and check the NZTA website for essential travel updates: www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz...
• Eyes on the road – and not your devices
• Take a second – split-second decisions to drive after drinking can be life changing
• Kids onboard? Make sure they’re in the correct child restraint seats
State Highway One through the Brynderwyn Hills will also temporarily re-open for the long weekend from 12.01am on Thursday 28 March to 11.59pm on Tuesday 2 April, for travellers heading to or from Northland.
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Bob Francis Wins Senior New Zealander Of The Year

Murray Halberg Retirement Village

Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.

Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial … View moreSeven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.

Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial development, the arts, aviation, homelessness, conservation and sports.

Bob’s award signifies the sixth time Ryman Healthcare has supported this category of the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, which provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Kiwi seniors who continue to make positive contributions towards the future of Aotearoa.

Click read more for the full article.

Joinery Recyclers Have Wooden Windows

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Mini exercise tramp for sale.

Barbara from Avondale

Mini exercise tramp for sale in as New condition! Only used once!

Price: $130

Guava Moth infestation Feijoas

Robert from Mount Albert

Last year More than half of my fruit were affected. So, I cut back 4 of the eight trees to concentrate eradication on the other four. I have treated with all the recommended like Neem and other insecticides .Fruit this year is worse.Just gave the moth less area to focus on.When is the ESR going to … View moreLast year More than half of my fruit were affected. So, I cut back 4 of the eight trees to concentrate eradication on the other four. I have treated with all the recommended like Neem and other insecticides .Fruit this year is worse.Just gave the moth less area to focus on.When is the ESR going to sort this pest out. If they get into our commercial areas it will decimate the Industy .

SH1 Central Motorway Junction

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Learn to make your own stock powder!

Angela Hume from SPiCE - Sandringham Project in Community Empowerment

Who doesn't love a hearty broth?
In this hands-on workshop, we will show you how to make your own vegetable stock powder - one with only as much salt as you want, in parts using vegetables and herbs that might otherwise go to waste.
You'll learn about the ingredients and we go through … View moreWho doesn't love a hearty broth?
In this hands-on workshop, we will show you how to make your own vegetable stock powder - one with only as much salt as you want, in parts using vegetables and herbs that might otherwise go to waste.
You'll learn about the ingredients and we go through the process step by step. We will begin the session with information on food dehydrators and vegetables that can be used, before we get hands-on to prepare and dehydrate some together.

Then we will make the powder (using vegetables I dehydrated beforehand). Before you leave with a small sample you'll have a chance to taste the glorious stock.
We will also talk about the many other options how to use this to flavour up any (bland) foods.

Wednesday April 10th, 5.30pm to 7.30pm, Sandringham Community Centre, 18 -20 Kitchener Road, Sandringham.

Participation costs: $25-35 self-assessed sliding
Tickets available at
events.humanitix.com......
Sponsored and supported by SPiCE
Another inspiring event happening at Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival, running all through April.

Easter Streaming 2024

The Team from NZ Compare

Dive into Easter streaming! Explore our top picks for movies and TV shows to enjoy this long weekend!

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Easter 🐣

Redcross Sandringham from Red Cross Shop Sandringham

Hop into Red Cross Shop Sandringham for some great Easter deals! 🪺

With Easter goodies as well as our final week of our Summer Stock Clearance sale, we have some amazing bargains- so don’t miss out!

571 Sandringham Road 📍

Open 6 days a week 🗓️
Mon-Sat 9am-5pm
We are open Holy … View moreHop into Red Cross Shop Sandringham for some great Easter deals! 🪺

With Easter goodies as well as our final week of our Summer Stock Clearance sale, we have some amazing bargains- so don’t miss out!

571 Sandringham Road 📍

Open 6 days a week 🗓️
Mon-Sat 9am-5pm
We are open Holy Saturday!
(Closed Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday)

Staying home over the break?

Toka Tū Ake EQC

The long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:

• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy … View moreThe long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:

• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy items that are up high to safer, lower down locations.
• Secure tall and heavy furniture and appliances

These simple actions can keep your whānau safer in case of a big shake, so tick them off and make the most of your break. Find out more

Say goodbye to tyre waste

Tyrewise

About 40% of the 6.5 million tyres Kiwis use every year are recycled, repurposed, or used as tyre-derived fuel. But the rest end up in landfills, stockpiled or dumped.

The good news is now there’s an easy solution to all that tyre waste. It’s called Tyrewise and is New Zealand’s first … View moreAbout 40% of the 6.5 million tyres Kiwis use every year are recycled, repurposed, or used as tyre-derived fuel. But the rest end up in landfills, stockpiled or dumped.

The good news is now there’s an easy solution to all that tyre waste. It’s called Tyrewise and is New Zealand’s first national tyre recycling scheme.

Tyrewise ensures that tyres in Aotearoa New Zealand are recycled or repurposed properly, saving millions from going to the landfill.

Find out more about the scheme online. Find out more

Summer Sale on Now - Red Cross Sandringham Shop

Redcross from Sandringham

The suns still shining 🌞 and our Summer Sale is running until the end of this week.

If you haven’t been in lately, pop in and see our new look shop - full of all sorts of lovely things at great prices.

ALL Summer Stock now 1/2 Price! Womenswear, Menswear, Children’s Wear 👗👔🧢

… View moreThe suns still shining 🌞 and our Summer Sale is running until the end of this week.

If you haven’t been in lately, pop in and see our new look shop - full of all sorts of lovely things at great prices.

ALL Summer Stock now 1/2 Price! Womenswear, Menswear, Children’s Wear 👗👔🧢

ALL Summer Footwear 50% off!

You’ll find us at 571 Sandringham Road.

Open Monday- Thursday 9am - 5pm (Closed Easter Friday).
Saturday 9am - 5pm.

We’d love for you to visit 🌺

Summer Sale at Red Cross Shop Sandringham

Redcross Sandringham from Red Cross Shop Sandringham

The sun is still shining and our Summer Sale is running until the end of this week 🌞

Lots to choose from 😊. Pop in and be surprised at what you can find in our little treasure trove.

ALL Summer Womenswear, Menswear and Children’s wear is 50% off the marked price. 👗👔🧢

ALL … View moreThe sun is still shining and our Summer Sale is running until the end of this week 🌞

Lots to choose from 😊. Pop in and be surprised at what you can find in our little treasure trove.

ALL Summer Womenswear, Menswear and Children’s wear is 50% off the marked price. 👗👔🧢

ALL Summer footwear is Half Price as well. 👡🩴

Red Cross Shop - 571 Sandringham Road

Open Monday- Thursday 9am- 5pm. (Closed Easter Friday).
Saturday 10am - 5pm.

We’d love to see you 🌺

Draft Waste Management and Minimisation Plan (WMMP) 2024

The Team from Auckland Council

📢 Aucklanders, a reminder to share your thoughts on the new Draft Waste Management and Minimisation Plan! Feedback closes Thursday 28 March. ♻️
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