Mount Wellington, Auckland

627 days ago

Are class sizes too big these days?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Primary, secondary and kindergarten teachers are striking this week as they look for a pay offer that meets inflation at 7.2% and makes concessions around staffing issues - in particular, student to teacher ratios.

A ratio of 1 teacher for 23 students applies for year 11 students, however … View more
Primary, secondary and kindergarten teachers are striking this week as they look for a pay offer that meets inflation at 7.2% and makes concessions around staffing issues - in particular, student to teacher ratios.

A ratio of 1 teacher for 23 students applies for year 11 students, however support staff can be counted as teachers so the reality is that class sizes can be much higher.
What do you think are the ideal sizes for classrooms?

Type NFP alongside your comments if you don't wish these to be shared in the We Say You Say column of the local paper.

624 days ago

HAPPY ST PATRICK’S DAY🥳🍀🇮🇪

The Team from Red Cross Shop Panmure

“Top of the morning to ye!”

Come into our Red Cross Panmure Shop, and check out our great deals on all things “ Green” in store 😀

“Wherever you go and whatever you do, may the luck of the Irish be there with you.”

625 days ago

Greenview Park Village & Terence Kennedy House

Highgrove Village

Did you know that Greenview Park has multiple indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for afternoon tea or a cuppa?

These spaces are communal, and all are welcome, including visitors and family.
Find out more

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625 days ago

Playgroup at Somervell Church every Thursday

Head Teacher from Uplands Kindergarten

Bring your little one to our playgroup in Somervell Church on a Thursday morning. Playgroup is held in the downstairs room and music at 10am. This Thursday it is hosted by Huiping, one of the fabulous teachers from Uplands Kindergarten next door.
Our playgroup asks for a gold coin donation. … View more
Bring your little one to our playgroup in Somervell Church on a Thursday morning. Playgroup is held in the downstairs room and music at 10am. This Thursday it is hosted by Huiping, one of the fabulous teachers from Uplands Kindergarten next door.
Our playgroup asks for a gold coin donation. Please bring morning tea for your child and we provide tea, coffee and biscuits for the adults. Our playgroup is a small friendly session full of play and fun. See you tomorrow from 9.30am.

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625 days ago

Poll: How much is your monthly POWER bill?

The Team from NZ Compare

We can see you're paying a lot for your broadband each month (we'll have some helpful advice on that soon)! Now let's shine the spot light on Power! The other BIG bill Kiwis are juggling.

We know usage can fluctuate quite a bit meaning so would your bill but to keep it simple, … View more
We can see you're paying a lot for your broadband each month (we'll have some helpful advice on that soon)! Now let's shine the spot light on Power! The other BIG bill Kiwis are juggling.

We know usage can fluctuate quite a bit meaning so would your bill but to keep it simple, how much does your power bill usually come to?

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How much is your monthly POWER bill?
  • 63.3% Under $200
    63.3% Complete
  • 25.8% Between $200-$300
    25.8% Complete
  • 7% Between $300-$400
    7% Complete
  • 3.9% Over $400
    3.9% Complete
1124 votes
625 days ago

Somervell Op Shop Bsby and Toddler offerings

Catherine from Remuera

Good morning all,

We currently have a few special pieces for babies and toddlers. A cot mattress, clean and dry, in overall very good condition $10. A baby Walker, $15 (these are $99 in the shops). A vintage wooden rocking horse, $25. White high chair, $8. A breast pump kit which comes in its … View more
Good morning all,

We currently have a few special pieces for babies and toddlers. A cot mattress, clean and dry, in overall very good condition $10. A baby Walker, $15 (these are $99 in the shops). A vintage wooden rocking horse, $25. White high chair, $8. A breast pump kit which comes in its own case $10. If you are interested in any of these items please call in to the Somervell op shop and ask. We are open Wednesdays and Thursdays 9.30-12.30, and Saturdays 9-12pm. Be quick, first in first served 😃

Location: cnr of Greenlane East and Remuera Rd

625 days ago

Somervell Op Shop Baby and Toddler offerings-in store now

Catherine from Remuera

Good morning all,

We currently have a few special pieces for babies and toddlers. A cot mattress, clean and dry, in overall very good condition $10. A baby Walker, $15 (these are $99 in the shops). A charming vintage wooden rocking horse, $25. White high chair, $8. A breast pump kit (Avent I … View more
Good morning all,

We currently have a few special pieces for babies and toddlers. A cot mattress, clean and dry, in overall very good condition $10. A baby Walker, $15 (these are $99 in the shops). A charming vintage wooden rocking horse, $25. White high chair, $8. A breast pump kit (Avent I recall) which comes in its own case $10. If you are interested in any of these items please call in to the Somervell op shop and ask. We are open Wednesdays and Thursdays 9.30-12.30, and Saturdays 9-12pm. Be quick 😃

Negotiable

626 days ago

Don't forget to nominate a small business...

Prospa

Know the friendliest barista around? Does your mechanic always go the extra mile? Got a lawn-mowing legend? Hairdresser hero?

Give your favourite local business the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

There's been hundreds of … View more
Know the friendliest barista around? Does your mechanic always go the extra mile? Got a lawn-mowing legend? Hairdresser hero?

Give your favourite local business the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

There's been hundreds of incredible entries already but don't forget to nominate your local this week. The recognition will make their day (and they're in with a chance to win a $10,000 package!).

Share a few words about your favourite local now.
Nomiante now

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626 days ago

Your home, your safe haven

The Team from

Your home is your sanctuary, and that’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens.

We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our priority. Every Ryman village has staff available 24/7 and backup generators for … View more
Your home is your sanctuary, and that’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens.

We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our priority. Every Ryman village has staff available 24/7 and backup generators for emergencies. If something happens, you’re in safe hands.

We’ll take care of everything and make sure that you have what you need.

If you or a loved one are over 70, Ryman has a range of options from emergency accommodation through to townhouses or apartments available to purchase.
Learn More

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626 days ago

Flood Images Wanted

The Team from Auckland Council

Help us make our communities more resilient to storms. Visit the link below to upload photos, videos and details of flooding in your neighbourhood.

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626 days ago

Pi Day

NumberWorks'nWords Remuera

Pi Day is on March 14, and any day that combines fun, education, and pie is a day worth celebrating! Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is a constant value used in math that represents the ratio of a circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is just about 3.14….15…9265359… … View morePi Day is on March 14, and any day that combines fun, education, and pie is a day worth celebrating! Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is a constant value used in math that represents the ratio of a circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is just about 3.14….15…9265359… (and so on). Not only that, but the fourteenth of March is also Albert Einstein’s birthday, so all together it’s nothing short of a mathematician’s delight.

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627 days ago

How good was Polyfest 2023?

Sapeer Mayron Reporter from Auckland Stuff

After four years of disruption, high schoolers all over Auckland finally got the Polyfest they had been waiting for.

It was estimated about 60,000 people attended Polyfest last week, where 8000 students from 181 cultural groups representing 55 schools performed traditional speech, song and … View more
After four years of disruption, high schoolers all over Auckland finally got the Polyfest they had been waiting for.

It was estimated about 60,000 people attended Polyfest last week, where 8000 students from 181 cultural groups representing 55 schools performed traditional speech, song and dance.

It’s the first time in several years that the festival has gone ahead without a hitch, following cancellations due to the Christchurch terror attacks in 2019 and the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020.

For most, it’s not about the win, but the chance to celebrate their culture and embrace their Pasifika heritage.

Manurewa High School’s Sarai Makara-Moreland, 16, was completely out of breath as she stepped off the Cook Islands stage following their high-energy performance.

She said it was a “real privilege” and “a blessing” to get on stage tell the audience: “Hey look, this is my culture. This is where I’m from.”

“The most important thing was we made it up there, and we performed as a team. We are going out, win or lose, as a team.”

Read more of our coverage at Stuff.co.nz, and tell us below - did you watch or compete at Polyfest? How did it go?

630 days ago

Poll: How much is your monthly BROADBAND bill?

The Team from NZ Compare

Internet is something we need these days for work, study, keeping in touch with loved ones or just to watch a movie! It's another bill to manage right?!

With the cost of living rising, we want to know how much your broadband bill is setting you back each month?

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How much is your monthly BROADBAND bill?
  • 28.1% Under $75
    28.1% Complete
  • 27.6% Between $75-$85
    27.6% Complete
  • 44.3% Over $85
    44.3% Complete
1593 votes
627 days ago

欢迎, Welkom, स्वागत है, Witamy, ยินดีต้อนรับ

The Team from Auckland Council

Celebrate Auckland's vibrant cultures at our World of Cultures festival! Visit the website for more than 70 FREE or low-cost activities across the region. Partnered by Vector Lights.

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627 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for jerusalem artichokes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ … View moreEvery month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ Gardener.

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