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Comes with Pressure release Valve included. In Box. Never used.
Please txt me if you would like more info. 021 505554.
Cordless Trimmer comes with spare Trimmer Line refill.
BST2018-XE. Works Well.
Moving to an apartment with no garden.
Please txt me for more information. 021 505 554. This item has been withdrawn as it has sold to a work colleague. thank you.
Flymo in good condition. Moving to an apartment with no garden.
Power cord. Blows and sucks up the leaves. easy to use.
Pick up is Takapuna. Txt if you would like more Info. 021 505554.
Join us for a celebration of Sir Roger Hall’s life and work in a series of play readings at The Vic over the next three Sundays.
Sir Roger who is patron of the Vic, has personally selected the plays and will attend the readings and lead a discussion afterwards.
The series has been supported by … View moreJoin us for a celebration of Sir Roger Hall’s life and work in a series of play readings at The Vic over the next three Sundays.
Sir Roger who is patron of the Vic, has personally selected the plays and will attend the readings and lead a discussion afterwards.
The series has been supported by the Devonport/Takapuna Local Board, Tadpole Productions, and Company Theatre.
All profits will go to the Victoria Theatre refurbishment project.
One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View moreOne of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and impossible to fail Harvati quiche.
So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
Tiger Balm, the world’s leading analgesic remedy that works where it hurts. A name that has been trusted by generations to provide care, healing and comfort for nearly 100 years.
With its unique formulation specially made with herbal ingredients which are proven safe and effective, … View moreTiger Balm, the world’s leading analgesic remedy that works where it hurts. A name that has been trusted by generations to provide care, healing and comfort for nearly 100 years.
With its unique formulation specially made with herbal ingredients which are proven safe and effective, Tiger Balm’s healing properties and soothing relief for aches and pains restore balance to modern hectic lifestyles.
Suitable for young and old, the ointment we’re all familiar with is a perfect muscle reliever for sports-related injuries or sore joints and pains affected by cool winter days and nights.
Tiger Balm Red Ointment is available from pharmacies and supermarkets nationwide.
Just found a green wallet on Takapuna Beach this morning. ( Judith Ball-Guyner, please Pm me) otherwise I will drop at the police station tomorrow.
One of the best things about local government on the North Shore is that in the whole of Auckland, the two local boards of Kaipātiki and Devonport-Takapuna are the only ones who open their workshop sessions to the public. At the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board workshop on Tuesday, 11 June, … View moreOne of the best things about local government on the North Shore is that in the whole of Auckland, the two local boards of Kaipātiki and Devonport-Takapuna are the only ones who open their workshop sessions to the public. At the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board workshop on Tuesday, 11 June, residents could see how a dysfunctional Auckland Council could turn the heart of Takapuna into a maze of drafty corridors.
Many in Takapuna are sick of the Anzac Street Carpark/Sunday Market issue. It’s created such controversy, wasn’t that settled with a public consultation and definitive result announced in August last year? Unfortunately, the devil is implementing and Takapuna stares at a disappointing future unless strong leadership emerges to drive rational consensus.
Council’s Planning Committee on March 6, 2018, directed the Local Board, Panuku (Council’s development arm), and North Shore ward councillors to work together to develop planning for the site. A small working group has been meeting to develop plans and last Tuesday’s Board workshop was a chance for residents to view the results.
For it’s part, the Local Board has engaged Landscape and Urban Architects Richard Reid and Associates (RRA) for advice on site layout for the proposed new town square. RRA have an enviable reputation for large-scale urban planning and design projects in New Zealand, Australia, and the United Kingdom, and are often engaged to provide expert advice to New Zealand’s Environment Court.
Reid’s report (link below) proposes that an area, slightly smaller than the hard area in front of the Aotea Centre, would adjoin Potters Park bounded with its historic tōtara and pohutukawa. The layout would present a clear line from St George’s Church through Hurstmere Green to the beach. In the middle, to my mind, the proposal would create an excellent sheltered and light-filled civic space that could support a lively community.
Panuku didn’t present a plan to the workshop. They had a slide presentation that showed some sun-shade diagrams of what their proposal might achieve. They were not enlightening, they weren’t prepared to reveal their plans. They mentioned Expressions of Interest for new buildings adjoining any public space had been sought from developers in March/April this year. Details were not yet finalised, but conditions could still be placed over the buildings’ heights.
Panuku’s plans proper have only appeared after the agenda for the Local Board Business Meeting on Tuesday, 18 June, was published. It takes the form of a Town Square and Public Realm Study by Isthmus (link below). Isthmus won a World Landscape of the Year 2016 award at the World Architecture Festival in Berlin. Their Vinegar Lane development in Ponsonby has been widely recognised by the NZIA and won at the Property Council NZ awards on Friday, 14 June. On their proposed Takapuna town square layout, pictured with this post, Isthmus identifies “building opportunities” in dark grey.
Isthmus’ proposal is not so much a square as an octopus, an analogy it uses to promote the connected nature of a central congregation area - “tentacles...extending into the surrounding neighbourhood”.
To my mind the proposal fails to deliver on the fundamental principle for a town square; a large welcoming area that feels “protected” and “enclosed” - a large outdoor “room”. Instead it proposes a wide “hallway” between buildings, a space you move through, rather than “meet” and “share”. Isthmus’ shading studies haven’t yet been revealed, and they would be helpful. The “Burger King” building at 488 Lake Road, in light-grey on the north-western boundary of the proposed “Isthmus” town square, can be built to 36.5 metres (9 -11 storeys). Imagine an 11 storey building straddling Bledisloe Lane (link below), joining Aotea Centre and Sky World Entertainment Centre - how cold Aotea Plaza would become.
The RRA shading diagrams show that a town square is a three dimensional space, not just formed by a two-dimensional site layout plan, but by the “walls” of buildings and “windows” of site-lines that surround it.
Have the parties, the Local Board, North Shore ward councillors, and Panuku done as the Planning Committee directed and worked together to achieve a planning outcome? They’ve made progress. There are areas of agreement and some principles they all support. The Board has sensibly taken independent professional advice and produced evidence to define community aspirations. Panuku appears well aware of public sentiment and the effect on the political process.
The Isthmus and RRA proposals have similarities - both leave the secondary issue of a car-parking solution aside. They both appear to deliver similar building opportunity totals that can realise the transformation. Which one is better?
Council’s role is not just about buildings and parks, it’s about creating and supporting communities. Pitting residents against developers, communities against each other, and citizens against Council bodies, is not building a liveable city. Strong leadership is needed to reach consensus.
Richard Reid & Associates Drawings, Report, and Shading Diagrams: drive.google.com...
Isthmus Town Square and Public Realm Study:
drive.google.com...
Isthmus:
isthmus.co.nz...
Bledisloe Lane: www.google.co.nz...
Feel free to come and collect ASAP today otherwise it’s all being taken to the recycling centre
Chris
0278999420
41 Walter Street, Hauraki
Large plates
Small plates… View moreFeel free to come and collect ASAP today otherwise it’s all being taken to the recycling centre
Chris
0278999420
41 Walter Street, Hauraki
Large plates
Small plates
Small bowls
Large bowls
Maxwell Williams knife set x 5
Baking trays / cake trays
Cafetière x 2
Hot pots medium and small
Cheese grater
Lemon squeezer
Rolling pin
Salad bowls
Colanders x 3
Pizza cutter
Bottle opener
All intensive
Glass segmented Bowl
Measuring jug
Garlic crusher
Wooden spoons
Mashers
Cups
Champagne flutes
Wine glasses
Tumblers
Kettle
Toaster that can fit 4 slices in one go
Excellent condition Giant road bike (quality American brand)
50cm frame suit 5ft3” to 5ft5”
Shimano Sora componentry
Gear shifters on brakes for comfort
Comes with mud guards and lock
… View moreExcellent condition Giant road bike (quality American brand)
50cm frame suit 5ft3” to 5ft5”
Shimano Sora componentry
Gear shifters on brakes for comfort
Comes with mud guards and lock
$250 or nearest offer
COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND 15-16th JUNE AS WE ARE MOVING OUT
Chris
41 Walter Street, Hauraki
0278999420
What a machine... super light weight and in very good condition. It has the odd stone chip in the paint but is otherwise excellent and good to go. I love riding it but I am moving and can't take it with me :(
I’m full working order and spare clip-in pedals for people with fancy shoes if … View moreWhat a machine... super light weight and in very good condition. It has the odd stone chip in the paint but is otherwise excellent and good to go. I love riding it but I am moving and can't take it with me :(
I’m full working order and spare clip-in pedals for people with fancy shoes if you’re that way inclined.
$200 or nearest offer
COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND 15-16th JUNE AS WE ARE MOVING OUT
Chris
41 Walter Street, Hauraki
0278999420
Spec:
54cm frame size to suit 5ft7” to 5ft9”
Shimano RX100 componentry
Front and rear mud guards
D lock
Quality bike pump included see pic
Modern washing machine in tidy, clean condition - some minor dents on sides as shown in photos. Large capacity.
For collection this weekend 15-16th June as we are moving out.
$400 or nearest offer
Chris
41 Walter Street, Hauraki… View moreModern washing machine in tidy, clean condition - some minor dents on sides as shown in photos. Large capacity.
For collection this weekend 15-16th June as we are moving out.
$400 or nearest offer
Chris
41 Walter Street, Hauraki
0278999420
Model Number. WF1104XAC.
Height (mm) 850 mm.
Width (mm) 600 mm.
Depth (mm) 600 mm.
Washing capacity. 10 kg.
Spin speed - 400 RPM to1400 RPM dependent on cycle
• Quiet digital inverter motor
• Vibration reduction technology
• Smart sensing load function
• User-friendly LCD display
• Diamond drum
• Bubble wash option
• Door lock display
• Wool wash cycle
• Wrinkle prevention
• Bedding wash cycle
• Child lock
• 4.5 Star Water rating
• 4 Star Energy rating
Hi we have recently redone our laundry and this dryer is now surplus to requirements
Working well and in good condition
You will need a ventilation kit and mounting brackets if you wish to mount it against a wall
Pick up onewa road
Price is negotiable so make an offer over $100
Cosy up this winter and subscribe to your favourite magazine on Mags4Gifts and go in the draw to win one of 12 French Country diffuser! Valued at $59.
The Groves Homes is a collection of newly constructed Terraced Homes & Apartments located in Glendene, Auckland. The development was designed to be a small community and built on the original Palmers Plant Barn site, which had operated on the site since 1912. The Groves at 4155 Great North … View moreThe Groves Homes is a collection of newly constructed Terraced Homes & Apartments located in Glendene, Auckland. The development was designed to be a small community and built on the original Palmers Plant Barn site, which had operated on the site since 1912. The Groves at 4155 Great North Road, Glendene is a mixed-use development encompassing all you need at your doorstep whilst still providing the seclusion of a modern residential enclave. There is a 24hr Anytime Fitness, BestStart Childcare, food, café, & light retail also located on site.
The Development boasts 3 types of Homes - The Percy, The Jones & The Palmers which all vary in size and price, and will appeal to families, young professionals, investors and your lock up & leave residents. Move in date is expected in early November and requires a 10% Deposit which will secure your new home now. 1 Bedroom homes start from $399,000 & 2 bedroom from $549,000, and 3 bedroom from $689,000.
The show home & office is located on-site & open in the weekends from 1-3pm or by appointment if that doesn’t work for you. If you have any further questions or want further information, please get in touch below.
William Koreman
www.thegroves.co.nz
e. william@matvin.co.nz
p. 021 075 5656
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