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2179 days ago

Takapuna- Milford Coastal Walkway.

Yvonne from Northcote

I'd like to invite comment from Maggie Barrie , since I first ran this idea at least 5years ago, for the benefit of all tourists& residents, of all ages and abilities and not an obvious change has happened.By comparison, it cannot be overlooked the years standing continuance of enquiries, … View moreI'd like to invite comment from Maggie Barrie , since I first ran this idea at least 5years ago, for the benefit of all tourists& residents, of all ages and abilities and not an obvious change has happened.By comparison, it cannot be overlooked the years standing continuance of enquiries, politics, referenda & promotion regarding the yachting facility, that benefited only a handful of a select fraternity. Walkway Progress?

2184 days ago

Weird stolen items

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, we've received reports of people having strange things stolen from their homes and cars, including nappy bags, golf clubs, cigarette butts and prescription glasses. What weird things have you had stolen from you? When, where and how long ago? Let us know in the comments or email… View moreHi neighbours, we've received reports of people having strange things stolen from their homes and cars, including nappy bags, golf clubs, cigarette butts and prescription glasses. What weird things have you had stolen from you? When, where and how long ago? Let us know in the comments or email nsnews@nsl.co.nz with your stories.
[Please type 'NFP' if your story is not for publication.]

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2179 days ago

Emergency Mobile Alert - this Sunday!

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace … View more
A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace other emergency alerts, or the need to take action after natural warnings.

You still need to be prepared for an emergency and you should not wait to get an alert before you act. If you feel your life is in danger, don’t wait for an official warning. Take immediate action.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2179 days ago

St Mary's School Christmas Craft Market - Gorgeous Creatures & Estrella's Cafe

Kirsty Mason from Gorgeous Creatures

Gorgeous Creatures and Estrella's Cafe will both have stalls at the St Mary's Christmas Craft Market on the 1st Dec 10am - 2pm. St Mary's School 45 Gladstone Rd, Northcote. Come and do some Christmas shopping while supporting the school fundraiser. We look forward to seeing you at … View moreGorgeous Creatures and Estrella's Cafe will both have stalls at the St Mary's Christmas Craft Market on the 1st Dec 10am - 2pm. St Mary's School 45 Gladstone Rd, Northcote. Come and do some Christmas shopping while supporting the school fundraiser. We look forward to seeing you at the market.

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2179 days ago

Free cot - needs some cosmetic work

Roseanna from Northcote

Free nz standard size cot. Used for our two children. No mattress. Solid wood.

My husband started stripping it but never completed it for repaint! Someone else’s project now.

Apparently the knobs should be removed and the protruding bolts to meet today’s safety standards.

Lovely for… View more
Free nz standard size cot. Used for our two children. No mattress. Solid wood.

My husband started stripping it but never completed it for repaint! Someone else’s project now.

Apparently the knobs should be removed and the protruding bolts to meet today’s safety standards.

Lovely for a display or can be brought up to spec very easily.

On verge outside 45 Potter Ave in Northcote :)

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2179 days ago

Free old Sony TV working condition

Tracy from Hillcrest

An old 25 inch Sony TV for free, working well, still use it. Bought a new one finally and this one needs a home.

Free

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2180 days ago

Is your GP open after hours and Saturdays?

Northpoint Medical Centre

Hi neighbours - Northpoint Medical Centre and Library Lane Pharmacy is your local friendly community practice located in the heart of Albany Village.

Welcoming new patients and families, walk ins welcome and minimal waiting time!

Open 6 days 8am till 8pm Weekdays and till 1pm Saturdays - 40, … View more
Hi neighbours - Northpoint Medical Centre and Library Lane Pharmacy is your local friendly community practice located in the heart of Albany Village.

Welcoming new patients and families, walk ins welcome and minimal waiting time!

Open 6 days 8am till 8pm Weekdays and till 1pm Saturdays - 40, Library Lane, Albany.

Come in or call us today!
Medical Centre - 09 320 4759
Pharmacy - 09 415 1530
Visit our websites www.northpointmedical.co.nz and www.librarylanepharmacy.co.nz
Find out more!

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2180 days ago

Bringing books to Aucklanders

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Meet Gill, who works 'behind the scenes' to make Tāmaki Makaurau a great place to live 💙

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2180 days ago

How Auckland Golf Courses Can Fix Housing Crisis (8000 Homes)

Max from Northcote

Remuera Golf Course could be used for 8000 extra houses, cutting Auckland's 25000 home shortfall.

Remuera Golf Club met with Mayor Phil Goff earlier this month to talk about its future, after comments he made during the election campaign about selling the site worth more than $700 million.

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Remuera Golf Course could be used for 8000 extra houses, cutting Auckland's 25000 home shortfall.

Remuera Golf Club met with Mayor Phil Goff earlier this month to talk about its future, after comments he made during the election campaign about selling the site worth more than $700 million.

However, the Mayor says the course has taken steps to ensure that doesn't happen.

"They extended their lease with their local board out to 2091 - that constrains our options, I don't think that was an appropriate thing to do," he told Newshub Nation.

Desley Simpson was chair of the Orakei Local Board in 2016, when Remuera's lease was renewed.

"It was the tool I had to give them the longest possible lease so that it couldn't possibly be up for review and then potentially be turned into housing, which is something I am absolutely, vehemently opposed to," she told Newshub Nation.

The meeting comes during a time when there is significant debate over whether the city's 13 public courses are the best use of the space they occupy.

Of Auckland's 36 golf courses, 10 are owned by the council and three by the Government.

Collectively, these public courses cover more than 500 hectares of open space and are worth more than three billion dollars.

Half of the leases on these courses are currently up for renewal or will be over the next decade.

Economist Shamubeel Eaqub says at least some of the land needs to be repurposed to better address the needs of Aucklanders.

"With private golf courses, it's their land, it's their assets they can choose what they want to do with it. But for the Auckland Council to own lazy assets like golf courses does not make sense,

"When there are long lists of people who are waiting for houses, are under a lot of stress around rental properties - it simply means that they're failing to provide a basic need -which is shelter."

Auckland's population is expected to hit 2 million by 2030, and will be closing in on 2.5 million by 2050.

The council estimates a further 313,000 homes will eventually be needed to house that population.

However, golfing advocates argue that the sport and the spaces it provides are valuable to the community, the environment and the economy.

In times of high rainfall, golf courses can play an important role in diffusing stormwater runoff and some courses have high ecological value as wildlife corridors or habitats.

A 2015 report found there were 94,000 golfers in Auckland - 8.6 percent of the population.

"The fact is, golf is the most played sport in Auckland," NZ Golf CEO Dean Murphy told Newshub Nation.

Golf also contributes to Auckland’s GDP.

"Over 50 million just from Golf in this region, over a thousand people employed, so some quite tangible stuff."

Generation Zero housing advocate, Leorey Beckett, says while the situation is complicated, it’s important land use by golf courses is scrutinised.

"People who play golf have quite a lot of resources to protect their desire to play golf, but I do think there needs to be a hard look at whether this is the best use for all Aucklanders."

Ms Simpson organised a meeting earlier this month between the club and the Mayor and says she’s confident the area will remain a golf course.

Mr Goff, however, says he needs to balance the needs of the course with Auckland as a whole.

"It's a process we're not rushing into, but it will be a consultative process and it will be saying 'hey, we don't want to lose all of this public open space but maybe we could make it more accessible to more people for more purposes."


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2180 days ago

Review from Kelly Batley

Max from Northcote

On behalf of Te Kohatu Hangi Cookers / KBR Services 2011 Limited we are very happy with the service we received from EasyFreight and will be using them again in the near future :) — Kelly Batley

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