Northcote Point, Auckland

1103 days ago

Seven key reasons you need a will

Public Trust

When we think about writing a will, most of us think about who will receive our assets when we've passed away. But it's so much more than that. It's about leaving a personal and lasting legacy. Trustee Team Lead Kim Rogers from our Taranaki Customer Centre had a chat with stuff.co.nz… View moreWhen we think about writing a will, most of us think about who will receive our assets when we've passed away. But it's so much more than that. It's about leaving a personal and lasting legacy. Trustee Team Lead Kim Rogers from our Taranaki Customer Centre had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently on the seven key reasons you need a will. Check out the article in the link below.

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1104 days ago

Why choose Organic Crop Protectants eco-neem?

Organic Crop Protectants

All neem oil is made from the marvellous neem tree, but not all neem insecticides are created equally!

Organic Crop Protectants eco-neem has high azadirachtin levels, has no restraints for using around bees, is safe to use on fruits & vegetables and is highly concentrated (100mL makes up … View more
All neem oil is made from the marvellous neem tree, but not all neem insecticides are created equally!

Organic Crop Protectants eco-neem has high azadirachtin levels, has no restraints for using around bees, is safe to use on fruits & vegetables and is highly concentrated (100mL makes up to 50L of spray). Eco-neem is also free of solvent residues found in some other neem products (check for hazard diamond icons on products labels, these may indicate the presence of solvents).
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1104 days ago

Christmas isn’t cancelled

Christmas Box

For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.

You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a … View more
For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.

You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a little certainty to those struggling right now. Sponsor a Christmas Box today.
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1104 days ago

Auckland Council pools and leisure centres to open with vaccination requirements

The Team from Auckland Council

Our 42 pool and leisure centres will require all Aucklanders aged 12 and over to be fully vaccinated in order to use their facilities, under the Red and Orange Protection Framework levels.

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1104 days ago

Black Friday 20% Off Sale Starts Now

Brian Damon from The Paw Store Ltd

Get 20% off all treats and chews when you use the discount code BLACKFRIDAY20 at checkout.
Free shipping for all purchases over $75.
Save more by purchasing on subscription.
Click and collect available.

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1104 days ago

In challenging times, you’re in good hands

Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village

Every Ryman retirement village is a supportive community where residents can thrive – even in difficult times.

While we observe strict safety protocols, we’ve found ways to make sure our residents can stay connected.

Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll always find a warm welcome at … View more
Every Ryman retirement village is a supportive community where residents can thrive – even in difficult times.

While we observe strict safety protocols, we’ve found ways to make sure our residents can stay connected.

Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll always find a warm welcome at Ryman.

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1105 days ago

Biggest Ever Black Friday Bed SaleI!

Beds 4 U

The wait is over… the Black Friday Bed Sale is Live! Get Black Friday discounts today on a huge range of beds, mattresses & pillows. Plus get Free Local Delivery* 😍 Oh and did you hear? Up To 65% Off on NZ made beds... hurry... Your dream sleep is awaiting you!

👉Click here … View more
The wait is over… the Black Friday Bed Sale is Live! Get Black Friday discounts today on a huge range of beds, mattresses & pillows. Plus get Free Local Delivery* 😍 Oh and did you hear? Up To 65% Off on NZ made beds... hurry... Your dream sleep is awaiting you!

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*Apply Code (BLACKFRIDAY) before purchase to claim free local delivery. Free Shipping on Online Orders above $699 and only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last.
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1105 days ago

When does NZ move to the 'traffic light system'?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hundreds of thousands of Kiwis who do not yet have both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine face a tightening of their freedoms on December 3, when the Government moves the entire country into the new “traffic-light” system.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the date on Monday, saying … View more
Hundreds of thousands of Kiwis who do not yet have both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine face a tightening of their freedoms on December 3, when the Government moves the entire country into the new “traffic-light” system.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the date on Monday, saying Covid-19 was not going to be eradicated from New Zealand.

“The hard truth is that Delta is here and not going away,” Ardern said.

While Aucklanders will finally see an end to New Zealand’s longest lockdown, those in other parts of the country could face far more restrictions if they have not been fully-vaccinated.

Read more here.

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1105 days ago

Last week for PulseArt exhibition

The Team from Depot Artspace

"My paintings are of moments that have caught my attention... They are little flashes of memory and image. Introspection, for me, is a going inwards. That is now partly triggered by reflecting on my illness (cancer) without it “knocking me down.”" - Beth Hudson

"In this instance… View more
"My paintings are of moments that have caught my attention... They are little flashes of memory and image. Introspection, for me, is a going inwards. That is now partly triggered by reflecting on my illness (cancer) without it “knocking me down.”" - Beth Hudson

"In this instance the painting (in this exhibition) takes on a life of its own, going beyond the chalked outline of a hand, converting it into something rich and vibrant." - Fran Marno

"My partner is writing a book... based on a chess board with 2 Queens on the board... Hence, I am working with canvas squares like a chess board with imagery of mine and my partner’s scarves, which represent our bodies." - Sue Marshall

"I was drawn to the shape and material of the fishing weights; they look like water droplets and they have been hot and molten and are now cold and set. It got me thinking of memories, embarrassing, passionate, sad and happy ones..." - Cath Head

Make sure to check in for the final week of PulseArt "Over my Shoulder" exhibition featuring 4 artists from this Auckland based lesbian group formed in 1999.

Exhibition ends 30 November.

Current gallery hours are:
Tuesday - Friday 10am-3:30pm
Saturday 11am-3pm

You can also visit our online gallery to view the works and read more about the artists and exhibition: www.depotartspacegallery.com...

1105 days ago

We Say/You Say: Should the Hauraki Gulf be protected?

Reporter North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours,

A new poll released by the Hauraki Gulf Forum has found there is overwhelming public support for more measures to protect and restore the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana.

Of over 1000 respondents, 81% said they love and have a very strong attachment to the Gulf, including its … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

A new poll released by the Hauraki Gulf Forum has found there is overwhelming public support for more measures to protect and restore the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana.

Of over 1000 respondents, 81% said they love and have a very strong attachment to the Gulf, including its beaches, shorelines and islands. The greatest public concerns for the health of the Gulf are plastics (73% of respondents said this had the most negative impact), sewage (72%), chemicals (70%), and commercial fishing (63%).

Methods proposed to protect the Gulf include planting all waterways, re-establishing lost shellfish-beds and reefs, and banning fishing methods such as dredging and bottom-trawling that damage the sea-floor. 84% of respondents supported these actions, with less than 3% in opposition.

Do you love being in/around the Gulf, and do you think it should be protected? Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the conversations section of the North Shore Times.

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1105 days ago

Where's wallaby? Drone sweeps Long Bay Regional Park in search of pest

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Skippy, where the bloody hell are ya?

Not at Long Bay Regional Park, apparently.

A suspected wallaby has kept Auckland Council busy since a park volunteer claimed to have spotted it in April.

But trail cameras and a wallaby detector dog have been unsuccessful in detecting the wallaby, while scat… View more
Skippy, where the bloody hell are ya?

Not at Long Bay Regional Park, apparently.

A suspected wallaby has kept Auckland Council busy since a park volunteer claimed to have spotted it in April.

But trail cameras and a wallaby detector dog have been unsuccessful in detecting the wallaby, while scat samples collected for analysis ended up belonging to a possum.

As night fell on Wednesday, a team of forest survey specialists took to the sky with a thermal and night vision drone, in a final attempt to prove or rule out the wallaby’s existence entirely.

Click below to learn more about the technology used for the search and to see what was found. Video by Stuff visual journalist Chris McKeen.

1123 days ago

Mission Bay water fountain to be switched back on

Reporter Auckland Stuff

Mission Bay’s Memorial Fountain will be switched back on this weekend after 19 months as water restrictions in Auckland are lifted.

But Auckland Council is reminding people not to splash about in the fountain, which is a memorial for the nephew of late Auckland mayor Sir Ernest Davis.

“We… View more
Mission Bay’s Memorial Fountain will be switched back on this weekend after 19 months as water restrictions in Auckland are lifted.

But Auckland Council is reminding people not to splash about in the fountain, which is a memorial for the nephew of late Auckland mayor Sir Ernest Davis.

“We are very fortunate to have this stunning memorial located on our waterfront,” Ōrākei Local Board chair Scott Milne said.

“That we are now able to turn it on again is great news, and something we are sure many will be pleased to learn because the fountain really is an attraction that visitors from all over the city come to see.”

The fountain was built in 1947 as a memorial to Trevor Moss Davis, the nephew of late Auckland mayor Sir Ernest Davis.

Ōrākei Local Board chair Scott Milne said visitors need to be considerate when heading to Selwyn Reserve.

“It I s also a good opportunity to remind people that we need to be mindful and respectful of the fact that it is a memorial, and not a splash pad or paddling pool,” he said.

The fountain was turned off in February 2020 as Auckland entered a drought.

It was turned on briefly in March for the America’s Cup finals, but has mostly been empty for the past 19 months.

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1105 days ago

Buying a new home or investment property?

Climate Insights - Auckland

Hi Neighbours,
Over the last 12 months there were 35,549 houses sold in Auckland; 54% of recently surveyed Kiwis said they would take climate change into account before purchasing.

Let us help you make an informed decision before buying in Auckland. Get your climate risk report today - ready … View more
Hi Neighbours,
Over the last 12 months there were 35,549 houses sold in Auckland; 54% of recently surveyed Kiwis said they would take climate change into account before purchasing.

Let us help you make an informed decision before buying in Auckland. Get your climate risk report today - ready in 5 minutes!

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1106 days ago

PERFECT LOCKDOWN & Xmas PRESENT.Price Negotiable.RRP $17000

Ildiko from Takapuna

Perfect Xmas present for years to come in and out of lockdowns to ensure you always have a fitness machine in your home so you can keep as fit even when gyms aren’t open/ or stay safe in your bubble.

Takapuna pick up.

My all times favourite fitness machine as a holistic personal trainer and… View more
Perfect Xmas present for years to come in and out of lockdowns to ensure you always have a fitness machine in your home so you can keep as fit even when gyms aren’t open/ or stay safe in your bubble.

Takapuna pick up.

My all times favourite fitness machine as a holistic personal trainer and qualified Power Plate Instructor

The Original Power Plate Pro5
RRP $17K
powerplate.co.nz...

Don’t be misled! NOT ALL Vibrational Plates built the same! Cheaper one can cause harm!

Power Plate is Certified M.E.D.I.C.A.L device!
Used in hospitals & physio theraphy places!

Absolutely misunderstood fact that You just stand on it! No! You exercise on it to get the result.

Built on space technology: A new treatment under study by NASA-funded doctors could reverse bone loss experienced by astronauts in space by using vibrational machines.

science.nasa.gov...

Thanks to the acceleration, it also speeds up your result:
to loose fat
build muscle
achieve flexibility
reduce cellulite
increase bone density in a FUN way!

You can combine using it with weights, stretchy bands, Pilates ring, even TRX etc.

I taught Step Aerobics classes and Circuit Training on Power Plates for 20-50 year olds

My 80 year old client loved it as it helped her to not only reduce her dress size but reduced her cellulite

My athletes loved it as it’s much harder to train with it then with weights only and the muscles got tired faster, which resulted in faster results

My 40+ year olds loved it for general fitness purposes and increased flexibility much faster then going to yoga

I love using these machines for 14 years as it’s a fun and time efficient way to exercise.

Well loved and well looked after.

Comes with a FREE shock and noise absorber. RRP $890

Works perfectly!
An incredible investment in your well-being you’ll be pleased you’ve made.

Price: $7,700

1106 days ago

Auckland, meet your 2022 Kiwibank Local Hero Medallists

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

From fighting against poverty to supporting youth social development, you may recognise one of these champions going above and beyond to make your neighbourhood a better place.

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