Northcross, Auckland

1570 days ago

Coronavirus: Auckland remaining at alert level 3 until August 26

The Team Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you heard the news? Auckland will remain in level 3, while the rest of the country will remain at level 2 until midnight Wednesday, August 26 – an additional 12 days.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the approach is “short, but precautionary”. Extending the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Have you heard the news? Auckland will remain in level 3, while the rest of the country will remain at level 2 until midnight Wednesday, August 26 – an additional 12 days.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the approach is “short, but precautionary”. Extending the restrictions for an additional 12 days is the same length of the virus’ incubation period, director-general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said.

To read more about what this means for Auckland, click here

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1571 days ago

Could the Northcote electoral seat change hands?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, The Northcote electoral seat, currently held by National MP Dan Bidois, has previously been won by a small margin. Political science academic Dr Lara Greaves has analysed voting trends and demographics in the area. She weighed in on whether Labour is likely to take the seat this … View moreHi neighbours, The Northcote electoral seat, currently held by National MP Dan Bidois, has previously been won by a small margin. Political science academic Dr Lara Greaves has analysed voting trends and demographics in the area. She weighed in on whether Labour is likely to take the seat this year. Find out what Greaves' prediction was by clicking the below link.

1568 days ago

2degrees Shop Local is back for another year

2degrees

How could $20,000 help your business? 2degrees Shop Local is back for another year, with five $20,000 advertising packages up for grabs for local businesses.

With more Kiwis choosing to keep it local, and shop local, let us know how that money could help your business. Enter at … View more
How could $20,000 help your business? 2degrees Shop Local is back for another year, with five $20,000 advertising packages up for grabs for local businesses.

With more Kiwis choosing to keep it local, and shop local, let us know how that money could help your business. Enter at 2degrees.nz/shoplocal
Find out more

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1568 days ago

Accommodation wanted for neuro-diverse teenager

Ruth from Albany

If you have space in your life for an intelligent teenager on the spectrum (ASD), can provide support for her independence in a relaxed caring environment, and are willing to invest time and patience to keep building a budding great adult, please apply to Ruth (027 659 4420 or … View moreIf you have space in your life for an intelligent teenager on the spectrum (ASD), can provide support for her independence in a relaxed caring environment, and are willing to invest time and patience to keep building a budding great adult, please apply to Ruth (027 659 4420 or ruthinwellington@gmail.com). North Shore location needed for her continuing education, proximity to public transport is desirable. Space for gardening and outdoor activities will assist in transition. She is supported by a team of professionals, and semi-regular co-ordination with them you’ll find helpful. $180 per week board paid (not including food as she shops and cooks for herself).

1571 days ago

Have you found your street eerily empty?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours. Auckland is on day two of alert level 3 lockdown and the city centre's streets are empty again. Are the streets empty or emptier than they normally are where you are? Have you found this eerie? Are you doing anything to make your street more lively, such as reviving teddy bear … View moreHi neighbours. Auckland is on day two of alert level 3 lockdown and the city centre's streets are empty again. Are the streets empty or emptier than they normally are where you are? Have you found this eerie? Are you doing anything to make your street more lively, such as reviving teddy bear hunts or making your fence an artwork?

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1571 days ago

Using an Auckland Council rubbish bin tag at home?

The Team from Auckland Council

During Alert level 3 put your tags on to ensure your bin is emptied.

BUY – rubbish bin tags at your local supermarket
TAG – attach a new bin tag to your bin before placing it at kerbside for collection
COLLECT – only bins with tags on will be emptied on collection day

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1569 days ago

Free stuff!

Mike from Rosedale

I have the following free for pickup
1 x rowing machine
1 x outdoor table setting (plus pot plants if wanted)
see attached images
Call me on 021 951531

Free

1570 days ago

Bring out the best in your home with Resene!

Resene

Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primer and sealers 10L. Plus buy 1 Resene testpot 60ml-80ml get 1 free!

Offer available for Resene DIY Cardholders at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers from 12 August – 7 September 2020. If you don’t have a card … View more
Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primer and sealers 10L. Plus buy 1 Resene testpot 60ml-80ml get 1 free!

Offer available for Resene DIY Cardholders at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers from 12 August – 7 September 2020. If you don’t have a card sign up free online or while you’re in store.
Get your card

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1572 days ago

Supermarkets urge calm as queues build ahead of Covid-19 lockdown

Josephine Franks Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours, queues outside supermarkets have returned to previous lockdown levels, but shoppers are being urged not to panic buy.
Read more below.

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1570 days ago

Remote Cooking: Lockdown 2.0

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

So here we are again, cooking from home, as we swing back to lessons learned from Lockdown 1.
Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles with crème Chantilly and eclairs with pastry cream and rich chocolate ganache.

Take a look at these great examples of Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles… View more
So here we are again, cooking from home, as we swing back to lessons learned from Lockdown 1.
Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles with crème Chantilly and eclairs with pastry cream and rich chocolate ganache.

Take a look at these great examples of Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles with creme Chantilly and eclairs with pastry cream and rich chocolate ganache.

Link below for the recipe and the full story.

1570 days ago

Games! (bulk lot)

Pip from Browns Bay

Bulk lot of board games for all ages. $60 for everything in photos. Pick up woodlands cr, browns bay. All in very good condition.

Price: $60

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