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NZTA is advising of closures for motorway improvements from December 17-21. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date. Unless otherwise stated, closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am.
These affect parts of the Northern Motorway (SH1). Southern Motorway (SH1), … View moreNZTA is advising of closures for motorway improvements from December 17-21. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date. Unless otherwise stated, closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am.
These affect parts of the Northern Motorway (SH1). Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18). and Southwestern Motorway (SH20). Specific details can be found here.
Please follow the signposted detours.
Are you paying too much to get to the Airport?
SkyBus jets you direct to Auckland Airport for just $24 one way. Enjoy express travel, FREE WiFi and unlimited luggage. Frequent departures from Akoranga, Smales Farm and Albany (Westfield).
SkyBus. It’s the fast and affordable way to get to … View moreAre you paying too much to get to the Airport?
SkyBus jets you direct to Auckland Airport for just $24 one way. Enjoy express travel, FREE WiFi and unlimited luggage. Frequent departures from Akoranga, Smales Farm and Albany (Westfield).
SkyBus. It’s the fast and affordable way to get to the Airport.
Get tickets at skybus.co.nz/northharbour or download the new SkyBus app.
Hi neighbours,
Outdated signs are causing confusion over whether dogs are permitted on parks and beaches after a recent change in rules.
Have you encountered this problem?
Hi neighbours. The fire in early October which left Matakana's Sawmill Brewery extensively damaged was caused by the "spontaneous ignition" of a pile of laundry. Sawmill Brewery owners Mike Sutherland and Kirsty McKay say the rebuild was underway and they expected to reopen in Autumn… View moreHi neighbours. The fire in early October which left Matakana's Sawmill Brewery extensively damaged was caused by the "spontaneous ignition" of a pile of laundry. Sawmill Brewery owners Mike Sutherland and Kirsty McKay say the rebuild was underway and they expected to reopen in Autumn 2020. Are you looking forward to returning to Sawmill Brewery?
It is 9 days until Christmas!
At this time of year we share a lot of food with friends and whānau, and unfortunately cases of Campylobacter (food poisoning) increase.
Remember the four keys rules to safe food handling: Clean, cook, cover and chill. And if in doubt, throw it out!
A late-night fire at Matakana's Sawmill Brewery which left it extensively damaged was caused by the …
Dry, freshly cut + split firewood for sale. Mix of gum and macrocarpa. Wood has been seasoned 2-3 years.
Price as of 2023 is $250/m3 (2.4m x 1.2m heaped trailer - thrown, not stacked).
Free Delivery from Puhoi township through Stanmore Bay (via SH1 / Hibiscus Coast Highway). Can deliver … View moreDry, freshly cut + split firewood for sale. Mix of gum and macrocarpa. Wood has been seasoned 2-3 years.
Price as of 2023 is $250/m3 (2.4m x 1.2m heaped trailer - thrown, not stacked).
Free Delivery from Puhoi township through Stanmore Bay (via SH1 / Hibiscus Coast Highway). Can deliver further afield but additional charge may apply.
(021) 297 6297
Another 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.
To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your … View moreAnother 10 double passes to SIX60 have been drawn for our Neighbourly members! We have 100 double passes to give away as well as an exclusive concert by one of the supporting acts from the SIX60 tour.
To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here). We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here).
There's something fishy going on in the Hauraki Gulf – thousands of dead mackerel were found floati…
There are 10 days until Christmas!
The weather has been warming up and we need to start applying sunscreen regularly and correctly so we can enjoy some time in the sun.
Sunsmart tells us to apply a broad-spectrum, water resistent sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30+ at least 20 minutes before … View moreThere are 10 days until Christmas!
The weather has been warming up and we need to start applying sunscreen regularly and correctly so we can enjoy some time in the sun.
Sunsmart tells us to apply a broad-spectrum, water resistent sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30+ at least 20 minutes before going out in the sun, and again 10- 20 minutes after being in the sun. Remember to apply the correct amount of sunscreen too. Find some good guidelines at www.sunsmart.org.nz....
We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.
By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could … View moreWe’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.
By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now – so we show you what we’re proposing before we make any changes and give you the opportunity to share your thoughts.
Have your say now at vote.nz
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back! Join us on Sunday 8 March 2020 to enjoy a walk, run or dance with your friends and whanau along Auckland’s waterfront.
To help you get ready, we have a great $149 package (worth over $200!) which includes:
● Single adult event entry
● Three month… View morePorts of Auckland Round the Bays is back! Join us on Sunday 8 March 2020 to enjoy a walk, run or dance with your friends and whanau along Auckland’s waterfront.
To help you get ready, we have a great $149 package (worth over $200!) which includes:
● Single adult event entry
● Three month ‘Corporate’ all-access Auckland Council Pools & Leisure membership (gym, pool, spa, aqua/group fitness classes) with access to over 40 sites, Auckland-wide
● Access to a social run club
● Be part of the ‘Get active your way’ team and get a team t-shirt or singlet
● Fun at Madill's Farm!
Hi Neighbourly - we're looking for a first-home buyer to talk about why it was their goal to buy a house and the reasons behind it (need to be willing to be pictured with it). We're also looking for a few people 50 years or older to talk about how important owning their own home is to … View moreHi Neighbourly - we're looking for a first-home buyer to talk about why it was their goal to buy a house and the reasons behind it (need to be willing to be pictured with it). We're also looking for a few people 50 years or older to talk about how important owning their own home is to their retirement goals
Can you help? Email susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz
Hi Aucklanders, NZ Bus services have resumed, following six days of driver suspensions affecting approximately 70,000 trips daily. The suspensions came as bus drivers stopped accepting passenger fares, in a bid for better pay work hours. On Thursday, First Union and Tramways withdrew industrial … View moreHi Aucklanders, NZ Bus services have resumed, following six days of driver suspensions affecting approximately 70,000 trips daily. The suspensions came as bus drivers stopped accepting passenger fares, in a bid for better pay work hours. On Thursday, First Union and Tramways withdrew industrial action after Auckland Council got involved with concerns of the suspension's impact on the city's public transport. However, union members and NZ Bus are yet to come to an agreement.
Were you able to catch your normal bus this morning?
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