Onehunga, Auckland

Does alcohol marketing need to be reined in?

Harrison Christian Reporter from Central Leader

Hi all,

A Kiwi academic is calling for an international treaty, like the one in place for tobacco, that would limit alcohol marketing in spaces like sport and social media. Of particular concern, the professor says, are targeted ads on Facebook and Instagram that are invisible to policy makers. … View moreHi all,

A Kiwi academic is calling for an international treaty, like the one in place for tobacco, that would limit alcohol marketing in spaces like sport and social media. Of particular concern, the professor says, are targeted ads on Facebook and Instagram that are invisible to policy makers. Are you a parent worried about the level of exposure your child has to alcohol marketing? If so, please get in touch: harrison.christian@stuff.co.nz

Thanks,
Harrison

Police 'unlawful' for Tasering dad after he ran from cops because he wanted to help his cancer stricken child

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Quick-thinking stranger saves Mt Roskill man's life

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Jay Kumar technically shouldn't be alive today, but he is, thanks to the quick actions of those around him when he went into cardiac arrest at Mercury Plaza foodcourt last September.

The Mt Roskill local was given CPR by a bystander until emergency services arrived, which he credits with … View moreJay Kumar technically shouldn't be alive today, but he is, thanks to the quick actions of those around him when he went into cardiac arrest at Mercury Plaza foodcourt last September.

The Mt Roskill local was given CPR by a bystander until emergency services arrived, which he credits with saving his life.

He doesn't know who the person was, but says it was a "godsend" they were there.

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Lululemon boycotted over abuse claims: Where you can shop ethically in Auckland

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Shoppers are boycotting athleisure brand lululemon after factory workers in Bangladesh claimed they …

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What's your message to the newly elected Auckland councillors?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, As Phil Goff is elected as Auckland mayor for a second three year term, a North Shore couple have a message for the incoming councillors and local board: invest in infrastructure over cutting rates. What issues would you like to see the council take action on this term in your … View moreHi neighbours, As Phil Goff is elected as Auckland mayor for a second three year term, a North Shore couple have a message for the incoming councillors and local board: invest in infrastructure over cutting rates. What issues would you like to see the council take action on this term in your community? Please write NFP if you don't want your comment used in stories.

Onehunga Safety Improvements

Denise Lee MP

Hi everyone, many of you will know about the speeding and pedestrian crossing concerns on Beachcroft Avenue. After contacting Auckland Transport and requesting they make improvements, I can confirm changes are coming!

Auckland Transport has prioritised Beachcroft Avenue for safety improvements and… View moreHi everyone, many of you will know about the speeding and pedestrian crossing concerns on Beachcroft Avenue. After contacting Auckland Transport and requesting they make improvements, I can confirm changes are coming!

Auckland Transport has prioritised Beachcroft Avenue for safety improvements and is currently developing a proposal that includes a new pedestrian crossing, footpath improvements and a new speed table.

Students of Onehunga High School will benefit greatly too. Public consultation opens end of November, so watch this space!

Sushi restaurant owner furious as paver from Albert St works used to smash windows

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, a business owner says having his shop broken into just makes dealing with the construction of City Rail Link harder.

In the early hours on Sunday morning, Sumo Sushi was broken into using a paver from a nearby construction site.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used … View moreHi neighbours, a business owner says having his shop broken into just makes dealing with the construction of City Rail Link harder.

In the early hours on Sunday morning, Sumo Sushi was broken into using a paver from a nearby construction site.
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Man who was clinically dead for 19 minutes 'wouldn't be here' without bystanders' CPR

Hannah Martin Reporter from Central Leader

Every minute that passes in a cardiac arrest reduces a person's chance of survival by 10 per cent. J…

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Who will Goff pick as his "cabinet" ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Phil Goff arrived back to work to an emptied office on Monday, to start work on his second term as mayor. He has to choose who will be his key lieutenants - the chairs of the main committees. Do you think he should also put councillors back on the board of Auckland Transport? See the… View moreHi Neighbours, Phil Goff arrived back to work to an emptied office on Monday, to start work on his second term as mayor. He has to choose who will be his key lieutenants - the chairs of the main committees. Do you think he should also put councillors back on the board of Auckland Transport? See the story below:

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Labour Weekend event at Silo Park

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Over Labour weekend join Auckland Museum at Silo Park and immerse yourself in more than a dozen new and original art experiences, performances and interactive activities.

Te Whāinga: A Culture Lab on Civility, co-presented with the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, is a free unique … View moreOver Labour weekend join Auckland Museum at Silo Park and immerse yourself in more than a dozen new and original art experiences, performances and interactive activities.

Te Whāinga: A Culture Lab on Civility, co-presented with the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center, is a free unique opportunity to engage and collaborate with some of today’s most creative talents to examine the term “civility” and what it truly means to coexist within our communities, societies, and humanity.

Artists and collaborators involved in this immersive four-day festival include Ahsin Ahsin, Rodney Bell, Marc Conaco, Elliott Collins, Maria Dumlao, Dr. Léuli Eshraghi, Erin Fae, Tanu Gago, Jack Gray, Rebecca Hobbs, Hina Kneubuhl, In*ter*is*land Collective, Kerry Ann Lee, Qiane Matata-Sipu, Carl F.K. Pao, Rosanna Raymond, Reina Sutton, Miranda Smitheram, Kereama Taepa, Rosabel Tan and Pati Solomona Tyrell. Find out more

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Bingo Night Fundraiser

Dolphin Theatre Incorporated

Come and join us for our next fabulous social event at Dolphin Theatre, 12 Spring Street, Onehunga... A fun evening of BINGO!
On Monday the 21st of October at 7 - 10pm.

Prizes up for grabs and of course our bar will be open.

RSVP to admin@dolphintheatre.org.nz or call 636 7322. Tickets $20… View moreCome and join us for our next fabulous social event at Dolphin Theatre, 12 Spring Street, Onehunga... A fun evening of BINGO!
On Monday the 21st of October at 7 - 10pm.

Prizes up for grabs and of course our bar will be open.

RSVP to admin@dolphintheatre.org.nz or call 636 7322. Tickets $20 at the door and includes a drink on arrival. The funds from this evening will go towards fixing our theatre air conditioning unit.

WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU THERE!!