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1441 days ago

Pōhutukawa vandalism: Allegations among Karaka residents - was it an inside job?

Reporter Reporter from Auckland Stuff

A series of accusatory hand-written notes have been delivered to residents of Harbourside Drive following Sunday’s vandalism of several trees.

Locals are feeling “absolutely disgusted” at the suggestion that they are behind the incident, which involved a vandal felling eight street … View more
A series of accusatory hand-written notes have been delivered to residents of Harbourside Drive following Sunday’s vandalism of several trees.

Locals are feeling “absolutely disgusted” at the suggestion that they are behind the incident, which involved a vandal felling eight street pōhutukawa trees with a chainsaw.

Paul and Sue Wilson, who have lived on the road for over 10 years, arrived home on Monday from a trip to Waiheke Island to find a line of felled trees and a curt hand-written note in their letterbox.

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1434 days ago

High winds on Harbour Bridge and trains cancelled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Aucklanders are advised to expect potential disruptions as Metservice reports high winds on the Harbour Bridge. Trains on the Eastern and Western lines have also been cancelled. Delays are expected, with felled trees, power disruptions and heavy rain experienced city-wide.

Here's what you … View more
Aucklanders are advised to expect potential disruptions as Metservice reports high winds on the Harbour Bridge. Trains on the Eastern and Western lines have also been cancelled. Delays are expected, with felled trees, power disruptions and heavy rain experienced city-wide.

Here's what you need to know:
- North-easterly winds are being recorded in Auckland, with Metservice forecasting winds up to 110km/h between 2pm and 4pm in the bridge area.
- Waka Kotahi (NZTA) have introduced speed restrictions on the Harbour Bridge.
- Drivers of heavy vehicles and motorcyclists are advised to travel via the Western Ring Route (State Highways 16 and 18).

Stay up to date with the latest road closures and disruptions by heading to Waka Kotahi's (NZTA) journey planner. You can find an alternative public transport route by using the AT Journey Planner.

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1434 days ago

Waiata Shores Mural Competition

Lisa Beale from

📣 ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN!! 📣

Manukau Beautification are excited to announce our next Mural Competition. In partnership with Fletcher Living we are seeking artists to create murals on the Vector transformers in the Waiata Shores development.

Check out our website link below for more details … View more
📣 ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN!! 📣

Manukau Beautification are excited to announce our next Mural Competition. In partnership with Fletcher Living we are seeking artists to create murals on the Vector transformers in the Waiata Shores development.

Check out our website link below for more details 👇
www.beautifulmanukau.nz...

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1434 days ago

Home Deliveries

CITY PRODUCE LTD.

Did you know that City Produce also does Home Deliveries?
You can have RESTAURANT QUALITY PRODUCE delivered to the comfort of your own home.
Simply click on READ MORE to order. :)

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1434 days ago

"Space" sessions for Jun - Sep 2020 babies at Papatoetoe Playcentre

Melissa Walton from Tui Road Playcentre

Do you know someone with a baby born between June - September this year? Let them know about Space!
Hosted by our friends at Papatoetoe Playcentre on Thursday afternoons, Space is a great chance to get to know other local parents with babies at a similar age to yours in a fun and supportive … View more
Do you know someone with a baby born between June - September this year? Let them know about Space!
Hosted by our friends at Papatoetoe Playcentre on Thursday afternoons, Space is a great chance to get to know other local parents with babies at a similar age to yours in a fun and supportive environment.
Just 4 places left, so book in quickly to make sure you don't miss out!

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1434 days ago

Need a Home Makeover?

The Team from The Building Guys

Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.

We have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the Builder), Luke (plumber), (Ryan (electrician), Russell (tiler) to do every job right.

Our team follows … View more
Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.

We have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the Builder), Luke (plumber), (Ryan (electrician), Russell (tiler) to do every job right.

Our team follows industry guidelines on coronavirus safety procedures to keep your family protected.

Call Lucy on 021 022 55 388 for a chat about your amazing renovation plans.

Be safe!
Book online

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1436 days ago

Poll: Are you in favour with Grant Robertson becoming the new deputy prime minister?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has revealed her new Cabinet lineup.

Grant Robertson will take on the role of deputy prime minister in the new Labour-led Government.

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Are you in favour with Grant Robertson becoming the new deputy prime minister?
  • 80.2% Yes
    80.2% Complete
  • 19.8% No
    19.8% Complete
872 votes
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1435 days ago

Clendon Community Celebration

Craig from Flat Bush

Everyone invited to this free family event on Friday evenimg at the Clendon Rec Centre, 17 Palmers Road. Clendon @ 7 pm.
Enjoy live music, dance, food and a positive message of hope!
Phone 262-4403 or 027-5456076 for more details.

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1435 days ago

Neighbourly 101: Information for service providers

Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business … View more
Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business easy to find for Neighbours in our Business Directory. To get yourself business ready, follow these steps below:

- Head to our business directory by clicking ‘Businesses’ button at the top of your noticeboard.
- Click ‘Become Premium Business' (you can find this at the categories section).
- Have a browse! You can read all of our info and make a decision on whether your service will be more suited to a Premium Business Profile or a free profile.
- Follow all the steps in the sign-up process and you’re good to go.

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1435 days ago

FREE baby starting solids workshop this month!

The Team from Counties Manukau Health

Our starting solids workshops give whaanau FREE advice about what foods to give baby and nutrition advice for toddlers.

Come along to our next workshop on Wednesday, 25 November, 10am - 12pm, Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, Tāmaki Campus - 19 Lambie Drive, Manukau.

Spaces are limited, so … View more
Our starting solids workshops give whaanau FREE advice about what foods to give baby and nutrition advice for toddlers.

Come along to our next workshop on Wednesday, 25 November, 10am - 12pm, Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, Tāmaki Campus - 19 Lambie Drive, Manukau.

Spaces are limited, so contact our awesome Te Rito Ora team on 0800HELPBF or teritoora@middlemore.co.nz to register your place today!

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1454 days ago

Wooden flooring

Amit from East Tamaki

Good morning

Can anyone suggest a handyman to do wooden flooring
We want to replace our carpet with Wooden flooring

1437 days ago

Floor sander

Miriama from Otara

Looking for an independent floor to sand kitchen and ding room

1435 days ago

Report illegal rubbish dumping

The Team from Auckland Council

If you see dumped rubbish, call us on 0800 NODUMP (0800 663 867) to report it.
Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000. Your waste is your responsibility.
You can:
• Take it to your nearest rubbish transfer station or community recycling centre (charges may apply).
• Donate items … View more
If you see dumped rubbish, call us on 0800 NODUMP (0800 663 867) to report it.
Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000. Your waste is your responsibility.
You can:
• Take it to your nearest rubbish transfer station or community recycling centre (charges may apply).
• Donate items that are in good condition and could enjoy a ‘second life’ with someone else to your local charity store or reuse shop, during opening hours only.

For more info on how to dispose of unwanted items, visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Find out more

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1436 days ago

Quote for the week

NumberWorks'nWords Manukau

You truly can achieve anything. If you want something bad enough, there’s nothing to stop you from achieving it.

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1436 days ago

Sunbeam Iron & Ironing board

Sally from Mangere East

Purchased during first lockdown, ironing board & iron never used,still brand new condition. No box because i was too eager to use over the door hanger for both.

This Sunbeam Vital Iron features a constant steam function, self cleaning function, and a 320ml water tank. 

2400 Watt

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Purchased during first lockdown, ironing board & iron never used,still brand new condition. No box because i was too eager to use over the door hanger for both.

This Sunbeam Vital Iron features a constant steam function, self cleaning function, and a 320ml water tank. 

2400 Watt

Variable temperature and steam control

Easy glide non-stick soleplate coating

2m cord

Literally has just been hanging there, i will even throw the iron & ironing table over the door holder too :)
Pick only in Mangere East, sorry i no longer have the packaging for either.

Price: $60

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