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366 days ago

Bomb threats at local schools

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Following yesterday's bomb threats sent via email to 15 institutions including schools and hospitals, further emails have been received this morning, 24 November.

What you need to know:
- Waitoki School in Kaukapakapa, to the north of Auckland city, informed parents it had received a bomb … View more
Following yesterday's bomb threats sent via email to 15 institutions including schools and hospitals, further emails have been received this morning, 24 November.

What you need to know:
- Waitoki School in Kaukapakapa, to the north of Auckland city, informed parents it had received a bomb threat. The school was closed but would reopen from 9am. The school will begin lessons at 9.30am and parents are asked not to drop off their children until 9am.
- Stuff also understands Gulf Harbour School has been closed.
- Police said they were confident that the emails all came from the same source, but were still working to identify the origin. They don't however believe there is a real threat.
- Stella Maris Catholic Primary School, also in Auckland, confirmed to parents it had received a threat and will be closed on Friday. "While it is considered a low level threat, we are erring on the side of caution".
- Murrays Bay intermediate sent an email to parents, stating they had received a threat, and to not send kids to school until the school said it was safe to do so.
- In an alert on their website, Auckland’s Ōrewa College said due to health and safety, the school was to be closed immediately.
- Dairy Flat Primary School – An email sent to parents stated the school had recieved a threatening email, and asked not to send students to school.
- Whangaparāoa Primary School – A Facebook post by Principal Kevin Cronan seen by Stuff states that the school had received a threat, and asked parents and caregivers to keep children at home.
- Ōrewa Primary School has also been instructed by police to close for the day.
- Other schools closed or delaying start times include: Oteha Valley School, Browns Bay School, Marina View School, Stanmore Bay School, Murrays Bay Primary School, Long Bay College, Snells Beach School, Helensville School, Riverhead School and Matakana School.

Read more on the Stuff Website.

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366 days ago

Lofty thoughts

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Transform a bland attic or rumpty garage space into a rustic studio or spare room with Resene paints. Find out how to make the more of your spaces with these easy instructions.

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366 days ago

Help grant Phoebe’s wish this Christmas

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Today a Kiwi child will be diagnosed with a life-changing illness – we can’t change that, but with support from generous people like you, we can grant them a wish to bring respite from relentless illness.

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Today a Kiwi child will be diagnosed with a life-changing illness – we can’t change that, but with support from generous people like you, we can grant them a wish to bring respite from relentless illness.

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366 days ago

Level up your vege patch with NZ Gardener

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As the sunny days get longer and more frequent, it’s the perfect time to get stuck into the garden. Grab a subscription to NZ Gardener and get a Free Vege Patch from Scratch book written by NZ Gardener’s editor Jo McCarroll worth $44.99.

Make your garden one of the best in the neighbourhood … View more
As the sunny days get longer and more frequent, it’s the perfect time to get stuck into the garden. Grab a subscription to NZ Gardener and get a Free Vege Patch from Scratch book written by NZ Gardener’s editor Jo McCarroll worth $44.99.

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367 days ago

Bomb threat: Auckland Hospital & Manukau Superclinic

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are searching hospitals and schools across the country after threats were made against a number of organisations, RNZ is reporting.

What you need to know:
- Bomb threats were made within emails received around 9am today (23 November).
- RNZ understands police have been searching the … View more
Police are searching hospitals and schools across the country after threats were made against a number of organisations, RNZ is reporting.

What you need to know:
- Bomb threats were made within emails received around 9am today (23 November).
- RNZ understands police have been searching the premises at Auckland City Hospital and Manukau Superclinic.

Police are working to establish the origin of the emails and have yet to establish any actual threat to any organisation.

Fionnagh Dougan, Te Whatu Ora's national director hospital and specialist services, said in a statement to Stuff:
'Members of the public with appointments at our hospitals or needing emergency treatment should be assured it is safe to attend their local hospital as usual.'

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367 days ago

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367 days ago

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370 days ago

Veg-up Macaroni and Cheese

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Being heart-healthy isn't just for grown-ups. Kiwis of all ages will benefit from eating a diet rich in fruit and veggies. However, getting veggies into children can sometimes be a small challenge, but who says you need to tell them? Our kid-friendly recipes helpfully hide the good stuff with … View moreBeing heart-healthy isn't just for grown-ups. Kiwis of all ages will benefit from eating a diet rich in fruit and veggies. However, getting veggies into children can sometimes be a small challenge, but who says you need to tell them? Our kid-friendly recipes helpfully hide the good stuff with a healthy spin on a classic dish. Click the link to check out our version of Mac n' Cheese!

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370 days ago

Poll: Should fruit cake lose its Christmas reign?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This hardy dessert has stood the test of time but is it time for a new dessert to step into the (Christmas) light? Share your vote, and tell us what kiwi classic you'd put in its place.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of … View more
This hardy dessert has stood the test of time but is it time for a new dessert to step into the (Christmas) light? Share your vote, and tell us what kiwi classic you'd put in its place.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Should fruit cake lose its Christmas reign?
  • 14.4% Yes, goodbye fruit cake
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  • 32.8% No, it's tradition
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  • 52.8% No way, it's delicious
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2204 votes
368 days ago

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368 days ago

BUILDER HERE

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Hello Neighbours

If anyone needs a Builder or a Handyman, you can contact Carl of Bayview Builders. He’s our local builder with more than 20 years of experience in Building Industry.

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369 days ago

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369 days ago

*** RESIN CHEESE BOARD + COASTERS WORKSHOP ***

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Create a one of… View more
Extra Date added for December - NORTH SHORE
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Other December date on North Shore already sold out!
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370 days ago

Winner winner...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The winners of the $100 restaurant vouchers are:

James Nelson of Lyal Bay

Shirleyann Gray of Parklands

Fung Yo of Flat Bush

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The winners of the $100 restaurant vouchers are:

James Nelson of Lyal Bay

Shirleyann Gray of Parklands

Fung Yo of Flat Bush

Tipene Atama of Hamilton

Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 28th of November. Enjoy!

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370 days ago

BUILDER HERE

Anne from Albany

Hello Neighbours

If anyone needs a Builder or a Handyman, you can contact Carl of Bayview Builders. He’s our local builder with more than 20 years of experience in Building Industry.

You can check his Facebook Page

www.facebook.com...

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