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The historic bluestone wall gracing Albert St is now coming down brick by brick.
The 139-year-old wall in Auckland's CBD is being painstakingly dismantled to make room for the country's largest infrastructure project, the City Rail Link.
It will take about three months to deconstruct … View moreThe historic bluestone wall gracing Albert St is now coming down brick by brick.
The 139-year-old wall in Auckland's CBD is being painstakingly dismantled to make room for the country's largest infrastructure project, the City Rail Link.
It will take about three months to deconstruct the wall which will eventually be moved one metre east towards Queen St.
Stonemasons are cutting it into 1800 blocks, numbering each block and storing them safely off-site until the wall is rebuilt in 2023.
“It’s going to be a bit like fitting a jigsaw together except all our pieces will be rocks, not bits of cardboard or wood, there will be no missing pieces and we’ll know where every piece fits,” said Aotea Station manager for the Linke Alliance, Matt Sinclair.
The bluestone wall was built from local material by contractor Daniel Fallon in 1881 during a time of major infrastructure expansion in Auckland.
The wall's underground public toilet was one of the city's first.
The wrought iron railings, piers and the ornamental arch over the stairs on the side of the wall are some of Auckland's last remaining examples of street furniture dating back to the Victorian age.
The public toilet, which has been closed for some time, will not reopen because of space constraints.
But the toilet's cast iron screens will be restored and reinstated on site.
The toilet's entrance will be used as a maintenance access for the City Rail Link.
The new 150-metre long section of tunnel being built by the Link Alliance will connect the new Aotea underground station with the tunnel already built from Britomart Station.
Shakespeare Tavern owner Sunny Kaushal said the iconic pub will remain open during the wall deconstruction nearby.
"We have to otherwise we can't survive at all because we're struggling with mounting debts and also keeping the staff who we've been trying to support for the last three and a half years," he said.
"We've been affected by the City Rail Link really seriously, then Covid happened," he said.
"This has been a double whammy for us."
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UPDATED 6.10PM - Thurs 12 November:
- CBD Workers have now been asked to stay home on Friday 13 November.
- Additional locations visited by the community case include Smith & Caugheys, Starbucks and Red Pig Restaurant and Gateau House.
Key locations include:
• A-Z Collections store … View moreUPDATED 6.10PM - Thurs 12 November:
- CBD Workers have now been asked to stay home on Friday 13 November.
- Additional locations visited by the community case include Smith & Caugheys, Starbucks and Red Pig Restaurant and Gateau House.
Key locations include:
• A-Z Collections store on High St
• Vincent Residences at 106 Vincent St
• Red Pig Restaurant on Kitchener St, Saturday 6pm – 8.30pm
The woman also visited the following locations briefly; anyone who was there at the same time is asked to get tested and self-isolate if they are symptomatic:
• Smith and Caughey’s department store on Queen St, Saturday 3.50pm – 6pm
• Starbucks on Queen St, Sunday 11.30am – 11.45am
• Sunnytown Restaurant on Lorne St, Sunday 11.30am – 11.45am
• The Gateau House at 332 Queen St, Sunday 6.40pm – 6.50pm
For a full list of locations click here.
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One new coronavirus community case has been confirmed today in Auckland. The AUT student became symptomatic on Monday 9 November and was tested late on 10 November.
During this time they were working at A - Z Collection on High Street from November 8 to November 11, however did not attend the university. Other locations visited by
The Ministry of Health states they are investigating the source of this new community case and are asking people who may have visited A-Z Collections store on High St and 106 Vincent Street from November 7 to the November 12 to isolate and get advice on being tested even if asymptomatic, as well as staying isolated until test results are returned.
Further information will emerge once this person has been interviewed to share any further locations of concern.
If you are sick you can ring Healthline’s dedicated number 0800 358 5453 for any advice and you can find testing locations on the Auckland Regional Public Health Service website.
To address any issue in our community we need to know what we're up against.
Here's some simple ways you can help to end family violence:
+ Learn! The first step to change is awareness
+ Share facts, resources and helplines
… View moreTo address any issue in our community we need to know what we're up against.
Here's some simple ways you can help to end family violence:
+ Learn! The first step to change is awareness
+ Share facts, resources and helplines
+ Know the signs. Family violence can affect anyone
+ When you see it, report it to New Zealand Police
+ Support victims: check-in regularly, listen, refer
+ Volunteer / make a donation to a relevant charity
Summer is hot on our heels, however Auckland is still facing a water shortage and Watercare is asking us to save 20 litres of water per day each. The usual water-saving suggestions include turning the tap off while brushing your teeth or collecting cold water from the shower for the garden, but … View moreSummer is hot on our heels, however Auckland is still facing a water shortage and Watercare is asking us to save 20 litres of water per day each. The usual water-saving suggestions include turning the tap off while brushing your teeth or collecting cold water from the shower for the garden, but we'd like to hear from those who going the extra mile to minimise their water usage.
What weird and wacky things have you been doing to conserve water? Flick me an email at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz
Time spent in respite care lets you experience Ryman’s dedicated care teams and the togetherness of village communities. Whether you need rehabilitation or support for family during the holidays.
Respite care is offered in rest-home, hospital and dementia-level care. Being there is just one … View moreTime spent in respite care lets you experience Ryman’s dedicated care teams and the togetherness of village communities. Whether you need rehabilitation or support for family during the holidays.
Respite care is offered in rest-home, hospital and dementia-level care. Being there is just one of the ways we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.
The Cancer Society is pleased new vaping laws will finally put an end to the marketing of highly addictive products to children and non-smokers.
From November 11, it will be illegal to sell vapes to under 18’s and advertising and sponsorship of vaping products will be banned altogether. Vaping… View moreThe Cancer Society is pleased new vaping laws will finally put an end to the marketing of highly addictive products to children and non-smokers.
From November 11, it will be illegal to sell vapes to under 18’s and advertising and sponsorship of vaping products will be banned altogether. Vaping will also be banned in legislated smoke-free areas such as:
- indoor workplaces
- cafes and pubs
- schools and early childhood centres
- public transport.
We think that everyone, especially parents need to be aware that vapes are now R18 and can’t be used in schools.
Hi Neighbours, Today, November 1, is the 10th anniversary of the amalgamation of eight local bodies to form the Auckland Council. Much was promised, do you think it is working? Read the story below:
Designed by architect Ron Sang for Magnum photographer Brian Brake in 1976, this truly amazing Mid-century house is currently owned by Prime News presenter Eric Young and his wife Michelle.
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An “extra large” sized electric bus designed especially for New Zealand has been handed over in Auckland.
The 78-passenger Yutong E13 has a double rear-axle, like the largest diesel-powered single-decker buses, and carries bigger and more powerful batteries to increase its daily range.
… View moreAn “extra large” sized electric bus designed especially for New Zealand has been handed over in Auckland.
The 78-passenger Yutong E13 has a double rear-axle, like the largest diesel-powered single-decker buses, and carries bigger and more powerful batteries to increase its daily range.
Auckland Transport has bought the bus to trial initially on long-haul eastern routes such as the 70 service from Botany to the CBD.
The new bus is bigger than the models currently entering service around Auckland, and the extra axle is expected to reduce wear and tear on the roads.
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Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Brick Creations is now on sale! Explore a world where everything is awesome, including this orca made from over 14,000 bricks! Opening Thursday 3 December.
Free for Museum Members. Get your tickets: www.aucklandmuseum.com...
Hi neighbours, National's Denise Lee is no longer the MP for the Maungakiekie electorate after the official election results showed Labour candidate Priyanca Radhakrishnan beat her by 635 candidate votes. Denise Lee holds the 34th spot on National's list, which means she's out of … View moreHi neighbours, National's Denise Lee is no longer the MP for the Maungakiekie electorate after the official election results showed Labour candidate Priyanca Radhakrishnan beat her by 635 candidate votes. Denise Lee holds the 34th spot on National's list, which means she's out of Parliament because National only has 33 seats now. If you live in One Tree Hill, that means Priyanca Radhakrishnan is now your local MP.
Hi neighbours, Green MP Chloe Swarbrick has officially won the Auckland Central seat after doubling her margin in the special votes. She said her top priorities as an electorate MP would be introducing a plan to end homelessness and protecting the Hauraki Gulf.
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Repurposed timber from a sunken dhow off the coast of Kenya. We’ve actually done no repairs on the legs of this table, just some splits on the top, but it’s too impressive not to share!
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