Point Chevalier, Auckland

1709 days ago

Sky Tower to light up for lockdown

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, as we all prepare for the lockdown beginning tonight, the Sky Tower will light up yellow and white in support of the Government's call to unite against coronavirus.

Will you be able to see the Sky Tower from your place?

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1709 days ago

FREE ITEMS ENDANGERING LIFES

Don from Westmere

Do u realize giving free stuff away in this period is endangering the growth of this virus; People are supposed to be avoiding the bubble burst & contact / Wait till the 4 week level is over, don't wreck it for every other person. I know the temptation is huge for a needy item but one has … View moreDo u realize giving free stuff away in this period is endangering the growth of this virus; People are supposed to be avoiding the bubble burst & contact / Wait till the 4 week level is over, don't wreck it for every other person. I know the temptation is huge for a needy item but one has to be so careful now, once u have a foreign item u have to treat it like a new 4 weeks period as I could potentially have the virus attached to past on to someone else. I would hate to think this site has passed on a unwitting bug to someone. Suggest everybody HOLDS OFF BUY/SELL DEALS until this is over. It would be nice to think we can survive this or it could go on for months. Note, couriers are banned from picking anything but Medical items now .

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1709 days ago

Auckland Zoo working to 'bring the zoo to you' during coronavirus lockdown

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland Zoo is closed as the country goes into coronavirus lockdown, but that isn't stopping it from making sure everyone at home gets their daily dose of cuteness.
On Tuesday, the zoo closed its doors for an unknown amount of time. But if you couldn't do to the zoo, it would bring the … View more
Auckland Zoo is closed as the country goes into coronavirus lockdown, but that isn't stopping it from making sure everyone at home gets their daily dose of cuteness.
On Tuesday, the zoo closed its doors for an unknown amount of time. But if you couldn't do to the zoo, it would bring the zoo to you.

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1710 days ago

No more hot meals for homeless under lockdown

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, Auckland's homeless will no longer receive hot meals or be able to congregate at Auckland City Mission as the country locks down.

Instead, they will be given a takeaway bag with food for a day as the Mission looks for way to support the community under the restrictions of… View more
Kia ora neighbours, Auckland's homeless will no longer receive hot meals or be able to congregate at Auckland City Mission as the country locks down.

Instead, they will be given a takeaway bag with food for a day as the Mission looks for way to support the community under the restrictions of alert level 4.

The Mission expects to feed 400 people a day for the duration of the four-week lockdown.

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1709 days ago

We’re now at Alert Level 4. Stay home. Save lives.

New Zealand Government

Dear concerned citizen,

We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.

Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.

Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other… View more
Dear concerned citizen,

We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.

Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.

Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other home supplies.

ALL THE TIME, NO EXCEPTIONS
It’s incredibly important that we all follow the Level 4 plan, all the time. No exceptions. Because doing so will save lives.

A CHALLENGE FOR EVERYONE
We realise these are big changes. But these are challenging times.
If we don't all stay home, the whole country will need Level 4 restrictions for longer.

SUPPORT OUR EMERGENCY SERVICE PEOPLE
We owe it to the essential services. Our nurses, doctors and everyone else on the frontline. They’re working tirelessly to save lives. We should all do everything in our power to help them do this.
Thank you to each and every person, for doing their bit.

While you’re staying at home:

STAY CONNECTED
• Don’t let physical distance stop you staying connected. Keep in touch with people using video calls, phone calls, chat and texting.
• If you know people who are living alone, vulnerable, or separated from their loved ones, regularly check-in with them.

STAY WELL
• Continue to practice good hygiene – wash your hands with soap. Then dry.
• Cough or sneeze into your elbow.
• Regularly clean surfaces in your home with disinfectant.
• Keep up regular physical exercise, and get some fresh air when possible. It’s good so long as this is solitary, or only with those you live with.

REACH OUT
If you need advice, support or help, try reaching out to friends, family, whānau or workmates.

WE'RE UPDATING INFORMATION CONSTANTLY
For all the latest advice, including answers to your health and financial questions, go to Covid19.govt.nz.

And remember: what you do now, will help protect all of us.
Find out more

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1709 days ago

Care Packages

Sam from Point Chevalier

If anyone is looking to support our elderly during this period - The Pure Food Co is delivering packs of nutrition-fortified food for well under cost. It's not a money-making venture, but an opportunity to support where its needed. They are $10 (normally $30+) - there are 400 available. They … View moreIf anyone is looking to support our elderly during this period - The Pure Food Co is delivering packs of nutrition-fortified food for well under cost. It's not a money-making venture, but an opportunity to support where its needed. They are $10 (normally $30+) - there are 400 available. They can be delivered nationwide (except Rural) - link here thepurefoodco.com...

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1711 days ago

Kia kaha New Zealand.

The Team from Auckland Museum

It takes an extraordinary situation for Auckland Museum to close its doors to the public. However it has happened before.

In 1918, the Spanish Influenza had arrived on New Zealand's shores. In the Auckland Institute and Museum's 1918-1919 Annual Report, there is a very short reference to… View more
It takes an extraordinary situation for Auckland Museum to close its doors to the public. However it has happened before.

In 1918, the Spanish Influenza had arrived on New Zealand's shores. In the Auckland Institute and Museum's 1918-1919 Annual Report, there is a very short reference to the epidemic's affect on the Museum:

"The recent epidemic of influenza has greatly affected the attendance at the Museum. In the first place, it necessitated the closing of the Institution from November 3 to December 1, or nearly a full month, and after re-opening it was at least another month before the attendance became normal."

We too, will open again, and while it may take a while to get back to normal, we can get there together.

Let's unite against COVID-19. Kia kaha New Zealand. Stay at home, be calm and be kind. He waka eke noa.

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1710 days ago

Level 4 lockdown begins tonight...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

As of tonight at 11:59pm New Zealand will move to a Level 4 alert in response to the #COVID19 pandemic. It will put the entire country on lockdown for four weeks. Here’s what that will mean for us moving forward:

1710 days ago

A message to our Adventurous Seniors

The Team from Readers Tours

There is a reason Readers Tours attract ‘Adventurous Seniors’.

Our itineraries are bold and colourful, so are our tour guides.
We drive scenic roads and coastal highway and have luxury accommodation waiting after a big day. We offer excursions such as Helicopter rides and guided walks and … View more
There is a reason Readers Tours attract ‘Adventurous Seniors’.

Our itineraries are bold and colourful, so are our tour guides.
We drive scenic roads and coastal highway and have luxury accommodation waiting after a big day. We offer excursions such as Helicopter rides and guided walks and have everything organised down to the last meal, with free newspapers for a spot of reading or challenging sudoku.

We are passionate about bringing like-minded individuals together to explore this beautiful landscape we call our backyard and are ready to go full steam ahead with our next tour the moment it is safe to do so.

For now, we will continue to bring you stunning photography, travel stories and helpful tips during these unprecedented times.

Our team remains dedicated to helping you, so please pick up the phone or fill out our contact form and we will be in touch. We look forward to you joining us and experiencing New Zealand like never before.

www.readerstours.co.nz... | 0800 0800 99

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