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2034 days ago

A festival of aroha – Let's make Matariki a public holiday in 2021

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Today, Stuff is launching a campaign to make Matariki a public holiday from 2021.

Plucked from obscurity and given the breath of life, since the turn of the century, Matariki has blossomed into an inclusive, popular event.

Tied to the rising of Matariki, the Pleiades star cluster,… View more
Hi neighbours,

Today, Stuff is launching a campaign to make Matariki a public holiday from 2021.

Plucked from obscurity and given the breath of life, since the turn of the century, Matariki has blossomed into an inclusive, popular event.

Tied to the rising of Matariki, the Pleiades star cluster, in the night sky, the festival marks the start of te Mātahi o te tau, the new year.

Once a casualty of colonisation, Matariki’s comeback has fostered greater use of te reo Māori, and recognition for Māori customary practices.

We believe it is past time to officially acknowledge all Matariki stands for in our national calendar. To learn more about Stuff's campaign, click here

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2034 days ago

Donations of Gardening Tools

Kaye from Castor Bay

I'm a teacher at Albany Junior High School and our student led Environmental club is seeking donations of gardening tools, native plants, mulch etc to help us make our school even more beautiful. If you have tools in good working order please message me as these would be a tremendous help to … View moreI'm a teacher at Albany Junior High School and our student led Environmental club is seeking donations of gardening tools, native plants, mulch etc to help us make our school even more beautiful. If you have tools in good working order please message me as these would be a tremendous help to our student gardeners. We are in particular need of spades, but all tools are needed. Thanks in advance.

2038 days ago

Poll: Is the Government doing enough to stop recyclable materials going to landfill?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

The Government has thrown $124 million at reducing the country’s growing waste pile, but not everyone agrees that’s enough.

Local Government NZ says the funding should be matched with a “strategic waste plan”, with the goal for New Zealand to be able to process its own waste onshore.

In … View more
The Government has thrown $124 million at reducing the country’s growing waste pile, but not everyone agrees that’s enough.

Local Government NZ says the funding should be matched with a “strategic waste plan”, with the goal for New Zealand to be able to process its own waste onshore.

In the last decade, the amount of waste at council landfills has increased by 48 per cent.

To read more, click here.

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Is the Government doing enough to stop recyclable materials going to landfill?
  • 13.4% Yes, more money and time is better spent elsewhere
    13.4% Complete
  • 86.6% No, NZ's waste and recycling system needs more focus
    86.6% Complete
2903 votes
2034 days ago

What's with that curious rig sitting in Waitematā Harbour?

Brad Flahive Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, Auckland Council has begun work on a new marine pipeline that aims to reduce the water contamination at St Marys Bay and Masefield Beach. Check out this Stuff article to read more on the project.

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2036 days ago

Dome Valley dump protesters' hīkoi halts Queen St

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hundreds of people marched through central Auckland as part of a hīkoi protesting the proposed new Auckland Regional Landfill site on Friday.
Private waste company Waste Management wants to build the rubbish dump in Dome Valley, on land between Wellsford and Warkworth.
It would replace the Redvale… View more
Hundreds of people marched through central Auckland as part of a hīkoi protesting the proposed new Auckland Regional Landfill site on Friday.
Private waste company Waste Management wants to build the rubbish dump in Dome Valley, on land between Wellsford and Warkworth.
It would replace the Redvale Landfill and Energy Park in Dairy Flat, which is predicted to reach capacity between 2026 and 2028.
But the valley's iwi and landowners worry any breach in the dump's lining could spill poisons into the Hōteo River.
Fight the Tip, Save The Dome Māori liaison Mikaera Miru said the consequences of an earlier rāhui at the site being ignored were “devastating”.
“This is the second biggest harbour on the planet, we need to look after it. It's Ngāti Whātua food basket, we need to look after it and that's why we're here.”
What other solutions to Auckland's waste problem do you think should be explored?

2034 days ago

Have your good Lockdown habits slipped?

Shelley from Murrays Bay

Did you create new healthy habits during lockdown that have disappeared now that the busyness of life has returned?

By taking a holistic look at your life in a non-judgemental way - that's what you are eating, your movement, your stress, sleep and connectedness to others - I will coach you on… View more
Did you create new healthy habits during lockdown that have disappeared now that the busyness of life has returned?

By taking a holistic look at your life in a non-judgemental way - that's what you are eating, your movement, your stress, sleep and connectedness to others - I will coach you on how to live the life that you really want.

Coaching works because you set the agenda, its future focused, we set achievable goals and you are accountable to me.

Give me a call for a free Discovery Session to find out if coaching is right for you!

Shelley
027 580 2914
shelley@santoshahealthcoaching.co.nz
www.santoshahealthcoaching.co.nz...
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2039 days ago

Goff confirms proposed 3.5 rates rise and 500+ job cuts

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, The likely shape of Auckland Council's Emergency Budget is clearer with the mayor releasing his proposal for Thursday's final debate. Has he got it right ? Read the story below.

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2035 days ago

New Zealand International Film Festival

Resene

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival will present the World Premiere screenings of five New Zealand films this winter for NZIFF At Home - Online available nationwide 24 July - 2 August.

Resene is proud to support this year’s homegrown selection which includes four … View more
Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival will present the World Premiere screenings of five New Zealand films this winter for NZIFF At Home - Online available nationwide 24 July - 2 August.

Resene is proud to support this year’s homegrown selection which includes four documentaries and one episodic drama. Plus there are plenty of other films to keep you entertained. Visit online for more information.

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2035 days ago

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Enjoy the peace of mind that Ryman guarantees with resident-friendly terms, leading innovation, a caring team … View more
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2035 days ago

Postponement of Auckland Council 2020 revaluation

Grant from Grant Haworth - Barfoot & Thompson

All councils in New Zealand are required to revalue properties within a three-year period.

Earlier this year, Auckland Council commenced its latest revaluation exercise that would result in updated capital values being available on all properties in early November 2020. These valuations are one … View more
All councils in New Zealand are required to revalue properties within a three-year period.

Earlier this year, Auckland Council commenced its latest revaluation exercise that would result in updated capital values being available on all properties in early November 2020. These valuations are one component in helping determine what portion of the region’s total rates an individual property owner pays.

COVID-19 and the lockdown have made it difficult to conduct a reliable revaluation this year. Property valuations are generated using recent sales data of comparable properties and other relevant market evidence such as rental levels. That sales data is currently limited, as COVID-19 has caused a significant drop in both the volume of property sales and the quality of rental evidence.

As a result, the Valuer-General has agreed to Auckland Council’s request to defer its 2020 general revaluation for one year because of difficulties caused by COVID-19.

Impact on rates

Rates will continue to be generated based on the current (2017) values in the same manner as the 2019/2020 and 2020/2021 rates have been.

Impact on property prices

Rating valuations are not intended for market use. They are a mechanism to allocate rates among property owners.

2035 days ago

Coming Soon - Mairangi Bay Home with Pool

Gabrielle Elborough from

Dive in.
A swimming pool and coastal village lifestyle awaits you in Mairangi Bay.
A well laid out 4-bedroom family home.
This year, come home to a resort-like oasis, unwind and relax.
Be settled for Spring.

Open Homes on Saturday & Sunday or call to view
Full details will be available when … View more
Dive in.
A swimming pool and coastal village lifestyle awaits you in Mairangi Bay.
A well laid out 4-bedroom family home.
This year, come home to a resort-like oasis, unwind and relax.
Be settled for Spring.

Open Homes on Saturday & Sunday or call to view
Full details will be available when listed on Wednesday 22 July

#mairangibay #campbellsbay #rothesaybay #murraysbay #castorbay #milfordbeach #eastcoastbays #northshore #auckland #sellwithgabrielle #buywithgabrielle

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2035 days ago

'Mum and dad' investors: Do your homework first

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

An Auckland couple who took a professional approach to property investment tell their story - there are ups and downs.

2036 days ago

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival Brings The Arthouse To Your House This Week

New Zealand Film Festival Trust

The highlight event of Winter is back – and this year it’s coming right to your own living room!

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival runs 24 July to 2 August with 79 feature films and seven short film collections from 41 countries screening in the unique At Home – … View more
The highlight event of Winter is back – and this year it’s coming right to your own living room!

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival runs 24 July to 2 August with 79 feature films and seven short film collections from 41 countries screening in the unique At Home – Online digital edition. Browse the programme and choose from documentaries, drama, doco-drama, short films, animation and a special programme for kids, and enjoy special filmmaker introductions and Q&As.

Selected films will also screen in 16 cinemas and theatres in eight cities – Auckland, Tauranga, Napier, New Plymouth, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin and Gore.
Find out more

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2036 days ago

Computer keyboards

Declan from Unsworth Heights

There is still a good variety left.
I have too many and want to find homes for them.
All are boxed with all the original packaging etc.
They have been covered when not used at the desk, so there are no crumbs, dust or dirty keys. They are all in as new excellent condition.

I don't want … View more
There is still a good variety left.
I have too many and want to find homes for them.
All are boxed with all the original packaging etc.
They have been covered when not used at the desk, so there are no crumbs, dust or dirty keys. They are all in as new excellent condition.

I don't want anything for them but would appreciate you giving a donation of maybe $10 or $20 to a charity of your choice, or to mine, which is sponsoring seeing eye dog training costs with the Blind Foundation. SMS me with what you're looking for. Mixture of keyboards - basic, advanced, programmable, and gaming. Declan 0278-021-197
SMS me your requirements.

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