Swanson, Auckland

648 days ago

Want something to listen to this weekend?

Stuff

Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a … View more
Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a psycho-social expert in disaster and disruption. In this short podcast interview, Jolie shares her expert advice on what you, or the people you want to support, may need right now.

Whether you're currently involved, or you want to help others, it's worth a quick listen!
Listen now

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648 days ago

Need help after the flooding?

The Team from Auckland Council

You and your neighbours can visit the Auckland Emergency Management website for up-to-date information on the floods and Civil Defence Centres.

For urgent assistance phone 0800 22 22 00. You can also Report a Problem online.
Find out more

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649 days ago

Poll: Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to … View more
The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 4pm, 14 February.

Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?
  • 13.5% Sparrow stories at Oriental Bay
    13.5% Complete
  • 15.9% Forever Brothers
    15.9% Complete
  • 35.4% Fishing at Ngunguru
    35.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Summer evening at Lake Wakatipu
    25.3% Complete
  • 7% Runners on Himatangi Beach
    7% Complete
  • 2.8% Party colour at Wellington Botanic Gardens
    2.8% Complete
1930 votes
649 days ago

Waitangi ki Manukau cancelled due to storm

The Team from Auckland Council

📣 Following this week’s severe weather that has affected Tāmaki Makaurau, we have made the tough decision with our event partner Manukau Urban Māori Authority (MUMA) to cancel Waitangi ki Manukau 2023.

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649 days ago

Our Waitangi Day Super Bed Sale is here!!

Beds 4 U

Celebrate Waitangi Day in the best way: With big savings and better zzz’s—upgrade your bed today. Get massive discounts of up to 60% Off on NZ-made beds & mattresses with Free Local Delivery* (Use code:WAITANGI23)

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
- 60-Night's Comfort … View more
Celebrate Waitangi Day in the best way: With big savings and better zzz’s—upgrade your bed today. Get massive discounts of up to 60% Off on NZ-made beds & mattresses with Free Local Delivery* (Use code:WAITANGI23)

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
- 60-Night's Comfort Guarantee
- 100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
- 19 stores across North Island
- Earn Flybuys with us

Apply Code (WAITANGI23) to your cart for Free Shipping on online orders above $999 and only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last.
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649 days ago

Enrol now in 2023!

Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi

Learn with us

Are you looking to further your study goals? Or are you wanting to try something new? Rukuhia te mātauranga – pursue knowledge with courses at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

Choose from a wide variety of subjects and programmes, ranging from certificates and … View more
Learn with us

Are you looking to further your study goals? Or are you wanting to try something new? Rukuhia te mātauranga – pursue knowledge with courses at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

Choose from a wide variety of subjects and programmes, ranging from certificates and undergraduate degrees to Master and Doctorate level. With subjects including, education, humanities, indigenous studies, mātauranga Māori, te reo Māori, radio broadcasting, sciences, marae centred learning and much more! With delivery available at multiple sites and some with online delivery we invite you to find out more.

It isn’t too late to enrol! Contact us now
Find out more

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650 days ago

New store on Great North Road!!

The Gateau House

Valentine’s day mousse cake

Striving for perfection since 1996, The Gateau House endeavours to provide exquisite hand-made cakes and sweet gateaux delights. Taking advantage of our years of experience. Backed by our relentless motivation and our commitment to using only the finest ingredients.… View more
Valentine’s day mousse cake

Striving for perfection since 1996, The Gateau House endeavours to provide exquisite hand-made cakes and sweet gateaux delights. Taking advantage of our years of experience. Backed by our relentless motivation and our commitment to using only the finest ingredients.

TGH Glen Eden Store: Unit 3, 4161 Great North Road, Glen Eden, Auckland 0602 (Next to Burger King)
Find out more

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652 days ago

Poll: Should we be taking more action on climate change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With torrential rain and flooding caused by an 'atmospheric river', should this event convince us all that climate change is real and we need to be taking action?

*Add NFP if you don't wish for your comments to be used for We Say You Say in the local papers.*

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Should we be taking more action on climate change?
  • 66.8% Yes, we need to do more
    66.8% Complete
  • 10.9% No, there's no such thing as climate change
    10.9% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 18.4% There's nothing we can do about climate change
    18.4% Complete
2675 votes
651 days ago

Important Notice - Facilities

The Team from Auckland Council

We are taking a cautious approach to opening our facilities this morning and will open them when and where we safely can. This may mean delayed openings for some and closures for others.

Please check individual facilities for further details such as:
www.aucklandleisure.co.nz...
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We are taking a cautious approach to opening our facilities this morning and will open them when and where we safely can. This may mean delayed openings for some and closures for others.

Please check individual facilities for further details such as:
www.aucklandleisure.co.nz...
www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz......

Keep an eye on the Auckland Emergency Management website for the latest updates on the storm:
bit.ly...

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652 days ago

A Morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield

Miriam Corban Retirement Village

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include … View more
Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include being based at the World Health Organization in Geneva, working on non-communicable disease prevention and control with a global focus.

Join us for a morning with Sir Bloomfield as he shares insight into his career and the challenges he faced during uncertain times.

Time: Wednesday 8 February, 10.30am
Location: Online.

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653 days ago

Disposing of storm-related waste

The Team from Auckland Council

To assist Aucklanders in disposing of debris and other storm-related waste on their properties and in the community, as quickly and efficiently as possible, we’ve compiled the following information and advice.

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653 days ago

Te Atatu Food Truck Friday - THIS Friday - February 3rd

Joseph from Te Atatu South

After a tough few days for many, Te Atatu Food Truck Fridays is back this Friday to hopefully bring some sunshine to Auckland. There will have a selection of Auckland’s best street food along with the Te Atatu repair cafe. Save the date at www.facebook.com....

February 3rd - 4:30pm to 8:30pm … View more
After a tough few days for many, Te Atatu Food Truck Fridays is back this Friday to hopefully bring some sunshine to Auckland. There will have a selection of Auckland’s best street food along with the Te Atatu repair cafe. Save the date at www.facebook.com....

February 3rd - 4:30pm to 8:30pm – Te Atatu South Community Centre.

The food trucks joining the night will be:

- Captain Kai Moana - will be serving up classic NZ kaimoana goodness like mouth-watering scallops in fry bread and the occasional scrumptious crayfish.
- Jo Bro’s Burgers – Classic burger perfection.
- The Langos Lady – The Hungarian fried bread masters.
- Texas Taco Trailer - Authentic tasty Tex-Mex tacos.
- The Flying Rib - Specialising in succulent ribs, wings and other things.
- Ice Cream social – Real fruit ice cream
- Victor and Vern - Serving your coffee, iced chocolate and homemade soda fix.

We will also have a free ReCreators creative workshop.

Come grab some tasty food and soak up the community vibes. Plenty of seating available or picnic in the park. Parking available on site. Walking or cycling up makes it even easier.

A great way to spend a Friday night.

653 days ago

What to expect from flood-damaged building inspections

The Team from Auckland Council

We are undertaking rapid building assessments across the region to determine whether a building is safe to occupy and whether it poses a safety risk to others.

Following an inspection, a building will receive either a white, yellow or red placard – or sticker. Find out what it means by … View more
We are undertaking rapid building assessments across the region to determine whether a building is safe to occupy and whether it poses a safety risk to others.

Following an inspection, a building will receive either a white, yellow or red placard – or sticker. Find out what it means by clicking on 'Read More'.

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654 days ago

Auckland Anniversary!

Christine Corcuera from Red Cross Shop Henderson

Join us to celebrate Auckland Anniversary this weekend with amazing deals on second hand goods!

433 Great North Road, Henderson
09 8351152

655 days ago

Storm event: 27 January 2023

The Team from Auckland Council

ℹ️ For everything you need to know about the severe weather and state of emergency, check:
🔵 AEM: bit.ly...
🔵 OurAuckland: bit.ly...
➡️ For all the latest updates, follow Auckland Emergency Management (www.facebook.com... and twitter.com...)
➡️ For updates on the mayor’s … View more
ℹ️ For everything you need to know about the severe weather and state of emergency, check:
🔵 AEM: bit.ly...
🔵 OurAuckland: bit.ly...
➡️ For all the latest updates, follow Auckland Emergency Management (www.facebook.com... and twitter.com...)
➡️ For updates on the mayor’s activities, follow twitter.com...
➡️ For interruptions to our services and facilities, check: bit.ly...
➡️ For the latest info about the severe weather impact on our roads and public transport, follow www.facebook.com..., twitter.com... and twitter.com... and check: bit.ly...
➡️ For the latest updates on the water and wastewater situation across Auckland, follow Watercare and check: bit.ly...

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