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Poll: Have you had your flu jab yet?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

So many doses of influenza vaccine have been given out this year that nationwide stocks are about to run out, just a week into the flu season.

To ensure those most in need can get the vaccine, the ministry is asking GPs and pharmacists to closely manage their stock levels and only vaccinate those … View moreSo many doses of influenza vaccine have been given out this year that nationwide stocks are about to run out, just a week into the flu season.

To ensure those most in need can get the vaccine, the ministry is asking GPs and pharmacists to closely manage their stock levels and only vaccinate those who are eligible for publicly funded vaccines.

To read more, click here.

Have you had your flu jab yet?

• Yes!
• Not yet.
• No, and I don't plan to.

Vote View Results

• 56.9% Yes!
  56.9% Complete
• 11.2% Not yet.
  11.2% Complete
• 32% No, and I don't plan to.
  32% Complete

2582 votes

Will you use the fare free public transport this month ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Western Leader

Hi Neighbours, if you fancy some free tripping around, mark Sunday June 23 in your calendar. Auckland Transport is making that day fare-free to mark 100 million trips being taken inside a year. Will you ride ?

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Add a pop of colour to dinner time

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Herringbone is a look that will never go out of trend.

Apply the pattern to create these stylish placemats with Resene testpots, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out … View moreHerringbone is a look that will never go out of trend.

Apply the pattern to create these stylish placemats with Resene testpots, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

Add a pop of colour to dinner time

The Team from Resene ColorShop Henderson

Herringbone is a look that will never go out of trend.

Apply the pattern to create these stylish placemats with Resene testpots, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out … View moreHerringbone is a look that will never go out of trend.

Apply the pattern to create these stylish placemats with Resene testpots, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

Celebrate Matariki and Auckland's thriving Māori identity!

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Hey Westies, did you know that 25% of all New Zealanders who identify as Māori, live in Auckland. Celebrate Matariki and the Māori new year by exploring and participating in Tāmaki Makaurau's unique Māori identity. Discover how local art projects, urban design and this year's … View moreHey Westies, did you know that 25% of all New Zealanders who identify as Māori, live in Auckland. Celebrate Matariki and the Māori new year by exploring and participating in Tāmaki Makaurau's unique Māori identity. Discover how local art projects, urban design and this year's Matariki Festival are shaping and reflecting your community. Celebrate Matariki

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3 seater couch and large comfy armchair.

Sparky from Massey

Good condition. Still alot of use left in it. Too good to throw out. We have bought a new lounge suite.

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Dog owner hospitalised after being kicked in the face, left unconscious in assault

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Western Leader

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Closed tracks in Waitākere Ranges Regional Park to reopen over next five years

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Western Leader

More than 35 tracks through kauri forests in the Waitākere Ranges are to be upgraded and reopened ov…

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Poll: Are some kids playing too much sport these days?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC data suggests that an increasing number of kids are injuring themselves on the sports field, with a 60% surge in sports-related injuries for kids aged 10 to 14 over the past decade.

Are some kids playing too much sport these days?

• Yes, and they’re getting burnt out
• Unsure, every kid is different and it depends
• No, it’s more important kids are active

Vote View Results

• 18.2% Yes, and they’re getting burnt out
  18.2% Complete
• 32.5% Unsure, every kid is different and it depends
  32.5% Complete
• 49.3% No, it’s more important kids are active
  49.3% Complete

1219 votes

Ten new measles cases brings Auckland's total to 93

Hannah Martin Reporter from Western Leader

Track work plan for Waitākere Ranges confirmed

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Council has confirmed the tracks in Waitākere Ranges Regional Park that will be upgraded and reopened over the next five years.

No charges laid yet for alleged bomb threat incident at Whenuapai Airbase

Torika Tokalau Reporter from Western Leader

The hunt is on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this month's magazine, we've got a special competition. We're looking for a houseplant hero! We're already seeing some amazing early bird entries, but perhaps your collection is even better? Let's see! Click through to find out how to enter.