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Keen shoppers have planned to drive and fly from outside Auckland to be there when the doors open at the American superstore on Gunton Drive in Westgate, northwest Auckland.
The store will open at 8am tomorrow after bad weather and Covid delayed the opening day by more than a month.
On the Costco… View moreKeen shoppers have planned to drive and fly from outside Auckland to be there when the doors open at the American superstore on Gunton Drive in Westgate, northwest Auckland.
The store will open at 8am tomorrow after bad weather and Covid delayed the opening day by more than a month.
On the Costco NZ Fans Facebook page dozens of the nearly 80K members have said they have taken the day off work and some say they will camp overnight to beat the queue.
One woman said she was flying from the lower North Island to be there for opening day.
Some had birthdays on opening day and said shopping at Costco was a perfect celebration.
One had a store map and spreadsheet printed of the goods they wanted to check out.
Others said they would wait until the opening day excitement had died down before visiting the store.
Fan page co-creator and self-confessed Costco superfan Jen Davenport was meeting other administrators of the page for the first time on opening day.
"We will be there early and in the t-shirts we have just had printed," Davenport said.
"I have been to opening days before so I know how busy it will be - It is going to be controlled mayhem."
Davenport had heard of people camping out at other openings using the Costco trolleys to lie on.
"Have you seen the trolleys? They are huge so they are perfect for that," she said.
Those spoken to by the Herald said they were going to such an effort because of the different brands Costco was bringing to New Zealand.
They were also just excited to be doing something after two years of Covid restrictions.
Thousands of people are expected to visit the store during opening week with many arranging ride shares through social media pages.
Costco NZ is well prepared with 800 permanent carparks and an additional 500
temporary carparks leased for four weeks from nearby Wilson parking.
Plenty of staff would be on hand to show customers around the store. Costco NZ had employed more than 300 people for the large warehouse - including three dozen previously unemployed locals.
Electronic signs had been placed on the Northwestern Motorway exits near the store to warn of traffic delays.
But the official Traffic Management Plan was not ready to be shared with the media after an amendment according to Auckland Transport.
"What we can tell you now is that the TMP was designed by Parallaxx and is then approved by ASM and AT - in consultation with NZ Police," an AT spokeswoman said.
"Advertisements were placed in the Herald by Costco as well as across social media to notify people of the likely impacts. Costco also worked with local businesses, the local board, and local business associations."
A mini–Incident Management Team will be on-hand tomorrow, which will be led by Auckland Transport to oversee the opening in real-time and adjust things on the network as needed.
The owner of nearby Mitre 10 said he was expecting a busy day but understood Costco NZ was well prepared with comprehensive traffic management and a parking plan.
Dave Hargreaves said his relationship with Costco NZ in the past 18 months had been positive with plenty of updates and information.
"They have plenty of parking and have leased 500 more spots so will have 1300 parks for the next four weeks.
"We are expecting the traffic to be busy but our staff have their own car parks so that won't be an issue."
In an Instagram post, Costco NZ said a temporary traffic system would allow traffic to flow one-way into Gunton Drive where there would be access to overflow parking.
Exit would be one-way via Kakano Rd or Northside Drive.
Mitre 10 and other retailers near Costco had put up extra signs to let shoppers know which carparks were for their customers only.
Hargreaves was looking forward to a positive ongoing relationship with the superstore.
He believed the businesses were complementary rather than in competition.
"We are happy to have Costco as a neighbour and you will definitely see some orange shirts shopping in there," he said.
"Our staff will go there for lunch sometimes and I have a card so will be shopping there."
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Hands up who wants a big sale on childrens clothes and toys. Pop on in and see what available. This sale during school holidays only.
New designer clothes in store , first in best dresses.
See you in store at 433 great north road Henderson
09835 1152
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Love crafts? You're invited to our great little market in the fabulous Main Hall, Te Atatu Community Centre, 595 Te Atatu Road, Te Atatu Peninsula. Discover a stunning array of the very best in local creative talent. Almost each month we present to you an everchanging smorgasbord of the … View moreLove crafts? You're invited to our great little market in the fabulous Main Hall, Te Atatu Community Centre, 595 Te Atatu Road, Te Atatu Peninsula. Discover a stunning array of the very best in local creative talent. Almost each month we present to you an everchanging smorgasbord of the very best in unique creativity.
You'll find:
- Handpoured soy candles
- Knitted and crocheted items
- Stunning handcrafts
- Wooden handicrafts
- Handmade natural soap
- Fashion jewellery
- Indoor plants
- Children's toys and clothes, and so much more
Parking is available off Pringle Road. We're moments from the NorthWestern Motorway and minutes from the Waterview Tunnel.
All of our crafters have a passion for what they do and they can't wait to meet you!
Enquiries - 0274 753 341
Te Atatu Peninsula Artisan & Handmade Market - Main Hall, 595 Te Atatu Road, Te Atatu Peninsula
Te Atatu Food Truck Fridays is back THIS Friday’s (October 7th). There will be a selection of Auckland’s best street food, music and entertainment. Save the date at www.facebook.com....
October 7th – 4:30pm – 8:30pm – Te Atatu South Community Centre.
The food trucks joining us on … View moreTe Atatu Food Truck Fridays is back THIS Friday’s (October 7th). There will be a selection of Auckland’s best street food, music and entertainment. Save the date at www.facebook.com....
October 7th – 4:30pm – 8:30pm – Te Atatu South Community Centre.
The food trucks joining us on the night will be:
- Nom Nom – South East Asian inspired rice bowls brimming with flavour
- Manila Eats – Primo Pinoy inspired gourmet rolls and other tasty treats
- El Patron – Artisan Chorizos - Chilean artisan chorizos.
- Mama Yoya's - Everyone's favourite authentic Mexican cuisine queen
- The Langos Lady - Hungarian Fried Bread with sweet and savoury toppings
- Kookie Haus/ Doughnut Haus - Next level cookies and doughnuts
- Victor and Vern - Serving your coffee, hot chocolate and homemade soda fix.
On the entertainment menu there will be music, free face painting, free ReCreators children craft workshop and a live African drumming performance. The night will also feature Te Atatu’s free repair café in the community centre. Bring along your household items to be fixed for free (koha/ donation appreciated). Neighbours at 249 Edmonton Road will also be having their art gallery exhibition opening night.
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.
My wife Cherie and I have lived in Henderson Massey for 23 years, raising our four Kiwi-Indian kids. Talking to locals and business owners, I know that safety is a key concern.
I will ensure more funding is allocated to local safety initiatives.
I am campaigning to protect our green spaces,… View moreMy wife Cherie and I have lived in Henderson Massey for 23 years, raising our four Kiwi-Indian kids. Talking to locals and business owners, I know that safety is a key concern.
I will ensure more funding is allocated to local safety initiatives.
I am campaigning to protect our green spaces, including planting more trees, cleaning up shared spaces and stopping the sell-off of our parks.
We urgently need to prepare for more people in our area which means upgrading Waitakere Hospital and building new community facilities like a swimming pool complex in Massey. My career is in management and finance and my passion is serving the community.
I have been involved with local organisations for over 25 years including being the current President of Waitakere Indian Association, panel member for Te Manawa Active Aotearoa Fund for Sport Waitakere, the Community Organisation Grants Scheme, Community Patrol and Neighbourhood Support Waitakere and as a community board member on various other organisations.
I want Henderson Massey to thrive.
Vote Sunil Kaushal – vocal for local.
Facebook: facebook.com/sunilkaushalnz
Website: https://www.sunilkaushal.nz/
Join the party this Easter in Marlborough! We're celebrating 20 years of spectacular flying, magical moments of shows past and magnificent machines both in the air and on the ground.
Book now and go into the draw to win a flight in a vintage biplane!
Kia ora Tāmaki Makaurau. Saturday is International Observe the Moon Night and to mark the occasion, a historic telescope used during some of the first human missions to the moon will be open to the public at Auckland's Stardome Observatory and Planetarium (670 Manukau Road, Epsom).
The EWB… View moreKia ora Tāmaki Makaurau. Saturday is International Observe the Moon Night and to mark the occasion, a historic telescope used during some of the first human missions to the moon will be open to the public at Auckland's Stardome Observatory and Planetarium (670 Manukau Road, Epsom).
The EWB Zeiss telescope was used to manually track Apollo missions when Houston didn't have radio contact with its spacecraft and astronauts.
The public are invited to use the telescope to view the moon on Saturday until 10.30pm at the stardome at 670 Manukau Road, Epsom.
“It will be five days after the new moon, so looking up from the Southern Hemisphere, we will easily be able locate the various maria, or seas, on the eastern half of the near-side of the moon. These are the Sea of Serenity, Sea of Tranquillity, Sea of Crises, Sea of Fecundity, and Sea of Nectar,” Stardome telescope operator Daley Panthagani said.
Entry costs $2 per adult and $1 per child. The Stardome will also be putting on educational shows about the moon for additional fees. For more info visit www.stardome.org.nz...
The Cutest Pet Competition is back by popular demand! Show off your furry friend this October to see if you’ve got the cutest pet in the country. This year’s competition is sponsored by Wishbone, giving you the chance to win your share of $10,000 worth of pet food.
From 26 September, … View moreThe Cutest Pet Competition is back by popular demand! Show off your furry friend this October to see if you’ve got the cutest pet in the country. This year’s competition is sponsored by Wishbone, giving you the chance to win your share of $10,000 worth of pet food.
From 26 September, purchase a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, find our promo ad, and follow the link to submit a photo of your pet online. If your pet is selected, they’ll feature in our promotional adverts across all Stuff newspapers for a day, plus you will receive $50 worth of Wishbone pet food so you can spoil them rotten. For more information on the prizes and to view the T&Cs, click here!
The team at Stunday Star-Times
Dear neighbours, in the October issue of NZ Gardener, you'll see the five finalists for our 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year competition. They've all done amazing things for their communities. You can read about their wonderful work here, and then vote for your favourite.
Calling all rugby fans! We've got 100 tickets to give away to the Auckland vs Taranaki game at Eden Park on Saturday 1st October!
Head into our BRAND NEW STORE on Great North Road, Glen Eden and get 2 free tickets with any standard size cake purchase. Book online or grab something from the … View moreCalling all rugby fans! We've got 100 tickets to give away to the Auckland vs Taranaki game at Eden Park on Saturday 1st October!
Head into our BRAND NEW STORE on Great North Road, Glen Eden and get 2 free tickets with any standard size cake purchase. Book online or grab something from the cabinet, and we’ll have 2 tickets with your name on it!
T&Cs apply: Tickets only available from the Glen Eden store. Two tickets per Standard Size Cake purchase and available while tickets last.
Rodney's Table Tennis School Holiday Programme (New Lynn):
Tuesday 4th of October to Friday 7th October and the following week Tuesday 11th October to Friday 14th October.
Table tennis coaching, fun games learning basic strokes, play games, and daily prizes.
… View moreRodney's Table Tennis School Holiday Programme (New Lynn):
Tuesday 4th of October to Friday 7th October and the following week Tuesday 11th October to Friday 14th October.
Table tennis coaching, fun games learning basic strokes, play games, and daily prizes.
3 hours of table tennis for $20.00 per day: you can choose 1 day, or more, or all.
Other times $5 per person to hire a table.
Phone Rodney on 021 027 38996 to make a booking.
Email: rodneysttshop@outlook.com
rodneystabletennis.co.nz...
Six of our NZQA Diploma Cookery students signed up for the New Zealand Hospitality Championships – previously known as the Culinary Fare run by the New Zealand Chefs Association at the recent Hospitality Hui held on on September 19, 2022.
Planning took place over the previous six weeks where … View moreSix of our NZQA Diploma Cookery students signed up for the New Zealand Hospitality Championships – previously known as the Culinary Fare run by the New Zealand Chefs Association at the recent Hospitality Hui held on on September 19, 2022.
Planning took place over the previous six weeks where the students formulated their dish concepts. Practical cooking sessions enabled them to test and try out their culinary ideas and refine their dishes.
These efforts were boosted by the reflections of our Head Chef Finn Gybel and his stories of when he had competed in Denmark nearly 20 years ago. Back then, our Chef Finn was sous chef to René Redzepi, now rated as one of the great chefs of the world.
As a result, we won 1 Gold, 2 Silver and 2 Bronze medals.
Why should you vote in the local body elections? Based on the low voter turnouts most people don’t care much about local government elections but these elections have more to do with people’s everyday lives than central government elections. They cover our footpaths, local roads and parks which… View moreWhy should you vote in the local body elections? Based on the low voter turnouts most people don’t care much about local government elections but these elections have more to do with people’s everyday lives than central government elections. They cover our footpaths, local roads and parks which you interact with more on a daily basis.
I can understand peoples lack of interest. It is time consuming to find out information on candidates and some people find the complexity of all the roles and votes too much. It’s not like central government where information is in the news daily. Due to these difficulties, most voters resort to voting based on the political “colours’ they know, old names they recognize or not voting at all.
Hopefully people take the time to find out about the candidates, where they live, how long they have lived there and what they actually stand for.
Good sites to check out about candidates are their Facebook pages or:
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
Or
policy.nz...
This website covers understanding how council works :
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
Voting is open until Saturday October 8th midday. Free postal votes need to be sent by next Monday October 3rd or you can drop them off at dropped off at libraries, some train stations, Countdown supermarkets or council service centres. If you haven’t received your voting papers you can call 0800 367656.
Stainless steel table
measure 120cm (Length) x 40cm (width) x 80cm height,
Brand new costs 159$ in Chinese shops and well 200$ + in Nz shops…selling this for 100$ ..
as it’s used hardly
Selling on behalf
Reason for selling moving overseas
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