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1275 days ago

Poll: Should Waka Kotahi NZTA allow a cycle lane trial over the Auckland Harbour Bridge?

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora koutou. Two lanes on the Auckland Harbour Bridge were closed for a period on Sunday, as cyclists took over two northbound lanes.

The rally was organised by Bike Auckland, which is calling for Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency to allocate one of the structure’s eight lanes to cyclists for … View more
Kia ora koutou. Two lanes on the Auckland Harbour Bridge were closed for a period on Sunday, as cyclists took over two northbound lanes.

The rally was organised by Bike Auckland, which is calling for Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency to allocate one of the structure’s eight lanes to cyclists for three months over summer, when traffic is at its quietest.

Bike Auckland chairwoman Barb Cuthbert​ said securing a way across the Waitematā Harbour for cyclists was “the most important cycling issue in Auckland”.

But NZTA spokesman Brett Gliddon said making traffic lanes on the Harbour Bridge available to cyclists in the short term was “not as simple as some advocates imply”.

“The bridge was not designed for a walking and cycling function, and there are true and genuine safety and wider network issues that need to be worked through and balanced,” he said.

What do you think: Should Waka Kotahi NZTA allow a cycle lane trial over the Auckland Harbour Bridge? Vote in the poll below or share your thoughts in the comments.

Read more here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should Waka Kotahi NZTA allow a cycle lane trial over the Auckland Harbour Bridge?
  • 17.2% Yes - The NZTA should at least allow a cyclist trial to see what happens
    17.2% Complete
  • 9% Yes - North Shore residents have waited long enough for a cyclist crossing
    9% Complete
  • 43.1% No - Giving a lane to cyclists will cause more traffic jams
    43.1% Complete
  • 30.7% No - It would be unsafe for cyclists and motorists
    30.7% Complete
355 votes
1272 days ago
1272 days ago

Don’t miss your collection

The Team from Auckland Council

Queen’s Birthday is just around the corner. All council kerbside collections will be collected a day later. All collections will return to normal from 14 June 2021.

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1273 days ago

It's over to you

The Team from Homed

How's retirement treating you? Maybe you're in the midst of planning your retirement but haven't quite settled on your forever home yet.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! The Homed team is giving you the opportunity to show us the home you've retired to and … View more
How's retirement treating you? Maybe you're in the midst of planning your retirement but haven't quite settled on your forever home yet.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! The Homed team is giving you the opportunity to show us the home you've retired to and tell us why you love it. If you haven't quite left your career behind and you're planning your retirement we want to hear about it on Stuff Nation.

Remember - this doesn't have to be a one off. You can ask your neighbours for business recommendations for DIY products, advice on home improvement or even to invite your neighbours over for a house warming when your forever home is completed.

To share your thoughts and photos with Stuff head to the Stuff Nation page, we prefer submissions between 350-800 words; otherwise email homed@stuff.co.nz.

Remember to send through lots of photos.

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1273 days ago

TESOL: Certificate to become an English Teacher

David from Forrest Hill

21st July 2021!!

TESOL Course is coming for you!!

Anyone wants to become an English Teacher for the speakers of other language!!

TESOL is the best Qualification for You!!
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21st July 2021!!

TESOL Course is coming for you!!

Anyone wants to become an English Teacher for the speakers of other language!!

TESOL is the best Qualification for You!!

6 weeks and reasonable price!!!

Please call us now!!

We only have 8 spots available!!:)

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1274 days ago

What's your coming weekend looking like?

Jay from Beds4U Glenfield

We love a "hot cup of coffee, a book, and curled up in a comfy bed" kinda feel!

We are looking forward to the weekend!

What about you? Comment below what your weekend is looking like?

#colddays #snuggleup #warmandcomfy #weekendsoon

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1274 days ago

SUSTAINABLE SHOPPING

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

Pop into your Red Cross Shop at 18 Link Drive, Wairau Park and see what we’ve got for you, our range is anything but boring!

Enjoy your sustainable shopping!

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1274 days ago

BLAKE CORNER 7 PIECES SUITE for SALE

Andy from Sunnynook

7 pieces blake corner chocolate color suite for sale.
3 x 1 seater incliner sofa unit. H=95 W=95 D=85 (each)
2 x 1 seater sofa unit. H=95 W=60 D=85 (each)
2 x drink console unit. H=95 W=30 D=85 (each)
1x corner unit. H=95 W=110x110 D=85
The sofa … View more
7 pieces blake corner chocolate color suite for sale.
3 x 1 seater incliner sofa unit. H=95 W=95 D=85 (each)
2 x 1 seater sofa unit. H=95 W=60 D=85 (each)
2 x drink console unit. H=95 W=30 D=85 (each)
1x corner unit. H=95 W=110x110 D=85
The sofa is made of fake leather. Chocolate color. Only 4 years old. As you can see on the pics it has some wears. Otherwise is in very good, clean, solid and healthy condition. Smoke free home.
We already bought a new one and waiting to be delivered soon.
I will consider all offers.
Any questions please ask.
Buyer must collect.

Price: $250

1274 days ago

On site trolleys

Suzanne from Glenfield

Helping to make you move in easier, trolleys can be found in all loading bays.

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1283 days ago

How will your neighbourhood be affected by council's revaluation?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Auckland Council is winding up the citywide revaluation of all properties, as a basis for carving up next year's rate's pie. Analysis for Stuff shows cheaper suburbs, especially the south may face higher than average rate rises in July 2022. How will you fare?

1293 days ago

Covid-19: MP slams anti-vax group for leaflet drop in week vaccine clinic opens

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Northcote MP Shanan Halbert has slammed an anti-vaccination group for delivering its discredited leaflets the same week the area’s vaccination clinic opened.

The Voices for Freedom leaflet, delivered in the Northcote and Birkenhead areas on the North Shore, included eight points that cast doubt … View more
Northcote MP Shanan Halbert has slammed an anti-vaccination group for delivering its discredited leaflets the same week the area’s vaccination clinic opened.

The Voices for Freedom leaflet, delivered in the Northcote and Birkenhead areas on the North Shore, included eight points that cast doubt on the safety or efficacy of the vaccine.

Auckland University vaccinologist and associate professor Helen Petousis-Harris recently discredited the leaflet.

Halbert said he got five complaints from locals who had received the leaflet in their mailboxes this week.

“It’s disappointing people are actively trying to spread misinformation around our community and prey on people who are vaccination hesitant already.”

He believed the leaflet had been designed to scaremonger locals and delivered to align with the opening of the North Shore’s first vaccination clinic in the Highbury Shopping Centre on Monday.

“This is a direct action on their behalf to undermine our local vaccine centre and to stop our local people from going in and being immunised.”

Click 'read more' for our full story.
(In the attached video, Auckland University research fellow Kate Hannah tells you what to look for to identify misinformation about the Covid-19 virus and vaccine.)

1275 days ago

Nominations for the Women of Influence 2021 Awards are now open

The Team from Women of Influence

The Women of Influence programme is back! Nominations are now open for the 2021 Awards.

The Women of Influence programme celebrates the incredible wāhine of Aotearoa, so shine a light on the passionate Kiwi women who are creating a real impact in your community and nominate them now.

We’re … View more
The Women of Influence programme is back! Nominations are now open for the 2021 Awards.

The Women of Influence programme celebrates the incredible wāhine of Aotearoa, so shine a light on the passionate Kiwi women who are creating a real impact in your community and nominate them now.

We’re pleased to bring you two new awards categories this year: Environment and Primary Industries. You can also nominate the inspirational women in your life in the Arts & Culture; Board & Management; Business Enterprise; Community Hero; Diversity; Innovation, Science & Health; Public Policy and Young Leader categories.

Nominate here: www.womenofinfluence.co.nz...

Thank you to this year’s illustrator Tess Costil for her inspiring artwork.
#womenofinfluence

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1275 days ago

TESOL: Certificate to become an English Teacher

David from Forrest Hill

NZQA 1 Approved!!

TESOL: Teaching English to the Speakers of Other Language

6 weeks course from JULY 2021.

Please Apply Now!

Only Available 8 future English Teachers!!

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1281 days ago

Petition to sign to ask Auckland Council to rethink the rates increases

Kate from Glenfield

Hi all,

I have started a petition to ask Auckland Council to rethink the rates increases. They are very high and are going to ultimately disadvantage our city economically, and have the potential to add to poverty for our most vulnerable.

To make this happen we are going to need every single … View more
Hi all,

I have started a petition to ask Auckland Council to rethink the rates increases. They are very high and are going to ultimately disadvantage our city economically, and have the potential to add to poverty for our most vulnerable.

To make this happen we are going to need every single possible signature and share to gather a large enough voice to be heard.

Would love you support, please sign and share. Let's make our voice heard and challenge our council to make decisions that are better for our community.

chng.it...

Thanks
Kate

1288 days ago

Psychics called in to help find missing dog

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Tēnā koutou. An Auckland dog owner is consulting with psychic mediums in the hopes of getting her pooch back alive.

Kohimarama resident Mary Trautvetter​ was house-sitting for friends in Castor Bay on the North Shore on April 14 when her dog, Rocky, was frightened by thunder and ran off.

The … View more
Tēnā koutou. An Auckland dog owner is consulting with psychic mediums in the hopes of getting her pooch back alive.

Kohimarama resident Mary Trautvetter​ was house-sitting for friends in Castor Bay on the North Shore on April 14 when her dog, Rocky, was frightened by thunder and ran off.

The little white maltese and lhasa apso cross has been lost ever since.

“I’m just in pieces,” Trautvetter said, adding that Rocky had helped her through some tough life events, including a mental breakdown and a divorce.

She has even consulted with psychic mediums in a desperate attempt for information. Red Beach-based psychic medium Kerry-Marie Callander​ told Stuff she believes it is possible someone has taken Rocky in.

The person might not be on social media or know that people are looking for the dog, she said, adding that perhaps mainstream media – like the local newspaper – might be the best way to reach them.

Click 'read more' for the full report. Please contact Mary Trautvetter at soinsvisage@gmail.com if you have any information regarding Rocky's whereabouts.

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