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Restrictions on trading over Easter have frustrated Auckland retailers desperate for business in the wake of four Covid-19 lockdowns.
Only shops selling certain goods can legally trade on Easter Sunday, and those breaching conditions can be fined up to $1000.
But Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says … View moreRestrictions on trading over Easter have frustrated Auckland retailers desperate for business in the wake of four Covid-19 lockdowns.
Only shops selling certain goods can legally trade on Easter Sunday, and those breaching conditions can be fined up to $1000.
But Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says critics have left it too late, as the process to change trading rules can take over a year.
Local government has had the power to rule on whether retailers can open on Easter Sunday since the National government passed the responsibility down in 2016.
Prior to this, only shops that sell necessities, such as dairies, service stations, and pharmacies, were given exemptions to trade.
Thirty-nine of the country’s 67 councils have created bylaws to date allowing retailers to open if they want, but Auckland, Wellington, and other major centres remain opposed.
Newmarket Business Association chief executive Mark Thomas said the restrictions are “ridiculous and out of date”.
“There are so many discrepancies in the law it seems a bit ludicrous,” he said.
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We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.
Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each … View moreHi neighbours,
We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.
Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each Monday evening at 7pm.
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The Habitat for Humanity ReStore charity shop in Henderson is now open 7 days a week for shopping and receiving donations! If you’re looking for a deal or would like to make a donation of pre-loved furniture, clothing or home appliances; come visit us today at 7 Dora Street.
To be in the … View moreThe Habitat for Humanity ReStore charity shop in Henderson is now open 7 days a week for shopping and receiving donations! If you’re looking for a deal or would like to make a donation of pre-loved furniture, clothing or home appliances; come visit us today at 7 Dora Street.
To be in the chance to win a $100 voucher to spend at the ReStore; check out our competition on Facebook here.
Our mission at Habitat is to provide local Kiwi families with strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter. You can make a difference today as every donation and sale at the ReStore charity shop goes towards supporting local Kiwi families in housing need.
Shelley Green
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Henderson – Manager
Transport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.
So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transport … View moreTransport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.
So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transport such as biking, scooting and walking when making trips under two kilometres.
That's why we've launched the ShopPack - a New Zealand-first backpack-style reusable shopping bag to let you keep your hands free on the move.
They are known more commonly as Naked Lady Lilies or their botanical name is Amaryllis Belladonna.
They are so beautiful and I have fallen in love with these lilies that I have seen over the last couple of years and was wondering does anyone have any spare bulbs of them or maybe you are wanting to … View moreThey are known more commonly as Naked Lady Lilies or their botanical name is Amaryllis Belladonna.
They are so beautiful and I have fallen in love with these lilies that I have seen over the last couple of years and was wondering does anyone have any spare bulbs of them or maybe you are wanting to remove them from your place?
Any colour would be great please as I know that they come in a few colours, but mainly pink or white.
I have included a couple of examples below of what they look like.
Thank you in advance😉😀
We wish to advise that the Pharmacy will be closed this Saturday for the Easter holiday and the rest of the Saturdays during April as David is not available to work those weekends we apologise for any inconvenience. We should be back for the May Saturdays. All other hours as normal. Enjoy your … View moreWe wish to advise that the Pharmacy will be closed this Saturday for the Easter holiday and the rest of the Saturdays during April as David is not available to work those weekends we apologise for any inconvenience. We should be back for the May Saturdays. All other hours as normal. Enjoy your holiday weekend
From Kwan, David and Marilynn
We have officially launched our new church campus in Westgate. Thank you to the West Auckland community for the massive support and welcome!
Our hope is that you can find a church to call home at LIFE West, where everyone belongs, is encouraged to believe and is given the opportunity to build … View moreWe have officially launched our new church campus in Westgate. Thank you to the West Auckland community for the massive support and welcome!
Our hope is that you can find a church to call home at LIFE West, where everyone belongs, is encouraged to believe and is given the opportunity to build genuine connection with God and with each other.
We invite you to join us every Sunday at 10am, located in the heart of Westgate at the Massey Leisure Centre.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Hi Neighbours – The team from Wee Jobs would like to introduce Wee Jobs to your community.
We all have small jobs and tasks that come up around the house, waiting for someone with the time and skills to do them. Wee Jobs provides attractively priced solutions with our team of competent staff … View moreHi Neighbours – The team from Wee Jobs would like to introduce Wee Jobs to your community.
We all have small jobs and tasks that come up around the house, waiting for someone with the time and skills to do them. Wee Jobs provides attractively priced solutions with our team of competent staff who are ready and eager to help you with those small tasks. With Wee Jobs, you know what you’re paying upfront and don’t get billed until the job is completed.
Wee Jobs offers a range of offerings from Light Bulb Replacements, Smoke Alarm Installations, to Kitset Assembly Services (and lots in between). If you can’t find what you are looking for, you can simply ‘request a special job’, and one of our friendly team members will get back to you with a competitive quote. Wee Jobs is brought to you by Wells, who has 35 years of experience and recognition delivering dependable services to New Zealand homes. Book your Wee Job now.
Offering printed duvet cover sets at a most reasonable price. The composition is 100% cotton woven fabric, not a cheap polyester knit fabric. Please refer to attached image/document for further information, and note that delivery is free to your home.
Garde Manger Assessment for our Diploma Level 5 chef who must create a cold platter featuring fish (that they have filleted) with one fillet smoked and transformed into a smoked fish mousse; the other fillet cured and presented as a crudo with pickled cucumber & radish.
Freshly baked Grissini … View moreGarde Manger Assessment for our Diploma Level 5 chef who must create a cold platter featuring fish (that they have filleted) with one fillet smoked and transformed into a smoked fish mousse; the other fillet cured and presented as a crudo with pickled cucumber & radish.
Freshly baked Grissini and a Petit Salad complement their presentation.
Be one of the first to see your city in a whole new light – Tāmaki Herenga Waka Stories of Auckland is now open at Auckland Museum.
With more than 60 stories, 500 objects and 25 films, the new galleries truly have something for everyone.
Two rescued sea turtles are heading back into the ocean after recovering from serious health issues at an Auckland aquarium.
The two turtles, Spock and Kibou, were released off Northland’s Tutukaka coast after a karakia on March 17.
Spock, a green sea turtle, was found on Muriwai beach in … View moreTwo rescued sea turtles are heading back into the ocean after recovering from serious health issues at an Auckland aquarium.
The two turtles, Spock and Kibou, were released off Northland’s Tutukaka coast after a karakia on March 17.
Spock, a green sea turtle, was found on Muriwai beach in September 2020 with serious injuries to digits on both her front flippers.
She was taken to Kelly Tarlton’s aquarium and made a full recovery after getting the digits amputated.
Kibou, a loggerhead turtle, was found stranded in October 2019, also on Muriwai beach.
He had a severe shoulder wound and lung infection.
Kibous received urgent care from Auckland Zoo’s vet hospital, including intensive care and antibiotic treatments.
He gained 13kg ahead of his release.
“I would love to say that all turtles are as lucky as Kibou and Spock but unfortunately that’s not the case as there are significant threats facing turtles in the wild,” Louise Greenshields from SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s said.
Turtles face danger from “human impacts” such as boat strikes, entanglement, plastic ingestion or habitat destruction.
Earlier this year, a protected black turtle died after a boat propeller lacerated its shell and punctured its lung.
Team Turtle urges people to report injured or stranded turtles to the DOC emergency hotline on 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468).
Water safety and swimming are key life skills everyone should learn, at any age. Auckland Council has nine swim schools across the region with affordable lessons. All our instructors are AUSTSWIM qualified.
With three beautiful harbours, more than 3000km of coastline and a few backyard swimming… View moreWater safety and swimming are key life skills everyone should learn, at any age. Auckland Council has nine swim schools across the region with affordable lessons. All our instructors are AUSTSWIM qualified.
With three beautiful harbours, more than 3000km of coastline and a few backyard swimming pools, Auckland is surrounded by water for you to swim, fish and play in. To enjoy everything Auckland has to offer, we need to know how to be safe and survive in and around water.
Make water safety a priority; find out more about swimming lessons at aucklandleisure.co.nz/activities/learn-to-swim. Our swim school at Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre is already full so make sure you get in quick!
Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your … View moreDon't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
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