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A photograph capturing the staff at the Auckland Star in the 1960s has been discovered and restored.
Tony Lawson, 85, received the photograph from his friend Don Armitage, whose father Jack is pictured in the photograph.
“The photo came to me in a very poor condition,” he said.
… View moreA photograph capturing the staff at the Auckland Star in the 1960s has been discovered and restored.
Tony Lawson, 85, received the photograph from his friend Don Armitage, whose father Jack is pictured in the photograph.
“The photo came to me in a very poor condition,” he said.
“However, my youngest daughter's close friend who is a graphic artist has done a few hours work on this and has come up with an amazing improvement.”
Lawson started working for the Auckland Star in 1964.
“In those days it was hot metal, as they called it, a line of type writers going like the clappers,” he said.
“The noise was something, it’s a wonder we’re all not stone bloody deaf. It was 1976 they were all gearing up to go into the computers.”
He estimates the photograph was taken in the 1960s.
Do you recognise anyone from this historic image?
Join this supportive & fun online community, for local help to successfully grow your own vegies.
Yates are growing an online community of gardeners, and it’s free to join! Whether you’re just getting started, or an old hand – we can all do with help & support on the journey of … View moreJoin this supportive & fun online community, for local help to successfully grow your own vegies.
Yates are growing an online community of gardeners, and it’s free to join! Whether you’re just getting started, or an old hand – we can all do with help & support on the journey of growing our own food.
Yates expert Sarah O’Neil will be on hand to help with problems too. Plus there are over $4000 worth of prizes up for grabs!
The equine world will be rearing to attend postponed equine festival Equifest, 4 – 6 February 2022. Join us for a celebration of Education, Competition, Shopping and Nightshows.
With more than 140 educational sessions, where else can you learn about all your favourite disciplines in one … View moreThe equine world will be rearing to attend postponed equine festival Equifest, 4 – 6 February 2022. Join us for a celebration of Education, Competition, Shopping and Nightshows.
With more than 140 educational sessions, where else can you learn about all your favourite disciplines in one weekend?
So what are you waiting for? Grab your tickets and get ready to celebrate everything we love about horses!
Running along the coastline, shielded from the Waitemata by Tamaki Drive, lies the Hobson Bay Walkway. This urban adventure can be joined at a number of access points; from Shore Road and also via flights of steps that lead down to the bay from a series of Parnell streets. Some parts of the walkway… View moreRunning along the coastline, shielded from the Waitemata by Tamaki Drive, lies the Hobson Bay Walkway. This urban adventure can be joined at a number of access points; from Shore Road and also via flights of steps that lead down to the bay from a series of Parnell streets. Some parts of the walkway are tidal and require manoeuvring over sand and stones, silty mud or under low hanging bows of pōhutukawa. Other parts are approached over a series of formed paths and built-up wooden boardwalks.
I have been fortunate, through this extended lockdown, to have time to observe the walkway in more detail and am captivated by this natural world at our doorstep.
Taika Waititi, Suzy Cato and the Briscoes Lady are just some of the famous faces who will appear on the Super Saturday Vaxathon this weekend, which will feature live crosses from around Aotearoa and offer a huge range of prizes for those getting vaccinated and watching at home. With an aim to help … View moreTaika Waititi, Suzy Cato and the Briscoes Lady are just some of the famous faces who will appear on the Super Saturday Vaxathon this weekend, which will feature live crosses from around Aotearoa and offer a huge range of prizes for those getting vaccinated and watching at home. With an aim to help boost the country's COVID-19 vaccination numbers, the Vaxathon will take place at 12pm on October 16, streaming live on Three, Māori television, TV2, Hahana and Channel 200. There will be prizes to be won from NZ businesses like Mitre 10, Contiki, ASB, Vodafone, The Warehouse, ANZ, Rhythm and Vines, Countdown, with many more signing on by the hour. Here's everything you need to know about the who, what, where and why of the Vaxathon:
What's the purpose of the Vaxathon?
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Getting people vaccinated
Helping people to help their friends and whānau get vaccinated
And celebrating the regions with the biggest change in vaccination numbers
The Vaxathon will showcase what everyone is doing to overcome COVID-19 and celebrate the places with the biggest shifts in vaccine numbers.
What's cool about the Vaxathon?
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Content created by and for Māori and Pasifika
There is a strong focus on positive vaccination stories
There will be live performances by local talent across the motu
The broadcast will cross live to a number of locations across Aotearoa throughout the day including Ōtara, Manurewa, Rotorua, Porirua, Ōtautahi and Te Whanganui-a-Tara.
What prizes are up for grabs during the Vaxathon?
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NZ businesses have been beyond generous in donating prizes for the Vaxathon
There will be opportunities for everyone getting vaccinated to win prizes
The prizes aren't just for those getting vaccinated, there will be giveaways online as well for those watching from home
There will be prizes from The Warehouse, Placemakers, BurgerFuel, R&V, The Travel Corporation (Contiki), Foodstuffs, Vodafone, Precinct Properties, Aesop, Mitre 10, Weta Workshops, ASB, ANZ, Rod Drury, Contact Energy, Countdown, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Goodman Property, Jarden, Kiwibank, Meridian, Fulton Hogan, and Christchurch Airport with more being confirmed every hour.
Who is appearing on the Vaxathon?
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Patrick Gower and Sonny Ngatai will be live presenting from Te Whanganui-a-Tara with more of Aotearoa's talent coming to you live from other regions around the motu.
There will also be appearances from Taika Waititi, Louis Baker, Dr Ashley, The All Blacks, Black Ferns, TJ Perenara, Hollie Smith, Lucy Lawless, Madeleine Sami, Toni Street, Suzy Cato, Megan Alatini, Ana Corbett, the Shortland Street Cast, Tammy Wells (The Briscoes Lady), Shannon Paku and plenty more.
Stay tuned on Saturday to find out who the rest are!
How can I watch the Vaxathon?
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On Saturday the Vaxathon will be streaming live on Three, Māori television, TV2, Hahana and Channel 200 from 12pm
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Kia ora neighbours, Waiheke's local board are making a bid for freedom, saying the island should join the rest of the country at level 2, with a border to keep city-dwellers out. What do you make of the suggestion?
Bricks 50c each
Selling in lots of 100 = $50 for 100 bricks
For larger amounts happy to negotiate a 'better deal' :-)
CONTACTLESS PICKUP
easy turning space for a trailer (no backing required), drive in one driveway and out another.
Some are stacked and others are in the ground. Can … View moreBricks 50c each
Selling in lots of 100 = $50 for 100 bricks
For larger amounts happy to negotiate a 'better deal' :-)
CONTACTLESS PICKUP
easy turning space for a trailer (no backing required), drive in one driveway and out another.
Some are stacked and others are in the ground. Can be easily removed with a spade and will be set aside for drive thru pickup (you need to load).
Text me with amount required and when you want to pickup. 021 025 88848
Cash payment on pickup only.
GONE PENDING PICKUP
Good solid desk, surplus to requirements.
All long drawers open and close easily
Solid and firm, stands straight, really well made etc
Marks, scratches can be sanded out.
No keys for locks - so consider them ornamental decorations :-)
Has orignal 1940's office … View moreGONE PENDING PICKUP
Good solid desk, surplus to requirements.
All long drawers open and close easily
Solid and firm, stands straight, really well made etc
Marks, scratches can be sanded out.
No keys for locks - so consider them ornamental decorations :-)
Has orignal 1940's office details stamped on front for historical factor.
137cm WIDE
73cm DEEP
77cm HIGH
CONTACTLESS COLLECTION from Westmere only. Roadside collection.
text to 021 025 88848 for address details
This matching pairs memory game painted in Resene colours is great for brain-training, fun to paint and play and would make a fabulous gift.
Find out how to create your own.
Our homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.
Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to “expect climate risks to raise global … View moreOur homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.
Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to “expect climate risks to raise global property premiums by 33-41% between 2020 and 2040”. The potential increase was deemed a direct consequence of our changing climate.
Our Climate Insights property report provides easily understood information on change to risks for your current or a future property. The report includes robust and actionable information for residential property owners, tenants and investors to enhance their property’s climate resilience.
Kia ora neighbours. The Covid-19 Vaccination Healthline is a free service for anyone who has questions about the Covid-19 vaccine or who needs help booking theirs.
Andrew Slater, chief executive of Whakarongorau Aotearoa, which runs Healthline, said the advice given is in line with the latest … View moreKia ora neighbours. The Covid-19 Vaccination Healthline is a free service for anyone who has questions about the Covid-19 vaccine or who needs help booking theirs.
Andrew Slater, chief executive of Whakarongorau Aotearoa, which runs Healthline, said the advice given is in line with the latest guidelines from the Ministry of Health and Immunisation Advisory Centre, and is supported by a clinical governance group.
Slater urged people not to sit on questions stopping them from getting vaccinated, adding that the service is presented with all kinds of curly questions.
“Ask us anything. We won’t judge. You can be anonymous when you call.”
Click 'read more' for the top 10 questions people are asking Healthline, answered by clinical director Dr Ruth Large and other experts spoken to by Stuff.
Get in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!
… View moreGet in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!
Share your business shout-out now.
A long shot, but looking for a suitably qualified builder who might be between jobs, for some exterior work for our home in Pt Chev. Prefer a fairly immediate start. About 2- 3 weeks work initially. Would be distanced from owners in level 3. Please private message me. Many thanks.
Join the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes … View moreJoin the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes place around the world to remind people of the right action to take during an earthquake:
DROP - down on your hands and knees. This protects you from falling but lets you move if you need to.
COVER - your head and neck (or entire body if possible) under a sturdy table or desk (if it is within a few steps of you). If there is no shelter nearby, cover your head and neck with your arms and hands.
HOLD - on to your shelter (or your position to protect your head and neck) until the shaking stops. If the shaking shifts your shelter around, move with it.
Head to www.shakeout.govt.nz... to sign up today and get involved!
Kia ora koutou,
We hope everyone is coping well as can be and wish to express our best wishes to you all during this challenging time.
Some good news!
Cervical and Breast Screening mobile clinics are available at Avondale Community Centre (99 Rosebank Road, Avondale) on 13,14, 20 and 21 October … View moreKia ora koutou,
We hope everyone is coping well as can be and wish to express our best wishes to you all during this challenging time.
Some good news!
Cervical and Breast Screening mobile clinics are available at Avondale Community Centre (99 Rosebank Road, Avondale) on 13,14, 20 and 21 October 2021 from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm.
Our cervical screening clinic is operating 4 days per week at level 3. These are Monday to Wednesday 8.00 am to 5.00 pm and Saturday’s from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm.
You will find us at 14 / 49 Sainsbury Road, St Lukes Business Park, Mt Albert.
Please call us to look up your cervical screening details and or arrange an appointment 09 8467886/0212722786. We wish to ensure that we have strict protocols in place to keep you safe while you are in our care. If you have any questions, please call us.
Kia haumaru!
Be Safe!
The Team at Well Women & Family
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