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Update: the missing woman and her baby have been found. Read more here
Police have concerns for a missing newborn baby who is understood to have been was taken from a south Auckland hospital by his mother.
Officers are asking for help to locate the two-day-old boy, who was removed from … View moreUpdate: the missing woman and her baby have been found. Read more here
Police have concerns for a missing newborn baby who is understood to have been was taken from a south Auckland hospital by his mother.
Officers are asking for help to locate the two-day-old boy, who was removed from Middlemore Hospital but requires urgent medical assistance.
Detective Senior Sergeant Malcolm Hassall said the boy was believed to be with his mother, Dorothy Opetaia. He said the mum and baby were likely to be in the south Auckland area.
"I'm appealing for Dorothy or any family members to take the baby to any hospital straight away, delaying medical attention could cause him to become seriously ill."
Police have concerns for a missing newborn baby who is understood to have been was taken from a sout…
AWHI Healthy Homes Initiative is a free service for whaanau living in the Counties Manukau area that might be able to help you.
To find out if you are eligible, call 09 950 3326 or email referrals@awhi.co.nz
We have put together an Easter Care Package so you can be road trip ready this long weekend. This package is only available through our online store so make sure you get one before this special ends on the 27th of April! It’s just $99 for cars and $115 for SUV/4x4.
In Weymouth we have a Care and Protection Residence for up to 14 year olds in Weymouth Road (Whakatakpoki) which the Ministry of Children no longer needs because they have a change of policy in dealing with Care and Protection. The Ministry is trying to change the designation from Care and … View moreIn Weymouth we have a Care and Protection Residence for up to 14 year olds in Weymouth Road (Whakatakpoki) which the Ministry of Children no longer needs because they have a change of policy in dealing with Care and Protection. The Ministry is trying to change the designation from Care and Protection to a youth prison for up to 19 year olds and increasing the number of inmates by 50% in a densely populated area, with young families, schools and childcare facilities close by. Existing Youth Prisons are all sited away from densely populated residential areas. The Local Board are against it, our Local Auckland Councilors are against it, the residents association is against it. However OUR local MP for Manurewa LOUISA WALL has stated she is 100% in favour of it. I am trying to inform as many of her constituents as I can so they can see how she supports the local community (NOT). Needless to say she doesn't live in the immediate vicinity of the proposed prison. I don't remember seeing this proposed change in the local paper. The issue is currently being heard in the Environment Court and the neighbourhood are up against the resources of the Government, The Ministry for Children (and the local MP). There are already two prisons, a youth justice residence and drug treatment centre in the local area so we are not NIMBYs.
Hope is here. Hope for one and all. Hope for you.
Celebrate Easter at LIFE South in Manukau as we remember the hope-filled story of Easter. Join us on Easter Sunday for a free presentation of the Easter story through music, film, story and dance. Kids' programme available for preschool and… View moreHope is here. Hope for one and all. Hope for you.
Celebrate Easter at LIFE South in Manukau as we remember the hope-filled story of Easter. Join us on Easter Sunday for a free presentation of the Easter story through music, film, story and dance. Kids' programme available for preschool and primary-aged children.
- Sunday 21 April
- 9am & 11am
LIFE South, 3 Lakewood Ct, Manukau
I want to buy old NZ postcards and stamps or from any other country
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My Gorgeous Girl Patches has been diagnosed with an Overactive Thyroid. This caused her to lose weight (about 2kg's), she went off her food and generally was not in a good state. The main treatment to cure her is Radioactive Iodine Treatment which will cure her Overactive Thyroid permanently.
… View moreMy Gorgeous Girl Patches has been diagnosed with an Overactive Thyroid. This caused her to lose weight (about 2kg's), she went off her food and generally was not in a good state. The main treatment to cure her is Radioactive Iodine Treatment which will cure her Overactive Thyroid permanently.
I have had Patches from a 6 week old kitten, she is now 12 years old. She is my companion and has always been tuned into my moods eg., if I have been sad she will always come and sit and cuddle with me. Now I want to help her in her time of need.
Please help if you can and please Share for me ❤️ Thank You ❤️
Donations and full story at:
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Hi Everyone,
Another successful exhibition at the Sir Edmund Hillary Library ended yesterday. I hope you all enjoyed seeing the different styles of art work that the group has to offer.
Read the attached newsletter to find out how the pastel workshop that we had last week went, and more about … View moreHi Everyone,
Another successful exhibition at the Sir Edmund Hillary Library ended yesterday. I hope you all enjoyed seeing the different styles of art work that the group has to offer.
Read the attached newsletter to find out how the pastel workshop that we had last week went, and more about upcoming events.
As always new members are most welcome.
Where to find us: - We meet at the Old Central School Hall 57 Wood St Papakura every Wednesday 12-3:30pm
What do we offer: - Free choice painting time, Art Tuition with experienced Artists Demonstrations and tips, a great book and DVD library, Workshops, Social interaction, Exhibitions, Competition, Plein Air days, a weekly newsletter, free tea and coffee available; make it yourself and bring along your lunch for a sit down and chat from mid-day.
What we use: - Our members work in watercolour, pastels, acrylics, oils, pencil/pen and charcoal and mixed media.
Who are we: - We are a very active group of people who welcome new members and who are always willing to help if you need some help.
For More Information Contact Glenda 021 928 028
Nau mai, Haere mai, Weymouth Playcentre is re-opening after the holidays with "Mirumiru Monday - Bubble Fun"!
Come along for a morning of FREE fun with your tamariki (0 – 6 years old).
Explore the fun and science of bubbles – including GIANT bubbles, a bubble machine and bubble … View moreNau mai, Haere mai, Weymouth Playcentre is re-opening after the holidays with "Mirumiru Monday - Bubble Fun"!
Come along for a morning of FREE fun with your tamariki (0 – 6 years old).
Explore the fun and science of bubbles – including GIANT bubbles, a bubble machine and bubble snakes! Morning tea provided.
This Term, Weymouth Playcentre is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9am – 12pm, you are welcome to visit us on any session. After a few visits, if you wish you enrol, you can enrol for one, two or three mornings a week with your child/ren. Weymouth Playcentre is completely FREE to attend with your children.
We are also starting "Space for you and your baby" for Jan-April 2019 babies on Tuesday afternoons.
Our village becomes your village at Playcentre: fun and friendship for you and your children. Everyone welcome.
We can see why the locals of Manukau love their Diversity Festival. This is what community and council working together is all about, and one of the reasons why people in Manukau are Living Local and Loving Local. To find out what’s happening in your neighbourhood, head to: … View moreWe can see why the locals of Manukau love their Diversity Festival. This is what community and council working together is all about, and one of the reasons why people in Manukau are Living Local and Loving Local. To find out what’s happening in your neighbourhood, head to: ourauckland.nz/lovelocal
#LiveLoveLocal
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