Westmere, Auckland

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1137 days ago

Why should I update my will?​

Public Trust

Just like times change, so should your will – so it’s important to keep it up to date. ​

You’ve built a life around the things and people that matter most. An up-to-date will is the best way to protect your legacy and share it with the people you love. ​

If you last made… View more
Just like times change, so should your will – so it’s important to keep it up to date. ​

You’ve built a life around the things and people that matter most. An up-to-date will is the best way to protect your legacy and share it with the people you love. ​

If you last made a will back in the days of cassette tapes and telethons, it may be time for an update. ​
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1138 days ago

Do police need to tighten the Auckland-Waikato border case cases rise?

Todd Niall Reporter from Community News

Kia ora neighbours, With Covid-19 daily cases in Auckland forecast to double, police won't say whether boundary controls have tightened since rural locals reported higher volumes of traffic on cross-boundary back roads. Read the story below:

1145 days ago

Were you there? 1960s photo of Auckland Star employees restored

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

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.

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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.

“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?

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1138 days ago

Vaccination Centres CBD

Jeff from Freemans Bay

There are a few pop ups this Saturday.
heartofthecity.co.nz...

1138 days ago

Kickstart your vegie patch

Yates

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 more
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 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!
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1138 days ago

Equifest is postponed to February 2022

Equifest

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 more
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 weekend?

So what are you waiting for? Grab your tickets and get ready to celebrate everything we love about horses!
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1138 days ago

Hobson Bay Adventure

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

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.

1149 days ago

Poll: Should Waiheke break free free from Auckland's Covid restrictions?

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

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?

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Should Waiheke break free free from Auckland's Covid restrictions?
  • 60.8% Waiheke should follow the same rules as Auckland
    60.8% Complete
  • 39.2% Waiheke should move to level 2, as long as there are no community cases
    39.2% Complete
181 votes
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1139 days ago

VINTAGE BRICKS - 50c each selling in lots of 100 (ie: $50)

Kat from Westmere

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 more
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 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.

Price: $0.50

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1139 days ago

OLD SOLID RIMU DESK - FREE collection from WESTMERE

Kat from Westmere

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 more
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 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

Free

1139 days ago

Russell Hobbs multi cooker (new)

Fabio from Herne Bay

I bought this Russell Hobbs multi cooker over one year ago, and I have never, ever used it. Not even once. It is new, though I do not have the box.

You can see details of what it does here:

www.briscoes.co.nz...

Price: $120

1139 days ago

The Impacts of Climate Change on Insurance costs

Climate Insights

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 more
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 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.
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1140 days ago

Covid-19: The top 10 questions people are asking Healthline, answered

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

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 more
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 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.

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1139 days ago

HURRY! Have you shared your Local Like?

Neighbourly.co.nz

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!

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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!

Share your business shout-out now.

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1157 days ago

Waitematā Local Board seeks nominations for Good Citizens’ Awards

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Waitematā Local Board is seeking nominations for its Good Citizens’ Awards. These awards recognise individuals, young people and groups going above and beyond for the benefit of the diverse communities within the local board area. Nominations are now open until 24 October. Read More below to … View moreWaitematā Local Board is seeking nominations for its Good Citizens’ Awards. These awards recognise individuals, young people and groups going above and beyond for the benefit of the diverse communities within the local board area. Nominations are now open until 24 October. Read More below to find out more and make your nomination today!

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