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Royal New Zealand Air Force squadron leader Marcus Hogan is second in charge of the No 5 Squadron which flies P-3K2 Orions.
The 41-year-old pilot was deployed to Japan in December to patrol international waters in North Asia to detect vessels of interest and illicit ship to ship transfers.
The … View moreRoyal New Zealand Air Force squadron leader Marcus Hogan is second in charge of the No 5 Squadron which flies P-3K2 Orions.
The 41-year-old pilot was deployed to Japan in December to patrol international waters in North Asia to detect vessels of interest and illicit ship to ship transfers.
The mission backed implementation of United Nations Security Council resolutions imposing sanctions against North Korea.
Hogan said he isolated for 14 days on arrival in Japan, operated under “level four lockdown” conditions for another four weeks, then returned home to another 14 days in managed isolation.
“You start going a bit stir crazy, then you stack up a couple of sets of isolation on that, and you start getting a bit twitchy,” the Whenuapai resident said.
Hogan packed his travel guitar, computer and books to keep busy.
He said some team members struggled with the long confinement “but we helped each other out, got some memes and some Viber groups going”.
The degree of discomfort from nose swabs depended on the skills and the speed of the person administering the test, he said.
During one “horrid” examination, a health worker was proceeding so slowly that Hogan started sneezing.
“Oh my word, it was uncomfortable. I was crying for about 10 minutes.”
The former airline pilot said before the pandemic, cabin crew and Orion personnel would typically spend their rest time abroad at the pool, going for a walk or doing something fun together.
“Now you talk to people on the aircraft, hop off and go to your own room and that’s the end of it.
“It definitely has taken a lot of that enjoyable social aspect out of it.”
Read about other air crew facing perpetual managed isolation here:
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Hilton Auckland’s new Stay & Dine package has been designed to help take the thinking out of your stay.
Indulge in an evening of luxury and culinary mastery as you enjoy harbour views at every angle. Located on Princes Wharf, 300 metres out to sea, Hilton Auckland is a luxury hotel unlike … View moreHilton Auckland’s new Stay & Dine package has been designed to help take the thinking out of your stay.
Indulge in an evening of luxury and culinary mastery as you enjoy harbour views at every angle. Located on Princes Wharf, 300 metres out to sea, Hilton Auckland is a luxury hotel unlike any other hotel in the city. Inspired by the nautical environment and designed to reflect the image of magnificent visiting cruise liners, Hilton Auckland offers the best views over the Waitemata Harbour and is in walking distance to the vibrant Viaduct, Wynyard Quarter and the new world-class Commercial Bay shopping precinct.
Served with spectacular harbour views, the hotels FISH Restaurant offers a luxury dining experience featuring warm timber tones and an outdoor deck with a fireplace for alfresco dining. FISH offers a creative menu with a focus on sustainable, fresh and local ingredients and serves only the freshest seafood available, showcasing the best of what New Zealand’s oceans have to offer.
Hilton Auckland’s new Stay & Dine package is designed for two and includes one night in a Deluxe Harbour View room, a four course dinner in FISH Restaurant with matched New Zealand wines, buffet breakfast, valet parking and WIFI. Experience a gastronomy of flavours, set to panoramic background of Waitemata harbour.
The Stay & Dine menu is a curation of FISH Restaurant’s most popular seasonal dishes. Choose from options like shucked oysters or salt and pepper squid to start, handmade burrata or tiger prawns for entre, market fish or lamb rump for your main, and finish with a beautiful dessert of poached rhubarb, banana custard, shortbread, raspberry and apple gel. Each chosen dish is perfectly paired with a beautiful New Zealand wine from regions like Hawke’s Bay, Central Otago and Marlborough.
Relax, unwind and immerse yourself in the best of what Auckland has to offer. Experience Luxury 5-star accommodation in the heart of Auckland City.
Stay & Dine package for 2 people from just $599.00.
*Terms and conditions apply, subject to availability
Hi Neighbours, we're looking to talk to anyone older than 70 or 80 who are still working, either in part time or full time employment. Give me a bell if you know someone (027 200 5142 or torika.tokalau@stuff.co.nz). Thanks!
This year is the year of recovery from COVID-19, the economic impact and hit on Council revenue was real. Auckland Council is forecast to take a 1 billion dollar revenue hit because of COVID-19.
This 10-year budget aims to find a balance between investing in our city and not overburdening our … View moreThis year is the year of recovery from COVID-19, the economic impact and hit on Council revenue was real. Auckland Council is forecast to take a 1 billion dollar revenue hit because of COVID-19.
This 10-year budget aims to find a balance between investing in our city and not overburdening our residents.
It will provide for our city’s future while keeping our rates increases low compared to other growth cities in New Zealand, will help Auckland’s economy recover, support our communities, build water and housing infrastructure and improve our transport network.
We need your feedback on these issues and how we pay for them.
To have your say, go to AKhaveyoursay.nz/recoverybudget
Hi everyone. Our family have finally moved to our new rental 2 weeks ago. It has been really exhausting, but i am glad it's over.
Unfortunately, we lost our beloved Rosie. She got really sick and never regained consciousness and past away 28.02.2021 at 4 o'clock in the morning. Our … View moreHi everyone. Our family have finally moved to our new rental 2 weeks ago. It has been really exhausting, but i am glad it's over.
Unfortunately, we lost our beloved Rosie. She got really sick and never regained consciousness and past away 28.02.2021 at 4 o'clock in the morning. Our family really really miss her around.
I have asked the owner of the AVS (Auckland Vet Services) that they and all clinics should provide emergency care during the day as well as the night and to not turn pets away, just because they can't give an appointment. At present the only emergency vet available is the night time one, if you live out west,in Rosebank road.
It's really appauling how we had to wait until 2 o'clock in the afternoon that day before they could see her. By then it was too late.
I hope something gets done and soon.
By for now Julia.
Hi
I’m trying to track down an old friend and neighbour from Colwall road, Massey. Their names are Ron and Jos de Von Var Steenwijk. If anybody knows them coul you ask them to contact me please. My mobile is 0274 456024. Really appreciate it. Ray
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This year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.
Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:
• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to… View moreThis year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.
Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:
• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to a neighbour
• take some flowers to a neighbour
• organise a produce swap
• share garden tips or recipes for food in season
• create community gardens or berm pollinator pathways
• host an inclusive garden-themed working bee
• a friendly neighbourhood BBQ with homegrown ingredients
The options are endless! At the end of the day, our shared aim is to help bring people together by encouraging intentional connection with our neighbours. Whether that be organising a street party, sharing a cuppa, or simply saying ‘Kia Ora!” to those who live around you, every action helps to create a safer and more connected New Zealand.
The Oleomac GSH40 chainsaw is back in stock. Available at Grasslands, 20 Shamrock Drive Kumeu. This is a quality Italian engineered chainsaw.
* 38.9cc - 1.7kW
* 16" Oregon bar & chain
* "Easy start" system
* Auto chain oiler
* Full anti-vibration
$349.00 save $50
Make a boring old headboard an exciting glow in the dark feature for a space themed kid’s room with Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you can create your own
HP P2 computer
Celeron (r)CPU g 465@ 1.90 ghz
win10 home licensed and up to date
500gb hardrive
6gb ram
64bit
vga and dvi
ethernet… View moreHP P2 computer
Celeron (r)CPU g 465@ 1.90 ghz
win10 home licensed and up to date
500gb hardrive
6gb ram
64bit
vga and dvi
ethernet
6 usb
usb mouse
usb keyboard
monitor
speakers
brother hl-2240 printer with new ink toner
all cable supplied
all in new condition
ideal for student or working from home
everything you need
been in storage since lockdown last year
Hi Auckland neighbours,
Great news! Auckland is now in alert level 2.
The rest of the country has shifted to alert level 1.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Georgia Forrester
… View moreHi Auckland neighbours,
Great news! Auckland is now in alert level 2.
The rest of the country has shifted to alert level 1.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Georgia Forrester
There are three community cases, two siblings who are students at Papatoetoe High School, and their household contact.
There was also one new case in MIQ on Wednesday.
Schools in Auckland can reopen. But Papatoetoe High School will remain closed for the rest of the week.
Teachers and students from that school must return a negative test before returning next week.
Covid-19 alert level 3 took effect in Auckland at 11.59pm on Sunday
The Government is making it easier for businesses to get one of its support measures - if current alert levels are extended.
People identified as contacts or who were at the locations of interest are being asked to get tested.
READ MORE:
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WHERE TO GET TESTED:
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ALL THE LOCATIONS LINKED TO SOUTH AUCKLAND'S NEW COMMUNITY CASES:
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Dear neighbours,
Please consider exercising your dogs at a cooler time of day. I have seen so many people walking/running with dogs when it is so hot.
SPCA recommendations (link below)
www.spca.nz...
For alternative enrichment ideas check out this facebook page:
www.facebook.com...
Dogs … View moreDear neighbours,
Please consider exercising your dogs at a cooler time of day. I have seen so many people walking/running with dogs when it is so hot.
SPCA recommendations (link below)
www.spca.nz...
For alternative enrichment ideas check out this facebook page:
www.facebook.com...
Dogs don't have a choice so if you take the out they will go.
Please be kind when you are making decisions for them, they rely on you for their welfare.
Thank you
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