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What's happening in your neighbourhood?

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

Seen anything your neighbours should be aware of? Let them know! 

2901 days ago

Babysitter Available

Tremayne from Waiuku

Hi Everyone,

Looking for a cheap babysitter that is responsible, reliable, mature but still fun? 15 year old babysitter available for Waiuku area with experience in childcare specialising in all ages. Please message me for further information.

Thanks.

2902 days ago

Mangere College are accepting enrolments!

Mangere College

Hi neighbours, Mangere College are accepting enrolments for 2018! To enrol simply collect an enrolment form and prospectus from the Office then return the completed enrolment form with the following documents:

- NZ Birth Certificate (if not born in New Zealand, Birth Certificate and passport are… View more
Hi neighbours, Mangere College are accepting enrolments for 2018! To enrol simply collect an enrolment form and prospectus from the Office then return the completed enrolment form with the following documents:

- NZ Birth Certificate (if not born in New Zealand, Birth Certificate and passport are required.)
- Most recent school report
- Proof of address (e.g. phone or power account)

Junior students are required to sit an Entrance Test which is scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday mornings 9am to 11am.

Senior Enrolments:
If you are enrolling for Year 12, 13 and are from another NZ secondary school, you will need to provide a copy of your previous NCEA results as well as evidence of credits gained throughout the current year.

Year 11 students are required to sit an Entrance Test which is scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday mornings 9am to 11am. All overseas enrolments are also required to sit the Entrance Test.

Students who enrol at Mangere College throughout the year will also be required to attend an interview with the Assistant Principal.

Please feel welcome to download a copy of the school enrolment form and the school prospectus for your convenience. If you have any further queries about the enrolment process you may contact: Kathleen Beazley on (09) 275 4029 ext 115 or email on k.beazley@mangere.school.nz

Please note: Mangere College does not accept international fee-paying students.
Download enrolment form here

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2902 days ago

Southern Cross Campus enrolments

Southern Cross Campus

Southern Cross Campus College is an exciting place of learning, catering for students from Years 7 through to 13. Students enter the college in the middle years at a time when they are emerging young people preparing to take on new challenges and aspirations.

Senior students set their sights on … View more
Southern Cross Campus College is an exciting place of learning, catering for students from Years 7 through to 13. Students enter the college in the middle years at a time when they are emerging young people preparing to take on new challenges and aspirations.

Senior students set their sights on exciting vocational pathways that lead to global opportunities. A feature of being part of the college is that younger students can draw on the positive leadership and support from older students.

See our enrolment information. Please feel free to contact us regarding any questions you might have for Southern Cross.

Email: admin@southerncross.school.nz

Phone: 09 255 0404 ext 700
Learn more

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2903 days ago

Neighbours Day is coming up!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

How will you connect? Choose one of our four ways to host an event! Here's our video for BBQs on the Berm! For more resources about hosting your BBQ or to sign up head here: neighboursdayaotearoa.org...

www.youtube.com...

2903 days ago

Poll: What do you think about Trade Me's ban of certain dog breeds?

Briar Hubbard Reporter from Franklin County News

Trade Me announced it would ban the sale of three breeds of dog which suffered from a severe breathing condition.

From March 1, pugs, British bulldogs and French bulldogs will be banned. This includes purebreds and crossbreeds, which suffer from Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS).

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What do you think about Trade Me's ban of certain dog breeds?
  • 27.8% I agree with the ban - these dogs suffer
    27.8% Complete
  • 44.4% I think more breeds with health concerns should be banned
    44.4% Complete
  • 27.8% I disagree with the ban - they're much loved pets
    27.8% Complete
18 votes
2903 days ago

It's that time again!

Resene

Hi neighbours! Get decorating while the warmer weather is here!

Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop and participating resellers. Plus check out the extra savingsView more
Hi neighbours! Get decorating while the warmer weather is here!

Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop and participating resellers. Plus check out the extra savings you can enjoy with a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card! Offer runs until 31 January 2018.
Find out more

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2903 days ago

Safety reminder

Justin Latif from Franklin Local Board

A Safeswim advisory for Clarks Beach was issued in November 2017.

Since then, Council has been undertaking additional testing to determine the cause of poor water quality at Clarks Beach, and Waiau Pa.

Results from recent monitoring continue to show high levels of contamination at the two … View more
A Safeswim advisory for Clarks Beach was issued in November 2017.

Since then, Council has been undertaking additional testing to determine the cause of poor water quality at Clarks Beach, and Waiau Pa.

Results from recent monitoring continue to show high levels of contamination at the two beaches.

Go to www.safeswim.org.nz... for information about beach safety and forecasts for locations across Auckland.

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2904 days ago

Smart Travel carpool app

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Save money and the planet. Leave your car at home and hitch a ride with fellow carpoolers: www.youtube.com...

2904 days ago

Sign up and be in to WIN a $100 Prezzy Card!

ServiceIQ

Hi neighbours, if you know a school leaver searching for a career then this could be a big help. They could get a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career in aviation, tourism, travel, retail, retail supply chain or hospitality.

The … View more
Hi neighbours, if you know a school leaver searching for a career then this could be a big help. They could get a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career in aviation, tourism, travel, retail, retail supply chain or hospitality.

The Career Kick-Starter Guide created by ServiceIQ (industry training organisation for these exciting service sectors) helps them choose.

Sign up now to receive your free copy and go in the draw to WIN a $100 Prezzy Card!
Enter here

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2930 days ago

Traditional villa frontage hides hi-tech surprise

Reporter Homed

How cool is this? It may appear to be a typical villa, but look again...

Behind the picket fence and framed windows, there's a drive-in garage and two-car stacker... and a definite spy film vibe when the house opens up to reveal its secret.

Jon Smith from Matter Architects came up … View more
How cool is this? It may appear to be a typical villa, but look again...

Behind the picket fence and framed windows, there's a drive-in garage and two-car stacker... and a definite spy film vibe when the house opens up to reveal its secret.

Jon Smith from Matter Architects came up with the idea as a way of preserving the heritage-protected character of their Auckland villa - and it's given us a serious case of garage envy!

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