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A Buckland woman is lobbying for more CCTV cameras in Pukekohe after her son was brutally attacked by a group of youths.
Do you think more needs to be done to keep Pukekohe safe?
Do you think an upgraded CCTV system will help?
Who else has experienced a similar attack?
Please write NP (not… View moreA Buckland woman is lobbying for more CCTV cameras in Pukekohe after her son was brutally attacked by a group of youths.
Do you think more needs to be done to keep Pukekohe safe?
Do you think an upgraded CCTV system will help?
Who else has experienced a similar attack?
Please write NP (not for print) on your comments if you do not want them used in a story.
Then check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite … View moreThen check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine...absolutely free! Just sign up here. Sign up before Monday 3 April and like this post and you'll be in the draw to WIN ONE OF 10 COPIES of NZ Gardener's new special edition Herbs & Superfoods, packed with homegrown ways to improve your and your family's health and wellbeing (RRP $15.90).
Hi Neighbours,
Our story about Auckland's worst water quality in history is in today's paper. Auckland's water issues could last months, which is why Watercare has said each Aucklander still needs to conserve 20L of water per day.
How you are cutting back on your water usage?
… View moreHi Neighbours,
Our story about Auckland's worst water quality in history is in today's paper. Auckland's water issues could last months, which is why Watercare has said each Aucklander still needs to conserve 20L of water per day.
How you are cutting back on your water usage?
What water-using device has been the hardest for you to avoid?
Do you have any water saving tips?
We've had a complaint about Auckland Transport's new train timetable and the short amount of time there is to change trains at Papakura.
Is there anyone out there who catches the train at Pukekohe and changes at Papakura? Do you think there's enough time to change trains safely … View moreWe've had a complaint about Auckland Transport's new train timetable and the short amount of time there is to change trains at Papakura.
Is there anyone out there who catches the train at Pukekohe and changes at Papakura? Do you think there's enough time to change trains safely at the moment.
Let us know below.
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Bring delicious takeaways into the comfort of your own home and make it exactly how you like it! This American-style burger with barbecue flavours and fresh ingredients creates a mouth-watering dinner option that is quick, easy and cheap to create. Serves 4 and can be whipped up in 20 minutes!
… View moreBring delicious takeaways into the comfort of your own home and make it exactly how you like it! This American-style burger with barbecue flavours and fresh ingredients creates a mouth-watering dinner option that is quick, easy and cheap to create. Serves 4 and can be whipped up in 20 minutes!
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GetThru has some great advice on what to do before, during and after a flood - here's there advice on what you should be doing and not doing if you're being affected by the flood right now:
Listen to your local radio stations as emergency management officials will be broadcasting the … View moreGetThru has some great advice on what to do before, during and after a flood - here's there advice on what you should be doing and not doing if you're being affected by the flood right now:
Listen to your local radio stations as emergency management officials will be broadcasting the most appropriate advice for your community and situation.
If you have a disability or need support, make contact with your support network.
Put your household emergency plan into action and check your getaway kit. Be prepared to evacuate quickly if it becomes necessary.
Where possible, move pets inside or to a safe place, and move stock to higher ground.
Consider using sandbags to keep water away from your home.
Lift valuable household items and chemicals as high above the floor as possible.
Fill bathtubs, sinks and storage containers with clean water in case water becomes contaminated.
Turn off utilities if told to do so by authorities as it can help prevent damage to your home or community. Unplug small appliances to avoid damage from power surges.
Do not attempt to drive or walk through floodwaters unless it is absolutely essential.
Ina Murphy and Scott Dales know all too well the impact cancer can have on a family.
Murphy's brother Sten Seelig and Dales' mum Jan both passed away from brain tumours.
It is incredibly important to the pair, who are friends through Dales' personal training … View moreIna Murphy and Scott Dales know all too well the impact cancer can have on a family.
Murphy's brother Sten Seelig and Dales' mum Jan both passed away from brain tumours.
It is incredibly important to the pair, who are friends through Dales' personal training business, that a cure is found...
The Fire Service is working to rescue an occupant trapped in a flooded car in south Auckland. A Fir…
The Southern Motorway (SH1) will close, southbound between the Manukau Interchange (SH1-SH20 connection) and Takanini Interchange, from:
8pm Saturday, 1 April to 8am Sunday, 2 April 2017.
The closure will enable us to connect the new Takanini southbound off-ramp to the existing bridge. A detour… View moreThe Southern Motorway (SH1) will close, southbound between the Manukau Interchange (SH1-SH20 connection) and Takanini Interchange, from:
8pm Saturday, 1 April to 8am Sunday, 2 April 2017.
The closure will enable us to connect the new Takanini southbound off-ramp to the existing bridge. A detour route will be in place. Northbound lanes will remain open as usual.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation while we complete this important project. For more information please call 0508 6982 724 or click here for more information.
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer?
Come along to our free monthly talks, providing help, support and advice for people with cancer and their supporters. The talks are run by experienced Cancer Society psychologists and nurses.
Our next sessions are in Manurewa on Wednesday 5… View moreHave you or a loved one been diagnosed with cancer?
Come along to our free monthly talks, providing help, support and advice for people with cancer and their supporters. The talks are run by experienced Cancer Society psychologists and nurses.
Our next sessions are in Manurewa on Wednesday 5 April and Pukekohe on Wednesday 19 April. Click here for more information.
An end to daylight saving (DST) is fast approaching, but is the New Zealand summer too short?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Hi Neighbours,
Our story about Auckland's worst water quality in history is in today's paper. Auckland's water issues could last months, which is why Watercare has said each Aucklander still needs to conserve 20L of water per day.
How you are cutting back on your water usage?
… View moreHi Neighbours,
Our story about Auckland's worst water quality in history is in today's paper. Auckland's water issues could last months, which is why Watercare has said each Aucklander still needs to conserve 20L of water per day.
How you are cutting back on your water usage?
What water-using device has been the hardest for you to avoid?
Do you have any water saving tips?
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