Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point, Kawakawa Bay

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2318 days ago

Poll: What is the top issue you want the local council to focus on?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The local elections are a great opportunity to decide on who we want to represent our communities over the next three years. With elections just around the corner, this is a good time to pinpoint the issues that affect you and are important to you.

Being clear on this is a first step in knowing … View more
The local elections are a great opportunity to decide on who we want to represent our communities over the next three years. With elections just around the corner, this is a good time to pinpoint the issues that affect you and are important to you.

Being clear on this is a first step in knowing what you want your local councillors to support or who to vote for. What are the issues you want your next local council to focus on?

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What is the top issue you want the local council to focus on?
  • 21.2% Rates
    21.2% Complete
  • 15% Housing
    15% Complete
  • 14.2% Roads
    14.2% Complete
  • 17% Public transport
    17% Complete
  • 2.3% Water
    2.3% Complete
  • 4.8% Waste
    4.8% Complete
  • 7.5% Climate + environment
    7.5% Complete
  • 13% Infrastructure
    13% Complete
  • 4.9% Local facilities (like parks and libraries)
    4.9% Complete
1789 votes
2315 days ago

Are you waiting for surgery? We'd love to chat

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi neighbours - we're looking to chat with people who have experienced the following:

-Have been waiting for surgery that the hospital keeps postponing.
-Have been told they can't get on the waiting list for surgery due to their debilitating condition not being "serious" … View more
Hi neighbours - we're looking to chat with people who have experienced the following:

-Have been waiting for surgery that the hospital keeps postponing.
-Have been told they can't get on the waiting list for surgery due to their debilitating condition not being "serious" enough.

If you're happy to chat and potentially be part of a story about this, please get in touch with Thomas through his email: thomas.coughlan@stuff.co.nz

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2315 days ago

UPDATE: Strong wind watch - hold onto your umbrellas!

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE:
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MetService has issued an additional severe thunderstorm watch.
Threat period: 4 hours from 2:00am to 6:00am Friday.

There is also a possibility of tornadoes developing – affecting localised areas.
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UPDATE:
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MetService has issued an additional severe thunderstorm watch.
Threat period: 4 hours from 2:00am to 6:00am Friday.

There is also a possibility of tornadoes developing – affecting localised areas.
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MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Auckland.

Valid: 5 hours from 1:00am to 6:00am Friday
Forecast: Northwesterlies may become severe in exposed places during this time.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 9:00pm Thursday 22 Aug 2019.
Hold onto your umbrellas, neighbours!

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2315 days ago

Visit Karaka Lifestyle Estate

Karaka Lifestyle Estate Retirement Village

Karaka Lifestyle Estate is a new independent-living retirement village in Drury. The first units will be ready for occupation this December. Karaka Lifestyle Estate features spacious homes, friendly community atmosphere and the management support you would expect of a top-quality retirement village… View moreKaraka Lifestyle Estate is a new independent-living retirement village in Drury. The first units will be ready for occupation this December. Karaka Lifestyle Estate features spacious homes, friendly community atmosphere and the management support you would expect of a top-quality retirement village but it comes with a key difference, at Karaka Lifestyle Estate you get the capital gain from the sale of your unit.

Karaka Lifestyle Estate could be for you if retaining your wealth is important to you, and you are looking for:

- Safe and secure retirement living
- A strong and lively social network
- The hassles of home maintenance taken care of
- A supportive environment, with an onsite manager

Come along to our village to experience our beautiful Country Club, view plans of our village, and learn more about Karaka Lifestyle Estate.

Opening Hours: 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday or by appointment on weekends
Where: Karaka Lifestyle Estate, 333 Bremner Road, Karaka

Construction is occurring on the site, so for your safety please contact our salesperson Linda to book a visiting time.
Book a visit

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2315 days ago

Lead and inspire the next generation

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Study in Auckland!

Meet Raukura Edwards who shares “I loved the experience of studying, I felt at home at Awanuiārangi.

The lecturers are amazing. Being able to learn online and through block learning was so much more efficient for me as a working Māmā. I was able to work, look after my … View more
Study in Auckland!

Meet Raukura Edwards who shares “I loved the experience of studying, I felt at home at Awanuiārangi.

The lecturers are amazing. Being able to learn online and through block learning was so much more efficient for me as a working Māmā. I was able to work, look after my tamariki and gain a degree at the same time. We supported each other to get over the line. I’m studying for a Master’s now and I’m learning so much more. I love it!”

You too can help facilitate the learning journey of future leaders. Study with us in 2020!
Find out more

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2316 days ago

Site Open Day in Papakura!

Solution Street

Solution Street are making great progress with the construction of our Papakura site and to celebrate we're holding an open site day!

DATE: Sunday 25th August, 11am – 3pm
ADDRESS: 74-78 Opaheke Road, Papakura

Come and view the layout and meet our team who specialise in … View more
Solution Street are making great progress with the construction of our Papakura site and to celebrate we're holding an open site day!

DATE: Sunday 25th August, 11am – 3pm
ADDRESS: 74-78 Opaheke Road, Papakura

Come and view the layout and meet our team who specialise in helping first home buyers and will be there to guide you through the whole process from start to finish. Plus, if you attend our open day and go on to purchase one of these properties we will include a Fisher & Paykel laundry package valued at $3,500*!

Priced from just $529,000, these brand-new 2-bedroom terrace homes are designed for low maintenance living and include the following great features:

✔️ 10-year building guarantee
✔️ Fully insulated with double glazed windows
✔️ Functional modern kitchens & bathrooms
✔️ Fisher & Paykel appliances including dishwasher, hob and oven
✔️ Fully landscaped, fenced outdoor living area
✔️ Allocated off-street parking
✔️ Fitted with blinds throughout, security alarm, energy-efficient wall heater, heated towel rail, clothesline and smoke alarms
✔️ Fixed pricing with no hidden costs or progress payments during the build

Don't forget, you may be able to get government help buying your first home including $20,000 towards your deposit with a HomeStart grant, a KiwiSaver withdrawal, and/or a Welcome Home Loan - ask us how!

Click the button below to visit our website and request an info pack – or call us on 0800 583 967

*Terms and conditions apply.
Visit us online

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2316 days ago

Small business lending. Easy as!

Prospa

Need some extra funds to keep business humming?

The team at Prospa can help with a business loan of $5K to $150K. Staff-up. Stock-up. Build-up. With Prospa the only way is up, and your business benefits with cash flow friendly repayments over terms of 3 to 24 months. Whatever you need, we can … View more
Need some extra funds to keep business humming?

The team at Prospa can help with a business loan of $5K to $150K. Staff-up. Stock-up. Build-up. With Prospa the only way is up, and your business benefits with cash flow friendly repayments over terms of 3 to 24 months. Whatever you need, we can help.

Visit prospa.co.nz or call 0800 005 797 to apply.
Apply now

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2316 days ago

Urban Forage

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Urban Forage Mahinga Kai started at Auckland Domain with a walk through the lower tracks with Riki Bennett to discover a range of edible and not so edible plants, trees and berries.

The forage was then followed by a gourmet luncheon and some of the menu items were prepared using the Kai … View more
Our Urban Forage Mahinga Kai started at Auckland Domain with a walk through the lower tracks with Riki Bennett to discover a range of edible and not so edible plants, trees and berries.

The forage was then followed by a gourmet luncheon and some of the menu items were prepared using the Kai cooker.

The main highlight was the Kahikatea Berry Jelly which consisted of berries foraged from a year ago.

Click below to read the full story on our blog

2316 days ago

How to deal with neighbourhood disputes

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, most of us are lucky enough to get on with the people we live next door to, but what can you do if you don't?

We asked some experts how to stop minor irritations turning into something more serious, and who you can you turn to if things start to get out of hand - because … View more
Hey neighbours, most of us are lucky enough to get on with the people we live next door to, but what can you do if you don't?

We asked some experts how to stop minor irritations turning into something more serious, and who you can you turn to if things start to get out of hand - because being better neighbours can only have a positive impact on the quality of our communities, and who wouldn't want that :)

2317 days ago

Ahoy ye families!

The Team from Auckland Museum

Join our adventurers this Night at the Museum!

Bring a torch, explore the darkened galleries - a fun night-time adventure for the whole family this school holidays!

Suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company. It’s going to be all hands-on … View more
Join our adventurers this Night at the Museum!

Bring a torch, explore the darkened galleries - a fun night-time adventure for the whole family this school holidays!

Suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company. It’s going to be all hands-on deck as you learn how to behave in His Majesty’s Royal Navy – avoid the dreaded cat o’ nine tails and sample some questionable 19th-century naval food.

Have you got what it takes? Well, let’s batten down the hatches and join in the fun in this overboard quest.

This event sells out, so book your tickets now to avoid missing out.
Book now

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2317 days ago

Puhinui station is being upgraded

Auckland Transport

Temporary station closure from 28th September until early 2021.

The new Puhinui Transport Interchange will provide easy connections between bus and rail, with a new bus service direct to Auckland Airport and Manukau Station.

While the build is on, a free 349 bus service will run between … View more
Temporary station closure from 28th September until early 2021.

The new Puhinui Transport Interchange will provide easy connections between bus and rail, with a new bus service direct to Auckland Airport and Manukau Station.

While the build is on, a free 349 bus service will run between Puhinui and Papatoetoe Stations.

For details visit: www.AT.govt.nz/PuhinuiStation
More details

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2318 days ago

How great is Your Place? Take our survey!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Do you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.

For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.
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Do you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.

For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.

We'd love to hear from you. Find out more here.

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2318 days ago

Will you be affected by these motorway closures?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless … View more
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).

Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.

Safe travels neighbours!

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2319 days ago

Having problems with drugs or alcohol?

The Retreat NZ

It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member … View more
It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member achieve long term sobriety.

Talk to us - we can help. We are available 24/7 and we welcome guests from all over New Zealand. Confidentiality is guaranteed.

Phone on 0800 276 237 or visit our website www.theretreatnz.org.nz
Talk to us

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2319 days ago

Vote for Get Growing! You could WIN!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine … View more
Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply register your details once, then vote here each day until voting closes on September 4.
Vote here

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