Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point, Kawakawa Bay

3009 days ago

Intermittent issue with some AT HOP top-ups

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

We’ve been experiencing isolated technical issues with some AT HOP credit and debit card online top-ups. If you have any concerns, please call our AT HOP team on 09 366 4467. More info here: at.govt.nz...

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3009 days ago

Register your event this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List… View more
It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List it here: List your event

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3010 days ago

Ever wanted to try lawn bowls?

The Team from Auckland Bowls

If you are looking to try something new this summer then why not give lawn bowls a go? Lawn bowls is great fun for all the family, is very social and is a sport for people of all ages and abilities. Come along to our Have A Go Day on Sunday 1st October. We will provide all the equipment and … View moreIf you are looking to try something new this summer then why not give lawn bowls a go? Lawn bowls is great fun for all the family, is very social and is a sport for people of all ages and abilities. Come along to our Have A Go Day on Sunday 1st October. We will provide all the equipment and instruction to the great game of bowls. Find your local club

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3010 days ago

Love your weekend - explore West Auckland

The Team from

The west is a place of both solitude and adventure. A place to get away from it all or get amongst it. The crash of surf and the wide open spaces of the west’s black-sand beaches and the rush of hidden waterfalls in the rainforest. Palates will be pleased and appetites satisfied here too, whether… View moreThe west is a place of both solitude and adventure. A place to get away from it all or get amongst it. The crash of surf and the wide open spaces of the west’s black-sand beaches and the rush of hidden waterfalls in the rainforest. Palates will be pleased and appetites satisfied here too, whether it’s the taste of a cold craft beer and woodfired pizza on a sunny day, or an antipasto platter paired with the perfect New Zealand wine at a Kumeu vineyard. Find out more

3011 days ago

Builders are hiring – are you ready?

Skills Update Training Institute Papakura Campus

If you are not doing well at school, unhappy in your current job or sitting at home jobless, here’s a tip – the building industry is hiring. The booming housing sector and the ongoing Christchurch rebuild are fueling demand for builders and carpenters, with employers across New Zealand … View moreIf you are not doing well at school, unhappy in your current job or sitting at home jobless, here’s a tip – the building industry is hiring. The booming housing sector and the ongoing Christchurch rebuild are fueling demand for builders and carpenters, with employers across New Zealand desperate for fresh talent.

Be among those who are taking the carpentry pathway to turn their life around. In fact, it is a measure of the government’s seriousness to dealing with the shortage of builders and carpenters that the carpentry course is FREE for those 16 years and older.

The programme will equip you with the right set of skills sought by the building and construction industry. You will learn about hand tools, power tools, fencing, decking, and health and safety. Training includes a period of valuable work experience and many of these placements become offers of work. Upon completion of the course, students achieve an NZQA accredited National Certificate in Building Construction and Allied Trade Skills — Level 2 and NCEA Level 1 and 2.

Skills Update Papakura branch has other courses like:
Welding, Security Level 2 and 3, Fitness and Exercise, Recreation and Sport, Barista and Hospitality, Warehouse Distribution and Fork Lift Operations and Forces Pre Entry. These courses are all aimed at NCEA Level 2, giving people the practical skills and the opportunity for a life-long career.

Skills Update, 15/17 Walters Road, Papakura. Phone 0800 00 0055 or visit our website.
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3011 days ago

Auckland Heritage Festival 2017 – Local Events

Auckland Heritage Festival

This spring, hit the streets and waterways to discover stories and secrets of Auckland's heritage at the Auckland Heritage Festival.  More than 170 free or low-cost events and activities - find out what’s happening near you.

Sail away on a legendary vessel, hear about a daring WWI … View more
This spring, hit the streets and waterways to discover stories and secrets of Auckland's heritage at the Auckland Heritage Festival.  More than 170 free or low-cost events and activities - find out what’s happening near you.

Sail away on a legendary vessel, hear about a daring WWI escape. Join a heritage walking or bike tour, or take the family for a Victorian packed lunch.
 
Auckland Council presents Auckland Heritage Festival 2017 - from 30th September to 15th October.
Find out more

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3012 days ago

Pay by plate parking

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

With our new pay by plate technology, if you need a receipt, you can have one emailed straight to you.

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3012 days ago

Master your knife like a chef? Tell us and WIN

SuperValue Papakura

Hi neighbours! Whether you're perfecting that roast beef, filleting fish with your eyes closed or whipping up that memorised cake recipe that never lets you down, there may be a pro chef in you! Share your pro cooking tip now, and you could win a $100 gift voucher!

We're also offering … View more
Hi neighbours! Whether you're perfecting that roast beef, filleting fish with your eyes closed or whipping up that memorised cake recipe that never lets you down, there may be a pro chef in you! Share your pro cooking tip now, and you could win a $100 gift voucher!

We're also offering you the chance to receive a premium set of Gormé Kitchen Knives in all our stores! All you need to do is shop with us to COLLECT 3 STICKERS in order to REDEEM your KNIVES at a heavily reduced price - up to 75% off! You will receive 1 sticker for every $15 you spend. There are 5 different knives to collect. Perfect for Christmas coming up, a gift for a friend or to add to your home. Start collecting in our store today.

- Your local SuperValue team
Share a tip and WIN

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3012 days ago

Free public event - celebrate with the Black Ferns this Thursday

The Team from

Celebrate with the Black Ferns at a free public event this Thursday – join the five time Women’s Rugby World Cup winners, at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau.
Doors open at 10am, and the Black Ferns will arrive at 10.45am to a guard of honour from pupils from neighbouring primary … View more
Celebrate with the Black Ferns at a free public event this Thursday – join the five time Women’s Rugby World Cup winners, at the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau.
Doors open at 10am, and the Black Ferns will arrive at 10.45am to a guard of honour from pupils from neighbouring primary schools.
On the day, fans can have-a-go at fun activities before and after the formal celebration programme.
The team, which won the title in 1998, 2002, 2006, 2010 as well as this year, will stay on until 1pm to meet and mingle with fans, and reflect on their World Cup journey.
Free parking is available at the Vodafone Events Centre, which is also close to train and bus links – plan your journey at at.govt.nz....
Come along and celebrate!

3013 days ago

International Day of the Older Persons 2017 is on Sunday!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and … View more
International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and the rest of the year), remember to acknowledge the wealth of knowledge and skills that New Zealanders aged over 65 bring to our communities.

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3013 days ago

Have your say on homes and jobs for Drury and Pukekohe

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Land around Drury and Pukekohe-Paerata has been identified for future urban development to accommodate significant growth over the next 10-20 years.
The council is preparing structure plans for the two areas and is seeking public feedback on the opportunities and constraints for housing and … View more
Land around Drury and Pukekohe-Paerata has been identified for future urban development to accommodate significant growth over the next 10-20 years.
The council is preparing structure plans for the two areas and is seeking public feedback on the opportunities and constraints for housing and business development.

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3014 days ago

Have you filled out our Neighbourly survey?

Dr Trevor Bradley from Institute of Criminology (Victoria University) Research Project

Hi neighbours, can you help us better understand your community's concerns about crime and community safety? If you are interested, please take part in our ten minute survey here.

We’re from the Institute of Criminology, Victoria University of Wellington. This research aims to understand… View more
Hi neighbours, can you help us better understand your community's concerns about crime and community safety? If you are interested, please take part in our ten minute survey here.

We’re from the Institute of Criminology, Victoria University of Wellington. This research aims to understand our growing reliance on private security for protection against burglary and other crime and what this can tell us about perceptions of crime and policing and the changing ways we manage the risks of crime.

Neighbourly was chosen because of the keen interest of its members in ‘Crime and Safety’ and we hope this will translate into lots of Neighbourly members taking part and making a contribution. For much more detail about the project please read the PDF. We really appreciate your participation, thank-you.

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3014 days ago

Try saying hi to someone you don't know...

The Team from Auckland Humanity Project

It's WEEK FOUR of 8 WEEKS of HUMANITY! This time we asked Aucklanders about a connection they've had with people they didn't know.

Did you know 33% of Aucklanders say they feel isolated? And loneliness and isolation are huge health risks. Feeling socially connected helps build … View more
It's WEEK FOUR of 8 WEEKS of HUMANITY! This time we asked Aucklanders about a connection they've had with people they didn't know.

Did you know 33% of Aucklanders say they feel isolated? And loneliness and isolation are huge health risks. Feeling socially connected helps build community, trust and respect.

You've already taken the first step joining Neighbourly and connecting with your neighbours... How about smiling or saying hi to someone you don't know!

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3014 days ago

Free New Zealand Certificate in Distribution Level 4

The Team from

Move up from the distribution floor into a supervisory or team leader role with a New Zealand Certificate in Distribution Level 4 qualification that can be tailored to you or your employer’s needs. Learn the ins and outs of managing, organising and motivating staff as well as a thorough grounding… View moreMove up from the distribution floor into a supervisory or team leader role with a New Zealand Certificate in Distribution Level 4 qualification that can be tailored to you or your employer’s needs. Learn the ins and outs of managing, organising and motivating staff as well as a thorough grounding in health, safety and security practices.

In addition, expand your foundation knowledge of the receipt and dispatch of goods operations and develop a greater understanding of the standard operating policies, procedures, store operations and productivity systems vital to a distribution environment.

Are you new to the industry? A free Level 3 entry level qualification is also available.

We're taking enrolments for both programmes Auckland-wide now.
Phone 0800 500 193 or email ranjini@skillsupdate.co.nz
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3014 days ago

Free desexing for cats!

Danielle Tucker from

SPCA Auckland are working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING for cats in 12 Auckland suburbs. If your cat is not desexed and you live in Glen Eden, Henderson, Mangere, Manurewa, Massey, Mt Roskill, Mt Wellington, Otahuhu, Otara, Papakura, Papatoetoe or Pukekohe, call us today on (09) 256 7310 … View moreSPCA Auckland are working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING for cats in 12 Auckland suburbs. If your cat is not desexed and you live in Glen Eden, Henderson, Mangere, Manurewa, Massey, Mt Roskill, Mt Wellington, Otahuhu, Otara, Papakura, Papatoetoe or Pukekohe, call us today on (09) 256 7310 to secure your free appointment from 9th to 20th October 2017.

A desexed cat will live a longer, happier and healthier life. We truly believe desexing is absolutely key to preventing cruelty to animals.
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