Mahurangi North, Matakana

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2747 days ago

How's your internet?

Rhonwyn Newson Reporter from Rodney Times

Ministry of Business ICT policy and programmes manager Jane Tier said the Government was working to deliver better internet connections to people outside of the main centres.

Areas like Wellsford, Warkworth, Helensville, Parakai, Waimauku, Muriwai, Kumeū, Huapai, Kaukapakapa, Puhoi and … View more
Ministry of Business ICT policy and programmes manager Jane Tier said the Government was working to deliver better internet connections to people outside of the main centres.

Areas like Wellsford, Warkworth, Helensville, Parakai, Waimauku, Muriwai, Kumeū, Huapai, Kaukapakapa, Puhoi and Mahurangi in Rodney would get Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) by the end of 2022, she said.

Is 2022 good enough, Rodney? How does having a poor internet connection affect you? Let us know in the comments - write NFP (Not For Print) if you don't want your comment published in print.

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2748 days ago

$1 will do it

SkyBus

To celebrate the launch of our North Harbour Airport Express service, SkyBus is offering $1 online fares* when you travel in July.

From July 1 SkyBus will jet you direct to Auckland Airport in the bus lane. With our $1 North Harbour Express online fare you ’ll save a tonne while… View more
To celebrate the launch of our North Harbour Airport Express service, SkyBus is offering $1 online fares* when you travel in July.

From July 1 SkyBus will jet you direct to Auckland Airport in the bus lane. With our $1 North Harbour Express online fare you ’ll save a tonne while travelling the fastest way to the airport. Frequent departures from Akoranga, Smales Farm and Albany.

* Online Ticket Purchases. Valid for North Harbour Express service only. On Sale 15 June –15 July 2018. Offer valid for travel until July 31, 2018.
Find out more!

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2748 days ago

Would you love to retire in style?

Fairview Lifestyle Village

Here’s your chance! Our beautiful show villa is ready to view – and to buy. Set in manicured grounds and surrounded by our thriving community, our show villa is fully refurbished and staged ready for viewing. Sunny and north facing, this sought-after corner villa is open plan, with two patio … View moreHere’s your chance! Our beautiful show villa is ready to view – and to buy. Set in manicured grounds and surrounded by our thriving community, our show villa is fully refurbished and staged ready for viewing. Sunny and north facing, this sought-after corner villa is open plan, with two patio areas leading onto private garden areas.

Open for viewing, Saturday, June 16, 10 am – 3 pm. See you there – you might just find your new home!
Find out more!

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2748 days ago

Heritage grant helps Minniesdale House

Communications Team from Auckland Council

A category B historic place, Minniesdale House will get $15,000 to help replace its roof and increase weather tightness.

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2753 days ago

Speedway to move from Western Springs

Reporter Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

Speedway promoters have agreed to move from Western Springs, opening the way for the venue to become the home of test cricket in Auckland.

Here's the full details about the move.

What are your thoughts on the speedway moving? Are you a neighbour glad to see the back of … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Speedway promoters have agreed to move from Western Springs, opening the way for the venue to become the home of test cricket in Auckland.

Here's the full details about the move.

What are your thoughts on the speedway moving? Are you a neighbour glad to see the back of the racing and the noise? Are you looking forward to a decent test cricket venue in Auckland? And if you're a speedway fan, how do you feel about trekking out to the airport to see races?

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your comments used on Stuff)

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2748 days ago

Housing affordability is getting worse

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, are you renting and unable to comfortably afford your own home?

Around 87% of people in your community have said they are unable to afford a house within the cheapest 25% of the area - and it's said to be getting worse. Is this something you are struggling with? What are … View more
Hi neighbours, are you renting and unable to comfortably afford your own home?

Around 87% of people in your community have said they are unable to afford a house within the cheapest 25% of the area - and it's said to be getting worse. Is this something you are struggling with? What are house prices like in your neighbourhood?

What do you think needs to be done to help change these results?

To see the statistics from the Government's latest housing affordability measure, click here.

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2749 days ago

Get hands on experience! Courses starting 23rd July.

NZMA

These courses will set you up to enter the construction industry as an apprentice or entry-level employee. You’ll gain loads of hands-on, practical experience, starting off with small workshop projects and eventually building a prefabricated timber sleepout, through our partnership with Go-Homes!… View moreThese courses will set you up to enter the construction industry as an apprentice or entry-level employee. You’ll gain loads of hands-on, practical experience, starting off with small workshop projects and eventually building a prefabricated timber sleepout, through our partnership with Go-Homes!

You may even be eligible to study for free through the Youth Guarantee or Maori and Pasifika Trades Training schemes*. Don’t miss out. Courses starting 23rd July.
Contact us and enrol today!

*Terms and conditions apply. Contact the NZMA team for more information.
See our students in training

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2749 days ago

School holiday programme: Hit the Stage!

Operating Theatre Trust

Tim Bray Productions presents their school holiday 5-day Hit the Stage! programme and popular single-day Theatre Workshops. Hit the Stage! students have the experience of devising their very own piece of theatre to perform to loved ones at the end of the week. Theatre Workshops allow your children … View moreTim Bray Productions presents their school holiday 5-day Hit the Stage! programme and popular single-day Theatre Workshops. Hit the Stage! students have the experience of devising their very own piece of theatre to perform to loved ones at the end of the week. Theatre Workshops allow your children (ages 5-12yrs) to have exclusive backstage tours, with exciting theatre and craft activities.

Hit the Stage! takes place at TAPAC, Mon 9 - Fri 13 July and Theatre Workshops are offered at the PumpHouse Theatre in half-day or full-day sessions on July 16, 17, 18 or 19. Click here for more info and to book.
Learn more

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