Waiwera, Orewa

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1225 days ago

Holiday time activities.

NumberWorks'nWords Silverdale

What educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun … View more
What educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun family holiday.
Don’t forget to have some down time as well!

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1225 days ago

Matariki Family Fun Open Day

Kim from Orewa

Come on down to Estuary Arts Centre for a free family fun open day on Saturday 10 July from 10am to 2pm. Have-a-go art activities include paint a kite, make a harakeke star, use the printing press, spinning and weaving, mosaic art. There will also be a photo booth for some fun photo play.

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1225 days ago

Alice Eaves Bush News

David Neighbourly Lead from Orewa

With the closure of Alice Eaves Bush because of kauri dieback and limitations imposed by the Covid 19 pandemic, it has been difficult for the Friends of Alice Eaves members to accomplish much in the park over the last year.
However, last Saturday the group was able to clean up the area around the … View more
With the closure of Alice Eaves Bush because of kauri dieback and limitations imposed by the Covid 19 pandemic, it has been difficult for the Friends of Alice Eaves members to accomplish much in the park over the last year.
However, last Saturday the group was able to clean up the area around the entrance to the park on Hillcrest Road. Weeds and rubbish were removed and a general tidy-up of the area was carried out.
The bridge at the entrance to the park off Old North Road was sprayed to remove mould and algae.
Once the new bridge at Kensington is completed the group hopes to carry out track clearing at the western end of the park along the Nukumea Stream.
Other activity in the park includes water testing and pest trapping.
Water quality testing of the Nukumea Stream is carried out each month. There was some concern over a blockage of the stream near the bridge on Hibiscus Highway.
Significant rain was needed to clear this blockage. Significant rainfall is something we have not had in this area for quite some time.
However, the limited rain that has fallen has been enough to clear the blockage and the stream is now running freely.
Scientists from Whitebait New Zealand regularly inspect the Nukumea stream for evidence of inanga and giant kokopu spawning but this just doesn't appear to be occurring.
Traplines are maintained in Eaves Bush and surrounding areas. A few possums have been caught and the limited disappearance of bait from bait stations suggests a fairly lengthy history of trapping has pest numbers reasonably under control.

1225 days ago

Art Demonstrations

Dil from Red Beach

I'm doing free demonstrations at the Estuary Arts Centre this Saturday.
10am String Pull Painting
11am Acrylic Pour - Fluid Art
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1226 days ago

Paihia Family Holiday

Penny from Wellsford

Now is the time to start planning your summer family holiday in the Bay of Islands. Please go to www. friendsofclubpaihia.co.nz to find out how you can spend a week at our private resort for your family of up to 6 people, for a fraction of what you would expect to pay! If you can budget $20 per … View moreNow is the time to start planning your summer family holiday in the Bay of Islands. Please go to www. friendsofclubpaihia.co.nz to find out how you can spend a week at our private resort for your family of up to 6 people, for a fraction of what you would expect to pay! If you can budget $20 per week, you won't be disappointed!

1247 days ago

Insights into Parenting Teens : Mon 28 June @ 7pm

Ruth from Orewa

Parenting teens can be thrilling, frightening, frustrating, and confusing (but certainly not boring!).
How do their brains work? 
What’s more important – connection, or boundaries?

What parenting strategies work better than others?

How do our teens learn to take responsibility for their … View more
Parenting teens can be thrilling, frightening, frustrating, and confusing (but certainly not boring!).
How do their brains work? 
What’s more important – connection, or boundaries?

What parenting strategies work better than others?

How do our teens learn to take responsibility for their choices?

What if things aren’t turning out the way I’d hoped they would?

How can I get the support I need as a parent?

Come along to listen, learn, and discuss….



This is a FREE talk (Koha donation) — you are warmly invited to come along and be encouraged, gain immense wisdom and have a consolatory cuppa tea!

For more information - Call Gaynor 09 424 7218 or Doug 027 291 3862

Venue: Hibiscus Coast Presbyterian Church, 107 Centreway Road, Orewa

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1226 days ago

Plastic Free July – Take up the challenge.

The Team from Auckland Council

Each year hundreds of thousands of Kiwis take the PLASTIC FREE JULY challenge and make a real difference by refusing single-use plastics. Join the movement today!

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1226 days ago

Chillibean - Baby and Children's Boutique fashion Made In New Zealand!

Chrissie and Liam from Chillibean NZ

This gorgeous little Organic Cotton hooded cardigan is currently in stock, size 3, NZ$65. And remember, we also make to order for babies and children up to 10 years! Check this one out on our website www.chillibean.co.nz...

Price: $65

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1227 days ago

Gst free months 15% off for July

Shade Design

Check out your local and affordable shade and shelter experts today and see how the friendly and experienced team can help enhance your outdoor space.

GST Free Month!!!! 15% off anything quoted and accepted before the 20th of July.

Check us out @ www.shadedesign.co.nz or give us a call … View more
Check out your local and affordable shade and shelter experts today and see how the friendly and experienced team can help enhance your outdoor space.

GST Free Month!!!! 15% off anything quoted and accepted before the 20th of July.

Check us out @ www.shadedesign.co.nz or give us a call today on 0223424082 and make the most of the winter special.
Find out more

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1227 days ago

What have you got for good feng shui in your garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, the July issue of NZ Gardener features the courtyard garden of feng shui expert Boon Yap in her Taipa home. She's also shared some practical tips on getting good feng shui in your garden.

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1231 days ago

Locals fume after approval of earthworks for replacement Huia Water Treatment Plant

Reporter Auckland Stuff

Local groups in west Auckland are “bitterly disappointed” after resource consent was granted in relation to the replacement of a water treatment plant. They claim Auckland Council ignored expert advice on the risks for the project to spread kauri dieback disease.

Watercare had applied for … View more
Local groups in west Auckland are “bitterly disappointed” after resource consent was granted in relation to the replacement of a water treatment plant. They claim Auckland Council ignored expert advice on the risks for the project to spread kauri dieback disease.

Watercare had applied for resource consent to carry out earthworks and vegetation removal for the upcoming replacement of the Huia Water Treatment Plant.

Titirangi Protection Group’s (TPG) spokeswoman Belynda Groot said “it’s totally wrong” for consent to be given after abundant evidence from kauri dieback and ecology experts at the resource consent hearing in April this year advised against the build.

Click the link below to read the full story.

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1228 days ago

Fabrication apprenticeship available in Rosedale.

Competenz

SRS group have highly skilled engineers that are able to pass on their skills and knowledge in this Junior Fabricator apprenticeship position available now!

Do you know someone who might be interested in this opportunity? Get in touch now

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1228 days ago

Learn new skills, unlock your future.

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Want to grow your knowledge and skills to boost your career options?

We can help you develop your skill set with one of our courses in Team Leadership, Adminstration & Technology or Money Management.

Enrolments are now open with classes starting in July 2021. Don’t miss out! … View more
Want to grow your knowledge and skills to boost your career options?

We can help you develop your skill set with one of our courses in Team Leadership, Adminstration & Technology or Money Management.

Enrolments are now open with classes starting in July 2021. Don’t miss out! Sign up today.
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1232 days ago

Massive villa relocation "absolute madness"

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

What a pleasure to meet Hayley Parsons of Clarks Beach, Auckland. She and husband Chris relocated this huge three-storey villa from Palmerston North to Auckland, and project managed the rebuild of Huntly House from London. Wonderful house, wonderful history.

1229 days ago

Changes to Auckland ferry services from Monday

Caroline Williams Reporter from Community News

Kia ora koutou neighbours. Changes are coming to Auckland’s ferry services following the opening of six new piers in the city centre.

The changes, which come into effect on Monday, follow the completion of a $350 million upgrade of the downtown waterfront.

The new piers has resulted in the … View more
Kia ora koutou neighbours. Changes are coming to Auckland’s ferry services following the opening of six new piers in the city centre.

The changes, which come into effect on Monday, follow the completion of a $350 million upgrade of the downtown waterfront.

The new piers has resulted in the renumbering of those at the downtown ferry terminal, Auckland Transport (AT) has advised.

The timing of some services will be altered to accommodate the new piers, and some new services will be added.

Click 'read more' for the full story.

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