Karaka, Papakura

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Post them here!

2591 days ago

Disruptions to city centre bus routes

The Team from Auckland Transport

The Farmers Santa Parade is being held in Auckland’s city centre on Sunday 25 November. Due to road closures a number of city centre bus stops will temporarily be relocated and some bus route diversions will be in place. Free shuttle bus transfers will be provided. Main roads affected include, … View moreThe Farmers Santa Parade is being held in Auckland’s city centre on Sunday 25 November. Due to road closures a number of city centre bus stops will temporarily be relocated and some bus route diversions will be in place. Free shuttle bus transfers will be provided. Main roads affected include, but are not limited to, Queen St, Customs St, Mayoral Dr, Beach Rd & Anzac Ave. If you’re attending the event, or need to travel through this area, please plan your travel in advance and allow extra time. Find out more!

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2591 days ago

ACG Strathallan – Guided Tours Term 4 2018

ACG Strathallan College

You’re invited to visit ACG Strathallan at one of our Guided Tours – every Wednesday at 10am. 2019 is close, so take the opportunity to see one of the most inspirational learning environments in Auckland for yourself. Find out more!

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2592 days ago

Car Boot Sale & Market - December 2 - Waiuku Golf Club

Diana from Waiuku

Come and join the fun!!
Reserve a site to sell your wares - or come and buy a wide choice of:
Toys, Christmas decorations, cakes, plants, jams, DVD’s, Bric-a-brac - and sooo much more!!

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2592 days ago

We've joined Neighbourly!

The Team from New Zealand Police

Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we… View more
Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we work together to create safer communities.

Please remember our Neighbourly page and private messages are not monitored by Police and are not the place to report crimes - IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 111.

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2592 days ago

Garage Sale Plus Saturday Nov 17th

Kent from Rosehill

It's one more sleep until...

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2592 days ago

Open Homes this Weekend.

Fiona Senton - licensee Sales Person Ray White Papakura from

I have lots on offer at my Open Homes this weekend, some of these properties have just hit the market! See you there! Fiona xx

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2592 days ago

Resene summer weekend project!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Takanini

Add some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View moreAdd some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2592 days ago

We are giving you all plenty of time to prepare.....

Woodside

Celebrate the first day of summer in our backyard!

When: Saturday 1st December from 12 noon
Where: Woodside, behind Krispy Kreme Manukau

BBQ is $20 and includes; sausages, steaks and salads. There will be drink specials, live music, mini soccer and even a few paddling pools for the kids!

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Celebrate the first day of summer in our backyard!

When: Saturday 1st December from 12 noon
Where: Woodside, behind Krispy Kreme Manukau

BBQ is $20 and includes; sausages, steaks and salads. There will be drink specials, live music, mini soccer and even a few paddling pools for the kids!

Bookings are essential phone 09 261 2670
Book your table now!

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2594 days ago

When finding a fault, you sometimes must go past the noise

Andrea from Clarks Beach - Waiau Pa

I have experienced the frustration of knowing there is a fault in a circuit, but not knowing how or where to pinpoint it. To do so takes time, that is well worth the effort.
Living on a 6-acre block of land in South Auckland means that noise is not as easy to recognize as it was when living on a … View more
I have experienced the frustration of knowing there is a fault in a circuit, but not knowing how or where to pinpoint it. To do so takes time, that is well worth the effort.
Living on a 6-acre block of land in South Auckland means that noise is not as easy to recognize as it was when living on a block of concrete in Auckland city. Generally, if there is a fault in the services you receive in the city, you can phone a business to report this fault and a fault finder or technician will be sent to fix the issue so that you can continue with your business. It is not always known to you why there was a fault, only that there is an (interim) fix and you can continue with business. The fault may occur again, and another call to report the fault will see it fixed. However, when living in a rural location, the business owner often becomes the technician, meaning that you have a better understanding of how your external units work to make up the smooth operation of your daily business.
Recently I noticed that the cattle were getting through the electric tape and into the young trees planted in the paddock. Of course, this observation happened to be on a stormy day, when I would rather have stayed inside and phoned a technician to sort out this problem. Only I own the problem and so I am responsible for finding the fault. Through experience I have learnt to leave the electrics on so that you can hear where the fence is shorting out. Sometimes it appears obvious as in this case, where the cattle had pushed the tape off the standards, and the tape was in the grass causing it to short. Feeling relieved that I had appeared to have found the fault quickly, I managed to get the tape back through the standards. Walking back to the electric fence unit, I was dismayed to see that the Red light was blinking, meaning that I had not fixed or found the fault. I then walked around the 6 acres of fencing to listen out for a shorting sound. Of course, the fault was not to be heard. I then went to the house and got my Fence Fault Finder and proceeded to test the fence to pinpoint where it was shorting out. After testing patches of fence for it to point forward, I managed to find the fault by going past it. Fault fixed and fences working again, meant the trees would live to see another day.

I believe when a business unit is not working to its full capacity, this has a similar effect on a business either up or down the line. If, as a business owner, you are so removed from your daily business noise that when there is a fault, you rely on an external source to fix it, this fix may keep your business working if only for the interim. Take time to listen to your business. It should pulse with a singular beat. Don’t get distracted by the acres of wire that deaden the sound, instead take time to listen to each unit (department). Ensure the units are set to reach the same volts using the same meter. If the Fence Unit is not strong enough to drive the energy required for the current fence, put in a stronger unit that can withstand the load when under pressure. Do not put in interim fixes that become permanent. These fixes will not keep the business strong when you need to up the energy in busy periods.

Listen. Look. Learn. Lead.

Andrea Smith
TempDirect

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2606 days ago

NEED SOME ONE TO FIX OR REPLACE MY EXTERNAL FRONT DOOR

Quinten from Takanini

Need handyman etc... To fix or replace external house front door,cheapest option plz,,b appreciated thnx Quinten,0211264004

2593 days ago

Just Listed!

Fiona Senton - licensee Sales Person Ray White Papakura from

Just Listed! Look no further than this immaculately presented modern home. This would also be a great investment property. With possession before Christmas an option, you'll want to move fast! Fiona xx #investment #forsale #firsthome

Price: $529,000

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2593 days ago

Just Listed!

Fiona Senton - licensee Sales Person Ray White Papakura from

This property has just been listed! If your list has "ready to move into", look no further than this freshly renovated property built in the 2000's. The owners need this sold! Fiona xx

Negotiable

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2593 days ago

Meet with Anahila Kanongata’a-Suisuiki

Anahila Kanongata'a-Suisuiki from Anahila Kanongata'a-Suisuiki - Labour List MP

There will be pop up clinics running in the Tāmaki area soon, so please look out for notices on our Facebook page.

Office hours for Tāmaki are 9am-5pm Mon/Wed/Fri at 100 Neilson Street, Onehunga (Entrance on Galway Street).

Office hours for Papakura are 9am-5pm Tues/Thurs at 29 Broadway, … View more
There will be pop up clinics running in the Tāmaki area soon, so please look out for notices on our Facebook page.

Office hours for Tāmaki are 9am-5pm Mon/Wed/Fri at 100 Neilson Street, Onehunga (Entrance on Galway Street).

Office hours for Papakura are 9am-5pm Tues/Thurs at 29 Broadway, Papakura.

Please feel free to call 800-ANAHILA if you would like to book an appointment to go into the office to discuss your matters.

Check here for any current events or notices.

Authorised by Anahila Kanongata'a-Suisuiki, Parliament Buildings, Wellington
Find out more!

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2594 days ago

Lifting the lid on our recycling

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Before you’ve even had your morning coffee, bin inspectors Winston Tupou and Reno Morgan are lifting the lid of your recycling bin and having a look inside. They’re not looking for materials for their next DIY project – they're checking to make sure what you’ve put in the bin can … View moreBefore you’ve even had your morning coffee, bin inspectors Winston Tupou and Reno Morgan are lifting the lid of your recycling bin and having a look inside. They’re not looking for materials for their next DIY project – they're checking to make sure what you’ve put in the bin can really be recycled.

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2594 days ago

How do you feel about your life in Auckland?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A major survey looking at the quality of life of Aucklanders has found some startling results.

Up to 40 per cent of people in some suburbs said they didn't have enough money to cover everyday items such as food or clothing. And nearly half described their housing costs as … View more
Hi neighbours,

A major survey looking at the quality of life of Aucklanders has found some startling results.

Up to 40 per cent of people in some suburbs said they didn't have enough money to cover everyday items such as food or clothing. And nearly half described their housing costs as unaffordable. To read more, click here.

The survey found:
- Begging to be a big problem in Manurewa
- Rough sleepers were considered to be a big problem in Manurewa and Māngere-Ōtāhuhu
- Drugs and alcohol were considered a problem in West Auckland's Henderson-Massey areas.

So what are your thoughts on the survey and its results? Is it an accurate reflection of what's happening in your community? What community issues would you add to the list?
Share your thoughts with us in the replies below.
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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