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2866 days ago

Industrial action affects some bus services

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Due to industrial action by First Union members, some bus services operated by Pavlovich will be cancelled tomorrow, 19 April 2018. Full details on affected services can be found here:

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2866 days ago

Auckland wins Ultimate Sports City third time running

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland has been named ‘Best Medium City’ at the prestigious SportsBusiness Ultimate Sports City Awards for the third consecutive time. The ‘Best Medium City’ award is open to cities with populations between 1.3 and 2 million.

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2866 days ago

Kindy Fundraiser

Jenny from Drury

Come down and support this awesome kindy!!

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2872 days ago

What to do if your power's off

Reporter Homed

If you're one of the thousands of people still without power after the storms, hang on in there.

We know it's not always possible to stay with friends or family who are still connected, so here are a few tips to help you be as comfortable as possible at home during a lengthy power … View more
If you're one of the thousands of people still without power after the storms, hang on in there.

We know it's not always possible to stay with friends or family who are still connected, so here are a few tips to help you be as comfortable as possible at home during a lengthy power outage.

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2866 days ago

Archikidz are having an event this weekend!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Takanini

Encourage your children and grandchildren to get involved in the Archikidz Build My City event at MOTAT this weekend. Help build a city out of cardboard and decorate it with Resene colours.
Event will run 10am-4pm Saturday and Sunday 21-22 April

2866 days ago

Considering a trade as a career - Mount Wellington now has a new Trades Hub

NZMA

NZMA has opened their huge new trades campus on Great South Road.
The campus was officially opened by the Hon. Jenny Salesa, MP. Here is the story from Māori Television news. A trades qualification with NZMA will help you get a job in the booming building industry.

NZMA offer multiple trade… View more
NZMA has opened their huge new trades campus on Great South Road.
The campus was officially opened by the Hon. Jenny Salesa, MP. Here is the story from Māori Television news. A trades qualification with NZMA will help you get a job in the booming building industry.

NZMA offer multiple trade courses and will have a course that suits you. These include: Building Level 3, Electrical Engineering Level 3, Painting & Plastering Level 3, Plumbing, Gas Fitting and Drain Laying Level 3 and Youth Guarantee which is free for 16-19yr olds. NZMA also has a dedicated Careers team that will help you find the right job once you graduate.
Find out more

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2866 days ago

Chicken Biryani

Puneet from Takanini

Relish your taste buds with indian Chicken Biryani and coriander yoghurt. Pre order your Biryani till Saturday 6pm. Pick up on Sunday from Takanini.
Please text or call on 02102956759 to place your order. Thanks

Price: $10

2867 days ago

Do you think wheel clamping should be illegal?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,
Have you heard Transport Minister Phil Twyford's views on wheel clamping? He says it either needs to be banned or regulated - and he was working on legislation to see it banned. What are your thoughts? To read more, click here.

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2867 days ago

Have you been pinged by this bus lane?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Auckland,
Have you heard about the bus lane that's earned about $1.27 million in fines? The Newmarket bus lane caught out more than 8000 driver in a year. Have you been fined? Do you think bus lanes are important in the city? To read more, click here.

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2867 days ago

Poll: Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. … View more
Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.

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Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?
  • 21.1% I already do - it's easy if you do your research and have the right space
    21.1% Complete
  • 15.4% I'd like to, but there's too much red tape
    15.4% Complete
  • 40.5% It depends on the animal
    40.5% Complete
  • 0.9% I tried, but it didn't work out
    0.9% Complete
  • 22.1% I don't think farm animals make good pets
    22.1% Complete
1086 votes
2867 days ago

Get more with Spark

Spark Botany

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2867 days ago

Concrete and Asphalt works

Sa from Takanini

hi there my name is Sa i am new to business i love what i do and good at what i do i have 16 years experience but have been in business on my own for 2 years now i do Concrete and Asphalt and kerbs and channel Works i do footpaths and drivways patios and i am fair with prices so if there is a job … View morehi there my name is Sa i am new to business i love what i do and good at what i do i have 16 years experience but have been in business on my own for 2 years now i do Concrete and Asphalt and kerbs and channel Works i do footpaths and drivways patios and i am fair with prices so if there is a job you want done im your man!!you can see some of my jobs i have completed on my facebook page Auckland Allstars Contractor Or you can contact me on 0211639479 or email me at aucklandallstarscontractor@gmail.com

2868 days ago

70 tonnes of food scraps already collected in Papakura

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Council's first food waste collection service started in Papakura four weeks ago, and it's already diverting substantial amounts of waste from landfill.

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2868 days ago

Winter Fire Safety in your Home

Mike Shaw from New Zealand Fire Region 1

With winter fast approaching it's time to look at your fireplaces and chimneys
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•Clean chimneys and flues before you light the first fire of the season.

•Always use a fireguard or spark-guard when using an open fire.

•Never throw rubbish into the fireplace – particularly … View more
With winter fast approaching it's time to look at your fireplaces and chimneys
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•Clean chimneys and flues before you light the first fire of the season.

•Always use a fireguard or spark-guard when using an open fire.

•Never throw rubbish into the fireplace – particularly batteries and aerosol cans.

•Always empty ashes and ashtrays into a metal bin and pour water over them before disposal. Remember that ashes can take up to 5 days to cool.

•Keep matches, lighters and anything else that can create fire out of reach of children.

Remember: Smoke alarms save lives

2868 days ago

A quick update

Phil Goff from Phil Goff

Spent the weekend involuntarily investigating Auckland’s hospital system. My family has a history of clogged arteries which despite being a virtuous non smoker I have been unable to escape.

So I ended up Saturday morning at Auckland Hospital for an angioplasty and a few stents. Procedure went… View more
Spent the weekend involuntarily investigating Auckland’s hospital system. My family has a history of clogged arteries which despite being a virtuous non smoker I have been unable to escape.

So I ended up Saturday morning at Auckland Hospital for an angioplasty and a few stents. Procedure went well and I’m hassling the doctor to let me go home. Hopefully tomorrow and after a few days of working from home, I’ll be back at work.

A big thanks first to doctors, nurses and staff. They been really great, both professional and caring. They are a wonderful cross section of multicultural Auckland. It’s fantastic that in our country people get the urgent treatment they need and according to that need and not ability to pay.

Thanks also for the kind messages from so many people. Heartfelt appreciation!

The painting was done by my lovely granddaughter Brooklyn.

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