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Next Sunday 8 November Auckland Museum is hosting a free panel discussion with members of Auckland's Indian community, as they explore the prejudice and pressures, as well as the joys, of their unique identity. Panellists for the evening of kōrero include Sarah Dutt, Rohan Adarkar, Kartika … View moreNext Sunday 8 November Auckland Museum is hosting a free panel discussion with members of Auckland's Indian community, as they explore the prejudice and pressures, as well as the joys, of their unique identity. Panellists for the evening of kōrero include Sarah Dutt, Rohan Adarkar, Kartika Singh, Karishma Kumar and Vinod Suresh.
The event is free but is ticketed, so be sure to secure your seat here: bit.ly...
Auckland skies will soon be alight with fireworks displays.
With Guy Fawkes looming, the event sparks ongoing debate over the use of fireworks.
Auckland Council and a range of national organisations have renewed calls to ban the private use and sale of fireworks after a parliamentary select … View moreAuckland skies will soon be alight with fireworks displays.
With Guy Fawkes looming, the event sparks ongoing debate over the use of fireworks.
Auckland Council and a range of national organisations have renewed calls to ban the private use and sale of fireworks after a parliamentary select committee decided in August to leave regulations unchanged.
Some people will be celebrating Guy Fawkes Day, held to commemorate the failure of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605.
Should fireworks be banned?
Eden Park stadium wants to host six concerts a year.
The battle over the stadium's future has gone to a five-day hearing.
The Eden Park Trust Board wants permission to stage up to six concerts a year, without having to go through a full planning approval for each one.
Please type NFP if you… View moreEden Park stadium wants to host six concerts a year.
The battle over the stadium's future has gone to a five-day hearing.
The Eden Park Trust Board wants permission to stage up to six concerts a year, without having to go through a full planning approval for each one.
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New Zealand has voted 'yes' to euthanasia and 'no' to cannabis in preliminary results- but the final count could still change that result.
We won't know the outcome of the special votes until the official results are released on November 6.
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Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi:
“Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities in Auckland. The learning has helped my work… View moreTe PōkaitahiReo
Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi:
“Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities in Auckland. The learning has helped my work to bridge gaps between Māori and others in our multicultural communities. When I look back, I feel really proud. It’s a great feeling when I speak tereo Māori. It’s a privilege.”
Share in Parminder’s experience and enquire now for 2021. These programmes are tuition fee free!
Did you know, with a SuperGold card, you can stretch your money further every day?
Businesses across the country offer cardholders thousands of savings and special offers on fuel, food, health costs and more.
To find out what’s available, visit our website. Or, you can download and check … View moreDid you know, with a SuperGold card, you can stretch your money further every day?
Businesses across the country offer cardholders thousands of savings and special offers on fuel, food, health costs and more.
To find out what’s available, visit our website. Or, you can download and check the SuperGold app on your smartphone or tablet.
Find golden opportunities to save today, with SuperGold.
As Halloween edges closer, some Auckland streets are going all out to decorate their homes and stock up on sugary treats.
Others will be banning trick-or-treaters this Saturday night in post-pandemic New Zealand.
I loved talking to Courtney Mason about how she and her husband ben bought their first home. It really offers a lot of hope for folks who might be looking at the property market and wondering what on earth is happening out there these days.
Courtney and Ben were tenacious and bold, and now … View moreI loved talking to Courtney Mason about how she and her husband ben bought their first home. It really offers a lot of hope for folks who might be looking at the property market and wondering what on earth is happening out there these days.
Courtney and Ben were tenacious and bold, and now they're living happily in their Hawke's Bay home.
Have a read and see how they did it, and while you're at it have a listen to our third episode of First Rung, the podcast for first home buyers for a little more inspiration.
Hi Neighbours, Officially the short-list has been drawn up for a new name for the merged council agencies ATEED and RFA. But here's the criteria - see if you can do better. What would you call it? Read the story below:
Remember to check under your bonnets this time of the year.
That's the warning from Fire and Emergency NZ.
This car arrived for a service with a couple of stowaways stashed under the bonnet.
Firefighters say the driver of this car was very lucky.
We saw some friendly ghosts and even some costumed pooches this year! We'd love for you to spread the joy further than your backyard by sharing a snap from your Halloween festivities below 🎃
Here are some tips on how can you increase your home security:
✔️Install window security stays to increase security, natural safe ventilation and prevent children falling from high windows
✔️Install hinge bolts to stop doors from being lifted out of their frames.
✔️Upgrade beads and … View moreHere are some tips on how can you increase your home security:
✔️Install window security stays to increase security, natural safe ventilation and prevent children falling from high windows
✔️Install hinge bolts to stop doors from being lifted out of their frames.
✔️Upgrade beads and rubbers to hold any glass in place
✔️Install a multi point locking system for any doors.
✔️Install key operated deadlocks for doors
✔️Add one key locks to windows and doors so they can be unlocked or locked with one key
?If you need someone to evaluate your home security, give us a call and we can assist you in determining the level of security you may require and advise on what products will best suit your needs ??
Now is the perfect time to check all the windows around your home! Call Exceed we fix windows & doors specialists on ? 0800 25 25 00
Buddy the corrections dog works tirelessly to stop contraband being smuggled into prison grounds.
The crime fighting canine also likes taking time out to play with bestie John.
Buddy joins 99 other patrolling pooches in the Dog Squad.
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