Albany, Auckland

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Ryman's award winning lifestyle

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1519 days ago

Shelter poles stolen

The Team from

We are extremely disappointed to find that after serving our community for four months, that on our last day as a COVID-19 testing centre someone decided to help themselves to the metal poles of our shelter.

These shelters have given our hardworking staff and our patients protection from the … View more
We are extremely disappointed to find that after serving our community for four months, that on our last day as a COVID-19 testing centre someone decided to help themselves to the metal poles of our shelter.

These shelters have given our hardworking staff and our patients protection from the elements and were to be repurposed as part of our screening process when we open for urgent care matters on Monday.

We do thank all of the community for their support while we've operated over the last four months however if you have any information or saw anything please email us at admin@shorecare.co.nz .

1519 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💞

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food bank, build a free community library for your street, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

This month’s theme also coincides with Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is coming up on September 1st.

Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

1519 days ago

Are you getting our free gardening tips every week?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Subscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.

Meet some gardening … View more
Subscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.

Meet some gardening superheroes and nominate a greenfingered good sort to be the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for copies of NZ House & Garden’s August issue.

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1519 days ago

Can you help us find New Zealand's 2020 Gardener of the year?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Calling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.

Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have … View more
Calling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.

Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used their gardening skills to help other people.

There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for good, nominate them here now!
Nominate Now

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1519 days ago

Free course: Learn to live well with diabetes (Albany location)

Heath Carle from Comprehensive Care

FREE course for people with type 2 diabetes!
* Learn how to better manage diabetes to live a healthier life
* Led by a registered nurse and a dietitian

Date: Thursday 10 September
Time: 9.00am - 3.30pm
Venue: Comprehensive Care, Building A, 42 Tawa Drive, Albany

Bookings are essential. You are … View more
FREE course for people with type 2 diabetes!
* Learn how to better manage diabetes to live a healthier life
* Led by a registered nurse and a dietitian

Date: Thursday 10 September
Time: 9.00am - 3.30pm
Venue: Comprehensive Care, Building A, 42 Tawa Drive, Albany

Bookings are essential. You are welcome to bring a support person.
Contact us on 09 448 0019 or email
DSME@comprehensivecare.co.nz to book.

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1521 days ago

Auckland's most prolific parking warden issued thousands of tickets

Melanie Earley Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, an Auckland parking warden has issued more than 14,000 tickets and towed more than 400 cars in the space of a year.
The warden, who had only been working for Auckland Transport for 18 months, racked up the highest amount of revenue, $744,644, for the Council-owned company from March… View more
Hi neighbours, an Auckland parking warden has issued more than 14,000 tickets and towed more than 400 cars in the space of a year.
The warden, who had only been working for Auckland Transport for 18 months, racked up the highest amount of revenue, $744,644, for the Council-owned company from March 2019 to March 2020. Read the story below:

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1520 days ago

Barista - Part One

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Looking to become a Barista? Learn essential coffee making skills, espresso recipes and more over 3 weekday evenings or one weekend.
3, 4, 5 Aug from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm or 8, 9 Aug from 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

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1520 days ago

Winter exercise classes help Bupa Retirement Village residents stay active

Bupa Hugh Green Retirement Village

Exercise through the colder months at Bupa Ballarat Retirement Village has meant a routine of nine classes each week for residents to keep active.

Resident Marj Kennedy (pictured) has been attending the SAYGo (steady as you go) classes for four years now and says she’s seen her balance improve … View more
Exercise through the colder months at Bupa Ballarat Retirement Village has meant a routine of nine classes each week for residents to keep active.

Resident Marj Kennedy (pictured) has been attending the SAYGo (steady as you go) classes for four years now and says she’s seen her balance improve overtime thanks to the sessions.

“Exercise is good for our bodies and it keeps me young in spirit too. I like that it’s a class we do altogether,” Marj says

The low-impact session SAYGo, created by Age Concern, aims to improve balance, flexibility and strength in older people through arm and leg exercises, while seated or standing.

Village Manager Andrea Allott says she encourages her residents to keep active.

“Once they get into the routine our residents look forward to exercise and it keeps their minds active and the laughter coming too,” Andrea says.

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1521 days ago

This week’s AMI Kind Neighbours are Grant and Annette, nominated by Olga Reid from Stoke.

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.

“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping … View more
Neighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.

“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping and taking me to the dentist when I broke my dentures and had no way of getting them mended. When I needed help in an emergency they were there for me reattaching the connections under my bed which I could not get to.They have taken me to doctors appointments and helped when I needed help in the house after a fall and when my Medic Alarm has been activated.”

1521 days ago

Final days as a CBAC

The Team from

As we head into our final days as a CBAC we want to say a huge thank you to our locals who have supported us throughout these uncertain times.
We have really appreciated everyone's patience and kind words.
We finish our time as a CBAC on the 31st of July with operation Northcross comeback … View more
As we head into our final days as a CBAC we want to say a huge thank you to our locals who have supported us throughout these uncertain times.
We have really appreciated everyone's patience and kind words.
We finish our time as a CBAC on the 31st of July with operation Northcross comeback beginning in the early hours of the 1st of August.

Our process of having booked appointments and swabbing in car means that we haven't actually had anyone with COVID-19 inside our clinic but for peace of mind we thought a deep clean was in order.

At 8am on Monday the 3rd of August we open our doors once again for all urgent care matters to the public.

This is where we really need your support!

After just over four months of being closed we need to get the word out that we are back in action, ready to care for you and your family.

So make sure to share this news with your friends and family and let's get Northcross up and running again!

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1523 days ago

Political commitment to climate change faces first test soon

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, The political will in Auckland to tackle global warming will have its first big test in coming months when councillors consider the case for raising public transport fares. Should they freeze? Read the story below:

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