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Did anyone find my phone that may have fallen out of the car on Saturday (26/06) morning outside Labtests in New Lynn on Delta Ave? Desperate to have it returned - please contact me on FB messenger (Tishiki Taihia) or here.
Dear gardeners, if you’ve ever wondered what's in your soil, now's your chance to find out. Two scientists from the School of Environment at Auckland University are ready to test the soil in your home garden for free.
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Te Atatu Food Truck Friday Mid-Winter Special on THIS Friday’s July 2nd (5pm to 8pm – Te Atatu South Community Centre). You can save the date at www.facebook.com....
Joining the night will be:
- Captain Kai Moana - will be serving up classic NZ kaimoana goodness like mouth-watering scallops … View moreTe Atatu Food Truck Friday Mid-Winter Special on THIS Friday’s July 2nd (5pm to 8pm – Te Atatu South Community Centre). You can save the date at www.facebook.com....
Joining the night will be:
- Captain Kai Moana - will be serving up classic NZ kaimoana goodness like mouth-watering scallops in fry bread, chowder pockets and the occasional scrumptious crayfish.
- Nom Nom – South East Asian inspired rice bowls brimming with flavour
- Texas Taco Trailer – Irresistible Tex Mex tacos
- Woodspirit - woodfired sourdough traditional Turkish pides.
- Sweet As Crepes – Serving both sweet and savoury mouthwatering crepes
- Victor and Vern - Serving your coffee, hot chocolate and homemade soda fix.
There will be other entertainment options including live music from the Tat South community jam band, free ReCreators Matiriki themed creative workshops, FREE facepainting, pop-up games and other activities in the community centre.
Come grab some tasty food and soak up the community vibes. Plenty of seating available inside our cosy community centre or outside. Plenty of parking available. Walking or cycling up is even easier. Dress for the weather and enjoy getting out in the community. See you there!
Yes, this is a big deal!!! This can opener is highly sought after - it breaks the seal on the can, rather than cutting it, so once the top is removed you can safely touch the can lid, and the can, and NOT get cut. Excellent for those with young children, daycare centres, etc.
The can opener is able… View moreYes, this is a big deal!!! This can opener is highly sought after - it breaks the seal on the can, rather than cutting it, so once the top is removed you can safely touch the can lid, and the can, and NOT get cut. Excellent for those with young children, daycare centres, etc.
The can opener is able to be used in your left or right hand, and easy use suits the elderly, those with athritic wrists, hand injuries...
Sale starts at 3pm tomorrow!! Join my VIP Group to get all the lowdown on the monthly specials (www.facebook.com...) or use this shopping link tomorrow to grab yours: tupperware.co.nz...
Want to know more about Tupperware? Maybe you want to join, become a Consultant, book an in-home demonstation or just want to know more, feel free to PM me, or email on fiona.hedges@xtra.co.nz
Kia ora neighbours, trawl fishing will be restricted and marine protection areas will be expanded almost threefold under a new plan to protect Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf.
Do you think the new restrictions are a good idea?
www.stuff.co.nz...
Kia ora neighbours, the official apology for the Dawn Raids has been postponed due to the Covid-19 alert level change.
Last week, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the Government would formally apologise to the Pasifika community for the race-based dawn raids of the 1970s.
The ceremony … View moreKia ora neighbours, the official apology for the Dawn Raids has been postponed due to the Covid-19 alert level change.
Last week, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the Government would formally apologise to the Pasifika community for the race-based dawn raids of the 1970s.
The ceremony was due to take place on Saturday evening in Auckland, but has been delayed.
Click the link below to read the full story.
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View the full Resene Wallpaper Collection at your local Resene … View moreNature is far too beautiful to be kept outside. Create a haven in your home with the Resene Willow Wallpaper Collection. With designs to help you relax, recuperate and revive, this collection will help make your house a home.
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Ten new community cases of COVID-19 were announced on Tuesday in NSW, taking the Australian state's recent community cases linked to the cluster to 21. The pause came into force from 11:59pm on Tuesday and will be in place for 72 hours initially. This decision will be reviewed on Thursday. … View moreTen new community cases of COVID-19 were announced on Tuesday in NSW, taking the Australian state's recent community cases linked to the cluster to 21. The pause came into force from 11:59pm on Tuesday and will be in place for 72 hours initially. This decision will be reviewed on Thursday. COVID-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins says this decision follows a public health assessment earlier on Tuesday which found that while the overall risk to public health in New Zealand is currently low, there are still several unknowns. This includes a case that was infectious while in the Sydney community and a primary school age child with no clear link established yet. Anyone who has only been in Norfolk Island and not in NSW is still eligible for quarantine-free travel.
New Zealand health officials are also updating health advice for anyone already in Aotearoa who has recently visited Sydney's Westfield Bondi Junction mall. It follows a new case of COVID-19 reported in Sydney on Tuesday that is connected to the busy mall. Anyone who was at this mall, including the car park, any time between June 12 and June 18 should contact Healthline on 0800 358 5453, get tested, and stay home until they get a negative test result, or remain isolated if told. NSW public health officials are continuing to add new locations of interest, and anyone who has been in Sydney since June 11 should check the NSW Health website. Anyone at locations of interest at the specified times should call Healthline on 0800 358 5453, get tested, and self-isolate until they return a negative result. Anyone who was at a location of interest at the specified times cannot travel to New Zealand within 14 days of the exposure event.
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Hi neighbours,
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* Same day … View moreHi neighbours,
Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!
* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
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We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.
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www.justice.govt.nz...
And this 36-page document above, that the article in the link below is referring to, is further down the page in the following link:
www.rnz.co.nz...
I heard this podcast lately where NZTA (or Waka Kotahi) is stating car traffic is being slowed on purpose in order to "make it easier to get around"! ?! (See link below)
Personally, even if you agree or not with the purpose of such a policy, the way it's been implemented, i.e. … View moreI heard this podcast lately where NZTA (or Waka Kotahi) is stating car traffic is being slowed on purpose in order to "make it easier to get around"! ?! (See link below)
Personally, even if you agree or not with the purpose of such a policy, the way it's been implemented, i.e. without previous consultation, without publicity, and without alternatives - it appears to me that car commuters are treated like irresponsible children and not grown up adults.
It looks like the transport agency's role to make transport faster is being hijacked into changing the transport by making it SLOWER and yes, SAFER, with the declared purpose of "making it easier to get around". Of course, if your car is not moving you're perfectly safe!
I find this would work great in Europe, where I was able to use the EFFICIENT, FAST and PUNCTUAL public system to get around. But this infrastructure is NOT NEAR close enough to what's required as an alternative to using your vehicle in Auckland, as any trip by bus or train will usually take twice as long. Of Europe has a bigger economic capacity, and the reality in tiny NZ is the car is still reigning in most socio-economic communities as a main means of transport.
Such a policy would make sense if there would be an option in planning or building / execution, but in my view, there isn't a viable transport alternative yet in the works.
So, in my view, car commuter are left with is put up with more delays, frustration, time wasted, fuel burned in slower traffic as there's no alternative - in the name of a rushed ideology with no proper investment or planning. To poke a bit of sarcastic fun, it looks like a nanny state, where the nanny doesn't know what to do, but wishes to appear strong and confident...
I wonder if people find this decision although nice in it's intention, as completely missing the mark and not addressing the real issue of under investment in the public transport system.
It's timing might be right in 5 or 10 years from now when hopefully some of the much needed public infrastructure projects (electrification of the rail past Swanson, Airport train or light rail loop, etc) will be closed or near to completion. Until then, in my view, it's just another bit adding to people's frustration who have no alternative to commuting to work, shopping, transporting kids to/from events etc etc.
www.newstalkzb.co.nz...
"This is a vicious cycle as the lack of sleep impairs our ability to concentrate and make good decisions. It can impact our food choices as well as our motivation to exercise and keep moving the following day" says New Zealand sleep expert Rachel Lehen.
On an average an adult should have… View more"This is a vicious cycle as the lack of sleep impairs our ability to concentrate and make good decisions. It can impact our food choices as well as our motivation to exercise and keep moving the following day" says New Zealand sleep expert Rachel Lehen.
On an average an adult should have a well rested sleep of 7-9 hours. An uncomfortable mattress, sleeping position, and even excessive use of blue light before bed can be the cause of an unhealthy sleep cycle.
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