Beach Haven, Auckland

Flood Images Wanted

The Team from Auckland Council

Help us make our communities more resilient to storms. Visit flooded.co.nz to upload photos, videos and details of flooding in your neighbourhood. Find out more

Auckland - help Muriwai get back on its feet!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Join a very special event to support Muriwai - the Muriwai Community Rebuild Charity Lunch & Auction. Landslides have devastated the Muriwai community. Hardworking Kiwis have lost everything and are now facing extraordinary uncertainty.

With support from Waimauku Lions, Kumeu Rotary, Allely … View moreJoin a very special event to support Muriwai - the Muriwai Community Rebuild Charity Lunch & Auction. Landslides have devastated the Muriwai community. Hardworking Kiwis have lost everything and are now facing extraordinary uncertainty.

With support from Waimauku Lions, Kumeu Rotary, Allely Estate & Wine Time have come together to raise over $150,000 for the Muriwai Community Association by holding a charity lunch at Allely Estate this Sunday 26th March from 12pm to 4pm.
Proceeds from the auction plus ticket and drinks sales are earmarked for the Muriwai Community Recovery Charitable Trust. Buy tickets now

Water Kefir Workshop

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

The queen of probiotic drinks, learn to make coconut kefir, coffee kefir and flavoured water kefir.
Ist April 2-4pm, limited numbers. Only $23.00 per person

Art day in the holidays for children (ages 7 – 12yrs).

Eion from Beach Haven

If your child loves drawing and painting they’ll love this one-day workshop with artist Eion Bryant. With step-by-step instruction children will draw then create a vibrant acrylic painting learning tips and techniques along the way. Fun and focused!
Time and place: Beach Haven Community House, … View moreIf your child loves drawing and painting they’ll love this one-day workshop with artist Eion Bryant. With step-by-step instruction children will draw then create a vibrant acrylic painting learning tips and techniques along the way. Fun and focused!
Time and place: Beach Haven Community House, April 11th, 10.00am - 3.00pm. Cost: $60
BOOKINGS: eion@eionbryant.com, Ph 0211327033 or 0210606641

Wicked the musical flys into SkyCity Theatre

North Shore Music Theatre

North Shore Music Theatre triumphantly make their return with The Barfoot & Thompson season of Wicked The Musical at SkyCity Theatre from 31 March.

Starring Kiwi music superstar Tina Cross as Madame Morrible alongside more than 40 of Auckland’s top performers. One of … View moreNorth Shore Music Theatre triumphantly make their return with The Barfoot & Thompson season of Wicked The Musical at SkyCity Theatre from 31 March.

Starring Kiwi music superstar Tina Cross as Madame Morrible alongside more than 40 of Auckland’s top performers. One of the biggest musicals across the globe, Wicked The Musical will feature bewitching performances, fantastical scenery and spectacular costumes that will enchant audiences, with hit songs including Defying Gravity and Popular.

You’ll be green with envy if you miss it. Find out more

Your young Blues fan could be a special guest at the next Blues home game!

Auckland Blues

Be in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.

As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.

… View moreBe in to win an experience of a lifetime for your child.

As the official coin toss partner for the Blues, Stuff is giving away six experiences for kids across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to take part in the famous ritual at the DHL Super Rugby Pacific and SKY Super Rugby Aupiki home games.

They won't just participate in the toss but will also get to watch the game, visit the commentary box and take home a bunch of goodies. Find out more

Autumn is our favourite time to weed...

Jenny from

Weeding is easiest and most rewarding once the days are cooler and soil becomes moist. Surrounding plants are not drought-stressed, and the weeds can be uprooted, cut or broken down without disturbing desired plants and new native seedlings.

For ecological restoration of a forest edge or … View moreWeeding is easiest and most rewarding once the days are cooler and soil becomes moist. Surrounding plants are not drought-stressed, and the weeds can be uprooted, cut or broken down without disturbing desired plants and new native seedlings.

For ecological restoration of a forest edge or mini-wilderness area, make sure you identify ALL your plants, big and small, wanted and unwanted, including the new ones that have appeared over summer.

Then, consider what will be the likely result from reducing or removing each of the weeds. Which ones first? How much to remove at once? What will replace them, and how quickly?

We can never be sure what Nature will do, but care and experience make the difference between producing an endless cycle of "tidy-ups" in unwelcoming conditions, and producing a haven of unique and unexpected beauty and birdsong, resilient to wind, rain and sun, and resistant to weed invasion.

In areas bordered by forest, our well-tested techniques of weed control support strong, diverse native revegetation, without chemicals or the need for planting.

As a forest edge is freed from weeds, native plant communities form spontaneously. Each native grass, moss, fern, shrub or vine finds its niche.

From ground level to the treetops, there is always something new to discover and watch, all the year round. However, the still, damp days of Autumn are the most lush. Bursting with potential for change: fallen branches creating room for growth; dry leaves and weeds becoming compost; dry bare earth yielding baby ferns and tree seedlings.

Autumn is a beautiful time to explore and enjoy the year's growth, while taking the next steps in restoration.

Mental Health support after the flooding at Highbury House

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

The recent difficult weather has caused a lot of disruption and created challenges for so many people. These can be difficult to cope with, and can challenge our usual coping strategies.

Highbury Community House has worked with the team at the The Grief Centre to bring a free community session … View moreThe recent difficult weather has caused a lot of disruption and created challenges for so many people. These can be difficult to cope with, and can challenge our usual coping strategies.

Highbury Community House has worked with the team at the The Grief Centre to bring a free community session facilitated by counsellors from the Grief Centre to share your experiences with others and to also learn ways to help you cope with the losses, stress and challenges you may be facing.
Please register at events.humanitix.com...

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Heart Foundation

Increase your chances to win this brand-new, fully-furnished home located just north of Auckland in the stunning beachside town of Mangawhai.

Valued at over $1.4 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand-new home features three-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and boasts an open-plan … View moreIncrease your chances to win this brand-new, fully-furnished home located just north of Auckland in the stunning beachside town of Mangawhai.

Valued at over $1.4 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand-new home features three-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and boasts an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental or even sell it. Tickets only $15 – get in quick and purchase more tickets today. Find out more

NEW EARRINGS IN STORE!

Gil Poore from Atelier Blooms Limited

Perfect for anyone who loves stylish and unique jewellery. Whether you prefer celestial-themed jewellery or nature-inspired jewellery, there is something for everyone. The new butterfly cuff without piercing earrings are also a great option for those who do not have pierced ears but still want to … View morePerfect for anyone who loves stylish and unique jewellery. Whether you prefer celestial-themed jewellery or nature-inspired jewellery, there is something for everyone. The new butterfly cuff without piercing earrings are also a great option for those who do not have pierced ears but still want to wear earrings. Make sure to check out these new earrings and add them to your jewellery collection today!

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Saint Patrick's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

17 March is Saint Patrick’s Day. It is the day when Irish communities around the world celebrate their culture with music, dancing, parades, and traditional food and drinks.

May the luck of the Irish be with you! Enjoy your day!

Nominate your household hero to WIN $350!

The Team from NZ Compare

Costs are high making 2023 a tough year already! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?
NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Nominate your household Hero by clicking the button below and be in to WIN $350!
Offer ENDS… View moreCosts are high making 2023 a tough year already! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?
NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Nominate your household Hero by clicking the button below and be in to WIN $350!
Offer ENDS 31st March 2023.

Need more ways to save money? Comparing your power and broadband bills is one way to see if you can save more or simply switch to something that better suits your needs. If you’re paying for it, make sure it works for you!

NZ Compare can help, CLICK HERE TO COMPARE! Nominate your hero!

Experience Ramadan@Glenfield Library

Honour Zhu from Glenfield Library

Come to us on Saturday morning, and find more about the spirit of Ramadan through songs, shows, arts and sweets...😍🥰🤩
See you then🙌

Fridge/freezer

Jane from Hillcrest

Free 191 litres fridge. As I discovered fridge has mechanical problems after we moved to New house.
Freezer working.
Probably can get repaired as it's still new.
Free
Pick up birkenhead
Ph. 0212114785

Free

Are class sizes too big these days?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Primary, secondary and kindergarten teachers are striking this week as they look for a pay offer that meets inflation at 7.2% and makes concessions around staffing issues - in particular, student to teacher ratios.

A ratio of 1 teacher for 23 students applies for year 11 students, however … View morePrimary, secondary and kindergarten teachers are striking this week as they look for a pay offer that meets inflation at 7.2% and makes concessions around staffing issues - in particular, student to teacher ratios.

A ratio of 1 teacher for 23 students applies for year 11 students, however support staff can be counted as teachers so the reality is that class sizes can be much higher.
What do you think are the ideal sizes for classrooms?

Type NFP alongside your comments if you don't wish these to be shared in the We Say You Say column of the local paper.