Beach Haven, Auckland

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Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village

Our guide gives you a glimpse into the lifestyle that a Ryman village offers. As well as guiding you through the retirement living and care options available.

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Favourite discoveries on NZ travels

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small … View moreHi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small towns do you think deserve more visitors than they get? Please remember your comment may be included in an article unless you state that you don't want it to be. Cheers.

A very special offer for NZ businesses…

Neighbourly.co.nz

We know things are still pretty tough for some small businesses right now, but it’s more important than ever for you to stay present.

So, we’d love to offer you something special, to say thanks for being an important part of your community.

We’re offering you a Premium Business Listing… View moreWe know things are still pretty tough for some small businesses right now, but it’s more important than ever for you to stay present.

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Granny Flat available for rent

Sharlene from Birkdale

We have a 3 bedroom downstairs granny flat with separate entrance that will be available from next week. The flat is partly furnished and has a full kitchen that was installed in Feb 2020. Property is full fenced. Located on Stott Ave in Birkdale. In zone for Kauri Park School and Birkdale Primary.… View moreWe have a 3 bedroom downstairs granny flat with separate entrance that will be available from next week. The flat is partly furnished and has a full kitchen that was installed in Feb 2020. Property is full fenced. Located on Stott Ave in Birkdale. In zone for Kauri Park School and Birkdale Primary.
Rent is $475 per week plus expenses. Looking for friendly, neat and tidy tenants. Preferably no more than 3 people. No smokers and no pets please as we have 2 small kids living upstairs.

The Resilience Project: The Kiwis looking to God for guidance during crisis

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Bowel Cancer – You’re never too young

Bowel Cancer

Bowel cancer can strike at any age. Each year about 3,000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with the disease and more than 1,200 will die. That’s as many as breast and prostate cancer combined. But it is treatable – and beatable – if detected early enough. Check your symptoms

Westlake Boys High School reviews rules after students told to cover up tā moko

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Auckland Council agency to build apartments trialling new wheelchair access rules

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Disability advocates welcome new accessible development which could pave the way for further housing projects.

Do you think there is enough housing for people with access needs?

COVID-19 – an important health message to our community

The Team from Counties Manukau Health

A positive case of COVID-19, has seen a short term return to Alert Level 3.

In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances, compassionate grounds, or birthing partners, family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital.

Compassionate or exceptional … View moreA positive case of COVID-19, has seen a short term return to Alert Level 3.

In Alert Level 3 of our COVID-19 response, unless there are exceptional circumstances, compassionate grounds, or birthing partners, family are not able to visit loved ones in hospital.

Compassionate or exceptional ground could include a family member to support:
● A patient through end of life care;
● Someone who has been in hospital for a long time
● A child in hospital
● Women giving birth in a maternity facility

Whaanau who want to visit a patient need to request this in advance. The decision will be made by a lead clinician.

You can stay connected with your loved ones by calling, emailing or texting them.

For information and contact details for all our sites visit:
www.countiesmanukau.health.nz Find out more

Recycle Reuse Relove

The Team from Red Cross Shop Wairau Park

Hi everyone,
This week, we want to raise awareness about sustainability and how everyone can help reduce waste by simply embracing this idea: Recycle, Reuse, Relove.
RECYCLE
Most of us love shopping and buying something new, but do we also think about the things we throw out?
It’s a shame to send… View moreHi everyone,
This week, we want to raise awareness about sustainability and how everyone can help reduce waste by simply embracing this idea: Recycle, Reuse, Relove.
RECYCLE
Most of us love shopping and buying something new, but do we also think about the things we throw out?
It’s a shame to send functional, good quality items to landfill when someone else could still reuse and benefit from them.
REUSE
The exciting news is that many people are recycling by giving good stuff to charity, so that others have the opportunity to reuse and relove them.
Give pre-loved items a chance to be reused by donating them to your local Red Cross Shop!
RELOVE
Come in and have a look at the great things we have received in our Red Cross Shops. You might find something to reuse, and even relove.
The best part: every dollar spent in the shop goes to help vulnerable people in communities across New Zealand and around the world.

Do you know what to plant in the garden right now?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.

Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow… View moreThis week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.

Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and make a feeding station for native birds. Plus go in the draw for strawberry packs from Tui and copies of NZ Gardener’s August issue.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

OPEN DAY PARTY!

Casey from Pets in the City - Wairau Park

You may know by now we have our new location opening in Silverdale! Follow the link to our Facebook Event page and check out all the details!

Citizen Science Information Drop-In-Session

The Team from Kaipātiki Project Environmental Centre

Pest Free Kaipātiki Restoration Society's
Citizen Science Month
1st - 31st August 2020
Invite you to - Drop-in session Sunday 9th August 1:30pm - 4:30pm
at Birkenhead Senior Citizens Hall, 251 Hinemoa St, Birkenhead
All welcome. Gather your family and friends and enjoy the event. There will … View morePest Free Kaipātiki Restoration Society's
Citizen Science Month
1st - 31st August 2020
Invite you to - Drop-in session Sunday 9th August 1:30pm - 4:30pm
at Birkenhead Senior Citizens Hall, 251 Hinemoa St, Birkenhead
All welcome. Gather your family and friends and enjoy the event. There will be activities and instructions suitable for the whole family. Refreshments provided. Activities include Predator Monitoring, Bird counts, Invertebrate monitoring, Pest plant reporting, Freshwater Monitoring, The Big Kauri Count, and more.
Pest Free Kaipātiki
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Business as usual

The Team from

Yep, that’s right. After four months we have reopened and it’s business as usual. Need a reminder of what we're all about?

We are urgent care specialists providing excellent care for acute illness, minor injuries and fracture management.

No appointment needed, just walk in. Open … View moreYep, that’s right. After four months we have reopened and it’s business as usual. Need a reminder of what we're all about?

We are urgent care specialists providing excellent care for acute illness, minor injuries and fracture management.

No appointment needed, just walk in. Open daily 8am-8pm.

We offer FREE ACC and after-hours visits for children under 14, plus subsidised consults for community services cardholders.

Hope to see you round! Visit us online

Auckland 4-year-old 'thriving' a year after being given just weeks to live

Danielle Clent Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, a year ago, Olivia Clark didn’t think she would get to celebrate another Christmas or birthday with her young daughter.
Now, after four open-heart surgeries, Luna is “absolutely thriving”.