Beach Haven, Auckland

Making the most of staying at home

The Team from Auckland Council

It isn’t easy when you and your whānau need to stay at home, but Auckland Council has plenty of great ideas and free resources to help you keep moving, connecting and learning. Find out more

Poll: Should your rates be frozen because of Covid-19?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, It's a tough one for many, the prospect of rates rising 3.5 per cent, in these uncertain times. It is easy to say "Freeze!" but that's not as simple as it sounds. What do you think? Read the story here: www.stuff.co.nz...

Should your rates be frozen because of Covid-19?

• Rates should rise 3.5 pc but with easy help for those in need
• Rates should be frozen for all ratepayers
• Rates should rise, but by less that 3.5 pc, with help for those who need it

Vote View Results

• 7.1% Rates should rise 3.5 pc but with easy help for those in need
  7.1% Complete
• 83.3% Rates should be frozen for all ratepayers
  83.3% Complete
• 9.6% Rates should rise, but by less that 3.5 pc, with help for those who need it
  9.6% Complete

3030 votes

Thanks so much to all NZ Gardener readers!

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

I just wanted to update everyone as to what is happening with the next copy of your favourite magazine. With the current restrictions we aren’t able to print or distribute at the moment, but we are working hard on a fantastic May issue for you and it will be on sale as soon as the restrictions … View moreI just wanted to update everyone as to what is happening with the next copy of your favourite magazine. With the current restrictions we aren’t able to print or distribute at the moment, but we are working hard on a fantastic May issue for you and it will be on sale as soon as the restrictions ease! I am hearing from so many readers right now about how their gardens have never been more important to them than they are now, so I want to ensure you get your NZ Gardener, packed with beautiful pictures, expert advice, inspiration and information as quickly as possible, so you can enjoy your own garden even more. Meanwhile, when you do your next shop, we’d love it if you could pick up a copy of the April issue which is on sale now (you can add a copy to your online shop too). As you’ve probably heard on the news it is a tough time for magazines right now, and we are incredibly grateful for the support of our regular readers and (especially!) our subscribers. If you are in a position to subscribe, or share your own love of plants and gardening by buying a subscription as a gift for someone else, then we’d be incredibly grateful: mags4gifts.co.nz.... Stay safe and enjoy the extra time in your garden everyone! Jo

Awesome 'Bears' and Eggs

Janet from Glenfield

Some people are putting a great effort in to lifting our spirits. Thanks to the creators of these wonderful sights.

Former military intelligence officer charged with intimidation

Catrin Owen Reporter from North Shore Times

Our parks ARE open

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Our parks ARE open. Signs like these are confusing, but they are actually referring to specific assets with the parks not the parks themselves...
All vehicle gates in parks should be closed to stop vehicles entering, but you can still walk in. Some specific bush tracks have been closed where kauri … View moreOur parks ARE open. Signs like these are confusing, but they are actually referring to specific assets with the parks not the parks themselves...
All vehicle gates in parks should be closed to stop vehicles entering, but you can still walk in. Some specific bush tracks have been closed where kauri are at risk, but all others are open.
All playgrounds are closed (and are not being cleaned). Please do not use the drinking fountains, exercise equipment, BBQs, seats, picnic tables, basketball courts, etc. COVID-19 can be transmitted through touching surfaces.
Stay 2m from everyone at all times, both walking to/from and around the park.
See my earlier post here for more information:
www.neighbourly.co.nz...

Who do you miss most during lockdown?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, From grandparents to best friends, mums to grandchildren – Kiwis have opened up about who they miss the most two weeks into the coronavirus lockdown and shared messages for loved ones outside their bubbles in a touching video created by an Auckland-based production company. Who do … View moreHi neighbours, From grandparents to best friends, mums to grandchildren – Kiwis have opened up about who they miss the most two weeks into the coronavirus lockdown and shared messages for loved ones outside their bubbles in a touching video created by an Auckland-based production company. Who do you miss most during lockdown? Warning: The video in this story may make your eyes leak.

The other Nurse Jenny: Kiwi cared for UK's most famous prime minister 60 years ago

Torika Tokalau Reporter from North Shore Times

A Kiwi nurse, praised for her efforts in treating British leader Boris Johnson during his hospitalis…

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How we are tackling COVID-19

Shorecare Urgent Care Smales Farm

Hi Neighbours! Just popping by to update you on a couple of things.

Please note that when you come by to visit us at Smales Farm, you will be asked a few questions before entering our clinic. This is for our safety and yours. We may even ask you to return to your car.

We are also not taking … View moreHi Neighbours! Just popping by to update you on a couple of things.

Please note that when you come by to visit us at Smales Farm, you will be asked a few questions before entering our clinic. This is for our safety and yours. We may even ask you to return to your car.

We are also not taking any cash payments, PayWave only or you may be sent away with an invoice to pay online.

Finally, during this outbreak, our Northcross clinic is closed for all urgent care matters. This is now a COVID-19 testing centre only. You must have spoken to our team and have been booked an appointment. Please do not simply turn up. You will be sent away by security. For more information on this, check out our website.

Thanks so much for your patience and cooperation! Keep safe team! Find out more

FREE TAI CHI ONLINE

JoJo from Beach Haven

For those of us who may not be as young as we once were, here is a great opportunity for some FREE low impact TAI CHI

Email kungfuworld@cnsst.org.nz to register

Police warn about extortion email scam with victims handing over $1900 worth of bitcoin

Auckland Reporters Reporter from North Shore Times

Victims have paid scammers after being told their computer has been hacked and they've been looking …

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Where to find your favourite Hot Cross Buns in lockdown?

The Team Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Who loves Hot Cross Buns? Nothing beats the smell of a freshly toasted hot cross bun, but as Easter this year will be spent in coronavirus lockdown and your favourite bakery or cafe is closed, we've put together a list of some of the best spices buns you can find or if you're feeling … View moreWho loves Hot Cross Buns? Nothing beats the smell of a freshly toasted hot cross bun, but as Easter this year will be spent in coronavirus lockdown and your favourite bakery or cafe is closed, we've put together a list of some of the best spices buns you can find or if you're feeling adventurous why not make them.
My personal favourites are from Daily Bread. What's your favourite thing about Easter?

Philippe Meyer's Pork Rillettes & Focaccia

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

It was a great day, when Philippe Meyer agreed to work at the New Zealand School of Food and Wine, way back in 2001. Trained as a chef in Switzerland, Philippe came to New Zealand for his OE and never left. For our 25th Anniversary Cooking demonstration he presented his special Pork Rillettes and … View moreIt was a great day, when Philippe Meyer agreed to work at the New Zealand School of Food and Wine, way back in 2001. Trained as a chef in Switzerland, Philippe came to New Zealand for his OE and never left. For our 25th Anniversary Cooking demonstration he presented his special Pork Rillettes and crunchy Focaccia bread recipe.
Read the full story and recipe's below.

Coronavirus: Kids write 'heartwarming' letters to Auckland retirees during Covid-19 lockdown

Danielle Clent Reporter from North Shore Times

Can you help us help our frontline this Easter?

ShieldsUp

ShieldsUp is a volunteer driven initiative of over 500 Kiwis, 3D printing, manufacturing and distributing face shields to our medical and emergency heroes across the country facing Covid-19 head on.

Within two weeks, we have delivered over 5,000 face shields, but we are still hearing the calls … View moreShieldsUp is a volunteer driven initiative of over 500 Kiwis, 3D printing, manufacturing and distributing face shields to our medical and emergency heroes across the country facing Covid-19 head on.

Within two weeks, we have delivered over 5,000 face shields, but we are still hearing the calls of many. As the government and DHB’s publicly assure us that all necessary equipment is readily accessible, the demand for our face shields continues to grow daily, with requests for 30,000 shields.

If you would like to help us help them, sign up to volunteer at shieldsup.org.nz, or make a donation to ensure we can continue to produce and distribute our shields to protect our frontline heroes.

ShieldsUp, offering protection to Kiwi’s against COVID-19. Find out more