Beach Haven, Auckland

Birkenhead Artisan market is back! Sat 15th - 9am - 1pm

Amanda Kidd from Birkenhead Artisan Market

The Birkenhead Artisan market is back this coming Sat from 9am - 1pm at it's original location at Highbury House, Birkenhead. 110 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead.

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This weeks entertainment at the Birkenhead RSA!!!

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Various large pot plants

Hayley from Birkenhead

Price negotiable. Lovely various outdoor pot plants no longer needed. Big, tall 1 on left, with pot $90 and other 2 x $60 each, including the pot. No time wasters please. Pick up in Birkenhead.

Price: $60

Have fun in the water

Hilton Brown Swimming

We want you and your family to be confident in the water so that you can enjoy this water nation of ours! We provide lessons for babies, pre-schoolers, school age and adults. Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson. We have locations in both Albany and Hobsonville Find out more

You’re invited to our Open Days.

Arena Living

Come along to our upcoming special Summer Open Days and treat yourself to the perfect summertime treat, a delicious strawberry tart made by our very own chefs. Then join us for a stroll around the village to discover why so many over 65s are choosing to make the move to our … View moreCome along to our upcoming special Summer Open Days and treat yourself to the perfect summertime treat, a delicious strawberry tart made by our very own chefs. Then join us for a stroll around the village to discover why so many over 65s are choosing to make the move to our three North Shore Villages. We have a fabulous selection of low-maintenance homes available now, all with brand-new interiors and spacious open-plan living.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Knightsbridge Village, Windsor Park: Wednesday 12 February 10am – 1pm

Mayfair Village, Northcross: Saturday 15 February 10am – 1pm

Parklane Village, Forrest Hill: Wednesday 19 February 10am – 1pm Find out more

Okura Forest Festival

The team from Friends of Okura Bush (FOOB)

Celebrate our natural world and enjoy amazing music with your family and friends at Auckland's largest environmental awareness music festival!

● Sat 15th Feb 2020, Okura Park (81 Okura River Road)
● 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
● For more info and ticket sales please click here.

This … View moreCelebrate our natural world and enjoy amazing music with your family and friends at Auckland's largest environmental awareness music festival!

● Sat 15th Feb 2020, Okura Park (81 Okura River Road)
● 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
● For more info and ticket sales please click here.

This year your tickets and donations will support Friends of Okura Bush's exciting new project — a boardwalk to protect our ancient coastal forest & rare wildlife.

All tickets purchased go into the draw to win 1 of 3-weekend getaways at the historic Dacre Cottage located on beautiful Karepiro Bay in the Okura Bush Reserve! Winners announced at the festival.

Live Music Lineup:
The Vibes - Knights of the DUB Table - Strangely Arousing - Clap Clap Riot - Soaked Oats - Odds n Ends - Ungus Ungus Ungus (Aus) - Rhythm for the Soul - Levi Sesega - Aro - Mema Wilda + more

See you there!!

PS - Volunteers welcome, get in quick to sign up for your dream job. Learn more

Text tips boost parenting skills through Auckland Uni programme MyTeen

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A parenting programme delivered entirely by text is helping parents improve their skills and reduce stress.

Do you think you will take up this parenting help tool?

KEA Kids News: Unwrapping one of Auckland's new trains from Spain

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Auckland's new trains have started arriving from Spain - and they need to be unwrapped.

Harry Calder, 9, is at the train depot in Onehunga to pull the plastic off for a sneak peak of the trains before they hit the tracks, in this KEA Kids News video bulletin.

To read more, … View moreHi neighbours,

Auckland's new trains have started arriving from Spain - and they need to be unwrapped.

Harry Calder, 9, is at the train depot in Onehunga to pull the plastic off for a sneak peak of the trains before they hit the tracks, in this KEA Kids News video bulletin.

To read more, click here.

Only 9 per cent of Auckland playgrounds protected from deadly New Zealand sun

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Lysander Res Basketball Court Closed for Resurfacing

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Lysander Reserve, Beach Haven: From today, the basketball area will be closed off while permanent surfacing and line-marking is applied to the half-court. The existing surfacing was temporary to allow the basketball court to be available when the rest of the upgrade was opened.
The basketball area … View moreLysander Reserve, Beach Haven: From today, the basketball area will be closed off while permanent surfacing and line-marking is applied to the half-court. The existing surfacing was temporary to allow the basketball court to be available when the rest of the upgrade was opened.
The basketball area is due to reopen on the weekend of 22/23 February.

Is there enough shade at children's playgrounds in Auckland?

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, NZ has the highest rate of melanoma in the world and less than 10% of Auckland's playgrounds have a shade sail to protect kids and parents. Should there be better protection at our playgrounds?
Please type 'NFP' if you don't wish your comment to be published.

YMCA Leotard for sale

Elaine from Bayview

It's for an 8 year old but on the small side we found so would fit a small 8 year old or larger 6 or 7 year old. In excellent condition. $15.00

Free Trial Pre-school gymnastic sessions at YMCA Northcote, Akoranga Drive

Karin from Hillcrest

Bring your toddler and try a class (45 min) for free. Pre-school Gym starts this Tuesday 10.15 (unstructured) and 11.15 (structured for age 3+), Wednesday 10.15 (age 1.5-5 yrs) and Saturday classes. Give office a ring to book your free session. No obligations. Ph 4807099

Pemberton Reserve Upgrade Continues

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

The Pemberton Reserve playground in Bayview is temporarily closed while the final piece of play equipment is installed, the cushion fall is replaced, and new logs are installed to replace the rotten timber edging. The rest of the playground was updated a couple of years ago but unfortunately the … View moreThe Pemberton Reserve playground in Bayview is temporarily closed while the final piece of play equipment is installed, the cushion fall is replaced, and new logs are installed to replace the rotten timber edging. The rest of the playground was updated a couple of years ago but unfortunately the climbing piece was delayed until now.
The project is due to be completed by 24 February 2020.