Belmont, Auckland

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1267 days ago

Find your perfect escape with Active Adventures

Active Adventures

Enjoy 25 years of local knowledge paired with extreme attention to detail on Active Adventures unmatched, all-inclusive trips exploring the most beautiful landscapes of Aotearoa.

Experience the rugged beauty of the West Coast on the 5-day ‘Gecko’ adventure or fall into the rhythm of nature … View more
Enjoy 25 years of local knowledge paired with extreme attention to detail on Active Adventures unmatched, all-inclusive trips exploring the most beautiful landscapes of Aotearoa.

Experience the rugged beauty of the West Coast on the 5-day ‘Gecko’ adventure or fall into the rhythm of nature as you sample three Great Walks and spend the night on Doubtful Sound on the 5-day ‘Takahe’ trip. All those new adventures have been designed for Kiwis and tested by them.

Save $200 by quoting STUFF200 before June 30 or visit activeadventures.com to find your escape.
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1267 days ago

The COVID conundrum

Alison Chamberlain from Rotary North Harbour

“Should sports teams and athletes compete overseas during the Covid-19 pandemic?”

Rotary North Harbour’s Great Debate between Carmel College and Westlake Girls High School thrashed this out with counter arguments and rebuttals interspersed with humour.

The teams, in order of speaking, … View more
“Should sports teams and athletes compete overseas during the Covid-19 pandemic?”

Rotary North Harbour’s Great Debate between Carmel College and Westlake Girls High School thrashed this out with counter arguments and rebuttals interspersed with humour.

The teams, in order of speaking, included Members of Parliament:

Affirmative (Carmel College) - Madison Lockyer, Annabel Rhodes, MP David Seymour (Epsom), Ella Copley

Negative (Westlake Girls High School) - Aneta Du, Grace Chen, Lily Qi, MP Chlöe Swarbrick (Auckland Central)

A coin toss to delegate affirmative or negative roles half an hour before the start left limited time to prepare arguments. However both teams are very experienced debaters, the MPs perhaps less so with the strict rules of debate 😆, but they certainly brought a different approach.

The venue was packed and the adjudicators from the Auckland Debating Society congratulated both teams on their level of debating skills before awarding the moot to the negative.

An entertaining event that provided the students with a wonderful opportunity for personal development and interaction with sitting MPs whilst raising funds for Rotary projects.

Thanks to Partners Life Insurance for their sponsorship

Look out for next year’s debate.

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1267 days ago

Daffodil Day Area Coordinators

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Can you commit a few hours per week for the weeks leading up to Daffodil Day for our street appeal on Friday 27th August and Saturday 28th August? A current driver’s license and a car/vehicle will be needed as you will be required to drive around on Daffodil Day to ensure our collectors have … View moreCan you commit a few hours per week for the weeks leading up to Daffodil Day for our street appeal on Friday 27th August and Saturday 28th August? A current driver’s license and a car/vehicle will be needed as you will be required to drive around on Daffodil Day to ensure our collectors have their high visibility vests, eftpos machines, buckets and receive lots of support. If you are confident adapting to new software systems this will be a bonus! Our aim is to reduce the incidence and impact of cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand. We are here to help and support people with cancer, and their whanau. In the first instance and for more detailed information, please email your interest including your best contact number to Sudha Bhana Manager Volunteering sbhana@akcansoc.org.nz

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1267 days ago

Rotary Annual Charity Book Fair, Northcote College

Bob from Northcote

We are underway with collecting second hand books for our Annual Charity Book Fair - traditionally being one of the largest in Auckland. From this Saturday 12th June, books can be dropped off at 6, Z service stations as listed on the accompanying flyer. We are grateful for your continued support. … View moreWe are underway with collecting second hand books for our Annual Charity Book Fair - traditionally being one of the largest in Auckland. From this Saturday 12th June, books can be dropped off at 6, Z service stations as listed on the accompanying flyer. We are grateful for your continued support. All funds raised go back to the community through support to schools and funding of community programmes and projects.

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1268 days ago

RMHC® New Zealand Annual Appeal

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Help us house families with hospitalised children. Join the fight to fund a night. Find out more

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1272 days ago

We Say/You Say: Waiheke Marina

The Team from Community News

Kia ora Auckland,

Should the proposed marina on Waiheke Island get the green light?

Construction on Waiheke Island's Kennedy Point marina is to continue after an out of court settlement was made between campaigners and developers.

Four years of court proceedings have been withdrawn by… View more
Kia ora Auckland,

Should the proposed marina on Waiheke Island get the green light?

Construction on Waiheke Island's Kennedy Point marina is to continue after an out of court settlement was made between campaigners and developers.

Four years of court proceedings have been withdrawn by Save Kennedy Point (SKP), after Kennedy Point Boatharbour Limited said they would put the welfare of a little blue penguin colony front of mind.

As part of the settlement, the developers have agreed to forgo all recent costs orders made against SKP and to not seek further costs from them.

SKP was facing bills of almost $250,000 sought by the developers and Auckland Council.

In more recent developments, the group has announced they will hīkoi to Parliament to deliver a petition asking Environment Minister David Parker take the case back to the Environment Court.

The petition, which already has 8500 signatures, was started by Uri o Ngāri Pāoa, who are occupying the beach at Kennedy Point.

What do you think about the proposal? Share your comments below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want them featured in your local community paper.

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1269 days ago

Cross the bridge for Cancer Society

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Lace up your running shoes Auckland, it’s time to get fit for a great cause!

Run or walk the ASB Auckland Marathon on 31 October for the Cancer Society and you’ll boost your motivation while supporting local people with cancer. Choose from 11km, 21km or the full 42km – all options include… View more
Lace up your running shoes Auckland, it’s time to get fit for a great cause!

Run or walk the ASB Auckland Marathon on 31 October for the Cancer Society and you’ll boost your motivation while supporting local people with cancer. Choose from 11km, 21km or the full 42km – all options include crossing the iconic Harbour Bridge.

Pledge to fundraise $1500 and the first 30 people to reach that goal will get their entry fee repaid!
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1269 days ago

10% discount

Shade Design

With not only our years of experience and our own very high standards; we bring you, free of charge, the friendliest service with the most knowledgeable and best-looking team in the industry.

10% discount !! Any job quoted and accepted from June 12th - July 20th, 2021 we will take off 15% !!!!!!… View more
With not only our years of experience and our own very high standards; we bring you, free of charge, the friendliest service with the most knowledgeable and best-looking team in the industry.

10% discount !! Any job quoted and accepted from June 12th - July 20th, 2021 we will take off 15% !!!!!!

We make for you Awnings, Canopies, Carports, Outdoor Screens, Shade Sails, Contract Fabrication and Installation

Give us a call or book a free quote to see what our friendly and experienced team can do to maximise your outdoor living area.
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1272 days ago

Government announces $685 million cycling and walking bridge for Auckland's Waitematā Harbour

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora koutou. A new bridge costing $685 million is to be built for walkers and cyclists crossing Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour.

It is hoped construction can begin mid-2022, in a plan unveiled just five days after cycling lobbyists broke through a police barrier and rode over the existing … View more
Kia ora koutou. A new bridge costing $685 million is to be built for walkers and cyclists crossing Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour.

It is hoped construction can begin mid-2022, in a plan unveiled just five days after cycling lobbyists broke through a police barrier and rode over the existing Harbour Bridge, demanding action.

Transport Minister Michael Wood said once begun, the new structure is expected to take five years to complete, and work will continue on interim use of existing harbour bridge lanes for cycling and walking.

“A stand-alone structure is the safest option that will not only provide a walking and cycling option for commuters but creates an outstanding piece of tourism infrastructure,” said Wood.

What do you all think of the announcement? Let us know in the comments and click 'read more' for Todd Niall's full report.

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1270 days ago

Doors and door jambs

Chand from Northcote

Double and single doors with door jambs
All white- 1.9m
Free to collect from beach haven

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1275 days ago

What does "urban" mean when it comes to your rates bill ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora Neighbours, When is urban not urban? That was one of the biggest debates when Auckland's latest rate rise was set at an average 5 per cent. There's extra pain for thousands of fringe properties now rated urban, when they say they are not getting an urban "deal". Are you … View moreKia ora Neighbours, When is urban not urban? That was one of the biggest debates when Auckland's latest rate rise was set at an average 5 per cent. There's extra pain for thousands of fringe properties now rated urban, when they say they are not getting an urban "deal". Are you ? Read the story below:

1271 days ago

Cash for your wrecked car! Call us 0800 500 001

The Team from AAA Auto Parts

Hi 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
* Same day … View more
Hi 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
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
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1271 days ago

Soccer boots

Joseph from Takapuna

Like new, barely used.
Including shinguards and long socks
Pick up in Park Ave, Northcote.

P/s: selling as well a laptop/tablet convertible, and back-up adapter with SD card

Price: $55

1272 days ago

RMHC® New Zealand Annual Appeal

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Help us house families with hospitalised children. Join the fight to fund a night. Find out more

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1275 days ago

Poll: Should Waka Kotahi NZTA allow a cycle lane trial over the Auckland Harbour Bridge?

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora koutou. Two lanes on the Auckland Harbour Bridge were closed for a period on Sunday, as cyclists took over two northbound lanes.

The rally was organised by Bike Auckland, which is calling for Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency to allocate one of the structure’s eight lanes to cyclists for … View more
Kia ora koutou. Two lanes on the Auckland Harbour Bridge were closed for a period on Sunday, as cyclists took over two northbound lanes.

The rally was organised by Bike Auckland, which is calling for Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency to allocate one of the structure’s eight lanes to cyclists for three months over summer, when traffic is at its quietest.

Bike Auckland chairwoman Barb Cuthbert​ said securing a way across the Waitematā Harbour for cyclists was “the most important cycling issue in Auckland”.

But NZTA spokesman Brett Gliddon said making traffic lanes on the Harbour Bridge available to cyclists in the short term was “not as simple as some advocates imply”.

“The bridge was not designed for a walking and cycling function, and there are true and genuine safety and wider network issues that need to be worked through and balanced,” he said.

What do you think: Should Waka Kotahi NZTA allow a cycle lane trial over the Auckland Harbour Bridge? Vote in the poll below or share your thoughts in the comments.

Read more here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should Waka Kotahi NZTA allow a cycle lane trial over the Auckland Harbour Bridge?
  • 17.2% Yes - The NZTA should at least allow a cyclist trial to see what happens
    17.2% Complete
  • 9% Yes - North Shore residents have waited long enough for a cyclist crossing
    9% Complete
  • 43.1% No - Giving a lane to cyclists will cause more traffic jams
    43.1% Complete
  • 30.7% No - It would be unsafe for cyclists and motorists
    30.7% Complete
355 votes
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