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1825 days ago

Police training exercise taking place tomorrow

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Auckland Police Search and Rescue team will be conducting helicopter training with the Police Eagle helicopter around the Ngataringa Sports Grounds on the North Shore tomorrow.

The training is expected to run between 7am to 1pm in conjuction with the NZ Defence Force.

They want to … View more
The Auckland Police Search and Rescue team will be conducting helicopter training with the Police Eagle helicopter around the Ngataringa Sports Grounds on the North Shore tomorrow.

The training is expected to run between 7am to 1pm in conjuction with the NZ Defence Force.

They want to reassure residents and people in the area who may hear the helicopter and see Police activity in the area, not to be alarmed.
Read more.

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1825 days ago

North Shore's own Captain Planet protecting a suburban stream

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, has your stream been polluted with silt and you wondered what to do?

Campbell's Bay resident Paula Arkensteyn's story can show you how to protect the environment and keep lazy contractors in check.

1825 days ago

Former teachers at Auckland daycare chain blow whistle on 'unsafe' practices

Josephine Franks Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours, young children are being put at risk by poor hygiene and understaffing at Discoveries Educare, former teachers claim.

The chain was subject to 26 complaints to the Ministry of Education in two years, including allegations of abuse and neglect and insufficient supervision.

But… View more
Kia ora neighbours, young children are being put at risk by poor hygiene and understaffing at Discoveries Educare, former teachers claim.

The chain was subject to 26 complaints to the Ministry of Education in two years, including allegations of abuse and neglect and insufficient supervision.

But Discoveries says the organisation was "committed to [ensuring] the safety and wellbeing of all children that attend its centres".  Read the full story below.

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1825 days ago

PRODUCT RECALL: Villa Maria brand Lightly Sparkling Rosé 2018

Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been affected? Villa Maria Estate Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Lightly Sparkling Rosé 2018 as some bottles may be chipped. This could cause injury if the glass falls into the wine.

Package size and description: The product is sold in a 750ml glass bottle.
Distribution:
-… View more
Have you been affected? Villa Maria Estate Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Lightly Sparkling Rosé 2018 as some bottles may be chipped. This could cause injury if the glass falls into the wine.

Package size and description: The product is sold in a 750ml glass bottle.
Distribution:
- Supermarkets and various liquor outlets throughout New Zealand
- Villa Maria cellar door Marlborough
- Villa Maria cellar door Auckland
- Villa Maria cellar door Hawke’s Bay
- Villa Maria wine sale which took place at the Auckland and Hawke’s Bay cellar doors

Click here for consumer advice.

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1830 days ago

Poll: Would you try a plant-based diet?

Neighbourly.co.nz

A Colmar Brunton survey showed one in three New Zealanders (34 per cent) were reducing their meat consumption or eating no meat at all. Baby boomers were leading the meat-reduction charge, while most vegans and vegetarians were millennials, they found. What about you? Would you try a plant-based … View moreA Colmar Brunton survey showed one in three New Zealanders (34 per cent) were reducing their meat consumption or eating no meat at all. Baby boomers were leading the meat-reduction charge, while most vegans and vegetarians were millennials, they found. What about you? Would you try a plant-based diet? Vote in the poll below.

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Would you try a plant-based diet?
  • 25% Absolutely - I’m open to trying it
    25% Complete
  • 23.5% No way - I love eating meat
    23.5% Complete
  • 14.1% I am already following a plant-based diet
    14.1% Complete
  • 37.3% I regularly eat plant-based but still enjoy meat
    37.3% Complete
2119 votes
1826 days ago

Dare to explore

The Team from Auckland Council

Unleash your kids' imagination with Kia Māia te Whai Dare to Explore.

This free programme for kids aged 5-12 years has over 60 fun-filled activities that'll keep them reading over the summer holidays.
Learn more

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1826 days ago

Cafe Cooking 101!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Learn to make delicious Eggs Benedict, Muffins, Cookies & more over 3 afternoon sessions.
Tue 21, Wed 22, 23 Jan 2020 | 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm.

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1832 days ago

Technology help for Seniors

Len Cooper from Bayswater SeniorNet Inc

Are you all aware that Kiwibank is stopping cheque’s in 2020?

Are you aware that IRD and other Govt Departments will only accept Internet Banking payments from 2020?

Have you noticed that many banks are closing smaller branches, so to do your banking you will need to travel further?

If … View more
Are you all aware that Kiwibank is stopping cheque’s in 2020?

Are you aware that IRD and other Govt Departments will only accept Internet Banking payments from 2020?

Have you noticed that many banks are closing smaller branches, so to do your banking you will need to travel further?

If you are not comfortable with Internet Banking, security of this process, come along to SeniorNet Bayswater and we will assist you to overcome your concerns.

Best first visit is a Wednesday afternoon at 1.00

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1828 days ago

Running buddy group set up following spate of attacks on women

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

A group has been set up to help people find running buddies following four random attacks on women in Auckland while they were exercising.
Facebook group 'Running Mate' was set up on Tuesday afternoon with the intention of getting people to exercise together, as a safety-in-numbers … View more
A group has been set up to help people find running buddies following four random attacks on women in Auckland while they were exercising.
Facebook group 'Running Mate' was set up on Tuesday afternoon with the intention of getting people to exercise together, as a safety-in-numbers initiative.
It comes as police warned four attacks on women who were running or walking alone in the North Shore and West Auckland area may have been linked.
By Friday, it had 341 members, with posts from people all over Auckland keen to find people to go running with.

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1827 days ago

Celebrate the launch of two new Readers Tours with TV Guide!

The Team from Readers Tours

For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the NorthView more
For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and South Island. These new shorter escapes are the perfect length of time for those adventurous seniors who want a taste of the spectacular excursions and sights our country has to offer.

To celebrate the launch of our brand new tours, our friends at TV Guide and Neighbourly are giving away a year’s subscription for TV Guide to one lucky adventurer!

All you have to do is tell us a New Zealand destination you would love to visit via this link and you'll be in the draw to win!

Entries close 19th December 2019.
Go into win

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1828 days ago

Lime and Wave e-scooters to be withdrawn from Auckland streets

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Auckland Council has ordered Lime and Wave e-scooters be removed from the streets by December 6.
E-scooter operators Beam, Flamingo, Jump and Neuron have been successful gaining licences for the next six months, and will collectively be allowed 3200 e-scooters on the streets from December 3.
The … View more
Auckland Council has ordered Lime and Wave e-scooters be removed from the streets by December 6.
E-scooter operators Beam, Flamingo, Jump and Neuron have been successful gaining licences for the next six months, and will collectively be allowed 3200 e-scooters on the streets from December 3.
The e-scooters have self-braking abilities when going down hills and would not operate between 1am and 6am.
Do you think these conditions will make e-scooter use safer? What else should be done? Let us know in the comments.

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