Birkdale, Auckland

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in October and November.

Got a question for your neighbours?

Got a question for your neighbours?

Post on the newsfeed and let them help!

1202 days ago

Paint a cute cane basket

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Bring some ordinary storage baskets to life using a few Resene testpots of Resene Nero, Resene Glamour Puss and Resene White and some leafy house plants!

Find out how to create your own.

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1202 days ago

Potter Avenue closure and Ko Street and Greenslade Crescent reopening

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Potter Avenue closure and Ko Street and Greenslade Crescent reopening:
To upgrade infrastructure to support the Northcote Redevelopment, Potter Ave will be closed between Ko Street and Kaka Street from the end of July for 2 months:
* Detours will be in place and the Piritahi team will be available … View more
Potter Avenue closure and Ko Street and Greenslade Crescent reopening:
To upgrade infrastructure to support the Northcote Redevelopment, Potter Ave will be closed between Ko Street and Kaka Street from the end of July for 2 months:
* Detours will be in place and the Piritahi team will be available during working hours to help assist pedestrians and resident driveway access
* Kaka Street will be accessible for residents' vehicles only
* Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times.

Road re-openings (dates are subject to change):
* Ko Street will reopen on Thursday 15 July
* Greenslade Crescent will reopen end of August.

For more information, see the attached letter that has been delivered to local residents.

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1204 days ago

Rotary Annual Charity Book Fair, Northcote College

Bob from Northcote

Thank you for all of those who have kindly donated books for this years Annual Charity Book Fair. Our Shipping container is 3/4 full with a week to go. The last drop-off to designated Z Service Stations is Sunday, 11th July but books can be delivered to Northcote College Hall from Monday 12th to … View moreThank you for all of those who have kindly donated books for this years Annual Charity Book Fair. Our Shipping container is 3/4 full with a week to go. The last drop-off to designated Z Service Stations is Sunday, 11th July but books can be delivered to Northcote College Hall from Monday 12th to Wednesday 14th between 10.00 am and 3.00 pm.
The Book Fair will be run from Friday 16th July (11.00am to 7.00pm - with an entry fee for the first hour only, of $10)
Saturday 17th July (9.00am to 5.00pm);
Sunday 18th July (9.00am -3.00pm)
All funds will go back into the community.
Hope to see you there!

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1202 days ago

July Special

Cheree from Bayview

Hello Wonderful Community, here's our special Glenfield Hair Design give us a call (09)443 4686 or come in for a free consultation, We Specialize in PERMS too

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1203 days ago

Book Club for migrants

laura from Auckland North Newcomers Network

Our Book Club will resume Term 3 at the Takapuna Library.
Only NZ Writers will be studied, because literature is a great point of entry into the culture, we have adopted. Our Qualified English Teacher from English Language Partners New Zealand takes the group.
Keen? Register now! (All info on … View more
Our Book Club will resume Term 3 at the Takapuna Library.
Only NZ Writers will be studied, because literature is a great point of entry into the culture, we have adopted. Our Qualified English Teacher from English Language Partners New Zealand takes the group.
Keen? Register now! (All info on poster)

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1203 days ago

Holiday time activities.

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

What educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun … View more
What educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun family holiday.
Don’t forget to have some down time as well!

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1204 days ago

Bobcat digger excavator

Maria from Glenfield

Bobcat Kubota motor
Running well.
Selling because of health reason.
1,7ton
2770 hours
3 buckets
Please contact Peter 0272771904 for more details.

Price: $20,000

1204 days ago

Subject : Sixth Multi-Ethnic Dance Festival 2021

Kamal Prasad from Birkenhead

The NCCNZI would like to request all ethnic communities in New Zealand to join the festival "Sixth Multi-Ethnic Dance Festival 2021" on Saturday, 18 December 2021 at 5.00 pm at Victory Convention Centre, 98 Beaumont Street, Freemans Bay West, Auckland 1010. Also, The NCCNZI is publishing … View moreThe NCCNZI would like to request all ethnic communities in New Zealand to join the festival "Sixth Multi-Ethnic Dance Festival 2021" on Saturday, 18 December 2021 at 5.00 pm at Victory Convention Centre, 98 Beaumont Street, Freemans Bay West, Auckland 1010. Also, The NCCNZI is publishing first issue of "The Culture New Zealand". Please make us available articles from ethnic communities about culture of country of origin
Please contact Kamal ( 021 180 2619), Darshan ( 027 705 0827 )
Email : presidentnccnzi@gmail.com

A3 Poster 2021.pdf Download View

1205 days ago

Plastic Free July – Take up the challenge.

The Team from Auckland Council

Each year hundreds of thousands of Kiwis take the PLASTIC FREE JULY challenge and make a real difference by refusing single-use plastics. Join the movement today!

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1205 days ago

Gst free months 15% off for July

Shade Design

Check out your local and affordable shade and shelter experts today and see how the friendly and experienced team can help enhance your outdoor space.

GST Free Month!!!! 15% off anything quoted and accepted before the 20th of July.

Check us out @ www.shadedesign.co.nz or give us a call … View more
Check out your local and affordable shade and shelter experts today and see how the friendly and experienced team can help enhance your outdoor space.

GST Free Month!!!! 15% off anything quoted and accepted before the 20th of July.

Check us out @ www.shadedesign.co.nz or give us a call today on 0223424082 and make the most of the winter special.
Find out more

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1206 days ago

What have you got for good feng shui in your garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, the July issue of NZ Gardener features the courtyard garden of feng shui expert Boon Yap in her Taipa home. She's also shared some practical tips on getting good feng shui in your garden.

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1206 days ago

Art Class for Beginners in Birkenhead

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

This term we will be using pattern to define our creations being inspired by the artists Mondrian and Matisse for some of our references.

Using real life to inspire the basis for the abstraction and pattern, beginning with working drawings and using mixed media to explore the art making process.

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This term we will be using pattern to define our creations being inspired by the artists Mondrian and Matisse for some of our references.

Using real life to inspire the basis for the abstraction and pattern, beginning with working drawings and using mixed media to explore the art making process.

I welcome you to come and enjoy the flow of your creativity...



DATES: Thursday 29th July – Thursday 16th September 2021 (8 weeks)

TIME: 10.45am – 12.45pm

COST: $165.00 (GST inc)



The cost of materials is included in the course fee. Payment in full

will secure your place in the programme.

Number of Participants – 8



For further information and enrolments contact

Admin@highburyhouse.org.nz

Or phone Highbury Community House on 09 480 5279

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1206 days ago

LGBT teens meet up

The Team from Highbury Community House Inc

Join us at Highbury Community House on Sunday the 18th July 1-3pm for a Gaymes afternoon. For the students by the students. Meet other teens in the Kaipatiki area. No cost involved.

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1209 days ago

Locals fume after approval of earthworks for replacement Huia Water Treatment Plant

Reporter Auckland Stuff

Local groups in west Auckland are “bitterly disappointed” after resource consent was granted in relation to the replacement of a water treatment plant. They claim Auckland Council ignored expert advice on the risks for the project to spread kauri dieback disease.

Watercare had applied for … View more
Local groups in west Auckland are “bitterly disappointed” after resource consent was granted in relation to the replacement of a water treatment plant. They claim Auckland Council ignored expert advice on the risks for the project to spread kauri dieback disease.

Watercare had applied for resource consent to carry out earthworks and vegetation removal for the upcoming replacement of the Huia Water Treatment Plant.

Titirangi Protection Group’s (TPG) spokeswoman Belynda Groot said “it’s totally wrong” for consent to be given after abundant evidence from kauri dieback and ecology experts at the resource consent hearing in April this year advised against the build.

Click the link below to read the full story.

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1206 days ago

Fabrication apprenticeship available in Rosedale.

Competenz

SRS group have highly skilled engineers that are able to pass on their skills and knowledge in this Junior Fabricator apprenticeship position available now!

Do you know someone who might be interested in this opportunity? Get in touch now

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