Birkdale, Auckland

1596 days ago

New Playground at Portsea Reserve

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

The Portsea Reserve playground in Chatswood is now open! Great to see lots of families there yesterday evening! Check it out!
#ShadesailsOverPlaygrounds #Sunsmart #NewPlayground

1598 days ago

Proposed Animal Shelter Closure - Emergency Budget

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

One of the "gotchas" in council's Emergency Budget is the proposal to close one of the three council-run animal shelters (Henderson, Manukau or Silverdale), plus close the animal shelter on Waiheke Island, to save $300,000. I can only imagine what this will mean for the animals … View moreOne of the "gotchas" in council's Emergency Budget is the proposal to close one of the three council-run animal shelters (Henderson, Manukau or Silverdale), plus close the animal shelter on Waiheke Island, to save $300,000. I can only imagine what this will mean for the animals usually taken to one of those shelters.
However, my understanding is that the animal shelters are all funded from dog registration fees, impound fees, adoption fees and infringement fees, which according to the Dog Control Act 1996 can only be spent on dog control activities. So the money saved by closing the shelters would need to either be reinvested into dog control, or given back to dog owners. I don't see how it could be used to help plug council's budget gap...
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Please have your say on the budget here:
akhaveyoursay.nz/emergency-budget

Consultation is open until 19 June.

Download PDFs of the consultation document and supporting information here: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

Pictured: Sprocket.

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1597 days ago

Enhance your outdoor living area

Easiroll

Hi neighbours, I am Rodney from Easiroll Roofing Ltd. We are specialists in the supply of roofing materials for your outdoor areas like Pergolas etc.

We can offer advice and guidance on the right products for you to use for your projects.

Recently there is a growing demand for pergoals with… View more
Hi neighbours, I am Rodney from Easiroll Roofing Ltd. We are specialists in the supply of roofing materials for your outdoor areas like Pergolas etc.

We can offer advice and guidance on the right products for you to use for your projects.

Recently there is a growing demand for pergoals with a Flat Look like Glass but without the associated high cost. We have several options that fit the bill and look great.

One option is custom glaze. This is very cost-effective, easy to install, comes in a range of colours and sizes.

Give us a call now for prices and details:
0800 654 895
www.easiroll.co.nz
Visit us online

1597 days ago

GARAGE SALE X 2

Noel from Birkdale

Heaps of items some free items others $1-00 to $30-00. Tools; handyman items; screws; kitchen items; 20 baskets that have been used for drying herbs; cupboard; steel 2 drawer cabinet; general items; some collectables; wooden planter boxes; Butterfly Trees(Buddlea) Some clothing suitable for younger… View moreHeaps of items some free items others $1-00 to $30-00. Tools; handyman items; screws; kitchen items; 20 baskets that have been used for drying herbs; cupboard; steel 2 drawer cabinet; general items; some collectables; wooden planter boxes; Butterfly Trees(Buddlea) Some clothing suitable for younger girl (5 years onwards).
Saturday 13 and Sunday 14. Doors will open at 9am close 3pm both days. Restock will take place for Sunday as not enough room in garage for all items. CASH ONLY Address 50 GATMAN STREET BIRKDALE

1597 days ago

New Zealand Wines!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

The Certificate in NZ Wine runs over 4 sessions and is followed by an Advanced programme of another 4 sessions.

This week we have enjoyed tasting and learning about innovative estates such as Burn Cottage from Central Otago, Heron’s Flight who make an exceptional Sangiovese in Matakana. Always… View more
The Certificate in NZ Wine runs over 4 sessions and is followed by an Advanced programme of another 4 sessions.

This week we have enjoyed tasting and learning about innovative estates such as Burn Cottage from Central Otago, Heron’s Flight who make an exceptional Sangiovese in Matakana. Always a pleasure to taste the wines of Hans and Therese Herzog and we savoured the Mistral, a blend of 60% Viognier, 20% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne.

Te Mata’s Cape Crest showcases Hawkes Bay barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc and is interesting to compare with Sancerre from Henri Bourgeois also the owner of Clos Henri. Pegasus Bay’s Finale is New Zealand best example of a Sauternes style with deliciously ripe Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc.

Learning about New Zealand’s wine geography and tasting some special wines along the way is always rewarding.

The wines that were tasted were -
- Hans Herzog Estate, Mistral 2016
- Burn Cottage Vineyard, Pinot Noir 2016
- Te Mata Estate Winery, Caupe Crest Sauvignon Blanc 2017
- Heron's Flight Vineyard - Matakana, Amphora Sangiovese 2016
- Pegasus Bay Winery, Finale 2017
- Henri Bourgeois Sancerre, 2018 (Clos Henri Vineyard)

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1597 days ago

Fitness space

SPARTAFIT

Personal Trainers and coaches looking for a space to train your own clients in a non judgemental clean safe facility.

Currently we have independent trainers sharing the space paying per client or per week if they already have regular clients.

Happy to work with you, there is capacity for one … View more
Personal Trainers and coaches looking for a space to train your own clients in a non judgemental clean safe facility.

Currently we have independent trainers sharing the space paying per client or per week if they already have regular clients.

Happy to work with you, there is capacity for one more trainer so get in touch if you are interested thanks

North shore

1598 days ago

Level 10. Quality & Service Builder

Bruce from

NEWS FLASH: Sunday 24th May. Councils don't require Permits for SMALL construction at home. Don't try this yourself, I can help, your BIG saving is all the Council Drama and Costs.

I can supply and install your Garden sleep-out too.

Have you found that your lovely home needs a little … View more
NEWS FLASH: Sunday 24th May. Councils don't require Permits for SMALL construction at home. Don't try this yourself, I can help, your BIG saving is all the Council Drama and Costs.

I can supply and install your Garden sleep-out too.

Have you found that your lovely home needs a little TLC, here and there or that the odd room or two needs some work.

Your lovely Kitchen and Bathroom, the heavy work areas for you and your family haven't quite performed the way you would like them too anymore.

You don't know where to start with any of these situations. I'm offering my time to come and spend with you, for FREE, to talk thru and around anything you would like.

The past couple of months, have really shown you, where your home is not really what you like anymore, and you need some help.

I'm here, Bruce 021 212 1480 to make a time, which suits you, to look at everything together.

1598 days ago

Storage Winter Special

Suzanne from Storage 4 You Ltd

We have a special on units between 1.3 and 25.2 cubic metres.
Pay for the first 2 months and the 3rd is free! Pop in and see us so we can show you some options. Will suit Furniture Storage, Office Storage and Commercial Storage.

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1598 days ago

Our centres are fully operational.

NumberWorks'nWords Birkenhead

It’s an exciting time for the kids re-entering the classroom, socialising with friends and getting reacquainted with the teachers.
If you’re a little unsure about how the isolation period may have affected your child’s learning journey, we are here to help.
Our tutoring program is well … View more
It’s an exciting time for the kids re-entering the classroom, socialising with friends and getting reacquainted with the teachers.
If you’re a little unsure about how the isolation period may have affected your child’s learning journey, we are here to help.
Our tutoring program is well positioned to meet the needs of your 5 - 16 year old one question at a time so it's not overwhelming.
We offer catch up, extension and exam prep programs.

Give us a call today to have a chat with one of our experts.

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1598 days ago

Proposed Asset Sales - Emergency Budget

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Here's another "gotcha" in council's Emergency Budget:
Auckland Council sells around $24 million of assets each year, but this time it is budgeting to sell an additional $200 million of assets = $224 million!

Attached are lists of parkland that council has identified to … View more
Here's another "gotcha" in council's Emergency Budget:
Auckland Council sells around $24 million of assets each year, but this time it is budgeting to sell an additional $200 million of assets = $224 million!

Attached are lists of parkland that council has identified to potentially sell.
From the Kaipātiki Local Board area it includes:
* Rosie Bolt Reserve - R25 Alfred Street, Northcote Point
* Rangatira Reserve - R105 Stott Avenue, Beach Haven
* Lynn Reserve - R107 Lynn Road, Bayview
* Land off Verbena Road, Birkdale (paper road on the bend?)

The list doesn't include land parcel numbers, only addresses, so it is difficult to tell whether council has identified whole parks, or parts of park for sale. It's also not clear why these particular parks have been identified, but in some cases could be purchase enquiries from neighbours.
Last year the Kaipatiki Local Board gazetted all park parcels under the Reserves Act and is currently developing an Open Space Management Plan (RMP) for them, so council will have a fight on its hands to sell any of them. But it's still not good news to see them listed as candidates for sale.

Please have your say on the budget here: akhaveyoursay.nz/emergency-budget
Consultation is open until 19 June.
Download PDFs of the consultation document and supporting information here: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

1598 days ago

Fix your veins under Level-1

Doctor from The Vein Centre

We are now in Level 1 with ZERO new or existing cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand. It means it might be a perfect time to fix your veins in The Vein Centre, investing into your healthy legs for years to come. We only offer non surgical, minimally invasive treatment options which are now a "Gold… View moreWe are now in Level 1 with ZERO new or existing cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand. It means it might be a perfect time to fix your veins in The Vein Centre, investing into your healthy legs for years to come. We only offer non surgical, minimally invasive treatment options which are now a "Gold Standard" of care. Our Clinic is Southern Cross affiliated provider, NIB First Choice clinic, at the same time being recognised by all major insurance companies (please check with your policy provider or call us on 09 4445858)

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1599 days ago

Certificate in New Zealand Wine

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Join us to learn about New Zealand wines online. NZQA Certificate in Wine Micro-Credential consists of 4 online interactive sessions, wine tastings and more delivered by Celia Hay.

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1599 days ago

Why a higher rates rise is right for Auckland

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, We would all like to pay less for something - like a rates bill. But you get only what you pay for and the option of a 2.5 per cent rise instead of 3.5, brings risk. What do you think? Read the story below:

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