Browns Bay, Auckland

Poll: Should we be taking more action on climate change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With torrential rain and flooding caused by an 'atmospheric river', should this event convince us all that climate change is real and we need to be taking action?

*Add NFP if you don't wish for your comments to be used for We Say You Say in the local papers.*

Should we be taking more action on climate change?

• Yes, we need to do more
• No, there's no such thing as climate change
• I don't know - I'd need more information
• There's nothing we can do about climate change

Vote View Results

• 66.8% Yes, we need to do more
  66.8% Complete
• 10.9% No, there's no such thing as climate change
  10.9% Complete
• 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
  3.9% Complete
• 18.4% There's nothing we can do about climate change
  18.4% Complete

2675 votes

Auckland Flood - Collated and updated information for communities

Training and Communications Coordinator from Auckland North Community and Development Inc. (ANCAD)

AUCKLAND FLOOD - COLLATED INFORMATION
You can find here www.resilientaucklandnorth.org.nz... on ANCAD's Resilient Communities Auckland North website, key, collated information about Auckland's emergency flood situation.

This web page will be updated regularly, so check back when you … View moreAUCKLAND FLOOD - COLLATED INFORMATION
You can find here www.resilientaucklandnorth.org.nz... on ANCAD's Resilient Communities Auckland North website, key, collated information about Auckland's emergency flood situation.

This web page will be updated regularly, so check back when you need to. Information includes key contacts as well as information about: Financial assistance/Advice on your rights/Insurance/Cleaning up after the flood/Waste Disposal (public and private)/Pets/Donations and volunteering/Ethnic Communities/Accessibility...

This is post is made from the team at Auckland North Community and Development (ANCAD).

Queen Bed

Felicity from Murrays Bay

Expensive when new. No longer needed spare Queen bed. Inner sprung mattress and base. Good condition and dry. $150. To collect.

Price: $150

Important Notice - Facilities

The Team from Auckland Council

We are taking a cautious approach to opening our facilities this morning and will open them when and where we safely can. This may mean delayed openings for some and closures for others.

Please check individual facilities for further details such as:
www.aucklandleisure.co.nz...
… View moreWe are taking a cautious approach to opening our facilities this morning and will open them when and where we safely can. This may mean delayed openings for some and closures for others.

Please check individual facilities for further details such as:
www.aucklandleisure.co.nz...
www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz......

Keep an eye on the Auckland Emergency Management website for the latest updates on the storm:
bit.ly...

A Morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield

William Sanders Retirement Village

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include … View moreSir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include being based at the World Health Organization in Geneva, working on non-communicable disease prevention and control with a global focus.

Join us for a morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield as he shares insight into his career and the challenges he faced during uncertain times.

Time: Wednesday 8 February, 10.30am
Location: Online.

Auckland floods: 'Massive crack' as multiple trees smash into Auckland home

Mildred Armah Reporter from North Shore Times

An Auckland family were left fearing for their lives on Friday when raging floodwaters uprooted several trees and brought them crashing down into their North Shore home.

Sherrie Edwards​ was trying to clear some flood water which had made its way down her driveway in Northcote on Friday … View moreAn Auckland family were left fearing for their lives on Friday when raging floodwaters uprooted several trees and brought them crashing down into their North Shore home.

Sherrie Edwards​ was trying to clear some flood water which had made its way down her driveway in Northcote on Friday evening when she heard a “massive crack”.

“It was then followed by a ‘whoosh’ and I looked up, and I was like ‘oh my god’. The whole side of the bank had gone,” Edwards said.

Disposing of storm-related waste

The Team from Auckland Council

To assist Aucklanders in disposing of debris and other storm-related waste on their properties and in the community, as quickly and efficiently as possible, we’ve compiled the following information and advice.

What to expect from flood-damaged building inspections

The Team from Auckland Council

We are undertaking rapid building assessments across the region to determine whether a building is safe to occupy and whether it poses a safety risk to others.

Following an inspection, a building will receive either a white, yellow or red placard – or sticker. Find out what it means by … View moreWe are undertaking rapid building assessments across the region to determine whether a building is safe to occupy and whether it poses a safety risk to others.

Following an inspection, a building will receive either a white, yellow or red placard – or sticker. Find out what it means by clicking on 'Read More'.

Free cloths and household items

Raffaela from Torbay - Long Bay

Be aware this offer is to help family in distress due to flooding. Free clothes, warn jackets, linen duvet and household / kitchen items for free. all has to go by this Wednesday. Long Bay area by appointment only

Free

Rethink.nz is a great way to replace single use bags

Marisse from Murrays Bay

Did you know single use plastic produce bags are being phased out

I’ve purchased these great bags from rethink.nz. How about supporting a great local business.

They’re versatile, come in large and small and keep my produce fresh.

Popup shop setup if you're in the neighbourhood pop in… View moreDid you know single use plastic produce bags are being phased out

I’ve purchased these great bags from rethink.nz. How about supporting a great local business.

They’re versatile, come in large and small and keep my produce fresh.

Popup shop setup if you're in the neighbourhood pop in and say hi. Spread the word - bargains galore in store.

6 Broadway, Newmarket
Mon-Fri 10am-5:30pm
Sat 10am-1pm

Flood damage

Bob Blades from Blades Building Crew

We are working over the holiday period ,and do all 24/7emergency insurance work, ring Bob on 0220430047
Thanks

UPDATE - Owner found and item returned - Found in flood

David from Browns Bay

Hi all, my daughter found a photo album (pictured below) after the flood we had recently. We have tried to save it as much as possible from water damage. It was found around Redwing/Oaktree Avenue in Browns Bay. Please message me if it looks familiar.

Various rolls of twine (fishing)

Adam from Torbay - Long Bay

*** PRICE FOR ALL ***
Listen to offers
Fishing twine
Various rolls colours
5mm

Price: $30

85x 7oz plastic wine/ general glasses

Adam from Torbay - Long Bay

7oz plastic glasses
Wine /general
Rarely used , perfect for parties or occasions

Price: $85

Storm event: 27 January 2023

The Team from Auckland Council

ℹ️ For everything you need to know about the severe weather and state of emergency, check:
🔵 AEM: bit.ly...
🔵 OurAuckland: bit.ly...
➡️ For all the latest updates, follow Auckland Emergency Management (www.facebook.com... and twitter.com...)
➡️ For updates on the mayor’s … View moreℹ️ For everything you need to know about the severe weather and state of emergency, check:
🔵 AEM: bit.ly...
🔵 OurAuckland: bit.ly...
➡️ For all the latest updates, follow Auckland Emergency Management (www.facebook.com... and twitter.com...)
➡️ For updates on the mayor’s activities, follow twitter.com...
➡️ For interruptions to our services and facilities, check: bit.ly...
➡️ For the latest info about the severe weather impact on our roads and public transport, follow www.facebook.com..., twitter.com... and twitter.com... and check: bit.ly...
➡️ For the latest updates on the water and wastewater situation across Auckland, follow Watercare and check: bit.ly...