Burswood, Auckland

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1541 days ago

Formosa Golf Club fined $86k for pumping sewage into stream

Melanie Earley Reporter from Eastern Courier

Kia ora neighbours, Formosa Golf Club must pay $86,000 for pumping untreated sewage into the environment.
In 2019 the club was banned by Auckland Council from discharging waste from its facilities after pumping sewage into a nearby stream. The discharge was having a detrimental effect on the land … View more
Kia ora neighbours, Formosa Golf Club must pay $86,000 for pumping untreated sewage into the environment.
In 2019 the club was banned by Auckland Council from discharging waste from its facilities after pumping sewage into a nearby stream. The discharge was having a detrimental effect on the land and on nearby Waikopua Creek.

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1541 days ago

Dance Yourself Happy

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

The daily upheavals caused by the virus is creating anxiety, exacerbated by the fact there is no “template” for dealing with uncertainty.
The best way to cope with COVID-19 blues is to build resilience, instead of looking for reassurance.
Our FREE "Dance Yourself Happy" … View more
The daily upheavals caused by the virus is creating anxiety, exacerbated by the fact there is no “template” for dealing with uncertainty.
The best way to cope with COVID-19 blues is to build resilience, instead of looking for reassurance.
Our FREE "Dance Yourself Happy" work-out-sessions, is one of these ways!
Once we're out of Level restrictions, why not come along and give it a try. There's no instructor! You'll just dance freestyle for one hour in the dark, to a mix of uplifting tunes from the 70s-to-now.
Can't dance? Not a problem! Any kind of movement and having fun will help.
Keep checking this page for the date we will resume.
#weareallinthistogether #DanceYourselfHappy

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1541 days ago

A guide to mandatory mask use during Covid-19 level 2 and beyond

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Wondering what the mandatory use of masks during level 2 means for you?

Based on the information at hand, here’s what you need to know about the new face mask requirements, including what kind of covering you can use and when to use it.

Click here to read more.

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1541 days ago

C'mon Auckland!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

Hurry! You’ve got just 5 days to nominate your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year from Auckland and give their mahi the recognition it deserves. 16 regions, 16 winners. All it takes is one nomination.

Who’s your Local Hero? Go.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1542 days ago

Has the way we communicate love and loss changed over time?

The Team from Auckland Museum

At Auckland Museum, we’re developing a new exhibition centred on emotions and connections through shared messages, and are welcoming submissions that highlight love, loss and longing.

Selected submissions will be featured in the exhibition, so whether it's a letter, email, card or even a … View more
At Auckland Museum, we’re developing a new exhibition centred on emotions and connections through shared messages, and are welcoming submissions that highlight love, loss and longing.

Selected submissions will be featured in the exhibition, so whether it's a letter, email, card or even a text message with an emotive story behind it - we want to hear from you!
Find out more

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1542 days ago

Small Business funding to Beat 2020

Prospa

Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours –… View more
Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours – so you can get on with business sooner.

Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you Beat 2020. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
Apply Now

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1542 days ago

Important announcement

DynaSpeak Botany

All DynaSpeak NZCEL classes will continue online for the time being. All sites remain closed to students and visitors. We will update you further as the situation changes.

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1542 days ago

Wanted to Buy

Evelyn from Bucklands Beach

Filing Desk 2 Drawer Ideally wood cabinet or ex condition metal. ph Evelyn 021979058

1542 days ago

Level 3 cooking with Social Distancing

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Mouth-watering savoury Beef cheese burgers with pickled beetroot, handmade mayo and crispy onion rings on the side.

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1542 days ago

Father's Day Community Event - CANCELLED

Sian Sidwell from East City Wesleyan

Following our Prime Ministers announcement regarding public gathering restrictions in Auckland until at least Sunday 6th September, Blokes & Cars | Bikes has been CANCELLED. We look forward to the return of this event in 2021!!! We would love to have you join us online at 10am on Father's … View moreFollowing our Prime Ministers announcement regarding public gathering restrictions in Auckland until at least Sunday 6th September, Blokes & Cars | Bikes has been CANCELLED. We look forward to the return of this event in 2021!!! We would love to have you join us online at 10am on Father's Day for a special worship service - search for East City Wesleyan on Youtube

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1548 days ago

Support services for parents inundated with pleas for help

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, Support services for parents have been inundated with pleas for help from struggling families in need of essential items - like nappies, and sanitary products - during coronavirus lockdown.
Auckland-based charity The Mums' Clique is getting more than 100 requests per day for … View more
Hi neighbours, Support services for parents have been inundated with pleas for help from struggling families in need of essential items - like nappies, and sanitary products - during coronavirus lockdown.
Auckland-based charity The Mums' Clique is getting more than 100 requests per day for its essential items packs and Plunket has noted more babies are developing wounds from being left in nappies for long periods because their parents can’t afford to buy more.
Click the story to find out more - including how you can help support these families if you would like to.

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1542 days ago

Do you know an amazing gardener helping their community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? … View more
Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the area to bring back birds, or a group of neighbours doing a great job in their community garden. Nominate them today, and tell us why they deserve to be this year's Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year.

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1543 days ago

Auckland lockdown extended until Sunday, rest of country to stay at level 2

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of … View more
Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of health Ashley Bloomfield.

On Sunday night Auckland would move down to level 2. The rest of the country would stay at level 2.

Ardern said the rest of the country needed to stay at an elevated alert level to mitigate the risk of cases leaving Auckland when interregional travel resumed. Click here to read more.

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1549 days ago

Make your bin accessible at the kerbside so we don’t have to touch it

The Team from Auckland Council

Please make sure you follow these steps during the COVID-19 alert period to help us collect your rubbish bin:

𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘 you rubbish bin at the kerbside clear of vehicles and other obstacles
𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗘 rubbish bins outwards from the kerbside by 7am on your collection day
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Please make sure you follow these steps during the COVID-19 alert period to help us collect your rubbish bin:

𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘 you rubbish bin at the kerbside clear of vehicles and other obstacles
𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗘 rubbish bins outwards from the kerbside by 7am on your collection day
𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗘 your rubbish bin for easy access so no one has to touch it

Don’t forget to sterilize the bin handles and wash your hands thoroughly.

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1543 days ago

Postponement of MECOSS AGM and Pakuranga & Howick Community Networking Meeting

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

Due to the continuing uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 Alert restrictions, MECOSS has postponed its AGM scheduled to be held this Thursday (27 August), as well as the Pakuranga & Howick Community Networking Meeting scheduled to be held this Friday (28 August). New dates and times for these … View moreDue to the continuing uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 Alert restrictions, MECOSS has postponed its AGM scheduled to be held this Thursday (27 August), as well as the Pakuranga & Howick Community Networking Meeting scheduled to be held this Friday (28 August). New dates and times for these meetings will be confirmed as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
#weareallinthistogether

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