Re-opening
From midnight the 31 August Auckland reduces to Alert Level 2. This means The Birkenhead RSA will re-open under Level Two Alert status 11am Monday morning 31/8/2020 with the following restrictions:
* Limits on "mass gathering" will be in place meaning groups
of no more than 10 (with the exception of funerals)
* Groups or bubbles limited to maximum of 10
* Maximum of 100 people allowed on the premises
(In our case 100 upstairs and 100 downstairs)
* Social distancing in place
* Table Service in place
* CONTACT TRACING to be adhered to either using your
mobile with the NZ Covid19 app, or signing the contact
tracing register. I am aware that some members believe the
contact tracing requirements are onorous, but they are in
place for a good reason and have proven their worth during
the last two weeks! The Health and Safety of fellow
members should be a priority for us all!
A review on the Alert Level Status for the rest of NZ will be made on the 6th September 2020. There is no indication when a review on Auckland Level 2 will be considered. I believe we have to work with Level two being in place for sometime from next Monday the 31st.
Regretably the dance floor will be closed until further notice, but I will look to arrange some live entertainment starting as soon as possible!
I will also be seeking further clarification regarding sport section activities allowed under the new Level 2, and posting updates as soon as possible.
Kind regards and as always please do not hesitate to contact me in the office (09 418 2424) during the week or on my mobile 021433973 at anytime. Also, if you know of any member who could use some support - please contact me!
Phil Agent
Secretary/Manager
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.2% Yes
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22.4% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Bokashi bucket composting workshop @ Glenfield Library
Don't miss Glenfield Library's Bokashi bucket composting workshop tomorrow, 2:00 - 3:30 PM. Make your own DIY Bokashi bucket to take home or surprise a loved one with a unique Christmas gift.
All participants get a discount voucher to use towards a composting system.
Register for the workshop via bit.ly...
This course is proudly supported by Auckland Council and delivered by the Compost Collective.