MECOSS Community Van
The Community Van is an important service that benefits the Manukau East community. It was initiated with the aim to enable local organisations with few or no transport alternatives, greater access to services, attractions and events within the Auckland region.
It provides groups and organisations with an opportunity to extend their programme options at an affordable cost.
Past trips made by not-for-profit groups have included bowling and ice cream trips, visits to the theatre, Howick Historical Village, Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple and Auckland Botanic Gardens.
Demand continues to grow with over 6 different organisation's having taken advantage of this community resource.
For more information about booking the Community Van for group outings going-forward-from and including COVID-19 Alert Level 2, please contact MECOSS on 09 533 3685.
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.
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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77.2% Yes
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21.2% No
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1.5% Other - I'll share below
Music in Parks and Movies in Parks are returning in 2025!
🎶🎬 Get ready, Tāmaki Makaurau! Music in Parks and Movies in Parks are returning in 2025! 🌟 Enjoy free concerts and movies this summer🙌☀️