Fairview Heights, Auckland

2196 days ago

Orewa supermarket shoppers are taking baskets home

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Countdown Orewa has around six baskets left, following the supermarket removing plastic bags from its checkouts. A Countdown supermarket is asking customers to return shopping baskets that have walked out the door since it ditched plastic bags.

Countdown Orewa removed single-use plastic bags … View more
Countdown Orewa has around six baskets left, following the supermarket removing plastic bags from its checkouts. A Countdown supermarket is asking customers to return shopping baskets that have walked out the door since it ditched plastic bags.

Countdown Orewa removed single-use plastic bags last month and, since then, has gone from about 200 shopping baskets to around six. "There's no more than 10 left. It's crazy," Countdown Orewa customer service manager Marlene Williams said.

They said the supermarket would continue to supply baskets, but requested customers return their baskets for other shoppers to use. The supermarket now sells reusable bags ranging in price from 15 cents to a dollar. Damaged Countdown brand reusable bags can be replaced with a new one at no cost.

Read the full story here.
Image: Stuff

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2184 days ago

Properties in many parts of Auckland now worth less than CV

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Possibly good news for Auckland home-buyers, not so great news for sellers.

Properties in about 50 parts of Auckland are now worth less than their CVs, new data from Homes.co.nz shows.

Even sought-after parts of central Auckland are now selling below CV.

See which suburbs' … View more
Hi neighbours,

Possibly good news for Auckland home-buyers, not so great news for sellers.

Properties in about 50 parts of Auckland are now worth less than their CVs, new data from Homes.co.nz shows.

Even sought-after parts of central Auckland are now selling below CV.

See which suburbs' properties are now worth less than their CVs, click here

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2184 days ago

Poll: Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?
  • 20.3% Bunch o Balloons, the water bombs that make every day a visit to the beach
    20.3% Complete
  • 61.1% Pipi Mā, the award-winning range of Te Reo Māori speaking and singing plush doll
    61.1% Complete
  • 18.6% Another nation or two to add to the Empire.
    18.6% Complete
360 votes
2184 days ago

Reader’s Rail Tour - North Island

Stuff

Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights… View more
Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights at the elegant Chateau Tongariro plus so much more.

Fabulous scenery, company, food, wine and excursions all combine to make this a brilliant experience.

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2184 days ago

Free community event at Remuera Golf Club - Sunday 4th November

Remuera Golf Club from Remuera Golf Club

We would like to invite you all down to the Remuera Golf Club to experience Long Drive Golf at its best! With many top NZ Long Blacks and Australian Long Ballers this event is set to go down to the wire. Sunday November 4th from 3pm to late. Fireworks at 8.45pm. Plus check out the Kids Zone fun, … View moreWe would like to invite you all down to the Remuera Golf Club to experience Long Drive Golf at its best! With many top NZ Long Blacks and Australian Long Ballers this event is set to go down to the wire. Sunday November 4th from 3pm to late. Fireworks at 8.45pm. Plus check out the Kids Zone fun, SNAG Golf and other entertainment options on display. Find out more

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2184 days ago

Get hands on experience with NZMA!

NZMA

If you’re new to the commercial cookery environment, this course has all the right ingredients to get you started. Courses starting in October and November.

It’s ultra-practical and you’ll graduate knowing all about food safety and how to prepare basic dishes at an operational level. … View more
If you’re new to the commercial cookery environment, this course has all the right ingredients to get you started. Courses starting in October and November.

It’s ultra-practical and you’ll graduate knowing all about food safety and how to prepare basic dishes at an operational level. It’ll set you up with the basic skills commercial chefs are looking for in their kitchen staff. Contact us and enrol today!

See our students in training and see what you can expect to learn

Contact us and enrol now for October or November 2018!
Enrol now!

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2188 days ago

What's your hospital food story?

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Stuff recently reported on a man who said hospital food made his medical condition worse because of an abundance of processed foods and a lack of fresh fruit and vegetables.
We want to hear your hospital food stories. What was the best and worse thing you were served? Did food play a role in your … View more
Stuff recently reported on a man who said hospital food made his medical condition worse because of an abundance of processed foods and a lack of fresh fruit and vegetables.
We want to hear your hospital food stories. What was the best and worse thing you were served? Did food play a role in your recovery? Do you have any photos? Share your stories with us in the comments, or email photos to caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz
Please put 'NFP' if you don't wish to be quoted.

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2185 days ago

Summer Football Programmes

Andrew from Albany

Forrest Hill Milford United Football Club are taking registrations for our Skill Centre Open Programme.

The Skill Centre Open is our core community programme

offering a tightly scripted, all abilities programme for players aged 9-12 including players who played in Grade 8 in 2018. This is a … View more
Forrest Hill Milford United Football Club are taking registrations for our Skill Centre Open Programme.

The Skill Centre Open is our core community programme

offering a tightly scripted, all abilities programme for players aged 9-12 including players who played in Grade 8 in 2018. This is a skills based programme, catering for both boys and girls, that has an emphasis on fun.

Girls and boys are grouped together at ages 9 and 10. At ages 11 and 12 there are specific gender based groups for boys and girls.

We offer 2 session options per week either on a Monday or a Wednesday starting at 4pm for 9-10s and 5.15pm for 11-12s.

The 9 and 10 year olds are in groups of 10 players per session and the 11 and 12 year olds are in groups of 12 players for their sessions.

A coach is allocated to each Group.

The sessions will be delivered at Becroft Park.

The cost for the programme is $160 per player for both Mondays and Wednesdays or $100 for a Monday only or a Wednesday only.

Term 4
Commences Wednesday 24th October 2018
Finishes Wednesday 12th December 2018

Days:
Mondays or Wednesdays

Where:
Mondays at Becroft Park
Wednesdays at at Becroft Park

Time:
4pm - 5pm (9-10 year olds)
5:15pm - 6:15pm (11-12 year olds)

You are able to register online now at www.forresthillafc.co.nz......

2185 days ago

Local author's BOOK LAUNCH invitation

Sylvia from Torbay - Long Bay

Hi neighbours, You're invited to come help me celebrate the launch of my new kids' book I AM SUPER ME on Sunday 28th October in the Bays! It's a free fun afternoon from 2pm (plate for afternoon tea appreciated) - and I'll be explaining my KIWI SUPERKIDS' PROJECT too which … View moreHi neighbours, You're invited to come help me celebrate the launch of my new kids' book I AM SUPER ME on Sunday 28th October in the Bays! It's a free fun afternoon from 2pm (plate for afternoon tea appreciated) - and I'll be explaining my KIWI SUPERKIDS' PROJECT too which you might like to be part of. It's to gift free copies (that I provide) to as many pre-school centres as possible so the all-important message of self-esteem, confidence and an "I CAN DO IT" attitude that will last their whole lives through, is developed in as many youngsters as possible. :-) Please text for details: 021 259 4491 Sylvia Vowless QSM. I'll also have copies of my double-Award winning adult version book 'THE MIRACLE EFFECT' available too - both are fantastic Christmas gifts!!!

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2185 days ago

What makes you smile?

Bachmann Orthodontics

Good food? Your cat? A joke?
For us: To see that our patients like to show their new smile without stopping.
What makes you smile?
Tell us!!

What can we do to make you smile?

#smile #bachmannsmile #food #drinks #jokes #lol #bachmannsmile #newsmile #orthodontics #braces #speedbraces … View more
Good food? Your cat? A joke?
For us: To see that our patients like to show their new smile without stopping.
What makes you smile?
Tell us!!

What can we do to make you smile?

#smile #bachmannsmile #food #drinks #jokes #lol #bachmannsmile #newsmile #orthodontics #braces #speedbraces #invisalign #incognitobraces #happy #happiness #teeth #orthodontist #orthodontics #tellus #whatmakesyousmile

2191 days ago

Do you have rubbish bin problems in your neighbourhood?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Some Papakura residents are so frustrated about their bin tags being swiped off their rubbish bins, they're coming up with some pretty creative ways to deter thieves. The pay-as-you-throw tags were introduced by Auckland Council in Papakura and west Auckland earlier this year… View more
Hi neighbours,

Some Papakura residents are so frustrated about their bin tags being swiped off their rubbish bins, they're coming up with some pretty creative ways to deter thieves. The pay-as-you-throw tags were introduced by Auckland Council in Papakura and west Auckland earlier this year and range from between $2.60- $5.50 a bin. To read more, click here.

Although the bin tags aren't city-wide, it got us wondering what other rubbish-bin issues were out there? Has your bin been stolen before? Do people fill your bins with their rubbish and recycling? Have you had lids or wheels broken off them? What extreme measures have you taken to make sure your rubbish gets collected? Let us know in the replies.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2185 days ago

Planning, packaging and packing

Kiwi Self Storage - North Shore

Whether you’re moving house, taking a sabbatical, starting a small business, planning to rent out your spare room on Airbnb, redecorating etc. it’s important to pack your belongings properly.

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2185 days ago

28 October temporary bus route changes

The Team from Auckland Transport

The ASB Auckland marathon is being held on Sunday the 28th of October. To accommodate the course route, there will be a number of road closures affecting bus services on the North Shore, Tamaki Drive and in the City Centre. If you’re attending the event, or need to travel through this area, … View moreThe ASB Auckland marathon is being held on Sunday the 28th of October. To accommodate the course route, there will be a number of road closures affecting bus services on the North Shore, Tamaki Drive and in the City Centre. If you’re attending the event, or need to travel through this area, please plan your travel in advance and allow extra time. Find out more

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2185 days ago

Free kayak tour in Okura!

Canoe & Kayak North Shore

In support of the battle to protect the Long Bay Okura Marine Reserve and its surrounding area, Canoe & Kayak North Shore are donating free kayak trips in the marine reserve in the month of October. Just donate $50 for adults and $25 for children (under 18) to the Long Bay Great Park Society … View moreIn support of the battle to protect the Long Bay Okura Marine Reserve and its surrounding area, Canoe & Kayak North Shore are donating free kayak trips in the marine reserve in the month of October. Just donate $50 for adults and $25 for children (under 18) to the Long Bay Great Park Society through their Givealittle page to qualify for your freebie.

This kayak tour is just 20 minutes from downtown Auckland in the Long Bay – Okura Marine Reserve, bordered by protected native bush and regional council reserves, historic buildings, pa sites and natural wonders.

Many rare NZ seabirds can be seen and heard including NZ Dotterel, Variable Oystercatchers and Bar-tailed godwits. Flying mullet and stingrays are often sighted in the shallows of the Okura Estuary and Karepiro Bay, as they cruise under your kayak. Myrtle and Turtle, two resident stingrays, are regularly seen feeding off Dacre Cottage.

Come and enjoy a rare glimpse of what New Zealand was like in the old days. Phone or email with your qualifying code from your Givealittle donation to book your tour.

09 479 1002
northshore@canoeandkayak.co.nz
Donate here

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