Freemans Bay, Auckland

1437 days ago

National's Denise Lee stays on as Maungakiekie MP - just

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours, If you live in One Tree Hill or Oranga, National's Denise Lee is your local MP, after she narrowly won the candidate vote in the Maungakiekie electorate. Lee beat Priyanca Radhakrishnan, who is a Labour list MP, by just 580 votes on Saturday. The result surprised a politics … View moreHi neighbours, If you live in One Tree Hill or Oranga, National's Denise Lee is your local MP, after she narrowly won the candidate vote in the Maungakiekie electorate. Lee beat Priyanca Radhakrishnan, who is a Labour list MP, by just 580 votes on Saturday. The result surprised a politics expert who expected Radhakrishnan to win.

1441 days ago

Pleeeaaaaassssseeee

Tracy from Ponsonby

Does someone please have a tv ariel? I'm loosing my mind having no tv...
Please someone HELP!!!!

1437 days ago

ASB Auckland Marathon road closure information

Auckland Marathon

The ASB Auckland Marathon is taking place on Sunday 1st of November 2020. There are a number of road closures in place for the event that you should be aware of in your neighbourhood.

To see the road closures locations and times, please visit the our website, or email us at … View more
The ASB Auckland Marathon is taking place on Sunday 1st of November 2020. There are a number of road closures in place for the event that you should be aware of in your neighbourhood.

To see the road closures locations and times, please visit the our website, or email us at aucklandmarathon@ironman.

Please note the Auckland Harbour Bridge is open, traffic will flow both ways all day. Runners will be on course from 6am – 1pm come on out and support!

If you would like to join the Ryman Volunteer Crew supporting athletes across the event we still have some spots left, if you have a group this can be used as a fundraising opportunity. Email volunteers.aucklandmarathon@ironman.com for more information.
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1438 days ago

Everything is net

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The pleas of a cricket-crazed teenager have netted new equipment for his school.

Eighteen-year-old Siupeli Aho was the catalyst for the popularity of cricket at St Paul's College, in Ponsonby, sport director Dave McDermott said.

The Te Atatu Peninsula teenager inspired the college to get … View more
The pleas of a cricket-crazed teenager have netted new equipment for his school.

Eighteen-year-old Siupeli Aho was the catalyst for the popularity of cricket at St Paul's College, in Ponsonby, sport director Dave McDermott said.

The Te Atatu Peninsula teenager inspired the college to get cricket nets for the first time, McDermott said.

Members of the Black Caps are coming to play cricket against the students on November 12, and the $70,000 nets will be officially opened the next day.

A generous Old Boys community, the Queen St Cricket Club and the New Zealand Community Trust donated funds to pay for the three full length cricket nets, which will neighbour the school basketball court.

Aho, a year 13 prefect and a first 11 captain, helped kickstart the project.

"He's a very passionate cricket boy always in my ear about getting more equipment," McDermott said.

"From year nine, he's been walking around with a cricket bat in his hand all winter. He lives in those nets."

New Zealand cricketer Dion Nash, whose son Solomon attends St Paul's, is Aho's bowling coach.

"Siupeli is a fast bowler now," McDermott said. "I definitely wouldn't want to face him."

The sport director said there's a shortage of nets in central Auckland and the world class equipment will help the school continue growing the sport.

Traditionally known for its rugby league prowess, St Paul's College started to play cricket competitively in 2016.

The team won two of their three games, one against Macleans College and the other Mt Roskill Grammar School.

Mr Dermott said the competitive approach to cricket came about purely from the boys themselves.

"I think the team has really driven itself. They collected all their own fees. We set them a goal for fundraising, how much it would be to get new uniforms and they went out and collected it amongst themselves."

Since then he's seen the demand for cricket snowball.

Siupeli Aho of Te Atatu Peninsula (pictured) at his favourite stomping ground, St Paul's College sports field.

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1438 days ago

Have you signed up for Net a Million?

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Every ball from October 31 to November 30 will count towards our Net a Million goal. Bowl in the cricket nets, on the field, in your backyard, at cricket practice or in a game – it all counts, even your wides!

Anyone of any age can sign up and be part of the ultimate test. Set your own target,… View more
Every ball from October 31 to November 30 will count towards our Net a Million goal. Bowl in the cricket nets, on the field, in your backyard, at cricket practice or in a game – it all counts, even your wides!

Anyone of any age can sign up and be part of the ultimate test. Set your own target, share your progress and raise funds for the Cancer Society.
Sign up now

1438 days ago

A Bloke’s Day Out

Why not treat yourself to a bloke’s day out for a grooming WOF? Just be wary of the barbershop – between the bay rum oil, hot towels, banter, and leather chairs, you won’t want to leave!

Bevis, a resident at Ryman’s Anthony Wilding Village, recently received a gentleman’s makeover. The… View more
Why not treat yourself to a bloke’s day out for a grooming WOF? Just be wary of the barbershop – between the bay rum oil, hot towels, banter, and leather chairs, you won’t want to leave!

Bevis, a resident at Ryman’s Anthony Wilding Village, recently received a gentleman’s makeover. The day began at the barbershop where Bevis and his barber Kohl shared plenty of laughs. Next up, a personal stylist helped Bevis select clothes he looked and felt great in. Being pampered isn’t the norm for Bevis but based on his smile, we’re confident he loved every minute.
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1439 days ago

Looking for spring planting tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.

Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips … View more
In this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.

Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips plus go in the draw for spring vege packs from Tui and ‘Blue Star’ ferns from Gellert’s.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1439 days ago

Experience Tiny Ruins and Lawrence Arabia LIVE at the Museum

The Team from Auckland Museum

Join us for a monumental night of music in Auckland Museum's stunning Grand Foyer at LIVE at the Museum. Featuring a double bill of solo sets from Tiny Ruins & Lawrence Arabia, Wednesday 4 November, 6.30pm.

Tickets are now on sale and often sell out! 🎫

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1439 days ago

Paint an vintage sideboard

The Team from Resene ColorShop Victoria Park

Brighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update … View more
Brighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update your furniture

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1439 days ago

Festival of Doll Art - 30th and 31st October

Auckland Dollmakers and Collectors

Join us to our 34th Doll Show with dollmaker competitions, doll displays, doll supplies, doll clothing, books, collectables, Bears, old and modern dolls. The theme of the show is Surprise.

Club Raffle: 1st Place wins an artisan-made Bluebell Doll's Display and 2nd place is a crafty … View more
Join us to our 34th Doll Show with dollmaker competitions, doll displays, doll supplies, doll clothing, books, collectables, Bears, old and modern dolls. The theme of the show is Surprise.

Club Raffle: 1st Place wins an artisan-made Bluebell Doll's Display and 2nd place is a crafty organiser.

When:
Friday 30th October 2020, 10am - 4pm
Saturday 30th October 2020, 10am - 4pm

Where:
Auckland Horticultural Centre, 990 Great North Rd, Western Springs, Auckland

Ticket information:
Adult: $5.00
Child: Free
Door Sales Only
No Eftpos or catering facilities at the venue.
Learn more

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1439 days ago

Super cheap room available in Kingsland!

Zihsin from Kingsland

Super cheap room available in Kingsland! 😀

Existing flatmates: 3 in the house and 1 in the sleep out (mixture of students and full time workers)
Rent per week: $181 Including expenses!
Bond: 450$
Bus stop right out side & walking distance to the train station
Plenty of on street parking… View more
Super cheap room available in Kingsland! 😀

Existing flatmates: 3 in the house and 1 in the sleep out (mixture of students and full time workers)
Rent per week: $181 Including expenses!
Bond: 450$
Bus stop right out side & walking distance to the train station
Plenty of on street parking but the driveway fits one car which is usually shared
Message me for questions/viewings

1443 days ago

Paying to drive on Auckland's roads - the debate is coming

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, A proposal for Aucklanders to pay a fee to drive on some roads, is complete but yet to be debated publicly. It could be a big lever in the bold goals for reducing carbon emissions. Do you favour it? Read the story below.

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1440 days ago

Ditch Dairy

Cool and Kind

The dairy industry in New Zealand kills more than two million days old calves per year. That is more than five thousand calves per day. For a cow to produce milk she has to be pregnant and give birth to a calf. These unwanted byproducts of the dairy industry are killed. Sweet, innocent beings that … View moreThe dairy industry in New Zealand kills more than two million days old calves per year. That is more than five thousand calves per day. For a cow to produce milk she has to be pregnant and give birth to a calf. These unwanted byproducts of the dairy industry are killed. Sweet, innocent beings that have barely learned to walk. Dairy in NZ contributes 22.9% of our green house gas equivalent emissions, more than all our transport combined. We have the highest green house gas emissions per capita from animal agriculture in the world. Dairy is also one of the most environmentally degrading and polluting industries. There are many plant based alternatives available. Let us choose a cool planet and a kind heart.

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1440 days ago

First Rung, episode 2, is here!

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first … View more
Hi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first one, it's packed with tips, advice and anecdotes from experts and home owners on every aspect of buying your first home. It also comes with a chance to win a $500 Resene prize pack.
In episode 2, we talk to a first time buyer who moved from one end of the country to the other for a chance to get on the ladder, hear about apartments as a viable first home option and an expert gives us some tips on how to choose the right lawyer.
We all know buying a home is one of the toughest, most daunting things we might ever do as adults, so it doesn't hurt to get some expert advice and support. That's what we wanted to give you with First Rung.
Give episode 2 a listen and let us know what you think - and I hope you're all in to win that crackin' prize pack!

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1440 days ago

Sushi & Sashimi Workshop!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Sushi and Sashimi workshop with our Guest Chef for our Advanced, Cookery students.

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