Green Bay, Auckland

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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

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1943 days ago

Kmart's list of 31 recalls

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The … View more
Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The $55 timber Occasional Chair is the latest casualty, although this is a withdrawal rather than a recall. We don't know the reason for its withdrawal, except Kmart says it is for "a potential quality issue". But what other products have been found wanting?

To find out what else is on the recall list, click here

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1943 days ago

White side plates

Sushila from Avondale

Side plates
as seen on the picture

total no of side plates = 30 pcs

Price: $17

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1943 days ago

White cups and sauccer

Sushila from Avondale

good buy***
white cups and sauccer as seen on the photos

no of pieces (white cups and sauccer) = 30 total

Price: $25

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1943 days ago

Whiskey Glass

Sushila from Avondale

Glasses as seen on the picture , purchased from Gilmours

hardly used, still in the box

can be used for juice or water.

no of Glasses 24 ( 2 boxes x 12)
266ML as mentioned on the picture of the box

Price: $40

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1943 days ago

Ashes of Kiwi folk singer laid to rest in hometown

Mandy Te Reporter from Western Leader

Hi neighbours, the ashes of folk singer Peter Cape were laid to rest after 40 years on Sunday at Kaukapakapa's All Saint's Church. A tribute concert was later held in Helensville. The singer is known for his hit 'Taumarunui on the Main Trunk Line' and also sang about rugby. Read… View moreHi neighbours, the ashes of folk singer Peter Cape were laid to rest after 40 years on Sunday at Kaukapakapa's All Saint's Church. A tribute concert was later held in Helensville. The singer is known for his hit 'Taumarunui on the Main Trunk Line' and also sang about rugby. Read the story and watch the video below. Share your comments with us.

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1944 days ago

Change your life – study massage therapy!

NZ College of Massage

Massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry, offering you the freedom to be your own boss while you improve the health and wellness of others.

If you’re looking for flexibility, ditch the dull 9-5 and study Massage Therapy with the New Zealand College of Massage.

We can provide you with … View more
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1944 days ago

Mauri o te Kauri Film Screening Saturday 27 July 2019

Vanessa from Titirangi

LOPDELL THEATRE - TITIRANGI
TWO SCREENINGS 5.30pm & 8.00 pm
MEET THE FILMMAKER JAMES MUIR

Kauri are one of the largest and oldest living organisms on earth and they may vanish forever with the onset of the Dieback disease. The last of our greatest natural treasures are rapidly … View more
LOPDELL THEATRE - TITIRANGI
TWO SCREENINGS 5.30pm & 8.00 pm
MEET THE FILMMAKER JAMES MUIR

Kauri are one of the largest and oldest living organisms on earth and they may vanish forever with the onset of the Dieback disease. The last of our greatest natural treasures are rapidly disappearing. Te Mauri o te Kauri ‘The Life-force of the Kauri’ is an exploration of Kauri ecology and the role this giant tree plays in forest ecosystems. The film explores natural history and cultural perceptions, expressing the life-force of this magnificent tree so that people can understand it better and see the forest in a different way.

Weaving stories from Māori and Pakeha Scientists, mingling the concepts of cultures to show how they complement each other and shape our understanding of the environment, this film takes us on a journey through the Kauri lifecycle and exposes the imminent threat from the rampant disease that is wiping out the last remaining forest giants.

Produced and Directed by: James Muir

Cinematography and Editing by: James Muir

Narrated by: Jennifer Ward-Lealand

Motion Graphics: Donald Ferns, Karsten Schneider

Featuring music by: Rhian Sheehan, Trinity Roots, Tomas Iglesias, Sam Charrington

Tickets:
5.30 pm www.eventbrite.com...
8.30 pm www.eventbrite.com...

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1945 days ago

Police bust of drivers using phones catches one every three minutes

Brian from New Lynn

Police are on the watch for drivers distracted by their phones - and it doesn't take long. It's a busy rush-hour, and drivers are busy too - on their phones. Today, police are out to get them. "There's one down there now, look. See, in the car," says Sergeant Dave Townsend.… View morePolice are on the watch for drivers distracted by their phones - and it doesn't take long. It's a busy rush-hour, and drivers are busy too - on their phones. Today, police are out to get them. "There's one down there now, look. See, in the car," says Sergeant Dave Townsend. "The phone was in his right hand and he was texting." Police are running the operation in the Mount Vic Tunnel. Sgt Townsend spots people using their phone and he calls it in.
"Female driver, phone right hand, appears to be texting," he tells his counterpart. Waiting for them at the other end with their license plate number and vehicle description is the rest of the police, ready to give them a ticket.
One driver caught is the chief executive of a government department, who did not want to be identified.
He questioned what the rules were for using a cellphone while driving. Another person caught says she was using her cellphone to play music. This will cost her $80 and 20 demerit points. Inspector Juliet Burgess says there is zero tolerance. "There's no excuse that's reasonable. They need to just put their cellphones away." It is coming up to 10 years since New Zealand banned using phones while driving - and the number of people caught has tripled.
It started with just over 8000 in 2010 before rising to a record 28,900 in 2016. And it's forecast to hit a record-high of more than 29,000 in 2019. It ends - and ruins - lives. This is the death toll: 41 people have been killed in phone-related accidents since the ban came in. Another 109 have been seriously injured. Then there is the inconvenience it can cause. Police are blaming phone-related minor crashes as a major cause of rush-hour gridlock. "We get a lot of nose to tail crashes on the state highway going out of Wellington, a lot of those are caused by distraction, and that can hold the whole city up for hours," Sgt Townsend says.
So what do we do about breaking this addiction?
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Let's start with the fine of $80. In the United Kingdom - it's the equivalent of a $370 fine - and you lose half your demerit points in one go. In the state of British Columbia in Canada, it's a $620 fine. In Australia, Queensland is planning a $1040 fine - and on the second infringement, you lose your licence. We asked the Government what it's doing to get people off their phones while driving. The answer is not a lot. Associate Transport Minister Julie Anne Genter says they will be "consulting early next year" on fines.
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1944 days ago

Foodography

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Still planning your weekend binge? Bring a friend and learn how to unlock the secrets behind taking and sharing mouth - watering food and drink photos while styling your own 5 course menu of kiwi inspired dishes! Friday, 26 July | 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm

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1945 days ago

Public meeting about veganism

Mark from Titirangi

This Saturday, july 27th ,11am, te Atatu peninsula library, hosted by Amanda and Mark from the NZ vegan society, talk on veganism and it's many benefits

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1945 days ago

Meditate in Titirangi

Michelle Eastabrook from Kadampa Meditation Centre - Titirangi

Learn new ways of thinking to improve the quality of your life with inner peace through Meditation. Every Tuesday $15 at Lopdell House 7.30pm www.meditateinauckland.org... Beginners... welcome

1951 days ago

John Banks: Should he mount a comeback ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Western Leader

Hi Neighbours, John Banks was twice a mayor of Auckland City, and is now pondering whether to have a second tilt at becoming mayor of greater Auckland. Ten years after his last bid, should be try again? Read the story below:

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