Greenlane, Auckland

1499 days ago

Students back at school in level 3 is a health risk, principals say

Josephine Franks Reporter from Central Leader

Kia ora neighbours, Auckland secondary schools have been told year 12 and 13 students can return to the classroom under coronavirus alert level 3 – but not all principals are happy about it.

“Our children's lives and the welfare of their families is more important than academic results … View more
Kia ora neighbours, Auckland secondary schools have been told year 12 and 13 students can return to the classroom under coronavirus alert level 3 – but not all principals are happy about it.

“Our children's lives and the welfare of their families is more important than academic results right now,” Haley Milne, principal of Kia Aroha School said.

Read more via the link below.

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1502 days ago

Stray dog

Daniel from Remuera

We have found this dog, boy, huntaway cross maybe. Shore road park, remuera.

1503 days ago

Coronavirus: Where to get tested

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

A raft of new coronavirus testing centres have opened across Auckland following the confirmation of a new community cluster in south Auckland.
Following the announcement on Tuesday night, the Northern Regional Health Co-ordination Centre recorded over 7800 Covid-19 tests on Wednesday, beating the … View more
A raft of new coronavirus testing centres have opened across Auckland following the confirmation of a new community cluster in south Auckland.
Following the announcement on Tuesday night, the Northern Regional Health Co-ordination Centre recorded over 7800 Covid-19 tests on Wednesday, beating the previous record of 6407 tests on June 23.
Anyone experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms should seek to get a free Covid-19 test at their local general practice, urgent care clinic or one of Auckland's 15 community testing centres.
Click 'read more' for a full list of testing centres, including addresses and opening hours.

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1503 days ago

Do you share Mayor Phil Goff's confidence Auckland will beat coronavirus again?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours. Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says we will beat coronavirus again, after the prime minister confirmed the city will remain in alert level 3 lockdown for another 12 days following more community spread. Do you share his confidence?

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1502 days ago

RE: Hyaluronic acid injections on knees joints

Allison from Remuera

Hi,
I have been told by an overseas relative after she had some Hyaluronic acid injected (by a medical specialist) on her knee joint, her knee pain has reduced significantly. Before that she could not even walk, now she can do some activities such as a long walk.
Can someone please give me some … View more
Hi,
I have been told by an overseas relative after she had some Hyaluronic acid injected (by a medical specialist) on her knee joint, her knee pain has reduced significantly. Before that she could not even walk, now she can do some activities such as a long walk.
Can someone please give me some advice? Is this available in Auckland or NZ?

Allison

1500 days ago

The NZ election is delayed until October 17

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an … View more
Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an outbreak of Covid-19 in the community, leading to a halt in most political campaigning.

To read more about the new election date, click here.

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1500 days ago

Were you involved in the Pacific Collection Access Project (PCAP)? We’d love to hear your thoughts!

The Team from Auckland Museum

The Pacific Collection Access Project (PCAP) was a three-year project focused on increasing knowledge on, and access to Auckland Museum’s Pacific collection through creating stronger connections with Auckland’s diverse Pacific communities. Moana Research are undertaking an independent … View moreThe Pacific Collection Access Project (PCAP) was a three-year project focused on increasing knowledge on, and access to Auckland Museum’s Pacific collection through creating stronger connections with Auckland’s diverse Pacific communities. Moana Research are undertaking an independent evaluation on the impact of the project. Your feedback is very important. Please let us know what you think about PCAP and your engagement with the Auckland Museum throughout the duration of the project.

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1504 days ago

Wearing masks

Annie from Remuera

Have just returned from a busy local dairy . I observed for about 20 minutes approximately 30 people coming and going into the dairy .
I was alarmed only 2 people scanned the QR code, and only a handful were wearing masks.
I am unsure if it is a vanity thing not wearing a mask , or people … View more
Have just returned from a busy local dairy . I observed for about 20 minutes approximately 30 people coming and going into the dairy .
I was alarmed only 2 people scanned the QR code, and only a handful were wearing masks.
I am unsure if it is a vanity thing not wearing a mask , or people thinking the Covid is not in our area.
Have a reality check everybody , it is the responsibility of all to take this situation very seriously.

1503 days ago

Coronavirus: Auckland remaining at alert level 3 until August 26

The Team Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you heard the news? Auckland will remain in level 3, while the rest of the country will remain at level 2 until midnight Wednesday, August 26 – an additional 12 days.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the approach is “short, but precautionary”. Extending the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Have you heard the news? Auckland will remain in level 3, while the rest of the country will remain at level 2 until midnight Wednesday, August 26 – an additional 12 days.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the approach is “short, but precautionary”. Extending the restrictions for an additional 12 days is the same length of the virus’ incubation period, director-general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said.

To read more about what this means for Auckland, click here

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