Calling local North Shore organisations!
Our North Shore Fund is open for applications!
We're calling on local community groups in the local board areas of Takapuna-Devonport, Kaipātiki, Upper Harbour, and Hibiscus and Bays who are working to strengthen community networks or promoting general health and wellbeing of their communities. Grants of up to $5,000 are available, and you can find out more by going to our website (www.aucklandfoundation.org.nz...) or feel free to give us a call or drop us an email.
The fund also has support from local resident and well-known personality Judy Bailey, who is one of the founding advisory group members. You can read her thoughts on the North Shore Fund on our website.
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
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Has anyone tried to ring SKY & have they got any HELP,this wind certainly affects your tv signal
Six tips for improving security around your home
1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.
2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.
3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.
4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.
5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.
6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely they’ll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property
Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.
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