Hauraki, Auckland

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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

937 days ago

No Anzac Day services on the North Shore due to Omicron uncertainty

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Tēnā koutou. There will be public Anzac Day services and parades in every part of Auckland on Monday, but none on the North Shore.

North Shore services are usually organised by Returned and Services' Association (RSA) clubs with help and funding from local boards.

Anzac services were … View more
Tēnā koutou. There will be public Anzac Day services and parades in every part of Auckland on Monday, but none on the North Shore.

North Shore services are usually organised by Returned and Services' Association (RSA) clubs with help and funding from local boards.

Anzac services were expected to be of smaller scale this year, as the country’s shift to the orange light of the Covid-19 protection framework on April 13 left organisers with little time to upsize their offerings.

As a result, the East Coast Bays, Birkenhead and Devonport RSAs will be holding private services, with the latter two livestreaming their services for the public to view from home.

Meanwhile, public Anzac services - many with parades - will be held in every other part of the region, according to the Auckland Council website.

Click 'read more' for the full report.

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937 days ago

Catch up and Clean up

Mags4gifts

Purchase a three month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for $51.87 and get a cleaning kit (RRP$66) for Free from WildClean, the world’s 1st plastic negative cleaning co.

Make sure to use the promo code “CLEAN” at checkout to redeem. Terms and conditions apply.
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937 days ago

Anzac Day Store Hours!

Sheepskin Factory Shop from The Sheepskin Factory

Let's commemorate Anzac Day by remembering how our heroes fought bravely for our freedom. Let’s continue this fight by keeping ourselves and our family safe and healthy.

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938 days ago

Plaque commemorating life of WWII nurse unearthed during demolition works

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora koutou. A plaque in honour of WWII nurse Eliza Daisy Cargo has been rediscovered during some earthworks at North Shore Hospital.

Eliza was the first matron at the North Shore Obstetric Hospital. The block she worked in was demolished last year to make way for a new hospital building due to… View more
Kia ora koutou. A plaque in honour of WWII nurse Eliza Daisy Cargo has been rediscovered during some earthworks at North Shore Hospital.

Eliza was the first matron at the North Shore Obstetric Hospital. The block she worked in was demolished last year to make way for a new hospital building due to open in 2023.

A plaque commemorating her life was put in the adjoining grounds around 60 years ago, but had been hidden by vegetation over the decades, the Waitematā DHB said in a statement.

North Shore Hospital has now relocated the plaque, and held a small unveiling ceremony on Friday, attended by two of Eliza's former colleagues and a family member.

Born in 1909, Eliza is believed to have spent the first few years of her life in Manurewa. She finished finished her nursing training at Auckland Hospital around 1937 and served with the New Zealand Army Service in Italy, Egypt and New Caledonia during WWII, and later with J Force in Japan.

After completing her military service, Eliza led the Devonport Obstetric Hospital for about seven years, and also worked at a hospital in Pukekohe.

Between 1958 and 1964, Eliza oversaw the training of many student nurses as matron at North Shore Obstetric Hospital.

One of those nurses was Brenda Vujcich, who said of Eliza: "She influenced us greatly in our early training and was a very efficient and gracious sister who we all admired".

Eliza married Harold James Thompson later in her life and lived in Howick until her death in 1976.

Waitematā DHB director of midwifery Emma Farmer said it seemed fitting to unveil the plaque in time for Anzac Day.

“Eliza played a prominent role in the history of North Shore Hospital. We are also very conscious of her years in the New Zealand Army Nursing Service where she and her colleagues frequently risked their lives to help others during WWII."

Photo credit: Alexander Turnbull Library

938 days ago

World Book Day

NumberWorks'nWords Takapuna

World Book Day changes lives through a love of books and shared reading.

This World Book Day, 23 April 2022, we want to see more children develop a life-long habit of reading for pleasure, and enjoy the opportunities and benefits this brings them. Designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration… View more
World Book Day changes lives through a love of books and shared reading.

This World Book Day, 23 April 2022, we want to see more children develop a life-long habit of reading for pleasure, and enjoy the opportunities and benefits this brings them. Designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books and reading, World Book Day is marked in over 100 countries around the globe.

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938 days ago

Hurry – sale ends this weekend!

Resene

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Get 20% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, decorating accessories, wallpapers and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop.

Make the most of your home with paint designed in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions. Made right … View more
Get decorating and save with Resene!

Get 20% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, decorating accessories, wallpapers and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop.

Make the most of your home with paint designed in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions. Made right here in New Zealand since 1946 and voted Most Trusted Paint every year since 2012!

See sale details online: www.resene.co.nz/sale
Find out more

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938 days ago

Free firewood

Olga from Hillcrest

Hello neighbors. We have free firewood. You are welcome to pick it up. 72 Moore street, Hillcrest. A pile is at the letterbox.

939 days ago

Long weekend has started, check out our top things to do!

The Team from NZ Compare

Sometimes having NO plan is a great plan! But if you feel the need to do something this long weekend then take a look at our top ideas.

From the team at NZ Compare - be safe and smile with your loved ones. Lest we forget. ❤️

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939 days ago

Keep Feet Warm with Real Sheepskin Footwear!

Sheepskin Factory Shop from The Sheepskin Factory

INothing beats the warmth and comfort the come from wearing real sheepsin footwear. Grab yourself a pair before the weather gets colder! :)

Use code THANKU10 to avail 10% discount instore or online.

www.thesheepskinfactory.co.nz...

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939 days ago

Heathcotes’ Coffee Showcase Catalogue is out now!

Heathcotes Appliances

Heathcotes’ Coffee Showcase Catalogue is out now! Shop the latest and greatest in coffee technology.

Create third wave specialty coffee at home from bean to espresso in less than a minute with Breville's Barista Express Impress. Or, shop bonus offers* from Nespresso and De’Longhi to … View more
Heathcotes’ Coffee Showcase Catalogue is out now! Shop the latest and greatest in coffee technology.

Create third wave specialty coffee at home from bean to espresso in less than a minute with Breville's Barista Express Impress. Or, shop bonus offers* from Nespresso and De’Longhi to treat mum this Mother’s Day!

Come and see us in store or shop the catalogue online.

The Heathcotes team
*Terms & Conditions apply.
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940 days ago

Growing Together - Walkable Catchments

The Team from Auckland Council

Have your say on our proposed walking distances around the city centre, other large centres, and rapid transit where more apartments are required to meet government’s new housing rules.

Consultation: 19 April - 9 May.

Find out more and give your feedback by clicking on 'Read … View more
Have your say on our proposed walking distances around the city centre, other large centres, and rapid transit where more apartments are required to meet government’s new housing rules.

Consultation: 19 April - 9 May.

Find out more and give your feedback by clicking on 'Read More'.
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940 days ago

Budget Service Volunteers

Bryce from Northcote

Free training is offered for anyone who qualifies, to become a Financial Mentor through The North Shore Budget Service.

North Shore Budget Service is looking for volunteers.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A FINANCIAL MENTOR
COME JOIN OUR NEXT TRAINING (6 DAYS) STARTING IN MAY

TO FIND OUT… View more
Free training is offered for anyone who qualifies, to become a Financial Mentor through The North Shore Budget Service.

North Shore Budget Service is looking for volunteers.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A FINANCIAL MENTOR
COME JOIN OUR NEXT TRAINING (6 DAYS) STARTING IN MAY

TO FIND OUT MORE, PLEASE CONTACT

General Manager – Drew Glucina at:
drew@nsbudget.co.nz
or
Mobile 021648559

Please note full screening is required for this role.

940 days ago

Denis Bourke Paintings & Bobbie Gray "Insignifican Other" exhibitions

The Team from Depot Artspace

One more week before Denis Bourke Paintings & Bobbie Gray "Insignifican Other" exhibitions come down on next Wednesday 27 April!

"Denis Bourke Paintings" covers areas of interest that have been at work concurrently over several decades in Denis Bourke’s long-standing … View more
One more week before Denis Bourke Paintings & Bobbie Gray "Insignifican Other" exhibitions come down on next Wednesday 27 April!

"Denis Bourke Paintings" covers areas of interest that have been at work concurrently over several decades in Denis Bourke’s long-standing practice. Bourke has travelled widely across Aotearoa New Zealand, and is a longtime illustrator and recorder of land features.

Bobbie Gray's "Insignificant Other" brings everyday life into art through magnifying borer ‘galleries’ found in the native timber floors of the artist’s home. The works read as abstract paintings, yet the mark making delves beneath the surface, revealing physical depth. The lines left are evidence of life lived, in parallel with our own.

You can also view the works online at www.depotartspacegallery.com...

941 days ago

Mediterranean Lunch by our Cookery students

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

This week our Advanced cookery students designed a three-course menu that includes a fish dish, involving the filleting of a fish, freshly made pasta - ribbon or ravioli, plus dessert - all with a Mediterranean theme.
This is one of our most popular projects as the students must design a … View more
This week our Advanced cookery students designed a three-course menu that includes a fish dish, involving the filleting of a fish, freshly made pasta - ribbon or ravioli, plus dessert - all with a Mediterranean theme.
This is one of our most popular projects as the students must design a three-course menu, cost it in a spreadsheet to meet a specific budget, create a menu card and timeplan to help them execute the tasks. They must serve the menu to a guest who arrives at 12.30. Everything is done on the day. The students also get to sit with their guest to savour and enjoy their creations.

Along with our cookery students, the Food & Beverage, Level 4 students showcased excellent wine and food service to the guests.

Some of the dishes prepared were -
- Pan seared fish with salsa and mesclun salad
- Fettuccine Al Burro with handmade pasta
- Semolina cake soaked in orange blossom syrup, rosewater sorbet, pistachio crumb & candied orange peel

940 days ago

Do you have a great persimmon recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for persimmon recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before April 29, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for persimmon recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before April 29, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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