Hauraki, Auckland

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2355 days ago

Speedway to move from Western Springs

Reporter Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

Speedway promoters have agreed to move from Western Springs, opening the way for the venue to become the home of test cricket in Auckland.

Here's the full details about the move.

What are your thoughts on the speedway moving? Are you a neighbour glad to see the back of … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Speedway promoters have agreed to move from Western Springs, opening the way for the venue to become the home of test cricket in Auckland.

Here's the full details about the move.

What are your thoughts on the speedway moving? Are you a neighbour glad to see the back of the racing and the noise? Are you looking forward to a decent test cricket venue in Auckland? And if you're a speedway fan, how do you feel about trekking out to the airport to see races?

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your comments used on Stuff)

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2350 days ago

Housing affordability gets worse

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, are you renting and unable to comfortably afford your own home?

About 85% of people in North Shore have said they are unable to afford a house within the cheapest 25% of the area - and it's said to be getting worse. Is this something you are struggling with? What are house … View more
Hi neighbours, are you renting and unable to comfortably afford your own home?

About 85% of people in North Shore have said they are unable to afford a house within the cheapest 25% of the area - and it's said to be getting worse. Is this something you are struggling with? What are house prices like in your neighbourhood?

What do you think needs to be done to help change these results?

To see the statistics from the Government's latest housing affordability measure, click here.

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2350 days ago

Get hands on experience! Courses starting 23rd July.

NZMA

These courses will set you up to enter the construction industry as an apprentice or entry-level employee. You’ll gain loads of hands-on, practical experience, starting off with small workshop projects and eventually building a prefabricated timber sleepout, through our partnership with Go-Homes!… View moreThese courses will set you up to enter the construction industry as an apprentice or entry-level employee. You’ll gain loads of hands-on, practical experience, starting off with small workshop projects and eventually building a prefabricated timber sleepout, through our partnership with Go-Homes!

You may even be eligible to study for free through the Youth Guarantee or Maori and Pasifika Trades Training schemes*. Don’t miss out. Courses starting 23rd July.
Contact us and enrol today!

*Terms and conditions apply. Contact the NZMA team for more information.
See our students in training

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2350 days ago

School holiday programme: Hit the Stage!

Operating Theatre Trust

Tim Bray Productions presents their school holiday 5-day Hit the Stage! programme and popular single-day Theatre Workshops. Hit the Stage! students have the experience of devising their very own piece of theatre to perform to loved ones at the end of the week. Theatre Workshops allow your children … View moreTim Bray Productions presents their school holiday 5-day Hit the Stage! programme and popular single-day Theatre Workshops. Hit the Stage! students have the experience of devising their very own piece of theatre to perform to loved ones at the end of the week. Theatre Workshops allow your children (ages 5-12yrs) to have exclusive backstage tours, with exciting theatre and craft activities.

Hit the Stage! takes place at TAPAC, Mon 9 - Fri 13 July and Theatre Workshops are offered at the PumpHouse Theatre in half-day or full-day sessions on July 16, 17, 18 or 19. Click here for more info and to book.
Learn more

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2350 days ago

Talk on Cleansing with Real Food

Cheryl Farthing from The Yoga Studio

Meet HealthCoach Maria who is giving a talk at The Yoga Studio.

Maria is full of beans and a total mine of information.

Have some tea and nibbles with us and find out how to cleanse and reset your system using - wait for it REAL FOOD!!!!

Discover which foods and habits are bringing your … View more
Meet HealthCoach Maria who is giving a talk at The Yoga Studio.

Maria is full of beans and a total mine of information.

Have some tea and nibbles with us and find out how to cleanse and reset your system using - wait for it REAL FOOD!!!!

Discover which foods and habits are bringing your body down and what to do about it.

Wednesday June 20th 6.30pm
NO CHARGE but please reserve a place via email cherylfarthing@xtra.co.nz

The Yoga Studio 22 Aramoana Avenue, Devonport

Free

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2351 days ago

Waste plan a step closer to a zero-waste Auckland

Communications Team from Auckland Council

The council’s Environment and Community Committee has approved recommendations from hearings on the plan and adopted the Auckland Waste Management and Minimisation Plan 2018: Working Together for Zero Waste.

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2355 days ago

What do you think about our airports?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Auckland,

Your city's airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest … View more
Hi Auckland,

Your city's airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”

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2351 days ago

How did you buy your first home?

Felicity Reid Reporter from North Shore Times

Many people struggle with housing affordability in Auckland.
Did you or someone in your family come up with a creative solution to getting on the Auckland property ladder? Have you bought your first home recently and have a story you would be happy to share to help inspire others?
Comments are … View more
Many people struggle with housing affordability in Auckland.
Did you or someone in your family come up with a creative solution to getting on the Auckland property ladder? Have you bought your first home recently and have a story you would be happy to share to help inspire others?
Comments are for publication unless otherwise specified.

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