Laingholm, Auckland

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1195 days ago

Stay-at-home parents! Want to go back to work?

First Security

Want to work AND be home with the kids before or after school?

FIRST Security urgently needs Security Guards in your area and have tailored roles to suit a work and home life balance. Family friendly hours are available so you can choose shifts to suit you and your family. On-job training is … View more
Want to work AND be home with the kids before or after school?

FIRST Security urgently needs Security Guards in your area and have tailored roles to suit a work and home life balance. Family friendly hours are available so you can choose shifts to suit you and your family. On-job training is provided so no prior security experience is needed.

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1195 days ago

Industry Skills Development Handbook

Competenz

Is this you?

You know building the skills and capability of your staff is vital, but it’s hard to know where to start or even where to turn for advice, so it keeps sliding down your to-do list.

Use this guidebook to develop your company’s capability and improve your bottom line.
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1196 days ago

Avondale College teacher tests positive for Covid-19

Caroline Williams Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours. A teacher at Avondale College has tested positive for Covid-19.

The 25-year-old woman is one of seven in the community who have now tested positive for the virus (as of 1pm on Wednesday - this number is expected to grow).

Principal Lyndy Watkinson told the school community … View more
Kia ora neighbours. A teacher at Avondale College has tested positive for Covid-19.

The 25-year-old woman is one of seven in the community who have now tested positive for the virus (as of 1pm on Wednesday - this number is expected to grow).

Principal Lyndy Watkinson told the school community further information would be shared as it was received.

“My thoughts and best wishes are with the staff member concerned, and I thank them for acting responsibly and following all health advice,” she wrote in an email.

It is not yet clear whether the teacher was at school while infectious, however the Auckland Regional Public Health Service said all staff and students (about 2500) were considered close contacts.

Students and staff were now required to remain in self-isolation at home for 14 days.

Click 'read more' for the full story by Danielle Clent.

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1196 days ago

Do your curtains & blinds need a professional clean?

The Team from Textile Cleaning Services

Mildew and mould spores have long been recognised as a serious health hazard. Protect your family’s health and have your curtains cleaned by the experts at Textile Curtain Cleaning.

We know how to remove unsightly stains, mildew and mould spores that leave your curtains and blinds looking less… View more
Mildew and mould spores have long been recognised as a serious health hazard. Protect your family’s health and have your curtains cleaned by the experts at Textile Curtain Cleaning.

We know how to remove unsightly stains, mildew and mould spores that leave your curtains and blinds looking less than their best. Because your window furnishings are valuable, and must be carefully maintained, you can trust our experienced team to professionally clean your curtains, drapes and blinds.

We are specialists in mildew and stain removal from curtains and blinds (Roman & Austrian blinds included).

Open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm, Saturday 9am – 12pm, for your convenience. Temporary curtains available at no charge! Call us on 09 473 5350.
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1197 days ago

Auckland Museum is temporarily closed

The Team from Auckland Museum

We’re now closed to the public in response to our city’s efforts to limit the transmission of Covid-19.

If you've booked tickets to the Sea Monsters exhibition or to any of our tours for dates while Auckland is in lockdown, you'll receive an email from our bookings team with more … View more
We’re now closed to the public in response to our city’s efforts to limit the transmission of Covid-19.

If you've booked tickets to the Sea Monsters exhibition or to any of our tours for dates while Auckland is in lockdown, you'll receive an email from our bookings team with more information.

We will await further information from the Government and update here as we know more. We look forward to welcoming you back when the city moves to Level 2 and we’re safely able to open our doors. In the meantime, kia kaha Tāmaki Makaurau!

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1197 days ago

New Zealand at Alert Level 4

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
August 18
1.16pm

The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.

Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- … View more
UPDATE
August 18
1.16pm

The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.

Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- There are no genomic matches to those cases at the border to this case.
- There are a further two cases to report in the community. ​
- From 11:59pm, it will be compulsory to wear masks when accessing essential services.
- From 8am tomorrow, the Covid-19 vaccination programme will resume.
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UPDATE
August 18
9.10am

- Four new cases have been identified, all genomically linked to the original case
- The original case has been confirmed as having the Delta variant
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New Zealand will move to a Level 4 lockdown after a community case was detected in Auckland.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was joined by Ashley Bloomfield at a press conference, where she confirmed that Auckland and Coromandel would move to Alert Level 4 from 11.59pm for seven days, while the rest of the country will be under Level 4 conditions for three days.

It is unknown whether this case is that of the Delta variant. Bloomfield stated that genome sequencing will be completed by tomorrow morning.

There is currently 23 locations of interest, 10 in Auckland and 13 in Coromandel. Current locations of interest can be found here.

The case has no links to the border and interviews are currently being undertaken with the case to find any possible locations of interest and how they came to be in contact with Covid-19.

Here's what you need to know:
- A refresh on Level restrictions and what it means for you.
- Here are the locations of interest.
- If you have any flu-like symptoms, call the NZ Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or ring your GP.
- Find your closest Covid-19 testing location on the Healthpoint website
- Essential services such as supermarkets and pharmacies will remain open.

For more information, visit covid19.govt.nz.

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1197 days ago

ART Collective Project - September Art Classes @ Nathan Homestead

Denise Petit from Shiloh Creative Life Centre Charitable Trust

Join us in September for our daytime and evening art classes being offered at the Nathan Homestead @ 70 Hill Road, Manurewa. We have watercolour, palette knife acrylics, human life drawing and sewn textile fibre art classes to participate in.

Register through our Facebook page: www.facebook.com...View more
Join us in September for our daytime and evening art classes being offered at the Nathan Homestead @ 70 Hill Road, Manurewa. We have watercolour, palette knife acrylics, human life drawing and sewn textile fibre art classes to participate in.

Register through our Facebook page: www.facebook.com...

The ART Collective Project is offered through the Shiloh Creative Life Centre Charitable Trust. Our website: www.shilohcentre.org.nz...

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1197 days ago

BREAKING NEWS---Community case of Covid-19 under investigation in Auckland

Brian from New Lynn

A community case of Covid-19 has been identified in the community in Auckland, the Ministry of Health says.
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1197 days ago
1197 days ago

Knock down and rebuild new

G.J. Gardner

If you love where you live but don’t love the house you live in, renovating may not be the best way to improve your home.

Consider removing your existing home and rebuilding in the location you love. Not only do you get the home you want, without compromise, but you’ll also maximise the … View more
If you love where you live but don’t love the house you live in, renovating may not be the best way to improve your home.

Consider removing your existing home and rebuilding in the location you love. Not only do you get the home you want, without compromise, but you’ll also maximise the value of your location.

So before you make plans to renovate your old place, see what you could build brand new.
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1198 days ago

Keen to get back to work?

First Security

Are you, your partner or someone you know keen to go back to work?

FIRST Security are recruiting now for MIQ Security Guards in your area. Family friendly hours are available to suit your lifestyle so you can balance work and home, AND earn the Living Wage. Plus full, on-job training is … View more
Are you, your partner or someone you know keen to go back to work?

FIRST Security are recruiting now for MIQ Security Guards in your area. Family friendly hours are available to suit your lifestyle so you can balance work and home, AND earn the Living Wage. Plus full, on-job training is provided so no prior experience is required.

Apply today and join New Zealand's leading security provider to help keep your community and New Zealand safe.
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1199 days ago

Limited time offer!

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Usually $149+GST, Neighbourly Premium enables you to grow a strong presence in your local community. Find friendly … View more
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1200 days ago

New Zealander of the Year Nominations close 31 August.

Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards

Kia Ora New Zealand! Nominations are OPEN for this year’s Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa!

The awards recognise the achievements and contributions of an inspirational Kiwi who has made a significant contribution to our country this year.

There are a … View more
Kia Ora New Zealand! Nominations are OPEN for this year’s Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa!

The awards recognise the achievements and contributions of an inspirational Kiwi who has made a significant contribution to our country this year.

There are a number of categories to nominate for, so what are you waiting for?! Who will be the 2022 New Zealander of the Year? Nominate Now!
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1200 days ago

Warm welcome to Digital Boost

Neighbourly

We're very excited to announce Digital Boost as our new Neighbourly partner.
Digital Boost is a free online learning platform providing tutorials on how to operate a business in today's digital world.

We truly believe in the support and tools they provide to help digitally upskill … View more
We're very excited to announce Digital Boost as our new Neighbourly partner.
Digital Boost is a free online learning platform providing tutorials on how to operate a business in today's digital world.

We truly believe in the support and tools they provide to help digitally upskill New Zealand SME businesses.

Please join us in welcoming Digital Boost and stay tuned for tips and tricks, online tutorials and other exciting content!
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1202 days ago

Reconnecting New Zealanders to the world

Brian from New Lynn

Today the Government launched a plan to safely re-open New Zealand’s borders from the first quarter of 2022, while sticking with the elimination strategy that has led the country’s COVID-19 response to date.
For now until the end of the year, the focus is on offering the vaccine to all eligible… View more
Today the Government launched a plan to safely re-open New Zealand’s borders from the first quarter of 2022, while sticking with the elimination strategy that has led the country’s COVID-19 response to date.
For now until the end of the year, the focus is on offering the vaccine to all eligible New Zealanders.The vaccination process is being accelerated to ensure everyone is at least partially vaccinated as soon as possible to avoid the risk and impact of Delta variant of COVID-19.
Once all eligible New Zealanders have had the opportunity to be vaccinated, there will be a phased approach to the re-opening of the border.
Phased approach
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From the first quarter of 2022, the country will look to move to new risk-based settings as soon as it’s safe. A self-isolation pilot for businesses that need to send staff overseas is planned in the second half of this year, and there are plans to develop new testing and vaccination checking systems at the border.
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There will be new low, medium and high risk pathways when border and health systems are ready.
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1. Low risk: Quarantine free entry for vaccinated travellers who have been in low risk countries.
2. Medium risk: Modified isolation for vaccinated travellers who have visited medium risk countries.
3. High risk: Full 14 days in MIQ and testing for unvaccinated travellers from medium risk countries and all travellers who have been in very high risk or high risk countries.
Testing regimes will remain across all three pathways. A traveller health declaration, including a vaccination certification, will be an important factor in determining the travellers' risk entry pathway on arrival.
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Elimination strategy remains
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Sir David Skegg, Chair of the Government’s independent Public Health Advisory Group, said elimination does not necessarily mean “zero COVID-19” or eradication. Early in the pandemic, the Director-General of Health confirmed that our elimination approach focuses on zero tolerance towards new cases, rather than a goal of no new cases. "Our approach has followed this definition, which treats elimination as a process, rather than a permanent outcome," Sir David said today. Alert level restrictions, including lockdowns, will be deployed as we need to in future to quickly stamp out the virus, but greater vaccination coverage will also ultimately reduce the need to use lockdowns. If we open the borders now we will lose the freedoms and advantages we have worked so hard to achieve.
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