Lynfield, Auckland

1270 days ago

Confidence.

NumberWorks'nWords New Lynn

With a confident attitude, you can reach great heights.

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1287 days ago

Cleaner wanted

Moveena from Mount Roskill

Hi
I am looking for someone who can do weekly cleaning at my place in Mount Roskill. Please PM me if interested.
Thanks Moveena

1271 days ago

A promising sports future - Lynfield College student Kevin Zhang (14)

John from Lynfield

Lynfield College student Kevin Zhang (14) looks to have a very promising sports future ahead of him.

Kevin (Year 10) who swims for Roskill Swim Club, showed incredible talent at the 2021 Aon National Age Group Swimming Championships held at the Wellington Regional Aquatic Centre in April.

His… View more
Lynfield College student Kevin Zhang (14) looks to have a very promising sports future ahead of him.

Kevin (Year 10) who swims for Roskill Swim Club, showed incredible talent at the 2021 Aon National Age Group Swimming Championships held at the Wellington Regional Aquatic Centre in April.

His performance was outstanding, with five gold medals and a bronze. He also made the finals of the 50m freestyle and 100m backstroke.

Lynfield College is justifiably very proud of him.

Kevin’s results:
Gold: 100m Breaststroke (Men’s Final 14 Yrs)
Gold: 200m Freestyle (Men’s Final 14 Yrs)
Bronze: 200m Backstroke (Men’s Final 14 Yrs)
Gold: 100m Freestyle (Men’s Final 14 Yrs)
Gold: 200m Individual Medley (Men’s Final 14 Yrs)

Gold: 400m Freestyle (Men’s Final 14 Yrs)


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1271 days ago

Daffodil Day Area Coordinators

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Can you commit a few hours per week for the weeks leading up to Daffodil Day for our street appeal on Friday 27th August and Saturday 28th August? A current driver’s license and a car/vehicle will be needed as you will be required to drive around on Daffodil Day to ensure our collectors have … View moreCan you commit a few hours per week for the weeks leading up to Daffodil Day for our street appeal on Friday 27th August and Saturday 28th August? A current driver’s license and a car/vehicle will be needed as you will be required to drive around on Daffodil Day to ensure our collectors have their high visibility vests, eftpos machines, buckets and receive lots of support. If you are confident adapting to new software systems this will be a bonus! Our aim is to reduce the incidence and impact of cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand. We are here to help and support people with cancer, and their whanau. In the first instance and for more detailed information, please email your interest including your best contact number to Sudha Bhana Manager Volunteering sbhana@akcansoc.org.nz

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1271 days ago

RMHC® New Zealand Annual Appeal

Ronald McDonald House Charities

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1272 days ago

Nurses vote to strike this Wednesday as DHB negotiations fall over

Brian from New Lynn

The eight-hour strike by nurses at all public hospitals and DHB facilities will go ahead this week after the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) voted to reject a second offer. NZNO lead advocate David Wait said the second DHB offer did not significantly change and did not address "serious … View moreThe eight-hour strike by nurses at all public hospitals and DHB facilities will go ahead this week after the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) voted to reject a second offer. NZNO lead advocate David Wait said the second DHB offer did not significantly change and did not address "serious nursing workforce issues" and "pay rates that do not attract people into the profession or retain the people we have".
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Nurses around the country will walk off the job in protest from 11am to 7pm on Wednesday.
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It's the second DHB offer that the union has turned down, which Wait said still fails to address the issues raised and wasn't significantly different to the previous offer. "Members are facing serious nursing workforce issues, with pay rates that do not attract people into the profession or retain the people we have, and staffing levels which stretch them to breaking point, putting them and their patients at risk."
District Health Boards spokesperson Dale Oliff said their main priority now is to ensure patient safety and maintain essential services during the strike. "DHBs will try to minimise disruption with some non-acute and elective procedures deferred were necessary to reduce demand on services and reduce patient numbers as much as possible." Processes are underway to contact patients impacted by the strike, while she said those needing urgent medical attention shouldn’t delay seeking help.
The union’s decision to reject the offer was prompted by the inclusion of a lump sum payment of $4000 which was a part payment on back pay that's owed to members through the pay equity claim that's expected to be settled at the end of the year. Wait said members know that these lump sums don't actually lift pay rates or improve the long-term issues that the health system faces and find it unfair that they'd be asked to wait out the pay equity process. "It's heart breaking that nurses and other health workers feel so undervalued that they would choose industrial action. Nobody wants this and the best way for future strikes to be avoided would be through a fair and decent offer." After the strike is over, negotiations will continue between NZNO and the DHBs which are likely to include mediation or facilitation, according to Oliff. "We anticipate bargaining will continue to focus on pay, with our commitment to the wellbeing package, protecting the gains from the last negotiations and DHBs assurance to safe staffing." Further strike action still hasn't been ruled out by NZNO and its 30,000 members. The union is calling for a "profession-enhancing offer" from the DHBs, that "truly recognises the contribution nursing staff make", according to Wait.
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1276 days ago

We Say/You Say: Waiheke Marina

The Team from Community News

Kia ora Auckland,

Should the proposed marina on Waiheke Island get the green light?

Construction on Waiheke Island's Kennedy Point marina is to continue after an out of court settlement was made between campaigners and developers.

Four years of court proceedings have been withdrawn by… View more
Kia ora Auckland,

Should the proposed marina on Waiheke Island get the green light?

Construction on Waiheke Island's Kennedy Point marina is to continue after an out of court settlement was made between campaigners and developers.

Four years of court proceedings have been withdrawn by Save Kennedy Point (SKP), after Kennedy Point Boatharbour Limited said they would put the welfare of a little blue penguin colony front of mind.

As part of the settlement, the developers have agreed to forgo all recent costs orders made against SKP and to not seek further costs from them.

SKP was facing bills of almost $250,000 sought by the developers and Auckland Council.

In more recent developments, the group has announced they will hīkoi to Parliament to deliver a petition asking Environment Minister David Parker take the case back to the Environment Court.

The petition, which already has 8500 signatures, was started by Uri o Ngāri Pāoa, who are occupying the beach at Kennedy Point.

What do you think about the proposal? Share your comments below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want them featured in your local community paper.

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1272 days ago

Police located missing 76-year-old man safely

Bernadette Basagre Reporter from Central Leader

Police’s search for a 76-year-old man, Vaisaili Paulo from the Auckland suburb of Wesley, has been found.

Paulo was last seen at 6pm Monday and has now been located safe.

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1272 days ago

Cross the bridge for Cancer Society

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Lace up your running shoes Auckland, it’s time to get fit for a great cause!

Run or walk the ASB Auckland Marathon on 31 October for the Cancer Society and you’ll boost your motivation while supporting local people with cancer. Choose from 11km, 21km or the full 42km – all options include… View more
Lace up your running shoes Auckland, it’s time to get fit for a great cause!

Run or walk the ASB Auckland Marathon on 31 October for the Cancer Society and you’ll boost your motivation while supporting local people with cancer. Choose from 11km, 21km or the full 42km – all options include crossing the iconic Harbour Bridge.

Pledge to fundraise $1500 and the first 30 people to reach that goal will get their entry fee repaid!
Sign up now

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1275 days ago

Government announces $685 million cycling and walking bridge for Auckland's Waitematā Harbour

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora koutou. A new bridge costing $685 million is to be built for walkers and cyclists crossing Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour.

It is hoped construction can begin mid-2022, in a plan unveiled just five days after cycling lobbyists broke through a police barrier and rode over the existing … View more
Kia ora koutou. A new bridge costing $685 million is to be built for walkers and cyclists crossing Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour.

It is hoped construction can begin mid-2022, in a plan unveiled just five days after cycling lobbyists broke through a police barrier and rode over the existing Harbour Bridge, demanding action.

Transport Minister Michael Wood said once begun, the new structure is expected to take five years to complete, and work will continue on interim use of existing harbour bridge lanes for cycling and walking.

“A stand-alone structure is the safest option that will not only provide a walking and cycling option for commuters but creates an outstanding piece of tourism infrastructure,” said Wood.

What do you all think of the announcement? Let us know in the comments and click 'read more' for Todd Niall's full report.

1279 days ago

What does "urban" mean when it comes to your rates bill ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora Neighbours, When is urban not urban? That was one of the biggest debates when Auckland's latest rate rise was set at an average 5 per cent. There's extra pain for thousands of fringe properties now rated urban, when they say they are not getting an urban "deal". Are you … View moreKia ora Neighbours, When is urban not urban? That was one of the biggest debates when Auckland's latest rate rise was set at an average 5 per cent. There's extra pain for thousands of fringe properties now rated urban, when they say they are not getting an urban "deal". Are you ? Read the story below:

1275 days ago

Free bike

Olga from Blockhouse Bay

Good condition suit for kids 7-9 years. Pick up from Blockhouse Bay, West Auckland. Text me: 0224366095

1275 days ago

Weekend and After School Language Classes

Lute from New Lynn

Kia Ora Neighbours!

If there’s anyone who is keen to learn/strengthen their Samoan and Tongan Language please contact 0211256121 for more details. Available for beginners, intermediate and advanced.

They also teach literacy, the guitar and the violin for an affordable price . Please Contact … View more
Kia Ora Neighbours!

If there’s anyone who is keen to learn/strengthen their Samoan and Tongan Language please contact 0211256121 for more details. Available for beginners, intermediate and advanced.

They also teach literacy, the guitar and the violin for an affordable price . Please Contact 022 511 0023 for more details. Available for all ages.

This is an opportunity for those who are tired of travelling the distance just for a 1 hour class.

They are just down the road at Miro Street, New Lynn.

Cheers!

Price: $27

1275 days ago

RMHC® New Zealand Annual Appeal

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Help us house families with hospitalised children. Join the fight to fund a night. Find out more

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