Maraetai, Auckland

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

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

1583 days ago

Political commitment to climate change faces first test soon

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, The political will in Auckland to tackle global warming will have its first big test in coming months when councillors consider the case for raising public transport fares. Should they freeze? Read the story below:

1583 days ago

Dance Yourself Happy and Botany & Flat Bush & Ormiston Community Networking Meeting

Lindsay Upton from Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS)

— Happening later this week: Thursday evening is Dance Yourself Happy time. By turning up the tunes and simply letting loose, you'll find that you stop thinking about your problems and begin to relax, while Friday afternoon brings an opportunity for people and community organisations to come… View more— Happening later this week: Thursday evening is Dance Yourself Happy time. By turning up the tunes and simply letting loose, you'll find that you stop thinking about your problems and begin to relax, while Friday afternoon brings an opportunity for people and community organisations to come together and network at the Botany & Flat Bush & Ormiston Community Meeting.

1582 days ago

Lead and inspire the next generation

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Study in Auckland!

Meet Raukura Edwards who shares “I loved the experience of studying, I felt at home at Awanuiārangi.

The lecturers are amazing. Being able to learn online and through block learning was so much more efficient for me as a working Māmā. I was able to work, look after my… View more
Study in Auckland!

Meet Raukura Edwards who shares “I loved the experience of studying, I felt at home at Awanuiārangi.

The lecturers are amazing. Being able to learn online and through block learning was so much more efficient for me as a working Māmā. I was able to work, look after my tamariki and gain a degree. We supported each other to get over the line. I’m studying for a Master’s now and I’m learning so much more. I love it!”

You too can help facilitate the learning journey of future leaders. Study with us in 2021 and become a teacher!
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1583 days ago

NZ Made Knitwear Sale!

McDonald Textiles

Annual knitwear factory sale. Beautiful locally made knitwear on sale from leading brands Visage, McDonald, Standard Issue.

Up to 80% off RRP. 3 days only from Friday 31st of July to Sunday 2nd of August. 10am to 4pm daily.

Forever knits on sale for a limited time only! Includes 100% Merino… View more
Annual knitwear factory sale. Beautiful locally made knitwear on sale from leading brands Visage, McDonald, Standard Issue.

Up to 80% off RRP. 3 days only from Friday 31st of July to Sunday 2nd of August. 10am to 4pm daily.

Forever knits on sale for a limited time only! Includes 100% Merino Wool, Possum Merino and Alpaca blend knitwear. End of season, samples and seconds.

4B Lockhart Place, Mount Wellington.
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1583 days ago

Do you live in one of Auckland's most hotly-contested electorates?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, Campaigns for several Auckland electorate seats, including Auckland Central, ahead of the 2020 general election are expected to heat up during the next two months. Here's a round up of some of the electorates which may have the most interesting or closest races. Do you live in … View moreHi neighbours, Campaigns for several Auckland electorate seats, including Auckland Central, ahead of the 2020 general election are expected to heat up during the next two months. Here's a round up of some of the electorates which may have the most interesting or closest races. Do you live in one of these areas?

1586 days ago

How does your faith shape your day-to-day life?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours. I'm looking to chat to some people about their religion for a project to be published in the Sunday Star-Times. The story will examine the role of religion and faith in New Zealand, and how it has changed over the last few decades.

Do you know of any unique places of worship in… View more
Hi neighbours. I'm looking to chat to some people about their religion for a project to be published in the Sunday Star-Times. The story will examine the role of religion and faith in New Zealand, and how it has changed over the last few decades.

Do you know of any unique places of worship in Auckland? Perhaps you have a special area in your home where your family meets to pray, or the way you cook and meet people is shaped by your faith? How does your faith help you through challenging times?

I'd love to hear from people of all religions - please email me a little bit about yourself at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz if you're interested in sharing.

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1587 days ago

Coronavirus delays mean downtown work will miss America's Cup

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, The plans to have a big upgrade of downtown Auckland ready for the America's Cup, has gone, thanks to Coronavirus delays. Some harbour projects won't be ready until early-mid 2021. Do you think it matters? Read the story below:

1586 days ago

Aerial photos show scale of Auckland motorway project from Pūhoi to Warkworth

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you seen the arial photographs of the progress of construction on the major motorway project north of Auckland?

The Ōkahu Viaduct is a steel girder bridge that crosses Pūhoi Rd and Te Aqua Pūhoi.

Work is taking place near the Johnstones Hill tunnels, as part of the Ara … View more
Hi neighbours,

Have you seen the arial photographs of the progress of construction on the major motorway project north of Auckland?

The Ōkahu Viaduct is a steel girder bridge that crosses Pūhoi Rd and Te Aqua Pūhoi.

Work is taking place near the Johnstones Hill tunnels, as part of the Ara Tūhono project that will extend the four-lane Northern Motorway (SH1) 18.5km from Pūhoi to just north of Warkworth, in a move aimed at improving road safety.

The motorway was scheduled to open at the end of 2021, but delays due to the coronavirus alert level 4 lockdown in April meant nearly five weeks of working time was lost.

Now, the new road is expected to be open in time for Queen’s Birthday weekend 2022. To read more, click here

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1584 days ago

Want to help create kinder connected communities?

Neighbourly.co.nz

With The Sunday Star Times, we’ve launched a survey to find out how lonely and connected Kiwis feel, take part here and you could win a $100 Prezzy® card Take the survey

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1588 days ago

'Do-up' property with $1 reserve fetches good price

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The owners banked their retirement on a $1 reserve. But they needn't have worried. Would you be this brave?

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1585 days ago

Auckland rapper's collaboration with Kanye West's producer

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, Auckland-based rapper Mustafa Sheikh, who performs as Lil Mussie, worked with the producer of three of Kanye West’s Grammy-winning albums on his new single.
The collaboration led to him having a "surreal" FaceTime call with West - one of his biggest inspirations. … View more
Hi neighbours, Auckland-based rapper Mustafa Sheikh, who performs as Lil Mussie, worked with the producer of three of Kanye West’s Grammy-winning albums on his new single.
The collaboration led to him having a "surreal" FaceTime call with West - one of his biggest inspirations. Sheikh's music is inspired by his work supporting Kiwi kids experiencing poverty through the charity he founded called Bread. Find out more about him and his work in the below story and video.

1585 days ago

Have your say about Covid-19 lockdown

The Team from Auckland Museum

Are you 70 or over? How did you find the Covid-19 lockdown? We believe it's important to gain views from this demographic, which was often identified in the media as being most at risk and in need of protection, yet their views and experiences during this time remain largely unknown.

A team… View more
Are you 70 or over? How did you find the Covid-19 lockdown? We believe it's important to gain views from this demographic, which was often identified in the media as being most at risk and in need of protection, yet their views and experiences during this time remain largely unknown.

A team of researchers from the University of Auckland are gathering letters from older New Zealanders about their experiences of lockdown, to inform key research about government and media responses in the event of future pandemics. Some of the letters will be acquired by Auckland Museum to record this unique period in our history for years to come.

If you or someone you know would like to participate, find out more here.
Have your say

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