Maraetai, Auckland

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1993 days ago

Digital Technologies Workshop

The Mind Lab

Teachers - are you eager to develop digital skills and fluency? Curious about the new Digital Technologies learning areas | Hangarau Matihiko tupuranga of the curriculum? Hungry to experience a Mind Lab activity? Don’t just watch from the sidelines – join us at a free workshop!

Our Digital … View more
Teachers - are you eager to develop digital skills and fluency? Curious about the new Digital Technologies learning areas | Hangarau Matihiko tupuranga of the curriculum? Hungry to experience a Mind Lab activity? Don’t just watch from the sidelines – join us at a free workshop!

Our Digital Technologies Workshop offers engaging, supportive and insightful introductions into The Mind Lab and the new Digital Technologies curriculum content.

You’ll meet a community of like-minded educators, speak with our friendly facilitators, learn about our Postgraduate Certificate in Digital and Collaborative Learning, and leave inspired to explore new ideas and ways of teaching.

Please bring a smartphone, tablet or laptop.

When?
13th June 2019, 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Where?
Wakaaranga School, 18 Butley Dr, Farm Cove, Auckland 2012
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1996 days ago

Auckland measles outbreak: MMR vaccination age brought forward

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Auckland GPs will now vaccinate 12-month-old babies for measles, mumps, rubella in an attempt to protect the "most vulnerable" from the outbreak gripping the region.

There have been 104 measles cases in Auckland so far this year.

From this week, Auckland Regional Public Health Service … View more
Auckland GPs will now vaccinate 12-month-old babies for measles, mumps, rubella in an attempt to protect the "most vulnerable" from the outbreak gripping the region.

There have been 104 measles cases in Auckland so far this year.

From this week, Auckland Regional Public Health Service and Ministry of Health are recommending all 12-month-old children in the region receive their first MMR early to protect them from the highly infectious viral illness.

To read more, click here

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1994 days ago

Graeme Dingle Foundation and New Zealand Rugby empowering our tamariki!

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🏉 As the official charity for New Zealand Rugby, we're proud to partner with our sporting heroes to help provide a better future for our tamariki.

Learn more in the link provided!

#NZR #Rugby #AllBlacks #BlackFerns #GraemeDingleFoundation

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1994 days ago

Tomorrow is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 💜

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.

If … View more
Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse know that it's okay to speak out...

Call 0800 EA NOT OK (08000 32 668 65) for free and confidential help or visit the Age Concern New Zealand website for more advice and resources:

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1994 days ago

Heavy fog in Auckland affects more than 50 flights

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Bad news for those travelling in and out of Auckland Airport today - serious fog and cloud has disrupted more than 50 flights.

It's the second day in a row of fog disruption, with dozens of flights cancelled and delayed on Thursday.

To read more about which flights are … View more
Hey neighbours,

Bad news for those travelling in and out of Auckland Airport today - serious fog and cloud has disrupted more than 50 flights.

It's the second day in a row of fog disruption, with dozens of flights cancelled and delayed on Thursday.

To read more about which flights are affected, click here.

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1994 days ago
1994 days ago

Autumn art made easy

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and … View more
With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1995 days ago

Foggy Thursday morning in Auckland

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

More than 60 domestic flights were affected by fog over Auckland on Thursday morning. Met Service meteorologist Andy Best said the fog should clear up around midday.
Thank you to Lalit Rane for sharing this photo he took from Mount Eden of the Sky Tower peeping from a blanket of fog.
Do you like … View more
More than 60 domestic flights were affected by fog over Auckland on Thursday morning. Met Service meteorologist Andy Best said the fog should clear up around midday.
Thank you to Lalit Rane for sharing this photo he took from Mount Eden of the Sky Tower peeping from a blanket of fog.
Do you like fog, or find it a nuisance? Let us know in the comments.
[Please type NFP if your comment is not for print.]

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1994 days ago

Students build confidence at Strathallan

ACG Strathallan

Like most parents, Amanda and Chris Mills want the very best educational opportunities for their kids – and a visit to Strathallan convinced them they’d found the perfect fit for eldest daughter Sophie (13). “For us, it was important to choose a school that would not only provide the best … View moreLike most parents, Amanda and Chris Mills want the very best educational opportunities for their kids – and a visit to Strathallan convinced them they’d found the perfect fit for eldest daughter Sophie (13). “For us, it was important to choose a school that would not only provide the best opportunities but also build Sophie’s confidence and extend her view of what was possible. After visiting ACG Strathallan we were confident it was the right choice.”

The Mills family value the supportive academic environment, and the strong holistic focus. They are delighted with the choice they’ve made and are confident of the benefits this educational opportunity will provide.

We warmly invite you to visit us at our open day between 9am - 11am on Tuesday, 25 June.
Learn more

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1995 days ago

Mate Ma’a Tonga fan day: Monday 17 June, 3.30pm, Mt Smart Stadium

Helen Shaw from

The Mate Ma’a Tonga team are inviting their fans to attend the Auckland fan day (full details below) on Monday 17 June at Mt Smart Stadium for a chance to meet the team ahead of the Oceania Cup Test against the Kiwis on 22 June.
The event, starting at 3.30pm, will feature a DJ, junior … View more
The Mate Ma’a Tonga team are inviting their fans to attend the Auckland fan day (full details below) on Monday 17 June at Mt Smart Stadium for a chance to meet the team ahead of the Oceania Cup Test against the Kiwis on 22 June.
The event, starting at 3.30pm, will feature a DJ, junior performances and signing and selfie stations.

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1995 days ago

Poll: Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View more
Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.

To read more, click here

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Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?
  • 27.7% Yes
    27.7% Complete
  • 72.3% No
    72.3% Complete
2119 votes
1995 days ago

Open Days at Karaka Lifestyle Estate

Karaka Lifestyle Estate Retirement Village

Karaka Lifestyle Estate is a new independent-living retirement village in Drury. The first units will be ready for occupation this December. Karaka Lifestyle Estate features spacious homes, friendly community atmosphere and the management support you would expect of a top-quality retirement village… View moreKaraka Lifestyle Estate is a new independent-living retirement village in Drury. The first units will be ready for occupation this December. Karaka Lifestyle Estate features spacious homes, friendly community atmosphere and the management support you would expect of a top-quality retirement village but it comes with a key difference, at Karaka Lifestyle Estate you get the capital gain from the sale of your unit.

Karaka Lifestyle Estate could be for you if retaining your wealth is important to you, and you are looking for:

- Safe and secure retirement living
- A strong and lively social network
- The hassles of home maintenance taken care of
- A supportive environment, with an onsite manager

Come along to one of our open days to experience our beautiful Country Club, view plans of our village, and learn more about Karaka Lifestyle Estate.

When: 30th June and 1 st July, 10am to 4pm
Where: Karaka Lifestyle Estate, 333 Bremner Road, Karaka

Construction is occurring on the site, so for your safety please contact our salesperson Linda to book a visiting time.
Book a visit

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1996 days ago

Wearable Arts Fashion Show - School Entries

Nicole Stanton from

NEWS ALERT! ?

We've released the schools who have entered this year's Wearable Arts Fashion Show. 90% of the schools are from South & East Auckland!

Come and support tamariki as they strut the catwalk to show off their upcycled wearable art and spread important environmental … View more
NEWS ALERT! ?

We've released the schools who have entered this year's Wearable Arts Fashion Show. 90% of the schools are from South & East Auckland!

Come and support tamariki as they strut the catwalk to show off their upcycled wearable art and spread important environmental messages!
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? South Auckland Home School
? McCauley High School
? Beachlands Primary School
? Pukekohe Intermediate
? Greenmeadows Intermediate
? Somerville Intermediate
? Mission Heights Junior College
? Pointview Primary
? Hillpark School
? Botany Downs Secondary College
? Ormiston Junior College
? Howick College
? Epsom Normal Primary School
? Manurewa High School
? Rangitoto College
? Howick Intermediate
? Wakaranga Primary School
? Karaka School
? Conifer Grove School

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