Maraetai, Auckland

2233 days ago

Smoking ban for 800+ dining spots across Auckland

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Put out that cigarette, smokers!

Smoking outside hundreds of cafes, restaurants and bars has been snubbed out by Auckland Council.

The council is making more than 800 restaurants, cafes and bars with outdoor dining smokefree as part of new licensing rules.

To read more click here.

What … View more
Put out that cigarette, smokers!

Smoking outside hundreds of cafes, restaurants and bars has been snubbed out by Auckland Council.

The council is making more than 800 restaurants, cafes and bars with outdoor dining smokefree as part of new licensing rules.

To read more click here.

What do you think of the ban? Do smokers ruin your dining experience? Or do you enjoy a cigarette with a couple of after work drinks? How will this affect you? (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your comments used on Stuff)

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2229 days ago

Register for the Auckland Walk Challenge

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

The Auckland Walk Challenge is back for November! Get a group of friends or colleagues together and step up to the challenge.
Register by 27 October to be in the draw to win a Fitbit Charge 2 step tracker!

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2229 days ago

Free desexing for cats!

The Team from

From 5-16 November 2018, SPCA’s Auckland Centre are working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING for cats in 12 Auckland suburbs.

If your cat is not desexed and you live in Henderson, Ranui, Panmure, Onehunga, Mt Wellington, Mt Roskill, Mangere, Manurewa, Otara, Papatoetoe, Papakura, or the … View more
From 5-16 November 2018, SPCA’s Auckland Centre are working with local vets to offer FREE DESEXING for cats in 12 Auckland suburbs.

If your cat is not desexed and you live in Henderson, Ranui, Panmure, Onehunga, Mt Wellington, Mt Roskill, Mangere, Manurewa, Otara, Papatoetoe, Papakura, or the Whangaparoa Peninsula, call us today on (09) 256 7310 to secure your free appointment.

A desexed cat will live a longer, happier and healthier life. Help us to create a better future for animals!
Find out more!

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2229 days ago

Acacia Cove are celebrating our 20th Birthday!

Acacia Cove Village

It is celebration time at Acacia Cove as we started our 20th Birthday Celebrations during the month of October. We kicked of the occasion with a delicious finger food lunch, followed by a more semi-formal evening function where we were entertained by the amazing Jackie Clark. We also have a couple … View moreIt is celebration time at Acacia Cove as we started our 20th Birthday Celebrations during the month of October. We kicked of the occasion with a delicious finger food lunch, followed by a more semi-formal evening function where we were entertained by the amazing Jackie Clark. We also have a couple more exciting functions planned.

A special Pioneers Lunch will be held on 31st August for all the residents that moved into Acacia Cove during 1998 and 1999. What an amazing privilege to still have 20 of those first Residents with us!
Find out more!

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2230 days ago

Local talent under the spotlight in The Final Four singing challenge

Futureway

A uniquely Kiwi karaoke competition is bringing all the talent, passion and drama of television talent shows like The Voice UK to the Auckland community. Adrenalin-charged competitors take to the stage at East Tamaki Tavern to compete to be in The Final Four.

The Final Four Karaoke CompetitionView more
A uniquely Kiwi karaoke competition is bringing all the talent, passion and drama of television talent shows like The Voice UK to the Auckland community. Adrenalin-charged competitors take to the stage at East Tamaki Tavern to compete to be in The Final Four.

The Final Four Karaoke Competition
Where: East Tamaki Tavern, 265 East Tamaki Road, Auckland
When: Wednesday nights at 8pm until 28 November 2018

“It’s a good opportunity for people who love singing to shine,” he says. “It aims to find people with talent in the local community, give them opportunities and potentially develop them as contractors for singing" says organiser Hikaiti Witika of VIC Entertainment.
Find out more!

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2231 days ago

Healthier homes, faster

Housing New Zealand

We’re using a new high-tech building product to build more homes, faster, for those who need it most.

Cross-laminated timber (or CLT) allows state housing to be built more quickly and more safely, and creates attractive homes that are warmer, drier and safer for residents.

For the full … View more
We’re using a new high-tech building product to build more homes, faster, for those who need it most.

Cross-laminated timber (or CLT) allows state housing to be built more quickly and more safely, and creates attractive homes that are warmer, drier and safer for residents.

For the full story, click here.
Learn more

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2231 days ago

How will this affect your wages?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

For most workers, part of your wage goes to ACC. We’re proposing you pay more because accidents and medical costs have gone up. If you’re a wage earner, these proposals could affect you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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2231 days ago

Receiving messages from across Auckland

Ann from Beachlands

Hi I want to stop receiving messages from all over Auckland. How can I do this. I do not need to be receiving 60 odd messages from out of my area in my email inbox. Can anyone tell me how? Thank you in advance

2232 days ago

Meet with Anahila Kanongata’a-Suisuiki

Anahila Kanongata'a-Suisuiki from Anahila Kanongata'a-Suisuiki - Labour List MP

There will be pop up clinics running in the Tāmaki area soon, so please look out for notices on our Facebook page.

Office hours for Tāmaki are 9am-5pm Mon/Wed/Fri at 100 Neilson Street, Onehunga (Entrance on Galway Street).

Office hours for Papakura are 9am-5pm Tues/Thurs at 29 Broadway, … View more
There will be pop up clinics running in the Tāmaki area soon, so please look out for notices on our Facebook page.

Office hours for Tāmaki are 9am-5pm Mon/Wed/Fri at 100 Neilson Street, Onehunga (Entrance on Galway Street).

Office hours for Papakura are 9am-5pm Tues/Thurs at 29 Broadway, Papakura.

Please feel free to call 800-ANAHILA if you would like to book an appointment to go into the office to discuss your matters.

Check here for any current events or notices.

Authorised by Anahila Kanongata'a-Suisuiki, Parliament Buildings, Wellington
Find out more!

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2235 days ago

Would you choose an electric scooter over the bus or a car?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you always wanted to scooter to work? Now is your chance!

About 600 electric scooters (e-scooters) have been launched in Auckland by California-based company Lime. The scooters can travel at speeds of up to 27kmh and have a maximum range of 48km. But not everyone is … View more
Hi neighbours,

Have you always wanted to scooter to work? Now is your chance!

About 600 electric scooters (e-scooters) have been launched in Auckland by California-based company Lime. The scooters can travel at speeds of up to 27kmh and have a maximum range of 48km. But not everyone is impressed, with some calling labeling the scooters as a "menace on footpaths". To read more about them, click here.

What are your thoughts on them? Will you give them a go? Will it be cheaper for you to scooter to work rather than drive and pay for parking? Or do you think they're a hazard for pedestrians? Share you thoughts with us in the replies below!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2233 days ago

Delays expected for Auckland motorists this long weekend.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE 2pm: Shots were fired at police officers during a major police chase across Auckland's southern and northern motorways today. State Highway 16 from Kaukapakapa and Wellsford has been closed because of the police incident, and motorists were told to avoid the area.The northbound … View moreUPDATE 2pm: Shots were fired at police officers during a major police chase across Auckland's southern and northern motorways today. State Highway 16 from Kaukapakapa and Wellsford has been closed because of the police incident, and motorists were told to avoid the area.The northbound Greenlane off-ramp on the Southern Motorway is closed following the police incident. Traffic is heavy in the area and the NZTA were advising motorists to use another route.
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Crashes in Auckland are causing traffic delays for motorists ahead of Labour Weekend.

Auckland Transport advised motorists to allow extra time for their journeys this morning. A crash at 7.40am along the northwestern motorway was blocking the middle lane eastbound after Newton Rd, the New Zealand Transport Agency said. Footage from traffic cameras showed the speed on the motorway had been reduced to 50kmh.

Tamaki Makaurau Road Policing Manager Inspector Scott Webb says traffic congestion is going to reach peak levels on Friday and Saturday as motorists leave Auckland for the long weekend.

Inspector Webb says three people were killed and eight people were seriously injured on our roads across Tamaki Makaurau during Labour Day Weekend in 2017.

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2233 days ago

Resene labour weekend project

The Team from Resene ColorShop Botany Downs

Need a headboard to finish off your master bedroom but can’t find one to suit? Why not create your own one inspired by the sun or moon using your favourite colour. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View moreNeed a headboard to finish off your master bedroom but can’t find one to suit? Why not create your own one inspired by the sun or moon using your favourite colour. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2233 days ago

FREE 2-day Mental Health First Aid Workshop for the Community!

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

~ You'll learn skills to support a person with a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis.
~ You'll learn a five step action plan to support a person until the crisis settles or professional support is received
This workshop is open to any adult (18 years and over), who lives … View more
~ You'll learn skills to support a person with a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis.
~ You'll learn a five step action plan to support a person until the crisis settles or professional support is received
This workshop is open to any adult (18 years and over), who lives within the Counties Manukau District Health Board area.
Venue: DRIVE Consumer Direction, 28C Lambie Drive, Manukau
Day 1: Friday, 26 October 2018
Day 2: Friday, 2 November 2018
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Lunch: Provided both days
To register please contact Fleur.Thomas@emergeaotearoa.org.nz

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