Mechanics Bay, Auckland

1251 days ago

Poll: What do you think of plans to restrict trawl fishing in the Hauraki Gulf?

Melanie Earley Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora neighbours, trawl fishing will be restricted and marine protection areas will be expanded almost threefold under a new plan to protect Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf.

Do you think the new restrictions are a good idea?

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What do you think of plans to restrict trawl fishing in the Hauraki Gulf?
  • 96.2% Yes it will help marine life
    96.2% Complete
  • 3.8% No it's too strict
    3.8% Complete
793 votes
1251 days ago

Dawn Raids apology event in Auckland postponed

Melanie Earley Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora neighbours, the official apology for the Dawn Raids has been postponed due to the Covid-19 alert level change.

Last week, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the Government would formally apologise to the Pasifika community for the race-based dawn raids of the 1970s.

The ceremony … View more
Kia ora neighbours, the official apology for the Dawn Raids has been postponed due to the Covid-19 alert level change.

Last week, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the Government would formally apologise to the Pasifika community for the race-based dawn raids of the 1970s.

The ceremony was due to take place on Saturday evening in Auckland, but has been delayed.

Click the link below to read the full story.

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1248 days ago

Wrap your home in nature

Resene ColorShop

Nature is far too beautiful to be kept outside. Create a haven in your home with the Resene Willow Wallpaper Collection. With designs to help you relax, recuperate and revive, this collection will help make your house a home.

View the full Resene Wallpaper Collection at your local Resene … View more
Nature is far too beautiful to be kept outside. Create a haven in your home with the Resene Willow Wallpaper Collection. With designs to help you relax, recuperate and revive, this collection will help make your house a home.

View the full Resene Wallpaper Collection at your local Resene ColorShop or get a taste of the latest releases online
Find out more

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1249 days ago

Cash for your wrecked car! Call us 0800 500 001

The Team from AAA Auto Parts

Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on ** 0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Enquire now

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1250 days ago

Is New Regent St really NZ's most beautiful street?

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We're looking into how some common claims about NZ stack up and would be interested in your thoughts on whether New Regent Street in Christchurch deserves its title of 'NZ's most beautiful street'. Do you think it is the best-looking street in the country? Or is … View more
Hi everyone,
We're looking into how some common claims about NZ stack up and would be interested in your thoughts on whether New Regent Street in Christchurch deserves its title of 'NZ's most beautiful street'. Do you think it is the best-looking street in the country? Or is there another street you think is more beautiful? Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you do not want it included in an article. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts.

1250 days ago

Planting Morning - Wellpark Reserve

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Join Urban Ark volunteers to plant trees in Wellpark Reserve this Saturday 26 June from 10am-12pm.

The volunteers will be filling up a few of the empty areas that have previously been covered with invasive weeds or have become eroded.

Auckland Council will be dropping off the trees and some more… View more
Join Urban Ark volunteers to plant trees in Wellpark Reserve this Saturday 26 June from 10am-12pm.

The volunteers will be filling up a few of the empty areas that have previously been covered with invasive weeds or have become eroded.

Auckland Council will be dropping off the trees and some more mulch to spread around the base of the trees. Please bring spades and trowels, wheelbarrows and shovels if you have them.

Please come along even if you don't have the tools as there will be some to share.

Read More to check out the Facebook event.

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1250 days ago

Community Planting Day - Fraser Park Parnell

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Please join us to help plant new trees to improve the local tree canopy cover in Parnell ~ this Saturday 26 June starting at 10am. Meet us in the park.

We aim to plant 25 specimen trees (including fruit trees) across Fraser Park.

This event is sponsored by the Waitematā Local Board as part of … View more
Please join us to help plant new trees to improve the local tree canopy cover in Parnell ~ this Saturday 26 June starting at 10am. Meet us in the park.

We aim to plant 25 specimen trees (including fruit trees) across Fraser Park.

This event is sponsored by the Waitematā Local Board as part of our annual program to increase tree numbers across the local board area.

The Waitematā Local Board would like to thank the Parnell Business Association, Parnell Community Committee and Parnell Heritage for their support with this event.

Bring a spade, sturdy footwear and suitable warm clothing for a day of tree planting.

There will be a sausage sizzle and drinks provided at lunch time.

If you are interested in registering for this event please contact: gemma.ellis@greenscenenz.com

NOTE: We will post latest updates in the Facebook event ~ go to Read More.

The rain date is Saturday, 10 July 2021.

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1271 days ago

Western Springs Community Planting Day

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Conservation Volunteers has partnered with the Waitematā and Ōrākei Local Boards to plant native trees around some of our local waterways.

On the 12th of June we will be planting at Western Springs to help improve the water quality of the lake, and to provide food and habitat for our native … View more
Conservation Volunteers has partnered with the Waitematā and Ōrākei Local Boards to plant native trees around some of our local waterways.

On the 12th of June we will be planting at Western Springs to help improve the water quality of the lake, and to provide food and habitat for our native species. Planting will go from 10am-12pm followed by a free sausage sizzle!

What to bring: Gumboots or closed toe shoes, appropriate long sleeved clothing and trousers, favourite spade (if you have one), gardening gloves (optional). Some spades and gloves will also be provided.

Conservation Volunteers can also transport a limited number of volunteers to the project from our office in Eden Terrace.

Bookings are essential. If you would like to make a booking or for more information please contact info@cvnz.org.nz or call 0800 567686

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1251 days ago

Cardiovascular Research Unit Auckland City Hospital

Auckland District Health Board

Are you on treatment for heart failure? Is your ejection fraction 40% or less?

If so, you could participate in a clinical trial!

ADHB Cardiovascular Research Unit is taking part in an international study looking at

IV iron replacement therapy in heart failure patients.
Transport and … View more
Are you on treatment for heart failure? Is your ejection fraction 40% or less?

If so, you could participate in a clinical trial!

ADHB Cardiovascular Research Unit is taking part in an international study looking at

IV iron replacement therapy in heart failure patients.
Transport and parking is paid for by the study.
For more obligation-free information please contact:

Cardiovascular Research Unit
Email: CVRU@adhb.govt.nz or phone 021 893 592
Learn more

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1251 days ago

Go behind-the-scenes in Stuff's newsroom

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Ever wondered why we cover the stories that we do? Or what our policy is on swear words on Stuff? What about why the homepage greets you with 'Kia ora, Aotearoa!' and not 'Hello, New Zealand!' ?

The Backstory is an occasional email newsletter giving you … View more
Hi neighbours,

Ever wondered why we cover the stories that we do? Or what our policy is on swear words on Stuff? What about why the homepage greets you with 'Kia ora, Aotearoa!' and not 'Hello, New Zealand!' ?

The Backstory is an occasional email newsletter giving you behind-the-scenes insight into stories and newsroom decisions, from Stuff Editor Patrick Crewdson. It's sent every one to two weeks and it's free!

Sign up here.

If there's an element of Stuff's operations you'd like the inside scoop on, email Patrick with suggestions here.

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1253 days ago

A special offer for Neighbourly members!

The Team from HelloFresh

Hi Neighbours, make simply delicious dinners with HelloFresh! Start today and use code “NEIGHBOUR” for up to $100 off pre-portioned fresh ingredients delivered right to your door. You can dish up some of our all time favourites as rated by Kiwis.

This includes wholesome dishes like:
• … View more
Hi Neighbours, make simply delicious dinners with HelloFresh! Start today and use code “NEIGHBOUR” for up to $100 off pre-portioned fresh ingredients delivered right to your door. You can dish up some of our all time favourites as rated by Kiwis.

This includes wholesome dishes like:
• Lamb Shortloin & Mint Chimichurri with Honey-Roasted Carrots & Pistachios
• Southern Crumbed Chicken Tacos with Charred Corn Slaw & Garlic Aioli

HelloFresh is flexible around your schedule with no lock-in contracts, 20+ recipes to choose from each week, and plan sizes to suit every household!
Use code now

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1254 days ago

Apprenticeship opportunities in Auckland

Competenz

Kick start your career with an apprenticeship and learn on the job while getting paid! Check out our current job listings in Auckland:
Print apprenticeship
Fabrication apprenticeship

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1254 days ago

Government grants now available

EECA

Everyone deserves a warm, comfortable home.

See if you're eligible for 80% off insulation and a heater with a Warmer Kiwi Homes grant.
Learn more

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1257 days ago

Sea Monsters at Auckland Museum

The Team from Auckland Museum

Dive into SEA MONSTERS this July, a new awe-inspiring exhibition exploring prehistoric ocean predators. 🦈

Be one of the first to meet the 13-metre long Elasmosaurus and 9-metre long Prognathodon when the doors open on Wednesday 7 July.

Tickets on sale now. Free for Museum Members.

Book here: … View more
Dive into SEA MONSTERS this July, a new awe-inspiring exhibition exploring prehistoric ocean predators. 🦈

Be one of the first to meet the 13-metre long Elasmosaurus and 9-metre long Prognathodon when the doors open on Wednesday 7 July.

Tickets on sale now. Free for Museum Members.

Book here: bit.ly...

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1257 days ago

Poll: Would you be more likely to attend a mass Covid vaccination event?

Melanie Earley Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Kia ora neighbours, a planned mass vaccination event at a south Auckland events centre where officials wanted to dose at least 15,000 people over three days has been knocked back several weeks.

Would you be more likely to get the vaccine at an event like this compared to booking an appointment … View more
Kia ora neighbours, a planned mass vaccination event at a south Auckland events centre where officials wanted to dose at least 15,000 people over three days has been knocked back several weeks.

Would you be more likely to get the vaccine at an event like this compared to booking an appointment with your GP?

Feel free to comment below on your answer.

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Would you be more likely to attend a mass Covid vaccination event?
  • 20.1% Yes I would be more likely
    20.1% Complete
  • 63.3% No I'd rather see my GP
    63.3% Complete
  • 16.6% I don't plan on getting vaccinated
    16.6% Complete
1094 votes
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