Morningside, Auckland

1535 days ago

Poll: Is Hamilton New Zealand's most beautiful city?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hamilton is up against current title holder Whanganui for this year’s most beautiful city award. The city has been the butt of jokes for years, but now boasts new laneways, public spaces that give access to and face the river, and plans for a theatre by 2022.
So you tell us - is Hamilton New … View more
Hamilton is up against current title holder Whanganui for this year’s most beautiful city award. The city has been the butt of jokes for years, but now boasts new laneways, public spaces that give access to and face the river, and plans for a theatre by 2022.
So you tell us - is Hamilton New Zealand's most beautiful city?
Read the full story here.

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Is Hamilton New Zealand's most beautiful city?
  • 50.3% Yes, Hamilton has really turned itself around.
    50.3% Complete
  • 49.7% No, Whanganui should be voted most beautiful city again this year.
    49.7% Complete
749 votes
1534 days ago

Donate A Kate

The team from Auckland Women's Centre

Kia ora AWC whānau: we’re excited to launch our “Donate A Kate” campaign, in time for Suffrage Day, this coming Saturday Sept 19!

Your $10 bills (starring Kate Sheppard) support our work for universal equity, safety & empowerment; zero discrimination; and upholding te Tiriti o … View more
Kia ora AWC whānau: we’re excited to launch our “Donate A Kate” campaign, in time for Suffrage Day, this coming Saturday Sept 19!

Your $10 bills (starring Kate Sheppard) support our work for universal equity, safety & empowerment; zero discrimination; and upholding te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Your Kates will help cover our 2020 funding shortfall, due to the COVID cancellation of “Feminists Are Funny”. But never fear, Michele is still here! Listen to AWC’s most beloved comedian, Michele A’Court, and be a great mate of Kate’s, and Donate A Kate (or two or ten) #DonateAKate givealittle.co.nz...

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1535 days ago

Community Connects grants

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Have you heard about our Community Connects grants?

The grants help fund projects that promote the inclusion and contribution of older people in community life, and support communities to prepare for an ageing population.

The fund makes one-off grants of up to $15,000. The grants … View more
Hi Neighbours!

Have you heard about our Community Connects grants?

The grants help fund projects that promote the inclusion and contribution of older people in community life, and support communities to prepare for an ageing population.

The fund makes one-off grants of up to $15,000. The grants are open to any New Zealand council, community organisation, or registered non-profit organisation. Applications for our current funding round close on 9 October.

Our last funding round was a huge success and helped fund a range of different projects across the country, that had focuses like reducing loneliness and social isolation of older people, developing an age-friendly community plan and supporting people with dementia.

With the right planning and support, we can create environments where older people are valued, connected and able to participate in their community.

If you have an age-friendly project you are interested in getting funding for click here bit.ly...
Or if would like to learn more about how your community can become more age-friendly click here bit.ly...

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1534 days ago

Luxury Care Suites at Meadowbank

Oceania Healthcare

When you need some extra care, you’ll feel right at home in our luxury Care Suites at Meadowbank.

Situated down a quiet street and overlooking the beautiful Orakei Basin, our Care Suites offer the ultimate combination of Rest Home and Hospital care with the creature comforts of home.

Our … View more
When you need some extra care, you’ll feel right at home in our luxury Care Suites at Meadowbank.

Situated down a quiet street and overlooking the beautiful Orakei Basin, our Care Suites offer the ultimate combination of Rest Home and Hospital care with the creature comforts of home.

Our spacious, well-appointed rooms are perfect for entertaining family or friends, with your very own living area, kitchenette, and ensuite. Plus, you can bring your own treasured possessions to make it truly yours.

Meadowbank Care is located at 148 Meadowbank Road, Meadowbank, Auckland.
Find out more

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1535 days ago

Historical Tour & Tea! The secret wedding of Violet Kerr Taylor at St Andrew's Epsom.

Rendell McIntosh from Alberton

'She said she was going out shopping and simply went off and got married'! In 1894 Violet Kerr Taylor of Alberton defied her mother Sophia's wishes to secretly wed her beau - Edward Gilmour - at St Andrew's church in Epsom. Elder brother Vincent gave her away and sisters … View more'She said she was going out shopping and simply went off and got married'! In 1894 Violet Kerr Taylor of Alberton defied her mother Sophia's wishes to secretly wed her beau - Edward Gilmour - at St Andrew's church in Epsom. Elder brother Vincent gave her away and sisters Winifred and Mildred were possibly present.

Or at least, this the story we have been telling at Alberton for many years, backed up by recollections from descendants ....

A new document discovered for the upcoming historical Tour & Tea as part of the Auckland Heritage Festival 2020, has thrown the elopement and relationship between Violet and her mother into question and there are now several possibilities for what might have happened. Family mythologies are captivating tales that run deep!

Join us at St Andrew's Epsom as we trace back this story and revise the possible scenarios. Along with snippets on late 19th Century NZ weddings and Victorian attitudes towards elopement & marriage, the tour will also take in the sights of this charming Category 1, Gothic Revival church and includes a meander through the graveyard.

Followed by tea & scones served from the vintage china back at Alberton! With plenty of time to explore the house and garden.

Tour & Tea. Violet Kerr Taylor's Wedding at St Andrew's Epsom. Saturday 26 September 10am & 1:30pm. $25 includes tour, tea & scones and Alberton admission. Bookings essential. Email alberton@heritage.org.nz or call 846 7367

Please note this event will still proceed even under level 2 restrictions. Numbers will be reduced, more of the tour will be seated and contact tracing, hygiene and food service protocol will be in place.

1535 days ago

Learn to sail!

Bruce Benson from Point Chevalier Sailing Club

Enrolments for Point Chev Sailing Clubs Learn to sail program are now open.
We have options for children from 9yrs and adults.
Classes start the week of 12 October.
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1543 days ago

Poll: Do you think Labour’s policy to slash paywave, credit card fees will help small businesses?

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Community News

Labour is promising an end to expensive fees for things like paywave and card transactions.

The party wants to regulate Merchant Service Fees (MSF), which are high in New Zealand compared to other countries such as Australia.

These are fees charged by banks for services including card … View more
Labour is promising an end to expensive fees for things like paywave and card transactions.

The party wants to regulate Merchant Service Fees (MSF), which are high in New Zealand compared to other countries such as Australia.

These are fees charged by banks for services including card transactions and paywave, and force retailers to either absorb the hefty cost themselves, or pass it on to consumers.

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Do you think Labour’s policy to slash paywave, credit card fees will help small businesses?
  • 80.8% Yes
    80.8% Complete
  • 19.2% No
    19.2% Complete
915 votes
1535 days ago

Indie-pop festival Laneway cancelled in 2020 by coronavirus

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Central Leader

Auckland’s Laneway music festival will not go ahead this year as organisers “do not believe we can operate to our full capabilities.”

In a statement, they said: “After much deliberation, we are very disappointed to announce that Laneway Festival Auckland will not be taking place in … View more
Auckland’s Laneway music festival will not go ahead this year as organisers “do not believe we can operate to our full capabilities.”

In a statement, they said: “After much deliberation, we are very disappointed to announce that Laneway Festival Auckland will not be taking place in Summer 2021.

“The current circumstances surrounding border closures and the unpredictability of future Covid-19 outbreaks have created an extremely tough environment for festivals

The festival was postoned until 2022 and organisers were “sending our love and support to all our loyal crew and suppliers who we hope to see again, along with all the punters, in summer 2022.”

Laneway, which has run for the past 11 years, usually features major international musicians as headliners; last January’s festival was led by performances from English acts The 1975, Charli XCX, and Ruel.

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1535 days ago

Desk

Rebecca from Point Chevalier

Industrial style unused in box. Box is damaged but not product

Price: $35

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1535 days ago

Shower suction shelf

Rebecca from Point Chevalier

Unused in box

Price: $6

1535 days ago

Magazine file

Rebecca from Point Chevalier

Very good condition

Price: $5

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1535 days ago

Magazine file

Rebecca from Point Chevalier

Very good condition

Price: $5

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1535 days ago

Table lamp

Rebecca from Point Chevalier

Energy efficient bulb. Very good condition. Hardly used.

Price: $20

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1535 days ago

Men's reebok running shoes

Rebecca from Point Chevalier

Worn once to find they are too small
Narrow fit
Men's 8 and a half

Price: $85

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1535 days ago

Mental stimulation dog game

Rebecca from Point Chevalier

Game to get your dog thinking! Hide the treat and get them to figure out how to find it

Price: $10

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