Onehunga, Auckland

City Rail Link digger named after social justice warrior Dame Whina Cooper

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Central Leader

Hi neighbours,

A digger that will carve out Auckland's City Rail Link network is named after land rights campaigner Dame Whina Cooper.

Are you excited for the City Rail Link project?

City Rail Link digger named after social justice warrior Dame Whina Cooper

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Central Leader

A 7m-wide digger that will carve out Auckland's future train network has been named after Māori land…

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NZ Gardener's new issue is out now

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are (very) excited to say that the May issue of NZ Gardener is on sale today, and absolutely packed with the good stuff! Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown (with plenty of idea on what you can sow and grow in May); there's a bumper gardening quiz; we … View moreWe are (very) excited to say that the May issue of NZ Gardener is on sale today, and absolutely packed with the good stuff! Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown (with plenty of idea on what you can sow and grow in May); there's a bumper gardening quiz; we suggest five herbs to reduce anxiety and promote calmness; and visit a Taupo sanctuary full of art and alive with native birds and a wild and wonderful garden in Glenorchy. And since we've been gardening in isolation, Jack Hobbs talks to gardeners on the Chatham Islands about how they keep things growing, 650km from the nearest garden centre. Normally our subscribers get their copy before it goes on sale, of course, but things aren't quite normal right now so if your copy hasn't arrived yet, it should be with you very soon! We are so pleased to have a new issue of your favourite magazine for you, and I cannot wait to hear what you think. NZ Gardener has been informing and inspiring New Zealand gardeners for more than 75 years and we're incredibly grateful to our readers, especially our subscribers, because we couldn't do it without you. And by the way subscribing is easy and a much cheaper way to get your magazine each month! And would an NZ Gardener sub make a great Mother's Day gift this Sunday, you ask? I think we all know the answer to that! Jo

Coronavirus: Auckland's Elliott Stables eateries 'crippled' by Covid-19, rent issues

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

Coronavirus: 12,400 job losses in Auckland CBD, report predicts

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Mt Roskill murder accused was victim's boarder, son says

Edward Gay Reporter from Central Leader

More than a wine Guide!

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

More than a wine guide...Thank you Bob Campbell MW. We really appreciate your support!
Bob Campbell MW is New Zealand's leading wine writer.

Article by - The Real Review

7 Ways To Make Maths Fun

The Team from NumberWorks'nWords Royal Oak

When children discover fun in Maths, they learn the building blocks to think critically to solve any problem. We all know that maths underpins our everyday lives … be it when scoring a sports game, baking a cake or counting down the weeks, days or even hours until the end of the school year! Here… View moreWhen children discover fun in Maths, they learn the building blocks to think critically to solve any problem. We all know that maths underpins our everyday lives … be it when scoring a sports game, baking a cake or counting down the weeks, days or even hours until the end of the school year! Here are 7 creative ways to thread maths into your child’s day to day activities, to spark a love of numbers: Check out our blog.

Poll: Have you had a courier parcel go missing?

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Hi Neighbours,
If you have ordered a parcel to be delivered by courier during lockdown, Stuff/Homed would love you to take part in this short poll please. We would like to know if you have had problems with the theft of courier parcels (not just delays) from your letterbox or porch, or if this not… View moreHi Neighbours,
If you have ordered a parcel to be delivered by courier during lockdown, Stuff/Homed would love you to take part in this short poll please. We would like to know if you have had problems with the theft of courier parcels (not just delays) from your letterbox or porch, or if this not been an issue. If you would like to add detail or comment, please email me. Thank you.

Have you had a courier parcel go missing?

• Yes, parcel not found
• No, all parcels accounted for

Vote View Results

• 16.1% Yes, parcel not found
  16.1% Complete
• 83.9% No, all parcels accounted for
  83.9% Complete

1474 votes

Coronavirus: 12,400 job losses in Auckland CBD, report predicts

Caroline Williams Reporter from Central Leader

Business in Auckland CBD could suffer more than 12,400 job losses by March 2021 due to the impact of coronavirus, a report predicts.
The report, by independent economists Strateg.Ease, said it could take at least two years for business in the city centre to recover from the effects of Covid-19.
It … View moreBusiness in Auckland CBD could suffer more than 12,400 job losses by March 2021 due to the impact of coronavirus, a report predicts.
The report, by independent economists Strateg.Ease, said it could take at least two years for business in the city centre to recover from the effects of Covid-19.
It also predicted a loss of $3.1 billion of gross domestic product (GDP) - the market value of goods produced in the city.
The outlook was "significantly worse" than the Global Financial Crisis of 2007/8, when jobs fell by 4400, the report stated.
"Tourism, hospitality, entertainment, arts and culture and retail - the businesses that give the heart of our city its vitality and distinct character - are amongst the worst affected," said Heart of the City chief executive Viv Beck.

Is a Big Mac/Flat White better than new community amenities?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Would you rather have a Big Mac or Flat White, or new infrastructure and amenities for your rates dollars. In a recent Neighbourly poll 83.3 per cent opted for a rates freeze. Is that best for Auckland? Read the story below:

Win free driving lessons for your teen!

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

While your teenager has got some time at home, why not encourage them to study for their driver license and become a great kiwi driver! Register your teen on Drive App for all the information they need to know about the Learner License Programme. We also offer workshops to help you along the way. … View moreWhile your teenager has got some time at home, why not encourage them to study for their driver license and become a great kiwi driver! Register your teen on Drive App for all the information they need to know about the Learner License Programme. We also offer workshops to help you along the way. Learn more and take the quiz to be into win three free driving lessons.

Coronavirus: Photographer captures Aucklanders' Covid-19 lockdown bubbles

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

An Auckland photographer has spent the Covid-19 lockdown documenting life for people's bubbles in th…

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Let's see those homemade meals!

Dovetail Restorations Ltd

I’m giving up a life of restoration work for bread making. Anyone else?

Auckland Council contract cleaners paid under minimum wage due to Covid-19 pay cut

Catrin Owen Todd Niall Reporter from Central Leader

A contract cleaner for Auckland Council, promised to be paid the living wage by Mayor Phil Goff as p…

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