Oteha, Auckland

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

637 days ago

Making a plan could save your life…

The Hello Project

All too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan … View moreAll too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan and talk through what warning signs to look out for should something be wrong. It could just save your life.

For more information, and tips to help you make a plan go to thehelloproject.nz
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638 days ago

Want something to listen to this weekend?

Stuff

Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a … View more
Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a psycho-social expert in disaster and disruption. In this short podcast interview, Jolie shares her expert advice on what you, or the people you want to support, may need right now.

Whether you're currently involved, or you want to help others, it's worth a quick listen!
Listen now

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638 days ago

Need help after the flooding?

The Team from Auckland Council

You and your neighbours can visit the Auckland Emergency Management website for up-to-date information on the floods and Civil Defence Centres.

For urgent assistance phone 0800 22 22 00. You can also Report a Problem online.
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641 days ago

Accommodation needed

Sue from Northcross

Hi. I am in urgent need of long-term affordable accommodation where I can feel at home. I have mostly been in house-share/boarder situations in the past. I am a mature, considerate, quiet, clean and tidy female. Friendly, easy going, good sense of humour and great with animals. I always pay on… View moreHi. I am in urgent need of long-term affordable accommodation where I can feel at home. I have mostly been in house-share/boarder situations in the past. I am a mature, considerate, quiet, clean and tidy female. Friendly, easy going, good sense of humour and great with animals. I always pay on time and have good references. I do lots of house & pet sitting so sometimes away over weekends or longer. If you are looking for a flatmate, or know of a situation which may suit, please get in touch.

638 days ago

Poll: Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to … View more
The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 4pm, 14 February.

Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?
  • 13.5% Sparrow stories at Oriental Bay
    13.5% Complete
  • 15.9% Forever Brothers
    15.9% Complete
  • 35.4% Fishing at Ngunguru
    35.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Summer evening at Lake Wakatipu
    25.3% Complete
  • 7% Runners on Himatangi Beach
    7% Complete
  • 2.8% Party colour at Wellington Botanic Gardens
    2.8% Complete
1930 votes
638 days ago

Okura Forest Festival Sat 18 Feb - grab your tickets!

The team from Friends of Okura Bush (FOOB)

Celebrate our natural world and enjoy amazing music with your family and friends at Auckland's largest environmental awareness music festival! As well as a full afternoon and evening of dazzling main stage artists, you can get involved in a fascinating range of workshops, browse our delightful… View moreCelebrate our natural world and enjoy amazing music with your family and friends at Auckland's largest environmental awareness music festival! As well as a full afternoon and evening of dazzling main stage artists, you can get involved in a fascinating range of workshops, browse our delightful eco-friendly stalls and sample sumptuous local food!

Your ticket and donation will go directly to protecting one of the last stands of remnant coastal forest and New Zealand’s largest estuary marine reserve. Over the last 6 years Okura Forest Festival has raised over $75K. This year we aim to have the biggest and most incredible festival ever and raise over $35K!

Saturday 18th Feb From 11am till 11pm

MUSIC LINEUP:
Sam Bartells - Big Tasty Band - The Rvmes - Levi Lights On - Joydah Mae - Caught Inside - Strangely Arousing - Henika - Ungus Ungus Ungus - Odds & Ends - Mema Wilda - Sarah Fadness - Marmalade - Brian Baker - Freya - Beattie Brothers


2023 Workshops to be announced soon

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Thanks for your support.

If you're keen to be involved or help in any way please contact info@okurabush.org.nz

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638 days ago

Waitangi ki Manukau cancelled due to storm

The Team from Auckland Council

📣 Following this week’s severe weather that has affected Tāmaki Makaurau, we have made the tough decision with our event partner Manukau Urban Māori Authority (MUMA) to cancel Waitangi ki Manukau 2023.

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638 days ago

Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens - 5km Special Guided Nature Trail Walk (Wed 22nd Feb 0930)

Adrian from Albany Heights

This will be conducted by David Bayly who has extensive knowledge of both the history as well as flora and fauna of the area.

The walk covers around 5kms of rolling terrain and crosses through some of the most beautiful countryside in the area including trails not normally open to the public; so… View more
This will be conducted by David Bayly who has extensive knowledge of both the history as well as flora and fauna of the area.

The walk covers around 5kms of rolling terrain and crosses through some of the most beautiful countryside in the area including trails not normally open to the public; so a real one-off opportunity.

The trails are not overly physically challenging but solid walking shoes and clothing suitable for the weather is definitely advised.

Please see attached pdf for more details.

Special Trail Walk Wed 22nd Feb 0930.pdf Download View

639 days ago

Our Waitangi Day Super Bed Sale is here!!

Beds 4 U

Celebrate Waitangi Day in the best way: With big savings and better zzz’s—upgrade your bed today. Get massive discounts of up to 60% Off on NZ-made beds & mattresses with Free Local Delivery* (Use code:WAITANGI23)

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
- 60-Night's Comfort … View more
Celebrate Waitangi Day in the best way: With big savings and better zzz’s—upgrade your bed today. Get massive discounts of up to 60% Off on NZ-made beds & mattresses with Free Local Delivery* (Use code:WAITANGI23)

Shop online or at your nearest Beds4U store!
- 60-Night's Comfort Guarantee
- 100% NZ Owned and Operated Business
- 19 stores across North Island
- Earn Flybuys with us

Apply Code (WAITANGI23) to your cart for Free Shipping on online orders above $999 and only valid for shipping rates under $99. While stocks last.
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639 days ago

Enrol now in 2023!

Te Whare Wananga o Awanuiarangi

Learn with us

Are you looking to further your study goals? Or are you wanting to try something new? Rukuhia te mātauranga – pursue knowledge with courses at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

Choose from a wide variety of subjects and programmes, ranging from certificates and … View more
Learn with us

Are you looking to further your study goals? Or are you wanting to try something new? Rukuhia te mātauranga – pursue knowledge with courses at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.

Choose from a wide variety of subjects and programmes, ranging from certificates and undergraduate degrees to Master and Doctorate level. With subjects including, education, humanities, indigenous studies, mātauranga Māori, te reo Māori, radio broadcasting, sciences, marae centred learning and much more! With delivery available at multiple sites and some with online delivery we invite you to find out more.

It isn’t too late to enrol! Contact us now
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641 days ago

Poll: Should we be taking more action on climate change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With torrential rain and flooding caused by an 'atmospheric river', should this event convince us all that climate change is real and we need to be taking action?

*Add NFP if you don't wish for your comments to be used for We Say You Say in the local papers.*

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Should we be taking more action on climate change?
  • 66.8% Yes, we need to do more
    66.8% Complete
  • 10.9% No, there's no such thing as climate change
    10.9% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 18.4% There's nothing we can do about climate change
    18.4% Complete
2675 votes
640 days ago

Important Notice - Facilities

The Team from Auckland Council

We are taking a cautious approach to opening our facilities this morning and will open them when and where we safely can. This may mean delayed openings for some and closures for others.

Please check individual facilities for further details such as:
www.aucklandleisure.co.nz...
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We are taking a cautious approach to opening our facilities this morning and will open them when and where we safely can. This may mean delayed openings for some and closures for others.

Please check individual facilities for further details such as:
www.aucklandleisure.co.nz...
www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz......

Keep an eye on the Auckland Emergency Management website for the latest updates on the storm:
bit.ly...

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641 days ago

A Morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield

William Sanders Retirement Village

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include … View more
Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include being based at the World Health Organization in Geneva, working on non-communicable disease prevention and control with a global focus.

Join us for a morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield as he shares insight into his career and the challenges he faced during uncertain times.

Time: Wednesday 8 February, 10.30am
Location: Online.

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641 days ago

Auckland floods: 'Massive crack' as multiple trees smash into Auckland home

Mildred Armah Reporter from North Shore Times

An Auckland family were left fearing for their lives on Friday when raging floodwaters uprooted several trees and brought them crashing down into their North Shore home.

Sherrie Edwards​ was trying to clear some flood water which had made its way down her driveway in Northcote on Friday … View more
An Auckland family were left fearing for their lives on Friday when raging floodwaters uprooted several trees and brought them crashing down into their North Shore home.

Sherrie Edwards​ was trying to clear some flood water which had made its way down her driveway in Northcote on Friday evening when she heard a “massive crack”.

“It was then followed by a ‘whoosh’ and I looked up, and I was like ‘oh my god’. The whole side of the bank had gone,” Edwards said.

664 days ago

Semi Retired Driving Instructor offering free advice and tips how to pass a VTNZ driving test, parents can now coach up to driving test standard with this info

Steve from Albany

Semi Retired Driving Instructor offering free advice and tips how to pass a VTNZ driving test, parents can now coach up to driving test standard with this info

For more info call or text Steve on Ph: 027 3430869.
Email: steveproc777@gmail.com

As a semi retired driving instructor I used to … View more
Semi Retired Driving Instructor offering free advice and tips how to pass a VTNZ driving test, parents can now coach up to driving test standard with this info

For more info call or text Steve on Ph: 027 3430869.
Email: steveproc777@gmail.com

As a semi retired driving instructor I used to own one of Auckland's well known driving schools. I am now offering people my driving lessons experience for free with all the tips and tricks on how to pass a driving test. Most parents do a great job of coaching their children but don't have the tools to get up to test standard. Tips like how to navigate roundabouts and do observation points, lane changing procedures, flush medians, merging, speed zones, how and when to do the MIB - men in black procedures etc and the list goes on.

Please Note : I am trying out this new strategy to save people heaps on driving lessons and also it's a neighbourly gesture so learners can pass their test at VTNZ and avoid critical errors.

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