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1405 days ago

"Mending Wall ", all about good neighbours - a poem by Robert Frost in 1914

David from Waiake

This is one of those rare poems which can be found in countless anthologies, hence read and appreciated by generation upon generation the world over. Frost wrote it way back, in the plain speech of New England farmers in the USA.
It came back to prominence in the Cuban missile crisis of 1963 and … View more
This is one of those rare poems which can be found in countless anthologies, hence read and appreciated by generation upon generation the world over. Frost wrote it way back, in the plain speech of New England farmers in the USA.
It came back to prominence in the Cuban missile crisis of 1963 and again in 2016, as Donald Trump began his disgraceful campaign around "build that wall".
The cadences pulse with deeper, darker themes, paradoxes inherent
in all human relationships.
I really enjoyed illustrating it with copper plate intaglio etchings. Why not make 2021 the year when you let the creative impulse to building positive relationship guide your thinking.
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1407 days ago

The best summer ferry trips to take from Auckland - and what to do once you're there

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Summer daytrips out of Auckland always seem like a great plan until you’re trapped in a sticky motorway crawl, with thousands of other people who had the same bright idea.

But swap your roadie for a ferry and you’ll gain time, save petrol, and get sweet views from the water to boot.

Rangitoto… View more
Summer daytrips out of Auckland always seem like a great plan until you’re trapped in a sticky motorway crawl, with thousands of other people who had the same bright idea.

But swap your roadie for a ferry and you’ll gain time, save petrol, and get sweet views from the water to boot.

Rangitoto and Waiheke might be the obvious island destinations, but there are plenty more places you can explore via the water.

Read on to find out more.

1407 days ago

Happy New Year

NumberWorks'nWords East Coast Bays

Happy New Year from the NumberWorks'nWords team!

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1407 days ago

New Year Honours: North Shore's Dame Anne Salmond awarded New Zealand's highest royal honour

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

How does one sum up a distinguished career upon being awarded New Zealand's highest royal honour?

“It’s always been this huge adventure,” Dame Anne Salmond says of her career as an anthropologist, environmentalist and multi award-winning author, unable to settle on a particular … View more
How does one sum up a distinguished career upon being awarded New Zealand's highest royal honour?

“It’s always been this huge adventure,” Dame Anne Salmond says of her career as an anthropologist, environmentalist and multi award-winning author, unable to settle on a particular highlight.

Salmond's work has been recognised with a multitude of awards and honours.

Despite this, Salmond, a resident of Stanley Point, said she was stunned and overwhelmed to receive a letter telling her she had been named a Member of the Order of New Zealand for services to New Zealand in the 2021 New Year Honours.

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1407 days ago

Maximise your outdoor space!

Shade Design

At Shade Design we are a family-focused company along with offering the best products and service at the most affordable prices in the industry.

With our experienced and friendly team, we pride ourselves on making sure you only have the best experience working with us and that you can’t help … View more
At Shade Design we are a family-focused company along with offering the best products and service at the most affordable prices in the industry.

With our experienced and friendly team, we pride ourselves on making sure you only have the best experience working with us and that you can’t help yourself but tell all your family and friends.

With our custom aluminium frames and awnings, we stand by our products and offer a 5-year warranty.
Visit us online

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1410 days ago

WATCH: Easy and creative ways to save water this summer

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours. We're still being asked to conserve water after one of the driest years on record.

Following a dry 2019, the region saw a record 40 days with no rain in January and February, paving the way for water restrictions that would continue into December.

Despite the restrictions and … View more
Hi neighbours. We're still being asked to conserve water after one of the driest years on record.

Following a dry 2019, the region saw a record 40 days with no rain in January and February, paving the way for water restrictions that would continue into December.

Despite the restrictions and Aucklanders being the most efficient water users in New Zealand, the dam levels are still low and Watercare is asking everyone to try and save 20 litres per day.

We’ve put together a list of easy ways you can save water around your home, as well as a few ideas for if you’re willing to go the extra mile.

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1409 days ago

Washing Machine - Fisher & Paykel - 5.5kg ELBA - For Sale

Grant from Torbay - Long Bay

5.5kg ELBA - F&P washing machine
Good Condition
450 W
77 litres per wash

Size = 56cm x 56cm x 100cm

Please contact Grant, Torbay
Cell 021 446 663

Price: $245

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1409 days ago

Quality Louvres, Accessible Prices

The Louvre Company

Hi Neighbours,

We provide powder coated aluminium, motorised Roof Louvres, from start to finish. Our NZ Made and Designed roof louvres have an integrated gutter system and are operable with a remote controller. Extending your outdoor living with the perfect sun and rain control. We also … View more
Hi Neighbours,

We provide powder coated aluminium, motorised Roof Louvres, from start to finish. Our NZ Made and Designed roof louvres have an integrated gutter system and are operable with a remote controller. Extending your outdoor living with the perfect sun and rain control. We also specialize in manually operable louvre and fixed louvres.

Get your free quote today! Call or email with the rough measurements of your louvre, and find out for yourself that TLC has quality NZ made and designed louvres for accessible prices!

info@thelouvrecompany.co.nz
0800 852 669 (TLC NOW)
Visit us online

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1410 days ago

USB Charging Power Points

Angela Purcell from AB Electrical

Charging our devices with USB ports is becoming increasingly the most convenient means of charging electronic devices at work or at home. We have a range of brands, HPM, PDL - come visit our showroom - 753 Beach Road, Browns Bay

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1410 days ago

Your summer, sorted in Auckland

The Team from Auckland Council

There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.

Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.

See what's on near you at … View more
There are loads for you and your whānau to do this summer in Auckland.

Explore over 100 Auckland beaches and 4000 regional and local parks. Discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths. Enjoy over 25 free music and movies events in parks.

See what's on near you at ourauckland.nz/summer
Find out more

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1412 days ago

Harbour Bridge Clip-on lanes closed from today

Neighbourly.co.nz

Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising motorists travelling southbound on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to expect delays due to the closure of the clip-on lanes.

The lanes will be closed for resurfacing and other maintenance from Boxing Day for up to ten days. This closure will affect the Shelley Beach … View more
Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is advising motorists travelling southbound on the Auckland Harbour Bridge to expect delays due to the closure of the clip-on lanes.

The lanes will be closed for resurfacing and other maintenance from Boxing Day for up to ten days. This closure will affect the Shelley Beach off-ramp with access controlled by a stop/go managment system.

Motorists are encouraged to use the Western Ring route if there are delays on the bridge. Three lanes will be open to traffic in both directions says Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Auckland System Manager, Andrea Williamson.

“The resurfacing process on the bridge requires 3-5 days to “cure” before allowing traffic on it, so while it may look as if nothing is happening the team will be using the lanes closure for other maintenance tasks, including water blasting and painting just below the road deck.”

Motorists are advised to check Waka Kotahi's social media sites for any updates on the lane closures during the 10 day period.

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1413 days ago

Merry Christmas

NumberWorks'nWords East Coast Bays

Merry Christmas from the team at NumberWorks'nWords!

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1415 days ago

Recycling truck driver finds missing money: Auckland's North Shore

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A North Shore resident's faith in humanity has been restored thanks to the quick witted actions of a recycling truck driver.

The sharp-eyed operator spotted the man's missing wallet containing $770 cash on the kerbside while collecting bins on Auckland's North
Shore.

The company … View more
A North Shore resident's faith in humanity has been restored thanks to the quick witted actions of a recycling truck driver.

The sharp-eyed operator spotted the man's missing wallet containing $770 cash on the kerbside while collecting bins on Auckland's North
Shore.

The company tracked down the owner and returned his wallet.

To reward her vigilance, the relieved householder treated the truckie to lunch and gave her a $100 gift certificate.

Auckland Council waste collectors carry out nearly one million kerbside collections each week.

To find out about collection times during the summer holidays, call 09 301 0101.

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1414 days ago

Wishing you happy holidays

Shorecare Urgent Care Smales Farm

Meri kirihimete neighbours!

2020 definitely wasn’t what any of us expected but we are so proud of all that our team have accomplished this year.

Our clinics remain open throughout the entire holiday period so drop by if you need us.

Smales Farm is open 24 hours, and Northcross is open … View more
Meri kirihimete neighbours!

2020 definitely wasn’t what any of us expected but we are so proud of all that our team have accomplished this year.

Our clinics remain open throughout the entire holiday period so drop by if you need us.

Smales Farm is open 24 hours, and Northcross is open 8am-8pm.

We hope you and your families have a wonderful break this Christmas and we thank you for your ongoing support.
Find out more

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1415 days ago

Long-serving priest, 93, in final throes of health decline becomes published author

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

It was touch-and-go whether Father Martin Bugler would survive to see his memoir published.

But at 93, the long-serving priest has become a published author during the final throes of his life.

Bugler has been a parish priest for 62 years and is thought to be one of New Zealand’s … View more
It was touch-and-go whether Father Martin Bugler would survive to see his memoir published.

But at 93, the long-serving priest has become a published author during the final throes of his life.

Bugler has been a parish priest for 62 years and is thought to be one of New Zealand’s longest-serving priests, with stints at many parishes including Milford and Takapuna.

His memoir, A Song to be Sung, documents Bugler’s life from a quiet boy living in poverty in rural Ireland, to becoming a well-loved and widely-followed Catholic priest in New Zealand.

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