The Gardens, Auckland

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in October and November.

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1333 days ago

Family Movie - Sunday night 7pm

Ole from Takanini

A PERFECT CHORD
Cadence has an incredible gift for music, but she also has an extreme fear of the stage that has kept her from performing for anyone but her best friend, Lizzy. Meanwhile, Mika struggles with the weight of expectations that comes from being born into a musical family and wrestles … View more
A PERFECT CHORD
Cadence has an incredible gift for music, but she also has an extreme fear of the stage that has kept her from performing for anyone but her best friend, Lizzy. Meanwhile, Mika struggles with the weight of expectations that comes from being born into a musical family and wrestles with the style of music her heart yearns to play. A Perfect Chord is sure to encourage you to pursue your dreams.



MOVIE: A Perfect Chord, TONIGHT at 7pm.
Freeview Channel 27 and Sky Channel 204
Live stream: www.hopechannel.nz...


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1338 days ago

Covid-19 Update: Covid-19: Kmart and vape store among new locations of interest linked to new case

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Hi Neighbours,

Here's an important Covid-19 update:

Georgia Forrester and George Block

A Kmart and a vape store in Auckland are the latest locations linked to the movements of a person who has tested positive for Covid-19.

The owner of the vape store, Dark Vapes, in East Tamaki, said the … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Here's an important Covid-19 update:

Georgia Forrester and George Block

A Kmart and a vape store in Auckland are the latest locations linked to the movements of a person who has tested positive for Covid-19.

The owner of the vape store, Dark Vapes, in East Tamaki, said the closure of his shop on Wednesday for deep cleaning, followed by his mandatory self-isolation, would be tough for his small business.

Three new community cases of Covid-19 in south Auckland were announced on Tuesday.

The first was a student at Papatoetoe High School, which the Ministry of Health announced earlier in the day. Two other cases – the student’s siblings, who are a teenager and an infant – were confirmed on Tuesday evening.

Kmart in Botany, in east Auckland, and Dark Vapes are among the places of interest visited by one of the cases, with further locations expected to be released on Wednesday.

Kmart Botany

The teenager reported as a new case on Tuesday night works at Kmart Botany.

They were at work on Friday, February 19 and Saturday, February 20, between 3.30pm and 10.30pm.

The store was closed on Tuesday night, and a thorough sanitisation of the store was being carried out, a Kmart spokesperson said.

Thirty-one Kmart staff have been identified as close contacts and are self-isolating, the ministry said.

Any members of the public who visited Kmart Botany at the times the student was working is considered a casual plus contact, and must self-isolate at home immediately.

Casual plus contacts are those who would have been considered casual contacts, but have been upgraded due to the risk of the more transmissible strains of the virus.

“If you are a casual plus contact, you are advised to immediately isolate at home and call Healthline on 0800 358 5453 for advice on isolation time frames and testing requirements,” the ministry said.

Dark Vapes

One of the two high school students announced as new cases on Tuesday also twice visited Dark Vapes in East Tamaki, on Friday and Saturday.

The owner, who did not want to be named, said the store would be closed on Wednesday for deep cleaning, and he would isolate at home for 14-days, as per Ministry of Health advice.

“It's going to be tough for the business.”

He said the store would be able to reopen after cleaning as another staff member was available to help run it.

The owner did not know the identity of the case who visited.

A Ministry of Health spokeswoman said she was not sure which of the cases visited the store.

The visits to the vape store took place on Friday, February 19 between 2.30pm and 4pm, and also Saturday, February 20, between 7pm and 8.30pm.

People who visited the store during these times are considered to be casual-plus contacts.

More locations are expected to be released by the ministry on its website.

1333 days ago

COVID-19 update on testing stations in Auckland

The Team from Counties Manukau Health

There will be 10 community testing clinics open around the Auckland region today. Keep up-to-date on where to get tested by going to arphs.health.nz/covid19test

We understand that you may be feeling anxious, but it’s important the right people can get access to testing. Please don’t rush to a … View more
There will be 10 community testing clinics open around the Auckland region today. Keep up-to-date on where to get tested by going to arphs.health.nz/covid19test

We understand that you may be feeling anxious, but it’s important the right people can get access to testing. Please don’t rush to a centre if you are well, or if you weren’t at one of the locations of interest at the stated times.

If you have been to a location of interest at the stated times, please visit: bit.ly... to find out when you need to get tested.

If you have the following symptoms, but have not been to a location of interest at the stated times, please stay home and call Healthline - 0800 358 5453 for advice.

- Fever
- Sore throat
- Temporary loss of taste/smell
- Difficulty breathing
- Runny nose
- New or worsening cough
- Muscle aches

Kia kaha whaanau! You've got this! #uniteagainstcovid19

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1334 days ago

Alert Level Three Update

Manukau Toyota

Dear Customers

We again find ourselves at Alert Level Three.

This means that Botany Toyota, Bridgestone Botany, Manukau Toyota, Papakura Toyota, Bridgestone Takanini and Pukekohe Toyota are open standard hours but with all activities contactless, and customers not allowed on our yards or in … View more
Dear Customers

We again find ourselves at Alert Level Three.

This means that Botany Toyota, Bridgestone Botany, Manukau Toyota, Papakura Toyota, Bridgestone Takanini and Pukekohe Toyota are open standard hours but with all activities contactless, and customers not allowed on our yards or in our buildings.
Head over to our website and choose your store of choice for a comprehensive list of contact phone numbers and email addresses for our various departments.

Look after each other and please stay safe.

Darren Smart
CEO, Manukau Toyota Group

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1334 days ago

COVID-19 ALERT LEVEL UPDATE

The Team from New Zealand Police

From 6am tomorrow morning, Auckland will move to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand will move to Alert Level 2. The measures will remain in place for the next seven days.

More details available at www.covid19.govt.nz....

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1334 days ago

Auckland is now at Alert Level 3

Neighbourly.co.nz

**UPDATED:** 1.23pm Sunday 28 February

The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health have provided an update to media in the Beehive.

Ardern has confirmed that health authorities have found a possible person to person link for how Case M and N picked up Covid-19. This could eliminate … View more
**UPDATED:** 1.23pm Sunday 28 February

The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health have provided an update to media in the Beehive.

Ardern has confirmed that health authorities have found a possible person to person link for how Case M and N picked up Covid-19. This could eliminate concern that there are other chains of transmission to identify.

Ashley Bloomfield asked people to keep an eye out for atypical symptoms
"This new variant of the virus, the B117, does seem to be presenting with symptoms that are not the typical respiratory symptoms," he said.

If you have muscle aches, do consider this might be a Covid-19 symptom.
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**UPDATED:** 12.54 Sunday 28 February

Auckland is now at Alert Level 3 and the rest of the country is at Alert Level 2 until at least March 6.

Auckland Contract tracing locations of interest include:
• City Fitness (20 and 26 February)
• Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) Manukau Campus (22, 24, 25 February)
• Hunters Plaza (26 February)
• Burger King Highland Park (25 February)
• Your Health Pharmacy (23 February)
• Pak n Save Manukau (21 February)

For the latest locations of interest including times and dates please follow this link.

Here's what you need to know:
- Case M, the latest Covid-19 case, is a 21-year-old male, the older sibling of a Papatoetoe High School student.
- If you have symptoms of concern, call the NZ Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or call your GP.
- Find your closest Covid-19 testing location on the Healthpoint website
- Stay home, in your bubbles if you are in Auckland. Gatherings with others outside this bubble are prohibited.
- If you go outside your home maintain physical distancing of 2 metres, or 1 metre in controlled environments where you know the others present.
- Travel in and out of Auckland is for essential travel only. A border will be established around Auckland, similar to the demarcations before.
- Essential services such as supermarkets and pharmacies will remain open.
- Aucklanders are asked to wear facial coverings when accessing essential services.
- Customer-facing businesses will need to move to non-contact methods of payment and collection.
- See the full list of guidelines under Alert Level 3 and Alert Level 2
- Keep up-to-date with the latest by following the Stuff live blog

Neighbourly will be updating this message as further information comes to hand.

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1337 days ago

We Say/You Say: Coastal Erosion

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi Auckland,

How worried are you about coastal erosion in Auckland?

Auckland's shoreline could recede by 200m by 2130 if little to no action on climate change is taken.

The report, titled "Predicting Auckland's exposure to coastal instability and erosion", details the … View more
Hi Auckland,

How worried are you about coastal erosion in Auckland?

Auckland's shoreline could recede by 200m by 2130 if little to no action on climate change is taken.

The report, titled "Predicting Auckland's exposure to coastal instability and erosion", details the impacts this will have on communities the Auckland region.

Sea level rise is notoriously difficult for scientists to follow and this has meant coastal erosion rates have been difficult to predict.

New Zealand's sea levels have risen an average 1.67mm per year since 1989, but the Ministry of Environment says this will accelerate if little action is taken on climate change.

What do you think should be done about it? Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments used in your local community newspaper.

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1334 days ago

It's competition time!

Manukau Toyota

Manukau Toyota Group, of which we are part, celebrates its 30th anniversary in March.
Nice, nice, nice, nice, nice.
To begin the festivities and celebrate the almighty 2021 Toyota Hilux we have some cool giveaways! More details over on our Facebook page and don't forget to read more about … View more
Manukau Toyota Group, of which we are part, celebrates its 30th anniversary in March.
Nice, nice, nice, nice, nice.
To begin the festivities and celebrate the almighty 2021 Toyota Hilux we have some cool giveaways! More details over on our Facebook page and don't forget to read more about the 2021 Hilux below!

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1334 days ago

WIN tickets to Auckland Arts Festival 2021

Auckland Arts Festival

Auckland Arts Festival/Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki (AAF) 2021 kicks off in a fortnight, offering a jampacked programme for you and your whānau to enjoy.

Happening between 4 and 21 March, AAF 2021 features a 100% Aotearoa selection of more than 70 multi-art shows and events at theatres, galleries … View more
Auckland Arts Festival/Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki (AAF) 2021 kicks off in a fortnight, offering a jampacked programme for you and your whānau to enjoy.

Happening between 4 and 21 March, AAF 2021 features a 100% Aotearoa selection of more than 70 multi-art shows and events at theatres, galleries and unique indoor and outdoor venues across Tāmaki Makaurau.

Paying homage to the overarching 2021 theme of Aroha, shows on offer include everything from dance to theatre, live music to comedy, visual and digital art, talks and debate, community participation projects and more.

Among those tipped to be crowd pleasers this year are Che-Fu and the Krates at Auckland Town Hall for the 20-year anniversary of their album Navigator.

The APO will perform the soundtrack to E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial while the film screens at Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre at Aotea Centre and Michael Hurst will appear in a version of Jack and the Beanstalk playing the role of Jack's mum.

10 double passes to giveaway, simply LIKE or THANK this post to be in the draw to WIN a great experience of the Auckland Art Festival/ Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki performances. T&Cs apply.
Find out more

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1334 days ago

Tell us about a local business that makes your day?

Prospa

With the craziness of last year behind us, it’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes.

As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at … View more
With the craziness of last year behind us, it’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes.

As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at Prospa love seeing small businesses reach their goals with a faster, easier approach to business loans. And we’re proud to be back sponsoring the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
Nominate now

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1335 days ago

10-year Budget 2021-2031 webinar events

The Team from Auckland Council

If you would like the opportunity to ask questions about the 10-year Budget 2021-2031 with your councillor and local board, we have a range of webinars available 👇
akhaveyoursay.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

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1335 days ago

Now as good a time as any to Buy or Sell

Sanjeev Thakur Reporter from Homed - Southern Homes

Please read the latest issue of your Southern Homes to find more, from Peter Thompson of Barfoot

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1337 days ago

What's your experience with pre-fabricated homes?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is looking into the rise of transportable/ kit-set/ pre fabricated homes. The upsides are build-efficiency, quality of design, and cost. The downsides appear to be land supply, red-tape with council and difficulty getting lending from banks. If you're willing to share … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is looking into the rise of transportable/ kit-set/ pre fabricated homes. The upsides are build-efficiency, quality of design, and cost. The downsides appear to be land supply, red-tape with council and difficulty getting lending from banks. If you're willing to share your experience - good or bad - email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz, otherwise leave a comment. Is there an aspect of transportable housing you'd like us to enquire about for you?

1335 days ago

Town & Country Living

Sanjeev Thakur Reporter from Homed - Southern Homes

Interested- Look at Alison Kemp's new listing offering the best of both worlds


Southern homes goes out to 92,000 letterboxes.You could also pick your own copy from the nearest Real Estate office

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1335 days ago

Gloria Jean's Coffees Southgate

Gloria Jean’s Coffees

Gloria Jean's Coffees is now at Southgate Shopping Centre with mouth-watering ALL-DAY MENU... Smashed Avo on Ciabatta, Big Breakfast, Waffles, and more!

What are you waiting for? Head to Gloria Jean's for coffee classics, specialty hot drinks, refreshing espresso and fruit chillers, … View more
Gloria Jean's Coffees is now at Southgate Shopping Centre with mouth-watering ALL-DAY MENU... Smashed Avo on Ciabatta, Big Breakfast, Waffles, and more!

What are you waiting for? Head to Gloria Jean's for coffee classics, specialty hot drinks, refreshing espresso and fruit chillers, food on the go, breakfasts, brunches, lunches!

Delicious food and great coffee are waiting for you - at Gloria Jean's Coffees, Southgate Shopping Centre.
Check our menu

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