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1909 days ago

When was the last time you wrote a letter by hand?

The Team from Auckland Museum

Can you imagine paper being so sparse and contact between loved ones so infrequent that you'd use every last inch of paper when writing letters?

Such was the case in the early 1800s when New Zealand faced a paper famine. Letter writing was essential to keep in touch but with such limited … View more
Can you imagine paper being so sparse and contact between loved ones so infrequent that you'd use every last inch of paper when writing letters?

Such was the case in the early 1800s when New Zealand faced a paper famine. Letter writing was essential to keep in touch but with such limited paper available the technique of 'crossed letters' was adopted.

The writer would turn the page ninety degrees after finishing a page and add a second layer of text.

Read more about this fascinating writing form here.
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1909 days ago
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1910 days ago

Roofing

Jenny from Clover Park

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1911 days ago

Poll: Is Auckland a great city for tourists?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hello neighbours,

After journalist Brook Sabin wrote on Stuff that Auckland's Queen St is a disappointment for visiting tourists, fellow travel writer Jake Howie came to our largest city's defence.

Read Brook's opinion piece: stuff.co.nz...
Read Jake's response: … View more
Hello neighbours,

After journalist Brook Sabin wrote on Stuff that Auckland's Queen St is a disappointment for visiting tourists, fellow travel writer Jake Howie came to our largest city's defence.

Read Brook's opinion piece: stuff.co.nz...
Read Jake's response: stuff.co.nz...

Who do you agree with?

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Is Auckland a great city for tourists?
  • 41.5% Yes
    41.5% Complete
  • 58.5% No
    58.5% Complete
501 votes
1910 days ago

What do you think about a school setting up its own food pantry?

Mandy Te Reporter from Manukau Courier

Hi neighbours, Alfriston College has set up a food pantry to feed its students and their whānau. The pantry - Te Paataka Manaaki - was opened after staff noticed students were saving food from the breakfast and lunch clubs to take home.
The idea for the initiative came from the growing movement … View more
Hi neighbours, Alfriston College has set up a food pantry to feed its students and their whānau. The pantry - Te Paataka Manaaki - was opened after staff noticed students were saving food from the breakfast and lunch clubs to take home.
The idea for the initiative came from the growing movement of community pantries. Read the story and watch the video below.

Please add NP if you do not wish for your comment to be in print.

1910 days ago

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1914 days ago

What do you think about the occupation of Ihumātao?

Mandy Te Reporter from Manukau Courier

Hi neighbours, the rally at Ihumātao has been called a watershed moment for this generation which can't be ignored. Since last week, hundreds of people have been occupying the Ihumātao site. Fletcher Building wants to develop the land for 480 houses but building on the site has stopped … View moreHi neighbours, the rally at Ihumātao has been called a watershed moment for this generation which can't be ignored. Since last week, hundreds of people have been occupying the Ihumātao site. Fletcher Building wants to develop the land for 480 houses but building on the site has stopped until a solution is reached. Read Glen McConnell's opinion piece and share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

Please add NP if you do not wish for your comment to be in print.

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1913 days ago

Poll: Should NZ have a "junk food" tax?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Manukau Courier

Hi neighbours, A world-first study, led by the University of Auckland, has found a "junk food" tax could be more effective in encouraging healthy eating than an excise only on sugar.
But the Government has ruled it out. What do you think? Vote in the poll below or share your thoughts in … View more
Hi neighbours, A world-first study, led by the University of Auckland, has found a "junk food" tax could be more effective in encouraging healthy eating than an excise only on sugar.
But the Government has ruled it out. What do you think? Vote in the poll below or share your thoughts in the comments. Please write "NFP" if you don't want your comment to appear in print.
Read the full story here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should NZ have a "junk food" tax?
  • 30.8% Yes
    30.8% Complete
  • 29.2% No, the Government shouldn't police people's eating habits
    29.2% Complete
  • 40% No, educating people about healthy eating would be more effective
    40% Complete
65 votes
1911 days ago

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There’s lots to consider when renovating your home. From choosing the right flooring to revamping your interior décor style. The right colour, texture and style will have a huge impact on the look of your home.

And to help you, … View more
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