Totara Vale, Auckland

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509 days ago

Poll: Should salaries be public?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment below … View more
A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment below - type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Should salaries be public?
  • 51.9% Yes, it would be fairer
    51.9% Complete
  • 38% No, it should be private
    38% Complete
  • 10.2% I don't know - I'd need more information
    10.2% Complete
1712 votes
506 days ago

4 SLEEPS TO GO!

Rita from Conscious Kids New Zealand

WHY YOU SHOULD PLAY WITH US THESE JULY HOLIDAYS ...

* REASON 4 # WE CONNECT AND LEARN IN AND WITH NATURE *
Conscious Kids Days provide children with opportunities to explore and experience nature in a way that supports them develop a love and appreciation for the natural world, fostering a … View more
WHY YOU SHOULD PLAY WITH US THESE JULY HOLIDAYS ...

* REASON 4 # WE CONNECT AND LEARN IN AND WITH NATURE *
Conscious Kids Days provide children with opportunities to explore and experience nature in a way that supports them develop a love and appreciation for the natural world, fostering a sense of responsibility and stewardship towards the environment.

Time spent in Nature playing can develop a strong connection to nature by learning about the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability. The perfect outdoor classroom for them to learn about the impact of human activities on the environment and help them understand the importance of protecting our natural resources.

Book now!
www.consciouskids.co.nz...

#learnthroughplay #freerangekids #childledplay #natureplay #ckholidayprogrammes #consciouskidsnz #ckjunkplay

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506 days ago

Win this brand new Wānaka home!

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new abode features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new abode features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort, plus incredible lake and mountain views!

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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506 days ago

Murrays Bay Intermediate Home Zone - Lavery Place and other streets added to list!!!

Aaron from Sunnynook

For anyone thinking of enrolling their child at Murrays Bay Intermediate, an update to the description of the Home Zone has been made here:
www.educationcounts.govt.nz...
(click on Written description of enrolment zone)

This update is not yet shown on the Murrays Bay Intermediate website.

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For anyone thinking of enrolling their child at Murrays Bay Intermediate, an update to the description of the Home Zone has been made here:
www.educationcounts.govt.nz...
(click on Written description of enrolment zone)

This update is not yet shown on the Murrays Bay Intermediate website.

Main update I noticed: Lavery place and adjoining streets have been added to the list.
A few other newly developed streets have also been added.

This update has apparently been made in response to an Official Information Act request. See the OIA documents here (dated 14 April 2023):
assets.education.govt.nz...

assets.education.govt.nz...

In summary, here are the "new" streets I can see in the list that aren't on the school's website at the moment (after some filtering for spelling errors):

ALBANY HIGHWAY (Odd numbers 173 - 183 only)
BELGRAVE LANE
BROMPTON DRIVE
CADDEAN LANE
CHESHAM LANE
CHESTER LANE
CROMWELL LANE
DELAMARE COURT
DRAYCOTT LANE
DREAVER WAY
ELLIOTTS WAY
FALSTONE LANE
KINGS LANE
LAVERY PLACE
LENNOX LANE
MANDICA PLACE
MILENIO CRESCENT
PIPI PLACE
REGENCY LANE (106 - 117 only)
REGENCY PLACE
SLOANE LANE
STONELEIGH COURT
TAPATAI PLACE
TEED LANE
THE BAYS RISE
WATERFORD LANE
WHAKATA LANE
WILLIAM PICKERING DRIVE (1 - 2 only)

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507 days ago

Fabulous Greenhithe Old School Hall Kids Acting/Singing/Dancing Holiday Workshop

Jodie from Greenhithe

Hi neighbours - I'm a local professional Actor/Singer/Dancer and been involved in the industry for 30 years. I've run Kids Performance Workshops all over NZ and this time I'm doing one on my home turf! If you have any aspiring dancer/singer/actor kids between 6 - 12 years of age … View moreHi neighbours - I'm a local professional Actor/Singer/Dancer and been involved in the industry for 30 years. I've run Kids Performance Workshops all over NZ and this time I'm doing one on my home turf! If you have any aspiring dancer/singer/actor kids between 6 - 12 years of age who want to have some fun in the holidays - check out my flyer..
I work on giving them confidence to be on stage, vocal energy, character choices, movement intention and most importantly a whole heap of fun! They always have a ball!
Contact jodie.dorday@gmail.com or 021 231 6617

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507 days ago

Maths Tutoring

Briony from Mairangi Bay

📚🧮 MATHS TUTORING by qualified maths teacher.

Boost Your Child's Maths Skills for the Year 11 MCAT Exam 🎓🌟
Is your Year 11 teenager ready for the MCAT exam coming up in Term 3?
I am an experienced Maths Teacher offering small group sessions for year 11 students wanting to … View more
📚🧮 MATHS TUTORING by qualified maths teacher.

Boost Your Child's Maths Skills for the Year 11 MCAT Exam 🎓🌟
Is your Year 11 teenager ready for the MCAT exam coming up in Term 3?
I am an experienced Maths Teacher offering small group sessions for year 11 students wanting to prepare for the MCAT exam. We will focus on the exam content and will work to get your child the best result possible.
What I offer:
✅ Intensive algebra lessons tailored specifically for the Year 11 MCAT Exam.
✅ Small groups of 3 to 6 students for personalised attention.
✅ Flexible holiday schedule to accommodate your free time, as well as courses in Term 3, closer to the exam.
✅ Comprehensive coverage of all essential MCAT algebra topics for the Year 11 MCAT exam.
I am senior Maths Teacher as well as tutor, who has helped many students achieve and excel in their NCEA exams. I have extensive knowledge of the Year 11 curriculum and I will focus on the skills required to achieve in the MCAT exam.
I am also available to run sessions for all other Year 11 Maths standards and externals as well as sessions for Year 9 and 10 students.
I am based in Mairangi Bay and will run the sessions from home.
📞 Please contact Briony on 0272958717

507 days ago

5 SLEEPS TO GO!

Rita from Conscious Kids New Zealand

WHY YOU SHOULD PLAY WITH US THESE HOLIDAYS

* REASON 5 # WE LEARN NEW SKILLS *

Unstructured Play in Nature is the best way for children to develop their physical skills, as it provides them with a variety of opportunities to move their bodies and engage in physical activity.

By engaging in… View more
WHY YOU SHOULD PLAY WITH US THESE HOLIDAYS

* REASON 5 # WE LEARN NEW SKILLS *

Unstructured Play in Nature is the best way for children to develop their physical skills, as it provides them with a variety of opportunities to move their bodies and engage in physical activity.

By engaging in outdoor play regularly, children can build their strength, endurance, balance, coordination, and overall physical well-being.
- Balance and coordination: Nature offers many different surfaces and terrain, such as rocks, logs, and hills, which can challenge children's balance and coordination as they navigate their way through these obstacles.
- Strength and endurance: Climbing trees, hiking through trails, and other outdoor activities can help children build their strength and endurance, which can improve their overall fitness and well-being.
- Gross motor skills: Running, jumping, throwing, and other physical activities that are common in outdoor play can help children develop their gross motor skills, which are essential for movement and physical activity.
- Fine motor skills: Even simple activities like picking up stones, twigs, and leaves can help develop children's fine motor skills, as they use their fingers and hands to manipulate objects and explore their environment.

Book Now!
www.consciouskids.co.nz...

#ckholidayprogrammes #natureplay #ckholidayprogrammes #freerangekids #childledplay #learnthroughplay

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507 days ago

Cash for your wrecked and water damaged car!

AAA Auto Parts

Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you have a vehicle that is taking up space and becoming an eyesore? At AAA Auto Parts we dismantle and wreck cars. We will pay top cash whether your car is dead or alive!

* $300 - $3000 for small cars
* $700 - $10,000 for 4x4 utes, vans, 4WD, trucks and buses
* Same day removal
* Free quotes over the phone

We will beat any prices in the market by 10%.

Support your local business.
Give us a call on **0800 50 00 01 ** and we will be happy to have a chat.
Enquire now

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507 days ago

NZ made knitwear factory sale!

McDonald Textiles

Come and pick up warm, snug winter knits designed to last a lifetime at bargain prices. Beautiful knitwear from leading NZ brands McDonald, Standard Issue and Royal Merino.
A wide range of possum merino and 100% merino garments and accessories on sale for 2 DAYS ONLY. Up to 80% off RRP – … View more
Come and pick up warm, snug winter knits designed to last a lifetime at bargain prices. Beautiful knitwear from leading NZ brands McDonald, Standard Issue and Royal Merino.
A wide range of possum merino and 100% merino garments and accessories on sale for 2 DAYS ONLY. Up to 80% off RRP – includes discontinued lines, samples and seconds. Saturday 1 July to Sunday 2 July. 10am to 4pm daily. 4b Lockhart Place Mount Wellington.
Find Out More

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507 days ago

Children & Screen Time - What You Need To Know

Michael from Bayview

REMINDER....

CHILDREN'S SCREEN TIME is a hot topic for parents. How to manage screen time is the number one question I'm getting from parents in my private practice for children.
I'll be doing a presentation in Devonport, Auckland on June 28 on this topic, including helpful … View more
REMINDER....

CHILDREN'S SCREEN TIME is a hot topic for parents. How to manage screen time is the number one question I'm getting from parents in my private practice for children.
I'll be doing a presentation in Devonport, Auckland on June 28 on this topic, including helpful strategies for parents and why it's vital to monitor and regulate screen time due to a range of adverse psychological and physical effects (see attached flyer).

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507 days ago

Exchange of Alstroemeria (Peruvian Lily)

Yi from Hillcrest

Dear neighbors, I am looking for tall Peruvian lily - garden centers don’t sale them any more as they are considered invasive. But as long as they are planted in a confined space or pots, they are the best cut flower.
I’m looking for yellow, purple or any other color except pink or red. I have… View more
Dear neighbors, I am looking for tall Peruvian lily - garden centers don’t sale them any more as they are considered invasive. But as long as they are planted in a confined space or pots, they are the best cut flower.
I’m looking for yellow, purple or any other color except pink or red. I have plenty of pink ones for exchange. Another neighbor has kindly offered red ones.
Please let me know if you’re interested.
Thank you so much!

Free

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508 days ago

Small Jobs - Builder/Carpenter

Bruce from Whole 9 Yards

Licensed Building Practitioner.
We are Open over Xmas & New Year
Our Specialty is Redesigning, Remodeling of Bathrooms and Kitchens. Interior and exterior walls, doors, windows, renewed, replaced, repositioned, in fact Re anything. Decks, Stairs, Balustrades, Ramps for ease of access......
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Licensed Building Practitioner.
We are Open over Xmas & New Year
Our Specialty is Redesigning, Remodeling of Bathrooms and Kitchens. Interior and exterior walls, doors, windows, renewed, replaced, repositioned, in fact Re anything. Decks, Stairs, Balustrades, Ramps for ease of access......

Small jobs, medium jobs, we have over 70 years experience

Text or call so we can make an appointment to see you at a convenient time, to talk through your ideas and aspirations.

Bruce 021 212 1480

We are SheShed Agents. www.sheshed.co.nz...

508 days ago

😃 FREE ENGLISH CHAT GROUP 🤗 Forrest Hill Church, 151 Forrest Hill Road, Forrest Hill

Helen from Totara Vale

Come along to our free English Group next Monday 3 July 10am - 12pm morning session & evening session 7pm - 8.30pm.
Tea ☕️ & biscuits🍪 provided.

No need to book, just turn up, make new friends😄. Any queries call/text me 027 3862680. Cheers Helen😄

508 days ago

Matariki Festival 2023

The Team from Auckland Council

Mānawatia a Matariki!

Be part of the festivities and celebrate the Māori new year at Matariki Festival 2023 ✨

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508 days ago

6 SLEEPS TO GO!

Rita from Conscious Kids New Zealand

WHY YOU SHOULD PLAY WITH US THESE HOLIDAYS

* REASON 6 # WE MAKE NEW FRIENDS *

The Social Benefits are countless - Nature Play is a great way to encourage collaboration and cooperation, it also helps foster trust and respect among friends because children learn how important it is for everyone… View more
WHY YOU SHOULD PLAY WITH US THESE HOLIDAYS

* REASON 6 # WE MAKE NEW FRIENDS *

The Social Benefits are countless - Nature Play is a great way to encourage collaboration and cooperation, it also helps foster trust and respect among friends because children learn how important it is for everyone involved in the play. Children can make up their own adventures as they go along or join in on one of the many ones already being played by other kids. Playing in Nature also encourages communication skills as it provokes children to communicate with each other if they want their ideas heard and understood by everyone else in the woods.

Book now!
www.consciouskids.co.nz...

#freeplaynz #natureplay #childledplay #ckholidayprogrammes #consciouskidsnz #freerangekids

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