Totara Vale news is brought to you by the team at North Shore Times
Recent posts
Thank you for using Neighbourly
In North Shore teenager Kirill Koninin’s bedroom is a stack of empty shoe boxes.
The 17-year-old BMX rider and skateboarder would wear through his shoes “like fire”, father Vladimir Koninin said, following Kirill’s death on Christmas Eve.
On December 23, Kirill fell from his bike at a … View moreIn North Shore teenager Kirill Koninin’s bedroom is a stack of empty shoe boxes.
The 17-year-old BMX rider and skateboarder would wear through his shoes “like fire”, father Vladimir Koninin said, following Kirill’s death on Christmas Eve.
On December 23, Kirill fell from his bike at a skatepark in Albany, suffering a head injury. Doctors at Auckland City Hospital later told Vladimir and mother Oxana Koninina that their son’s brain surgery had been unsuccessful, and the heartbreaking decision was made to turn off his life support the next day.
The family are hoping to dedicate a bench to Kirill at the park, in an effort to persuade others to wear helmets.
There's Governor Grey from Auckland University, Daisy from Waitākere Hospital, Bruce from Grey Lynn and more. Have you seen any of these pawsome felines out and about?
Police have appealed to victims of family violence to seek help as soon as possible.
Domestic abuse is not acceptable and can happen to anyone, Counties Manukau police say.
Victims are called to seek help quickly and if the violence is happening now to call 111.
If your family life is marred by… View morePolice have appealed to victims of family violence to seek help as soon as possible.
Domestic abuse is not acceptable and can happen to anyone, Counties Manukau police say.
Victims are called to seek help quickly and if the violence is happening now to call 111.
If your family life is marred by mistreatment, you can turn to these agencies:
Auckland District Health Board www.adhb.health.nz... Counties Manukau Health www.countiesmanukau.health.nz... Gandhi Nivas www.gandhinivas.nz... Shine www.2shine.org.nz... Victim Support www.victimsupport.org.nz... and Waitemata DHB www.waitematadhb.govt.nz... .
Auckland City District Police
Auckland has welcomed 2021 in with a bang, starting with a five minute firework display from the top of the Sky Tower at midnight.
Last year was tough. What are you looking forward to in 2021?
We hope you’ve managed to enjoy the break, or if you’ve had to work through, that you get some time off soon. We’ve been dreaming of relaxing at this colourful retro Kāpiti bach which features in our January issue. It’s the perfect sanctuary for its Wellington owners, who find themselves … View moreWe hope you’ve managed to enjoy the break, or if you’ve had to work through, that you get some time off soon. We’ve been dreaming of relaxing at this colourful retro Kāpiti bach which features in our January issue. It’s the perfect sanctuary for its Wellington owners, who find themselves unwinding as soon as they walk through its front gate. Where's your favourite place to unwind over the summer?
Alan sadly lost his wife Phyllis just before the first lockdown in 2020, after the couple moved into the village five years ago.
“They have all been so supportive when I really needed it most. I wrote them all a personal letter to thank them.”
The 90 year old, who has spent his entire life in… View moreAlan sadly lost his wife Phyllis just before the first lockdown in 2020, after the couple moved into the village five years ago.
“They have all been so supportive when I really needed it most. I wrote them all a personal letter to thank them.”
The 90 year old, who has spent his entire life in Christchurch, says his regular expenses are down due to village living and was immediately taken with the apartment opportunity after a tour.
“The security of this place appealed to me, and it was very warm. I also liked that there’s nothing to worry about, you don’t have to think about getting a plumber in for example.”
The couple’s two daughters and son helped them both move into the village, a downsizing that was far easier than Alan thought it would be. Now with a two bedroom apartment, Alan says he really enjoys having a dwelling more compact than his original family home.
“You’ve got to adapt haven’t you, and an apartment is just so easy to keep clean and tidy. I still have a small garden and I like to grow runner beans.”
With a wool buying background and a stint as a golf professional too, Alan has had a busy career but says he prefers the quieter life these days with enough social activities, like bowls and mahjong, to keep him entertained.
Alan helped to start a village choir that now has 24 members and regular practice sessions to prepare for upcoming recitals. The grandfather of five grandchildren and six great grandchildren (pictured with artwork from one of his great grandchildren Tabitha) says he’s always open to welcoming new residents as neighbours.
“To be free of all that worry of maintenance at my time of life is a relief. Plus we could do with a few more in the choir too.”
Get more info about Bupa Hugh Green at: www.bupa.co.nz...
Half head foils or regrowth touch-up including a cut and blowave. If you’re needing a new hairdresser then try our talented colour experts with this fantastic offer. Please call us to make your booking 478 5379. Limited spaces so hurry book now.
Police have appealed to the public for sightings of Kleveland Tana.
The 20-year-old is breaching his bail conditions, police say.
Tana has been charged with unlawfully getting into a vehicle and breaching the conditions of an intensive supervision order, officers say.
Known to frequent Counties… View morePolice have appealed to the public for sightings of Kleveland Tana.
The 20-year-old is breaching his bail conditions, police say.
Tana has been charged with unlawfully getting into a vehicle and breaching the conditions of an intensive supervision order, officers say.
Known to frequent Counties Manukau and west Auckland, he bears a distinctive tattoo on his left cheek of 11/2 in Roman numerals.
Tana is considered to be dangerous and should not be approached, police say.
If you see him, call 111 immediately.
Phone Sergeant Andrew Chawner on 105 or phone 0800 555 anonymously with any information.
Auckland City District Police
New Zealand Police
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 moreThere 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
And we want you and your family to love it as well!
We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.
Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson. We have locations in both … View moreAnd we want you and your family to love it as well!
We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.
Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson. We have locations in both Albany and Hobsonville.
The Free Trial lesson is open to all new customers.
Someone broke into my house through the master bedroom
The intruders left our master bedroom at complete mess stealing watch, jewellery and some cash
The police has been informed and fingerprints has been taken
We hope everyone has had a relaxing Christmas break reconnecting with family and friends and letting the mind, body and soul have a well earned rest.
We are excited for 2021 and helping more of our neighbors with storage solutions.
Cheers to all.
In many respects, 2020 has proved to be a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses and financial fallout.
Many of you neighbours have been doing it tough.
What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year?
*Please put NFP if you do not want your … View moreIn many respects, 2020 has proved to be a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses and financial fallout.
Many of you neighbours have been doing it tough.
What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year?
*Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.
Auckland’s landmarks will be the stars of the New Year’s Eve show again this year, with the Sky Tower and Vector Lights on the Harbour Bridge set to bring in the new year with spectacular shows coordinated with Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland Museum and Te Ara I Whiti The Light Path.
Hi Neighbours, 2020 - well it's all been said really hasn't it. Auckland has had a double-dose of the hardest part of Covid-19, with two big restrictions. But what a response from you all. My thoughts are below:
© Neighbourly 2024
Loading…
