Totara Vale, Auckland

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

1919 days ago

Foam Mats - SOLD. GONE. SOLD. GONE

Mary from Glenfield

$30 for the lot ONO

20 pcs of foams - with dots
6pcs of foams - solid

Measurements
62 x 62 cm
Thickness… View more
$30 for the lot ONO

20 pcs of foams - with dots
6pcs of foams - solid

Measurements
62 x 62 cm
Thickness
1cm

We have just removed them off our garage floor, so a bit dusty, with some pet hair and usual grit and dirt from a well used garage with high foot traffic.

Text me on 0220440880

Want them gone ASAP

Negotiable

1920 days ago

FOOD RECALL: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream

Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been affected? Lewis Road Creamery is recalling a specific batch of its Chocolate Ice Cream as it may contain foreign matter (metal).

Name of product: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream (470ml).
Date marking: Best Before: 11/06/2020.
Distribution: The product is sold in … View more
Have you been affected? Lewis Road Creamery is recalling a specific batch of its Chocolate Ice Cream as it may contain foreign matter (metal).

Name of product: Lewis Road Creamery brand Chocolate Ice Cream (470ml).
Date marking: Best Before: 11/06/2020.
Distribution: The product is sold in supermarkets and selected retail outlets nationwide.

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund.
Click here for more safety information

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1920 days ago
1920 days ago

Kauri Tracks Update

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Today the Kaipātiki Local Board received an update on planned track changes to protect kauri from dieback disease. We’ve managed to secure 47% of the total Auckland-wide kauri budget to be spent in the Kaipātiki area on upgrading tracks and installing cleaning stations!

Thanks to the Shore … View more
Today the Kaipātiki Local Board received an update on planned track changes to protect kauri from dieback disease. We’ve managed to secure 47% of the total Auckland-wide kauri budget to be spent in the Kaipātiki area on upgrading tracks and installing cleaning stations!

Thanks to the Shore Action team on the Local Board for advocating for this budget over the last 2 years, while also pre-emptively closing tracks to protect the kauri. A formal update will come to the Local Board’s September meeting detailing the proposed changes and their timeframes.
#VoteShoreAction #TrackUpgrades

1920 days ago

Help secure and shape our local parks!

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Every park in New Zealand must have a Reserve Management Plan to be covered by the Reserves Act 1977, but many of those in the Kaipātiki Local Board area do not have one. This leaves those parks in a vulnerable state, without guidance for the future, and potentially less secure from being sold.
So… View more
Every park in New Zealand must have a Reserve Management Plan to be covered by the Reserves Act 1977, but many of those in the Kaipātiki Local Board area do not have one. This leaves those parks in a vulnerable state, without guidance for the future, and potentially less secure from being sold.
So the Kaipātiki Local Board has initiated a "Local Parks Management Plan" to cover ALL parks in the Kaipātiki Local Board area and convert them all into reserves.

There are 3 steps in this process where you can have your say:
(1) All 700 parcels of parkland were reviewed to ensure that they were classified correctly under the Reserves Act. This was a huge job! The proposed changes are out for consultation until 30 August (see attached notice for more info).
(2) We are seeking feedback on what details should be included in the Local Parks Management Plan. This may be an idea that you have for a local park, or something existing that you want to remain. Consultation closes on 30 August.
Have your say here: www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
(3) When all feedback has been collected, the draft plan will be written and put out for consultation. This is scheduled to happen early next year.

1920 days ago

Clearway Proposed for Wairau Road, Glenfield

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Auckland Transport is proposing an evening clearway and No Stopping At All Times (broken yellow lines) parking restrictions on Wairau Road, between the Glenfield Rd and Hogans Rd intersections.

Changes include:
* A Clear Way between 306 and 334 Wairau Road, Monday Friday, 4pm 6.30pm. This will … View more
Auckland Transport is proposing an evening clearway and No Stopping At All Times (broken yellow lines) parking restrictions on Wairau Road, between the Glenfield Rd and Hogans Rd intersections.

Changes include:
* A Clear Way between 306 and 334 Wairau Road, Monday Friday, 4pm 6.30pm. This will allow the westbound lane to flow freely during peak times while minimising permanent parking removal.
* No Stopping At All Times parking restrictions approaching the intersection with Glenfield Road to reduce unsafe lane changing when the left turn lane is blocked by parked cars.
* No Stopping At All Times parking restrictions opposite the intersection with Ellice Road to make sure the westbound through lane is kept clear.
* Parking restrictions next to the bus stops to make sure there is enough space for buses to manoeuvre in and out of traffic safely.

From AT:
“Our proposal responds to a request from the local community to address the issue of parked cars restricting traffic movements along Wairau Road. We expect these parking changes to greatly improve the flow of traffic, particularly during the evening peak , and welcome your feedback on our proposal. While our proposal is aimed at improving traffic flow along Wairau Road, we recognise that these parking restrictions may impact people who live along the street. That is why we want to hear from you. Your community feedback will help us decide the final shape of these parking changes.”

Feedback closes Tuesday 20 August 2019.
Please submit your feedback at the below link, or comment below and I will pass it on:
at.govt.nz...

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1920 days ago

Dog Bylaw Changes from 1 November

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Recently The Mayor and Councillors adopted changes to the Dog Management Bylaw and Policy which take effect from 1 November 2019.
While I'm happy for dog owners, I do have concerns with the following two changes:

* Standardisation of Summer/Winter rules across Auckland:
There will now be one… View more
Recently The Mayor and Councillors adopted changes to the Dog Management Bylaw and Policy which take effect from 1 November 2019.
While I'm happy for dog owners, I do have concerns with the following two changes:

* Standardisation of Summer/Winter rules across Auckland:
There will now be one time period applied to most beaches over the Summer period - dogs will now be allowed on beaches after 5pm (the proposal was 7pm and most North Shore beaches are currently 6pm or 6:30pm). The new dates for the Summer period are 1 December until 1 March.
However, not only does this change strip the ability of Local Boards to reflect their community's views on local beach times, but it went against 59% of submitters (and most Local Boards) who wanted to retain local variation in times (only 34% of submitters wanted a regional rule).

* The new default rule for parks is on-leash:
In theory nothing should change, as the default rule only applies to parks NOT listed in the new "schedule 2" list that should include every park that is currently off-leash. However I've found that there are still errors and omissions in the Kaipatiki list, such as the "Bayview Community Centre​ and Creche" being listed as an off-leash area(!), Elliott Reserve referred to as "Kellaway Reserve" (which is in Dannemora), and the roads "Cobblestone Lane" and "Fernwood Grove" being listed as off-leash, instead of the parks "Cobblestone Lane Reserve" and "Fernwood Grove Reserve".
This rule would have been better to leave as it was, with off-leash the default and listing on-leash areas.

To accommodate the above changes to the dog rules, $1 million has been earmarked for new park signs or changes to existing signs.

For more information on the changes to the rules:
* OurAuckland: ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
* Stuff.co.nz: www.stuff.co.nz...
* NZ Herald: www.nzherald.co.nz...

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1920 days ago

Gap Year Mocktail Workshop

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Thinking about taking a Gap Year to experience life, get a hospo job, travel and think more about what you want to do?
Free Seminar for High School Leavers - On Thursday 22 August 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm and again on Thursday 10 Oct from 5:00 - 6:30 pm

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1930 days ago

Sneak Peek at LeRoy's Bush Waterfall Track Upgrade

John Gillon from John Gillon - Kaipatiki Local Board

Here's a sneak preview of the upgraded "waterfall track" at Le Roys Bush Reserve that should be ready to open in a couple of weeks.
Recently I was part of a stakeholder group of council staff, contractors and members of the Friends of Le Roys Bush group, looking at progress on the … View more
Here's a sneak preview of the upgraded "waterfall track" at Le Roys Bush Reserve that should be ready to open in a couple of weeks.
Recently I was part of a stakeholder group of council staff, contractors and members of the Friends of Le Roys Bush group, looking at progress on the waterfall track and discussing the proposed next stage of work that will get underway next year, from the waterfall track to the carpark.
Photo Credits: Julie Crabb & John Gillon.

1920 days ago

Ideas for creative teens

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project … View more
Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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