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For many, having depression is like walking through mud every day.
Walk in their shoes for a day; put on your gumboots and/or give a gold coin and help provide free counselling to any kid in need.
Last year in New Zealand 137 young people died by suicide and it is estimated another 3500 attempted … View moreFor many, having depression is like walking through mud every day.
Walk in their shoes for a day; put on your gumboots and/or give a gold coin and help provide free counselling to any kid in need.
Last year in New Zealand 137 young people died by suicide and it is estimated another 3500 attempted to take their own lives. While Government agencies are doing their best some kids are stuck waiting up to six months to receive the counselling they so urgently need. To tackle that barrier, 100% of all donations will go directly to the registered health professionals to tee up counselling quickly for kids.
Neighbourly members weighed in on whether Auckland Transport's changes to parking around North Shore Hospital are warranted.
About 82 per cent were against the changes and believed the free street parking gave hospital patrons more options, while 15 per cent believed the changes would improve … View moreNeighbourly members weighed in on whether Auckland Transport's changes to parking around North Shore Hospital are warranted.
About 82 per cent were against the changes and believed the free street parking gave hospital patrons more options, while 15 per cent believed the changes would improve street parking turnover. The other three per cent were undecided.
The Waitematā DHB, which manages North Shore Hospital, said it had no control of street parking arrangements outside its boundaries.
Magazines and newspapers starting to pile up and take over your lounge? Create a handy place to keep them handy and tidy at the same time with this practical magazine rack finished in Resene wood stain and paint. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. … View moreMagazines and newspapers starting to pile up and take over your lounge? Create a handy place to keep them handy and tidy at the same time with this practical magazine rack finished in Resene wood stain and paint. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
Hi neighbours, the Devonport rideshare costs are nearly 200 per cent over budget. Local board member Mike Sheehy told Stuff the trial was a failure and it was financially irresponsible for AT to continue. How do you feel about the trial? Have you used it yet?
Please add NP if you do not wish … View moreHi neighbours, the Devonport rideshare costs are nearly 200 per cent over budget. Local board member Mike Sheehy told Stuff the trial was a failure and it was financially irresponsible for AT to continue. How do you feel about the trial? Have you used it yet?
Please add NP if you do not wish your comment to be in print.
DIY expert Julie Stuart's days are filled with projects – creating flower photo walls, woollen wall …
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If you are interested in acupuncture, Chinese medicine or perhaps wellness and relaxation massage, this is your opportunity to find out more about the courses available at the NZ College of Chinese Medicine.
Come to our Auckland … View moreSecure your future in a rewarding and respected profession!
If you are interested in acupuncture, Chinese medicine or perhaps wellness and relaxation massage, this is your opportunity to find out more about the courses available at the NZ College of Chinese Medicine.
Come to our Auckland Campus OPEN DAY on Thursday 11th of April – enjoy a campus tour, obtain course information and if you wish, have free acupuncture services in our clinic.
(Phone the clinic on 09 969 4328 to make a reservation for treatment between 9am and 12noon - bookings are essential.)
The College is offering significant early payment refunds on Tuition Fees for all courses starting 22 July.
Contact 09 580 2376 for our course information.
Hi neighbours. On April 4, Auckland Transport will implement changes to on-street parks surrounding North Shore Hospital.
Road users will pay $1 per hour to park on Shea Terrace, Mary Poynton Crescent and part of Northcote Road, while other street parks will be time-restricted to two hours (see … View moreHi neighbours. On April 4, Auckland Transport will implement changes to on-street parks surrounding North Shore Hospital.
Road users will pay $1 per hour to park on Shea Terrace, Mary Poynton Crescent and part of Northcote Road, while other street parks will be time-restricted to two hours (see map).
Auckland Transport said the changes will increase parking availability, enable parks to be shared between residents, commuters, hospital patrons and encourage the use of public transport.
We'd like to hear your thoughts: How will this affect you? Do you live on one of these roads? Are you a frequent hospital visitor who relied on free parking? [Please type 'NFP' if your comment is not for publication.]
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Hi everyone!
✨Here are my April class dates. ✨
Come along to an intro class to learn all about doTERRA oils -- what they are, what they are used for, how to use them, how to use them safely and then how to get your own oils if you so wish.
Then come along to a Make and Take class and… View moreHi everyone!
✨Here are my April class dates. ✨
Come along to an intro class to learn all about doTERRA oils -- what they are, what they are used for, how to use them, how to use them safely and then how to get your own oils if you so wish.
Then come along to a Make and Take class and learn how super easy it is to actually make your own natural non-tox cleaning products, skin care products and perfume.
All classes are held at my home in Mairangi Bay and are a lovely casual gathering of like minded people wanting to know how to live a life more natural.
And I always have delicious snacks and teas to end the class! 💝
📝Just to note - the Perfume class is on Easter Friday for those of you that aren't away over Easter or if you are like us, heading off on Saturday.🐰
I look forward to meeting you!
Great news that work on the Island Bay toilets has finished and they have finally been reopened :)
Why were they closed for so long? There had been on-going leaks at the toilets for some time, so the toilet block was closed while investigations were carried out. It was found that the leaks were due… View moreGreat news that work on the Island Bay toilets has finished and they have finally been reopened :)
Why were they closed for so long? There had been on-going leaks at the toilets for some time, so the toilet block was closed while investigations were carried out. It was found that the leaks were due to multiple breaks in the watermain running up alongside Island Bay Road. The decision was made to re-route the watermain away from the trees, however it was discovered that Chorus had a fibre optic cable in the area where the drilling would be carried out. This then required a permit to work near the Chorus cable, a new traffic management plan, and the supervision of a Chorus engineer on site to oversee the work.
Attached are a few photos (supplied) taken during the project.
Consultation has now opened on changes to Auckland Council's "Dog Policy" and "Dog Management Bylaw".
Have Your Say (closes 10 May 2019):
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
While there are a number of positive changes, I have serious concerns about two of the proposed … View moreConsultation has now opened on changes to Auckland Council's "Dog Policy" and "Dog Management Bylaw".
Have Your Say (closes 10 May 2019):
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
While there are a number of positive changes, I have serious concerns about two of the proposed changes due to (i) unintentional changes being introduced, and (ii) the usurping of local boards from setting the rules in our local parks (similar situation to the proposed freedom camping rules).
Off-Leash vs On-Leash Rule:
The existing default rule for all parks is off-leash (under control at all times) with parks listed if dogs must be on-leash. The proposed rule flips this so that all parks are on-leash by default, with parks listed if they are off-leash.
I am concerned that errors will creep in with parks unintentionally switching from off-leash to on-leash if they are missed from the list. In the draft proposal, I identified 13 Kaipatiki parks that had been missed from the list. There are still errors in the proposed list, including incorrect park names and missing parks. I haven’t checked the lists for the 20 other local board areas.
Time & Season Rule:
This is the rule that applies to most beaches across Auckland and allows for different Summer/Winter times. The times and dates vary between local board areas, because most local boards went through a legal hearing process a few years ago to determine the rules that local communities were happy with. It is not a problem that there are different rules at different beaches, as long as those rules are signposted and online. After all, Local Boards were created to reflect local variation of our communities.
BUT Council is now proposing to undermine local boards and synchronise the time & season rules across Auckland. The proposal is to change the rules so that dogs are only allowed on beaches before 10am and after 7pm, from Saturday of Labour Weekend until 31 March (Summer rules).
* For Devonport-Takapuna beaches (inc Takapuna Beach, Milford Beach, etc), this would mean that dogs will be banned from beaches for 30mins more each evening (allowed from 7pm instead of 6:30pm).
* For Hibiscus & Bays beaches (inc Orewa Beach, Browns Bay Beach, Stanmore Bay Beach, etc) this would mean that dogs are banned during the day for one extra month (as they are currently allowed on beaches during the day from 1 March) and banned for 2 hours more each evening (allowed from 7pm instead of 5pm).
* For Kaipatiki beaches, this would mean that dogs must be on-leash during the day for one extra month and on-leash for 30mins more each evening (allowed off-leash from 7pm instead of 6:30pm).HOWEVER, after George Wood, Julia Parfitt and I presented a number of concerns to the Regulatory Committee last month on behalf of the North Shore local boards, an option has been included in the consultation to allow local boards to have local variations. This would allow local boards to choose between the default rules or have their own rules, but this will require submissions in support of it.
Have Your Say (closes 10 May 2019):
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
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