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On Thursday I took the 4 grandchildren for a walk through the Centennial Bush only to find a notice at the lower entrance that Council were Spraying with Herbicides!!!!! We left quickly .. I do not wish to have my Grandchildren exposed to dangerous Herbicides!!!
Why are the Council spraying … View moreOn Thursday I took the 4 grandchildren for a walk through the Centennial Bush only to find a notice at the lower entrance that Council were Spraying with Herbicides!!!!! We left quickly .. I do not wish to have my Grandchildren exposed to dangerous Herbicides!!!
Why are the Council spraying within this beautiful park and native bush.... the only place we can go for some relief from the "soup" of pollution out in the world we live in!!
I thought this was a safe sanctuary to go to help our bodies breathe in the fresh oxygen and lovely energy from all the trees and enjoy the bird song!!
Surely the council could arrange and pay for people to constantly go through the bush weeding and clearing!!.
And the Council in its wisdom decides to spray during school holidays when families are out and about in our neighbourhoods!
How long does this poison lay around and poison our dogs and children??? This is insane to spray in this beautiful park and bush.
Info on Herbicides. When inhaled, many herbicides can cause serious damage and irritation to the respiratory tract. The nose, throat, lungs and sinuses may be affected, causing either temporary symptoms or permanent structural damage. www.bing.com...
The Dangers of Herbicides
The dangers of these chemicals can be far reaching beyond any acute symptoms of initial exposure. Unfortunately, the price paid to eliminate undesirable plant-life can come at the cost of your health. It may take years of exposure to these chemicals before you develop symptoms but when these symptoms manifest, they can be devastating.
Toxic herbicides can cause damage to your reproductive system, nervous system, increase your risk of cancer, and irreparably harm your liver and kidneys. Because these effects are not always immediate and the symptoms themselves aren’t noticed until there is great damage done, the dangers of herbicides should not be dismissed lightly.
These chemicals can also affect the health of your unborn child, increasing risks of miscarriage and birth defects. darbi.org...
Herbicides are used to kill weeds and other undesirable plants. There are many different types of herbicides, all of which can be dangerous to humans or the environment if used irresponsibly. Paraquat, atrazine and Agent Orange are among the most well-known herbicides, but there are many others. Herbicides may cause harm by acute poisoning or long-term, cumulative exposure, with side effects ranging from mild to deadly. Understanding the side effects of herbicides can help to prevent unnecessary harm if you are exposed to these substances. >From healthfully.com...
When are we going to learn to stop putting poisons into the atmosphere and into the earth!! Exposure to herbicides are not as harmless as the producers of these chemicals would like you to believe. Some of the most commonly used ingredients in herbicides have been linked to significant health risks.
Take care all.
One of the first girl guide units to be formed in Auckland is gearing up for its centenary.
The 1st Auckland Cavell Girl Guide Unit turns 100 in July and is seeking old girls to join the celebrations.
A social afternoon is planned for July 3, kicking off at 2pm with past guiding activities such … View moreOne of the first girl guide units to be formed in Auckland is gearing up for its centenary.
The 1st Auckland Cavell Girl Guide Unit turns 100 in July and is seeking old girls to join the celebrations.
A social afternoon is planned for July 3, kicking off at 2pm with past guiding activities such as knot tying and marking arm slings.
Guests will be treated to afternoon tea and a birthday cake before photographs are taken of the girls.
The day will end with a singalong around the campfire.
The next day, a church parade will march through St Andrews Church, Epsom, where the unit has been meeting since 1921.
Parishioners are invited to a morning tea after the procession.
The unit, initially known as the St Andrew's Peace Scout Group, is believed to be the first guide company which has kept going since it was launched.
It all started when eighteen-year-old Mona Burgin wrote to the Dominion chief scout Colonel Cosgrove, a New Zealand Boer War veteran, asking about Girl Peace Scouts.
He arranged to meet her in Queen St, Auckland and wrote she would recognize him by the red flower in his buttonhole.
Soon after the meeting Burgin formed the troop on July 6.
Girl Peace Scouts wore khaki uniforms and the St Andrews troop wore a red open-ended tie.
In 1923, the Dominion Council became affiliated with the original Girls Guides Association in London.
*Former unit members can email cavellgirlguidesnz@gmail.com for details of the centenary.
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Gathering shellfish in Auckland's Cockle Bay is no longer permitted, as a year-round ban on collection comes into force tomorrow.
Fisheries New Zealand enforced the closure after research showed a significant drop in the number of large cockle in the area.
In a statement, Fisheries New … View moreGathering shellfish in Auckland's Cockle Bay is no longer permitted, as a year-round ban on collection comes into force tomorrow.
Fisheries New Zealand enforced the closure after research showed a significant drop in the number of large cockle in the area.
In a statement, Fisheries New Zealand's manager inshore fisheries north, Jacob Hore, said that this ban was in place to help the population recover and will be reviewed after a period of three years.
"We use the best available science and information to determine if changes are required to management settings to ensure our fisheries remain sustainable. This information, along with feedback through public consultation, shaped our advice to the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries on his decision to implement a full year-round closure at Cockle Bay/Tuwakamana," he said.
What you need to know:
- There is a ban on gathering any intertidal shellfish including cockles, green lipped mussels, oysters, crabs, limpets, starfish, periwinkles, whelks, barnacles, and snails.
- Signs have been updated and fisheries officers will be regularly patrolling the area.
- The closure will be reviewed after three years.
Fisheries NZ is encouraging beach-goers who see any suspicious activity to report it to 0800 4 POACHER (0800 47 62 24)
Greenvalley Resthome have invited families with babies, toddlers and pre schoolers to share time with the residents.
This is a wonderful way for babies, toddlers and pre schoolers to meet and interact with the older generation.
Morning tea will be provided for parents and caregivers.
Tuesday … View moreGreenvalley Resthome have invited families with babies, toddlers and pre schoolers to share time with the residents.
This is a wonderful way for babies, toddlers and pre schoolers to meet and interact with the older generation.
Morning tea will be provided for parents and caregivers.
Tuesday 4th of May
10am - 11am
RSVP to Sarah on 021870494 or email
sarah.gracie-compain@plunket.org.nz
GREENVALLEY LODGE – OCEANIA HEALTHCARE
4/10 Greenvalley Rise,
Glenfield
Hello lovely neighbors,
I'm reaching out to you because my daughter has started a fundraise for upgrading the school play ground.
Here's her fundraise link
givealittle.co.nz...
If you could support my daughter by making a small donation , I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks.… View moreHello lovely neighbors,
I'm reaching out to you because my daughter has started a fundraise for upgrading the school play ground.
Here's her fundraise link
givealittle.co.nz...
If you could support my daughter by making a small donation , I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks.
Sithum.
Hi Auckland,
What are your water-saving hacks?
Water restrictions for the city are to remain in place until August, and similar bans on water use may return next summer.
Watercare is set to ask council to remove restrictions on outdoor water use, if rain forecasts, the state of the … View moreHi Auckland,
What are your water-saving hacks?
Water restrictions for the city are to remain in place until August, and similar bans on water use may return next summer.
Watercare is set to ask council to remove restrictions on outdoor water use, if rain forecasts, the state of the region’s storage lakes, and a new supply boost all eventuate as hoped.
Watercare said Aucklanders had significantly cut water use, and the biggest supply boost – another 50 million litres a day from the Waikato River – should be available from August.
Presently, Auckland's dams are 51.4 per cent full compared with an average of 76.6, and Auckland's water usage is more than 10 per cent lower than Watercare had estimated.
Share your saving tips below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments used in your local community paper.
Wednesday the 2nd of June, 2021
The Plunket Hub
8 Constellation Drive, Rosedale
9.30am - 11.30am
Come and join this fun and interactive workshop with Clinical Psychologist, Dr Missy Wolfman, from EmpowerMums.
We will cover 3 core skills for you to thrive in motherhood: mindfulness, … View moreWednesday the 2nd of June, 2021
The Plunket Hub
8 Constellation Drive, Rosedale
9.30am - 11.30am
Come and join this fun and interactive workshop with Clinical Psychologist, Dr Missy Wolfman, from EmpowerMums.
We will cover 3 core skills for you to thrive in motherhood: mindfulness, self-compassion and gratitude. All the skills are practical and designed for busy mums in mind. Take the time to invest and nurture in yourself. Not only will you reap the rewards but your family will too.
It is a baby friendly event, and there will be a playmat and toys for the little ones. You will receive a handout summarising all the skills and strategies covered in the workshop. Only very limited spaces available so book your spot today!
Dr Missy Wolfman is a Clinical Psychologist and a mother of twin girls. She is passionate about supporting and teaching mums strategies and skills that will help them thrive in their mothering journey. She has taught mindfulness to kids, teenagers, and adults both individually and in groups. Missy is the founder of EmpowerMums - a business focused on supporting mum's mental wellness. Check out www.empowermums.co.nz... or find her on facebook @EmpowerMumsNZ
EmpowerMums is all about empowering Mums like you and others in the community.
For every ticket purchased, $5 will be donated to EmpowerMum's charity of the month. For this event, $5 of every ticket purchased will be donated to Plunket. Plunket has been providing a range of free health services for children under the age of 5 years old since 1907!
Here are some feedback from happy mamas:
"Informative, relatable and interactive. Welcoming with the right level and amount of content" Penny Elliott
"Very empowering! Definitely understand the name. I found it very beneficial and felt less stressed and more positive. I loved the mindfulness exercises, and how they can fit into everyday life" Nicole Franklin
"Relaxed, informative, fantastic, much needed for mums" Amy Willoughby
"A great overview full of great examples and tips for mums at all stages of motherhood" Jane Henderson
Between the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often forget to take proper rest. Did you know that quality sleep is directly proportional to your productivity level? Click the 'read more' button below and find out how sleep affects your productivity...
Long-Sleeve men's shirting collection recently arrived at our Red Cross Shop, 18 Link Drive, Wairau Park, Auckland.
Grab your one fast!
2-bed brick & tile unit for sale in the prime location of Mairangi Bay
Open Home Saturday & Sunday 2:15 to 3:00pm (or by appointment, call me)
* very well presented
* modern kitchen and bathroom
* peek of the sea
* walk to the beach
* close to Mairangi Bay village, eateries, shops and beach… View more2-bed brick & tile unit for sale in the prime location of Mairangi Bay
Open Home Saturday & Sunday 2:15 to 3:00pm (or by appointment, call me)
* very well presented
* modern kitchen and bathroom
* peek of the sea
* walk to the beach
* close to Mairangi Bay village, eateries, shops and beach
* for sale by Auction on 6 May 2021 (unless sold prior)
Link to property description and video: www.barfoot.co.nz...
6/1 Hythe Terrace, Mairangi Bay
A new eastbound off-ramp from state highway 18 has opened at Paul Matthews Rd on Tuesday.
All east bound traffic will now drive through a new intersection at the road.
Under the new layout, drivers have to turn right at new traffic lights on the off-ramp to head to Unsworth Heights, state … View moreA new eastbound off-ramp from state highway 18 has opened at Paul Matthews Rd on Tuesday.
All east bound traffic will now drive through a new intersection at the road.
Under the new layout, drivers have to turn right at new traffic lights on the off-ramp to head to Unsworth Heights, state highway 1 at Constellation Drive or to East Coast Bays.
"This is a significant change to how people move around and as expected, we have seen queues on the off-ramp during the morning peak as everyone gets used to the new road layout," said Waka Kotahi national manager of infrastructure delivery Andy Thackwray.
“We’re advising that delays during peak hours will likely continue while people adjust to these changes and we’re asking people to plan ahead and allow extra time to travel.”
The transport agency has encouraged drivers to avoid state highway 18 and use alternative routes where possible as they get used to the changes.
People travelling from west Auckland to the city can use state highway 16 instead.
The number of vehicles using the off-ramp will decrease when the northbound connection between state highway 18 and state highway 1 opens in about 18 months, Waka Kotahi said.
The change in layout paves the way for construction of the new motorway lanes and shared paths, the agency said.
A transport upgrade will see the Northern Busway extended from Constellation to Albany Station.
It includes a new motorway connection between state highway 1 and state highway 18 and will access the western ring route, along with travel to Auckland International Airport.
It will deliver more than 7 km of walking and cycling paths, road and park connections.
Work is expected to be completed by the end of 2022.
Go to Auckland Northern Corridor project page or phone 0800 624 776 for more information.
Hi All,
Bring your broken items for repair.
Sit with one of our amazing volunteers while they repair and show you how to repair your broken items.
Enjoy a hot drink at the same time.
This is also a great opportunity to meet Vanushi Walters - MP for Upper Harbour.
See Saturday between 10 and … View moreHi All,
Bring your broken items for repair.
Sit with one of our amazing volunteers while they repair and show you how to repair your broken items.
Enjoy a hot drink at the same time.
This is also a great opportunity to meet Vanushi Walters - MP for Upper Harbour.
See Saturday between 10 and midday.
World War 2 veteran Bruce Powell is still driving at 102.
The old soldier survived serving six years in the British army and narrowly missed the World War 2 battle of Dunkirk in 1940 because he contracted meningitis.
Read more below:
www.stuff.co.nz...
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