Waitakere, Auckland

1404 days ago

Level 5 Bistro Menu Cook

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Level 5 Diploma students planned, developed and designed a menu of contemporary bistro dishes that could be served in an Auckland restaurant. In this assessment, they prepared served two entrees and two mains and one dessert to two of their guests.
We had some exciting dishes like Korean … View more
Our Level 5 Diploma students planned, developed and designed a menu of contemporary bistro dishes that could be served in an Auckland restaurant. In this assessment, they prepared served two entrees and two mains and one dessert to two of their guests.
We had some exciting dishes like Korean fried chicken, Pumpkin soup, Smoky Pork ribs and more...

1404 days ago

Police plea for safe fishing: west coast beaches

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Kumeu police are warning fishermen to exercise caution as the warmer weather lures people to west coast beaches.

The plea follows the death of fisherman Liangpeng Lian who fell into the water while fishing on October 5 near Kauwahaia Island.

The 43-year-old's body was recovered on Muriwai … View more
Kumeu police are warning fishermen to exercise caution as the warmer weather lures people to west coast beaches.

The plea follows the death of fisherman Liangpeng Lian who fell into the water while fishing on October 5 near Kauwahaia Island.

The 43-year-old's body was recovered on Muriwai Beach after it was spotted by a member of the public from a nearby walking track.

Kumeu community constable Dmitry Pantileev said Lian's family members were "absolutely devastated" by the tragedy.

Friends who were with Lian when he fell off the rocks were very upset, he said.

"I don't think they all do fishing any longer. "

Pantileev urged rock fishermen to avoid areas with extreme waves and tides, to take someone with them and to wear a lifejacket.

"It's not 100 per cent protection as the waves can crash you against the rocks and you can still be badly injured," he said.

"At least the jacket can prevent drowning and keep the person afloat until help arrives."

Pantileev reminded parents to keep a close watch over their children at such notorious swimming spots as Muriwai Beach and Bethells Beach.

"Once when I was at Muriwai, the water level came from below the knees to the chest area," he said.

" It was a split second for that wave to arrive.

"For people who can not swim and even for experienced swimmers, you can struggle because of the strong current and waves dragging you off shore to sea, " he said.

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1407 days ago

Poll: Do you think mask wearing in public should be made compulsory?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A student who was infectious with Covid-19 may have lowered the number of people she infected by wearing a mask at work in Auckland's CBD.

The student's decision to mask-up might have mitigated the number of secondary infections, said physicist and disease modeller Professor Shaun Hendy.… View more
A student who was infectious with Covid-19 may have lowered the number of people she infected by wearing a mask at work in Auckland's CBD.

The student's decision to mask-up might have mitigated the number of secondary infections, said physicist and disease modeller Professor Shaun Hendy.

A neighbour of the woman returned a weak positive result on Saturday.

While 5400 tests were done in Auckland alone, no new community cases were revealed.

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Do you think mask wearing in public should be made compulsory?
  • 63.1% Yes
    63.1% Complete
  • 26.8% No
    26.8% Complete
  • 10.1% Undecided- it's too complex
    10.1% Complete
168 votes
1405 days ago

Looking for your next group outing?

Round The Bays

Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your … View more
Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is back for a 49th year on Sunday 28 February 2021 and we’d love to invite you and your whānau, friends or workmates to take part in NZ’s largest fun run and BBQ!

Dust off those organising shoes, gather up the crew, secure your entries, and lock in your Hospitality Package so you’re booked for a fantastic day out

#RTB2021
Find out more

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1405 days ago

Dog walks/Adventures

Michael from Huapai - Kumeu

Dog needing exercise or socialisation why your at work

Contact Hound Dog High Ltd

* all breeds accepted*

beach/forest/urban/dog park adventures.
Toys/water/treats provided.

Contactless pick up drop off services available and all equipment is supplied and is sterilised and cleaned after every … View more
Dog needing exercise or socialisation why your at work

Contact Hound Dog High Ltd

* all breeds accepted*

beach/forest/urban/dog park adventures.
Toys/water/treats provided.

Contactless pick up drop off services available and all equipment is supplied and is sterilised and cleaned after every walk.

$40 for 1 hour
$25 for 30mins

1405 days ago

Massey students reward police

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Students from Massey High School Rotary Interact Group surprised North Shore, Rodney and West Auckland police with these gifts.

They delivered the treats to Constable Sam Yerro to thank officers for keeping people safe in the community.

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1405 days ago

Poll: Should the Rodney Local Board boundaries change?

Danielle Clent Reporter from Nor-west News

Rodney councillor Greg Sayers is pushing for a change to the current Rodney Local Board boundaries in the hope that rural communities will have better political representation.
Read more about this here www.stuff.co.nz...
and let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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Should the Rodney Local Board boundaries change?
  • 75% Yes
    75% Complete
  • 25% No
    25% Complete
  • 0% I will tell you my thoughts in the comments
    0% Complete
4 votes
1406 days ago

We Say, You Say: Supermarket Prices

Neighbourly.co.nz

The government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.

The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated … View more
The government has initiated a review into whether New Zealanders pay too much at the supermarket checkouts.

The Commerce Commission plans to follow a similar approach to that of their investigation into the price of petrol and diesel for land transport, which cost the taxpayer an estimated $2.5 million dollars. Labour promised an investigation into food prices on the election campaign and if unfair practices are found when the Commission's report is released in late 2021, necessary changes will be made.

Do you notice price differences between supermarket chains?

*Please type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the conversations section of your community paper.

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1406 days ago

Celebrate Santa’s arrival at WestCity this weekend

WestCity Waitakere

Join the WestCity Explorers Fern & Nikau this Saturday 21st November & Sunday 22nd November as we celebrate Santa’s arrival. Enjoy a fun filled weekend of Christmas festivities including:

• Meet & take photos with Santa
• Receive a FREE Christmas activity pad with every … View more
Join the WestCity Explorers Fern & Nikau this Saturday 21st November & Sunday 22nd November as we celebrate Santa’s arrival. Enjoy a fun filled weekend of Christmas festivities including:

• Meet & take photos with Santa
• Receive a FREE Christmas activity pad with every Santa photo purchased!
• Christmas craft activities
• Face Painting
• Balloon twisting
• Musical performances
• WestCity Explorers handing out treats

Where: WestCity Waitakere
Level 1, Centre Court
7 Catherine Street, Henderson, Auckland

When: Saturday 21st November & Sunday 22nd November from 10.30am – 2.30pm
Phone: +64 9 978 6700
Learn More

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1406 days ago

Waitakere Kindergarten celebrates 25 years

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Waitakere Kindergarten is going back in time to mark its 25th anniversary.

Many of the preschool's founding students will return to the kindergarten on November 28 to dig up the time capsules they buried as
youngsters.

Now aged in their 30s, the former pupils will pour over the pieces of … View more
Waitakere Kindergarten is going back in time to mark its 25th anniversary.

Many of the preschool's founding students will return to the kindergarten on November 28 to dig up the time capsules they buried as
youngsters.

Now aged in their 30s, the former pupils will pour over the pieces of history they hid 25 years ago.

The time capsules bear letters from their parents, a ribbon from the opening ceremony, newspaper clippings, and photographs.

Families of existing students will also bury time capsules during the anniversary celebration, which starts at 3pm.

Among their treasures will be memoirs about life for preschoolers during the Covid-19 pandemic.

After the ceremony, a Pop-up Op shop will be set up to raise funds for the preschool.

Activities for the children, a sausage sizzle and a bake sale are also planned.

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1406 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords maths and English tuition.

NumberWorks'nWords Henderson

NumberWorks'nWords can help by identifying gaps, explaining your child’s learning style, and providing you with recommendations.

Get in touch to learn how tutoring with NumberWorks'nWords can help your child

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1407 days ago

New World Hobsonville is Open Now!

New World

Your fresh new local supermarket is now open.

Join us for opening specials and giveaways, plus earn free SMEG knives by collecting stickers instore with every $20 you spend.

New World Hobsonville is open 7 days, 7AM – 10PM. Located at 120 Hobsonville Road. See you in store!
Shop Now

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1427 days ago

Poll: Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.

For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?

Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the … View more
It's been 10 years since Auckland's new super-city was formed, forged from eight legacy councils.

For Aucklanders who have lived through the massive overhaul, do you think local government is running more smoothly?

Auckland Council's first year was far from smooth with the Occupy protest, the Rugby World Cup opening night transport debacle, a battle with central government over funding the inner-city rail loop, and a contest of wills over delegating powers to local boards and council-controlled organisations.

Auckland's inaugural super mayor Len Brown hailed it a success.

"Generally 2011 has been a good first year for the council, " Brown said in 2012.

"We've brought the region together... At the same time we have driven $81 million in efficiencies and reduced the inherited 9.3 per cent rates increase down to 3.9 per cent."

The boundaries of the new super city were unveiled in 2010.

Super city Auckland was divided into 13 wards with 21 local boards.

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Auckland's super-city: One decade on: Is local government running more efficiently?
  • 7.1% Yes
    7.1% Complete
  • 92.9% No
    92.9% Complete
1491 votes
1407 days ago

Fraud Awareness Week

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID… View more
This Fraud Awareness Week we are encouraging Kiwis to take a moment to stop and think ‘is this for real?’ when contacted unexpectedly and asked for personal info.

New Zealand Police's Financial Intelligence Unit estimates New Zealanders lose $20-30 million annually to scams.

HOW TO AVOID A SCAM:

+ A genuine bank or organisation will never contact you to ask for your PIN, password or to move money to another account.

+ Never click on a link in an unexpected email or text – you could be giving access to your personal and financial details.

+ Always question uninvited approaches in case it is a scam. Instead, contact the company directly using a known email or phone number.

+ Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic – just because someone knows your basic details (name and address, or mother’s maiden name) it doesn’t mean they are genuine.

+ Don’t be rushed into making a decision or financial transaction on the spot – a genuine bank or trusted organisation would never do this.

+ Listen to your instincts – if something feels wrong then it generally is.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam you can contact Police and report the matter via 105.

For more info on how you can prevent yourself, family and friends from being scammed, visit:

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1407 days ago

Steel Stanley Wood Planes

Marjanna from Henderson

My husband makes wood models. He likes to use old hand tools so is keen to buy steel wood planes. Perhaps you have some out in the shed that belonged to Grandad. It is OK if they are rusty and dirty. Maybe you know someone who has hand tools they want to sell. I have included photos of what my … View moreMy husband makes wood models. He likes to use old hand tools so is keen to buy steel wood planes. Perhaps you have some out in the shed that belonged to Grandad. It is OK if they are rusty and dirty. Maybe you know someone who has hand tools they want to sell. I have included photos of what my husband makes. He sells them and all the proceeds go to charity - Starship, Heart Foundation, Breast Cancer. Thanks

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