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Fears for the welfare of child pedestrians have grown from a boost in housing development around Walters Rd, Papakura.
More children are reportedly walking in the area prompting concerns about their safety.
The Papakura local board has called on Auckland Transport to investigate improving … View moreFears for the welfare of child pedestrians have grown from a boost in housing development around Walters Rd, Papakura.
More children are reportedly walking in the area prompting concerns about their safety.
The Papakura local board has called on Auckland Transport to investigate improving conditions near Pulman Park and neighbouring Kauri Flats School, a new school boasting nearly 300 students.
Board chair Brent Catchpole said there are a number of areas where driver behaviour is not as good as it should be, and that’s particularly concerning near major parks and schools.
Many people will tell you speeding is common, he said.
"Children are among our most vulnerable community members and they are entitled to our protection.
“If that means we have to get the police there to enforce things, and ask Auckland Transport to put in more permanent measures, we can’t shy away from that.”
The board has asked the agency to develop a concept plan for Walters Rd addressing health and safety issues for people, particularly children, trying to cross the road.
The board petitioned for a pedestrian crossing on Walters Rd outside Kauri Flats School and a 40kmh school zone speed limit.
It requested a slip road outside the athletic throwing net at Pulman Park, aligning crossing points with park entrances, creating defined twin lane exits at all points from the park, and urged AT to ensure all stakeholders are involved in any plan.
Papakura was not the only area of concern.
The board has also asked Auckland Transport to lower speed limits between Hingaia Bridge and the motorway, and at Harbourside Drive and its side roads due to increased housing development in the area.
Are you worried about safety for pedestrians in your neighbourhood?
Which roads could do with improvements?
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Looking for something fun to do with the children these school holidays?
Step back in time 70 million years in Manurewa, south Auckland, to an age when dinosaurs roamed the earth.
Meet Toru, the life-size Triceratops, plus Rexy and Diablo the two-legged meat-eating dinosaurs, plus cute baby … View moreLooking for something fun to do with the children these school holidays?
Step back in time 70 million years in Manurewa, south Auckland, to an age when dinosaurs roamed the earth.
Meet Toru, the life-size Triceratops, plus Rexy and Diablo the two-legged meat-eating dinosaurs, plus cute baby dinosaurs and 'Big Herb' the plant-eating titanosaur at the Auckland Botanic Gardens this month.
The DinoFest show runs until January 17 with free entry for children aged under two years.
The family friendly event features a dinosaur encounter, children's activities and a dinosaur trail with a life-size T-Rex.
A special guest dinosaur will make her debut.
You can learn about the prehistoric ferns, cycads and conifer trees whose descendants still grow in the gardens today.
Go to eventfinda.co.nz/2021/dinofest-auckland/auckland/manurewa
or facebook.com/events/734553183836084 for more information.
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?
A yucca tree, about 2.5m height.
Its been pulled out from the ground as on the picture.
Pick up from Randwick Park, Manurewa.
Its also being posted on trademe $1 Buy now.
www.trademe.co.nz...
If you want it, please kindly "buy" it from trade me. Though you don't have to pay … View moreA yucca tree, about 2.5m height.
Its been pulled out from the ground as on the picture.
Pick up from Randwick Park, Manurewa.
Its also being posted on trademe $1 Buy now.
www.trademe.co.nz...
If you want it, please kindly "buy" it from trade me. Though you don't have to pay anything to me.
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
Universal Auto Parts are back in business and as a local wrecker, we are happy to provide you with the best cash offer for your unused cars. Nationwide Pickup. Call today 0800 500 001.
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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:
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