Westgate, Auckland

1513 days ago

Primary school at centre of former lockdown holds fundraiser

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The Massey primary school that has been placed into lockdown twice this year is holding a bike-a-thon.

The students from Lincoln Heights School in Keegan Drive are pedalling non-stop today to raise funds for a new playground.

Police advised the school to go into lockdown around midday on Monday … View more
The Massey primary school that has been placed into lockdown twice this year is holding a bike-a-thon.

The students from Lincoln Heights School in Keegan Drive are pedalling non-stop today to raise funds for a new playground.

Police advised the school to go into lockdown around midday on Monday after a firearm incident in the street.

This marked the second time this year the school had been placed into lockdown.

It was locked down in July after the shooting of Constable Matthew Hunt, which happened only a few hundred metres away.

School teachers and parents kicked off the first leg of the bike-a-thon yesterday afternoon and braved stormy weather to ride all night.

"After all the bad press about the neighbourhood recently, it would be great to show that despite a few bad eggs Massey is a great place to live," said event and marketing co-ordinator Rebecca Hochuli.

"We have had two covid lockdowns and 2 police lockdowns yet we are still rallying together to fundraise for your children to have a new playground."

Included in the fundraiser were food stalls, players from the Samoan rugby team, a Halloween disco and book fair.

The school's fundraising target is $15000 and $9000 had already been raised this morning, said deputy principal Toby Kite.

"I am immensely proud of our staff who biked through the night and were still smiling and laughing in the morning, and thankful to our parents who have supported this fundraising effort in so many ways," he said.

Image
1513 days ago

Reach Out 🤝 Look Out 👀 Help Out 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To find your nearest Neighbourhood Support or to get in touch about setting up a new one, go to:

Image
1513 days ago

Recycle a school desk

Resene ColorShop Westgate

Make homework fun by transforming an old school desk into a bright and appealing workstation using your children’s favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

Image
1516 days ago

Yellow swan turns heads in Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The Birds Auckland group has been driving past regularly to check on the male swan that was shot with a crossbow in Auckland's Western Springs.

The group painted the bird's head yellow so they can watch over its welfare.

The swan was earlier reunited with its partner and cygnet after a… View more
The Birds Auckland group has been driving past regularly to check on the male swan that was shot with a crossbow in Auckland's Western Springs.

The group painted the bird's head yellow so they can watch over its welfare.

The swan was earlier reunited with its partner and cygnet after a crossbow bolt was removed from its chest and the animal was treated with antibiotics.

If you notice any future problems with the swan, phone Birds Auckland on 09 256 7300

Image
1516 days ago

🎇Please spare a thought for all of the animals🎇

Fiona from Henderson

Please think of the animals - they really suffer each and every year.
It doesn't help that there are some miscreants out there who will torment the animals with his stash of fireworks.
If you see ANYONE doing this or being irresponsible - report them to the police. Try and take photos or a … View more
Please think of the animals - they really suffer each and every year.
It doesn't help that there are some miscreants out there who will torment the animals with his stash of fireworks.
If you see ANYONE doing this or being irresponsible - report them to the police. Try and take photos or a video as proof.
Do you need to be firing all of your fireworks weeks or days in advance?
NO you don't!!
Do you need to be throwing them all over the place, just for ghits & shiggles?
NO - no one is laughing!!
I love a great fireworks display just as much as the next person, but it has now come time that there should only be professionally controlled fireworks displays now.
The recklessness and lack of consideration has become a thousand times worse of the last few years and the horrendously deafening noise from some of them - holy moly!!!

Image
1521 days ago

Pōhutukawa vandalism: Allegations among Karaka residents - was it an inside job?

Reporter Auckland Stuff

A series of accusatory hand-written notes have been delivered to residents of Harbourside Drive following Sunday’s vandalism of several trees.

Locals are feeling “absolutely disgusted” at the suggestion that they are behind the incident, which involved a vandal felling eight street … View more
A series of accusatory hand-written notes have been delivered to residents of Harbourside Drive following Sunday’s vandalism of several trees.

Locals are feeling “absolutely disgusted” at the suggestion that they are behind the incident, which involved a vandal felling eight street pōhutukawa trees with a chainsaw.

Paul and Sue Wilson, who have lived on the road for over 10 years, arrived home on Monday from a trip to Waiheke Island to find a line of felled trees and a curt hand-written note in their letterbox.

Image
1514 days ago

High winds on Harbour Bridge and trains cancelled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Aucklanders are advised to expect potential disruptions as Metservice reports high winds on the Harbour Bridge. Trains on the Eastern and Western lines have also been cancelled. Delays are expected, with felled trees, power disruptions and heavy rain experienced city-wide.

Here's what you … View more
Aucklanders are advised to expect potential disruptions as Metservice reports high winds on the Harbour Bridge. Trains on the Eastern and Western lines have also been cancelled. Delays are expected, with felled trees, power disruptions and heavy rain experienced city-wide.

Here's what you need to know:
- North-easterly winds are being recorded in Auckland, with Metservice forecasting winds up to 110km/h between 2pm and 4pm in the bridge area.
- Waka Kotahi (NZTA) have introduced speed restrictions on the Harbour Bridge.
- Drivers of heavy vehicles and motorcyclists are advised to travel via the Western Ring Route (State Highways 16 and 18).

Stay up to date with the latest road closures and disruptions by heading to Waka Kotahi's (NZTA) journey planner. You can find an alternative public transport route by using the AT Journey Planner.

Image
1515 days ago

Venerdi HQ Shop now open!

Venerdi

Introducing to you, the home of the Venerdi Organic Sourdough, the Venerdi HQ Shop! A place for you to get all of your favourite Venerdi products just metres away from the ovens they're baked in, right here in Kelston.

The Venerdi gluten free bread range that you know and love is now … View more
Introducing to you, the home of the Venerdi Organic Sourdough, the Venerdi HQ Shop! A place for you to get all of your favourite Venerdi products just metres away from the ovens they're baked in, right here in Kelston.

The Venerdi gluten free bread range that you know and love is now available in store as well as a variety of frozen goods. Plus, the Venerdi HQ Shop will give you the option to purchase our products unpackaged and plastic-free for the very first time!

We’ve always had a desire to be as close to our customers as possible. Now our doors are well and truly open we’d love to have you visit!

Open Monday - Friday
10am - 6pm
31H Cartwright Road, Kelston, Auckland
( Just look for the bright blue signage – you can’t miss it! )
Find out more

1516 days ago

Poll: Are you in favour with Grant Robertson becoming the new deputy prime minister?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has revealed her new Cabinet lineup.

Grant Robertson will take on the role of deputy prime minister in the new Labour-led Government.

Image
Are you in favour with Grant Robertson becoming the new deputy prime minister?
  • 80.2% Yes
    80.2% Complete
  • 19.8% No
    19.8% Complete
872 votes
1515 days ago

Neighbourly 101: Information for service providers

Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business … View more
Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business easy to find for Neighbours in our Business Directory. To get yourself business ready, follow these steps below:

- Head to our business directory by clicking ‘Businesses’ button at the top of your noticeboard.
- Click ‘Become Premium Business' (you can find this at the categories section).
- Have a browse! You can read all of our info and make a decision on whether your service will be more suited to a Premium Business Profile or a free profile.
- Follow all the steps in the sign-up process and you’re good to go.

Image
1515 days ago

TOP TEN TIPS TO KEEP YOUR PETS HAPPY DURING THE FIREWORKS SEASON

Sheralee from Te Atatu Peninsula

TOP TEN TIPS TO KEEP YOUR PETS HAPPY DURING THE FIREWORKS SEASON
1. Provide a den or hiding place for your pet.

2. Use an ADAPTIL or FELIWAY Diffusers as close to the den or hiding place as possible, or where your pet spends most of its time.

3. Keep dogs and cats inside during fireworks and … View more
TOP TEN TIPS TO KEEP YOUR PETS HAPPY DURING THE FIREWORKS SEASON
1. Provide a den or hiding place for your pet.

2. Use an ADAPTIL or FELIWAY Diffusers as close to the den or hiding place as possible, or where your pet spends most of its time.

3. Keep dogs and cats inside during fireworks and check that their microchip is up to date.

4. Walk your dog early in the evening or morning before fireworks start.

5. Ensure windows, doors and cat flaps remain closed during firework season to both prevent pets escaping and reduce the noise.

6. Ensure you cats have access to enough litter trays during firework season especially if you're keeping them inside.

7. Provide distractions, in the form of new toys and chews. Draw curtains and put the TV on to mask any noise.

8. DO NOT punish your pet! This will only make your pet more distressed.

9. Try not to leave your pets alone when fireworks are going off.

10. Continue to use ADAPTIL or FELIWAY after the party or fireworks season ends.

FELIWAY - for Cats from Vet or online: www.feliway.co.nz...

ADAPTIL - for Dogs from Vet or online: www.adaptil.co.nz...

1516 days ago

Make sure you’ve bin collected

The Team from Auckland Council

Place your rubbish and recycling bin clear of vehicles and other obstacles on the kerbside by 7am.

• Write your address on the front of the tag, in the allocated space available to help prevent the bin tag from being tampered with.
• Attach a bin tag to your rubbish bin and … View more
Place your rubbish and recycling bin clear of vehicles and other obstacles on the kerbside by 7am.

• Write your address on the front of the tag, in the allocated space available to help prevent the bin tag from being tampered with.
• Attach a bin tag to your rubbish bin and place it at the kerbside to ensure it is collected.
• Place your bins out by 7am.
• Face the bins outwards from the kerbside, with your bin tag attached to the left handle of your rubbish bin only.
Find out more

Image
1516 days ago

Join us for our Open Day!

Pets in the City

Hi Neighbours - Its Layamon, Laura, and the team here from Pets In The City Silverdale. We're opening our doors to the public for the first time from 11 am to 2 pm on Sunday 8 November, to give you the unique opportunity to explore our brand-new doggie day-care!

Come and meet your local … View more
Hi Neighbours - Its Layamon, Laura, and the team here from Pets In The City Silverdale. We're opening our doors to the public for the first time from 11 am to 2 pm on Sunday 8 November, to give you the unique opportunity to explore our brand-new doggie day-care!

Come and meet your local Pets In The City Team - at 32 Anvil Road, Silverdale. Take a tour, enjoy our free sausage sizzle, and bring the kids along for some fun activities. If you love what you see and decide to book your four legged best friend in for an assessment, you will go in the draw to win a five-day day-care concession card. We can’t wait to see you there.

Layamon and Laura
Pets In The City Silverdale
Visit us online

Image
1516 days ago

Quote for the week

NumberWorks'nWords NorthWest

You truly can achieve anything. If you want something bad enough, there’s nothing to stop you from achieving it.

Image
S
1516 days ago

Painter and gib stopper

Sharon from Te Atatu Peninsula

Can anyone recommend a painter and gib stopper for small jobs in my unit?

Negotiable

Top