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1451 days ago

Celebrate the festive season!

The Team from Auckland Council

Join us to celebrate the festive season at our annual Christmas family event where you can enjoy entertainment, lighting of the tree and a visit from Santa! Brought to you by the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board, providing events that bring our diverse community together.

This is a smokefree,… View more
Join us to celebrate the festive season at our annual Christmas family event where you can enjoy entertainment, lighting of the tree and a visit from Santa! Brought to you by the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board, providing events that bring our diverse community together.

This is a smokefree, zero-waste, alcohol-free event.
Learn more

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1452 days ago

Auckland promised a lot to its south, now it's time to deliver

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Making a big difference to lives in the south was a top priority in Auckland's 2012 visionary plan. Despite hard work on the ground, is the promise fulfilled? Read the story below:

1451 days ago

Weather warning for Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Auckland residents, it's time to batten down the hatches.

The MetService is warning of severe thunderstorms for Auckland over the course of the day.

Share your wild weather photographs here.

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1451 days ago

Now you can book your FREE cervical smear test appointment online with Well Women and Family Trust

The Team from Well Women and Family Trust: Cervical Smear Test clinic

Routine Cervical Screening is your best protection against Cervical Cancer. Please check the video to know why it is so important to look after your cervix
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Well Women and Family Trust offer a FREE cervical smear test with nurse consultation (eligibility criteria apply).
* We … View more
Routine Cervical Screening is your best protection against Cervical Cancer. Please check the video to know why it is so important to look after your cervix
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Well Women and Family Trust offer a FREE cervical smear test with nurse consultation (eligibility criteria apply).
* We run late evening and Saturday clinics (must make an appointment)
* Parking available
* You are welcome to bring a support person
* Language assistance provided

Book your cervical smear test appointment online now www.wons.org.nz...
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Talk with us: 098467886

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1452 days ago

Poll: Do you think Covid-19 vaccinations should be compulsory for passengers on international flights?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca will start producing hundreds of millions of doses of its new coronavirus vaccine by Christmas after Oxford University researchers revealed a scientific breakthrough with the possibility to terminate the pandemic.

The vaccine was on average 70 per cent effective in… View more
Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca will start producing hundreds of millions of doses of its new coronavirus vaccine by Christmas after Oxford University researchers revealed a scientific breakthrough with the possibility to terminate the pandemic.

The vaccine was on average 70 per cent effective in foiling the disease, according to results from phase three trials.

It’s unknown yet whether New Zealand was in the line for this vaccine.

But New Zealand has already signed two agreements for other vaccines- the Pfizer and BioNTech vaccine along with the vaccine from Janssen Pharmaceutica.

Qantas chief executive officer Alan Joyce on Monday night said vaccination would be mandatory for passengers.

“We are looking at changing our terms and conditions to say that for international travellers, we will ask people to have a vaccination before they can get on the aircraft,” he said.

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Do you think Covid-19 vaccinations should be compulsory for passengers on international flights?
  • 65.7% Yes
    65.7% Complete
  • 21% No
    21% Complete
  • 13.3% Undecided. It's too complex.
    13.3% Complete
210 votes
1451 days ago

List of locations published for positive Covid-19 case

Neighbourly.co.nz

Auckland shoppers are asked to watch for Covid-19 symptoms after the Auckland Regional Public Health Service released a list of shops where a positive case visited.

The Air New Zealand staffer tested positive for Covid-19 on arrival to Shanghai on Sunday. The staffer and their colleagues are due… View more
Auckland shoppers are asked to watch for Covid-19 symptoms after the Auckland Regional Public Health Service released a list of shops where a positive case visited.

The Air New Zealand staffer tested positive for Covid-19 on arrival to Shanghai on Sunday. The staffer and their colleagues are due to return to Auckland on November 25 after they were instructed to return to New Zealand.

The list of locations visited on Friday, November 20 are:
- BP Connect, Mangere, between 9.28am and 9.35am
- Resene, Mt Roskill between 11.45am and 12.15pm
- Countdown, Papatoetoe between 2.45pm and 2.51pm
- New World, Papatoetoe between 7.29pm – 7.43pm

The list of locations visited on Saturday, November 21 are:
- The Pharmacy at Countdown Greenlane between 12.34pm and 12.42pm
- Animates, Manukau between 1.20pm and 2.11pm

Anyone who has visited these locations between the above times is urged to remain vigilant and get a test and isolate if symptoms start to develop.

You can keep up to date with the latest developments at Stuff.co.nz

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1457 days ago

It's time to mask up on public transport

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Morning neighbours,

Face coverings are now mandatory on all Auckland buses, trains, and ferries.

Post some selfies donning your favourite masks here! :)

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1459 days ago

Living history at Alberton...a few places still available for this Sunday's sewing workshop!!!

Rendell McIntosh from Alberton

Traditional skills of crochet and hand-crank machine sewing were back in action and in full force in the ballroom at Alberton on Sunday!

What a treat to have heritage sewing and textile experts Gracie Matthews (and her ten antique Singer babies - all with names and personalities of their own) … View more
Traditional skills of crochet and hand-crank machine sewing were back in action and in full force in the ballroom at Alberton on Sunday!

What a treat to have heritage sewing and textile experts Gracie Matthews (and her ten antique Singer babies - all with names and personalities of their own) guiding visitors though the sewing process and Megan Mills teaching crochet with 'granny squares'.

Two of each workshops were held in the morning and afternoon, with a spot of tea & scones enjoyed by everyone on the sunny verandah overlooking the garden. Scroll through the photos to get a glimpse of the day.

Due to popular demand and highly limited places, a second crafty day has been scheduled on Sunday 29 November! Crochet classes now booked out but there are still places for the sewing workshop at 10:30 and a 2nd at 1:30pm will be scheduled if there is enough interest.Tickets $60. Contact alberton@heritage.org.nz or (09) 8467367

1457 days ago

Mindfulness Meditation

Ali Cowan from Meditation NZ

Saturday Nov 21st,11am Ferndale House, 830 New North Rd, Mt Albert

Learn calming and relaxing techniques through breathing exercises, visualizations and guided relaxation meditations to help ease your stress and enable you to take a break from the endless chatter of the mind.
Free....(donations… View more
Saturday Nov 21st,11am Ferndale House, 830 New North Rd, Mt Albert

Learn calming and relaxing techniques through breathing exercises, visualizations and guided relaxation meditations to help ease your stress and enable you to take a break from the endless chatter of the mind.
Free....(donations gratefully accepted). All welcome.

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1452 days ago

Anyone can be Nymbl

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get … View more
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to fallsfree.co.nz and follow the easy instructions.
Learn more

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1479 days ago

Free Dog Training Opportunity

Eliza from Mount Albert

Hi all,
I thought this might interest a dog owner out there, who has to leave their dog at home during the day.
I am looking to do the Unitec 1 year course for Canine Behavior and Training next year, with the aim of going into dog training in the future, which is a passion of mine. I don't … View more
Hi all,
I thought this might interest a dog owner out there, who has to leave their dog at home during the day.
I am looking to do the Unitec 1 year course for Canine Behavior and Training next year, with the aim of going into dog training in the future, which is a passion of mine. I don't currently own a dog, and need one to complete the course. It involves bringing a dog twice a week during the day, where I will be learning and applying training techniques. The campus is in Mt Albert.

Would anyone be interested in me taking their dog to my course twice a week next year. It would basically be free training and daytime entertainment for your dog, so should be mutually beneficial! The dog must be between 1.5 - 7 years old and ideally live near Mt Albert or Pt Chev (so I could collect and return on the 2 days). Dog must also be vaccinated, and spayed/neutered is ideal.

Please comment or flick me a message if interested.

Thanks very much,
Eliza.

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1452 days ago

Do you have a dream to open your own food business?

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Join our expert Celia Hay to learn about how to start turning your dream into reality and understand better how to work through the requirements and key information regarding the setup of food business.
Online Session: Thursday, 10 December from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.

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1452 days ago

Te Moana Glow Show Coming to TAPAC Say 28 Nov

Cinna Smith from TAPAC The Auckland Performing Arts Centre

Illuminate kids’ hearts and minds with this magical giant-scale glow-in-the-dark puppet show! Go under the sea with a courageous Kina on her journey of discovery across the Pacific Ocean to Aotearoa...

It’s a delightful story of our kai moana and the whakatauki ‘He waka eke noa. We are all … View more
Illuminate kids’ hearts and minds with this magical giant-scale glow-in-the-dark puppet show! Go under the sea with a courageous Kina on her journey of discovery across the Pacific Ocean to Aotearoa...

It’s a delightful story of our kai moana and the whakatauki ‘He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.’

This innovative, cutting edge concept features 40+ glow-in-the-dark puppets under UV lights in a black box theatre environment. 15,000+ children saw the extraordinary Matariki Glow Show in 2017/18 and 25,000+ children saw it in 2019. The ALL NEW Te Moana Glow Show is a must-see for 2020!

The production was created by puppet designer/creator Sarah Burren who collaborated with composer/musical director Midge Perez. They have an impressive history, having worked together on 20 children’s shows. Sarah has been involved in the concept/design/production of over 100 stage shows and live events both in NZ and internationally. They sought the guidance and approval of kaumātua Dr Haare Williams (amorangi in arts, culture and education) to create a story that ignites the spirit and pride of our tamariki.

Recommended for ages 2 – 10. This production is suitable for special needs children.

“If Matariki Glow Show is a small child’s first experience of theatre, then they will be very lucky. A fun and entertaining feast with a wonderful contemporary story of Aotearoa.” - Cate Prestidge (Theatreview) 2019

SATURDAY 28 NOVEMBER
10.00am, 11.30am & 1.00pm
$15.50
BOOK AT tapac.org.nz...

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1452 days ago

South atrium to reopen after Auckland War Memorial Museum makeover

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Auckland War Memorial Museum reopens its south atrium entrance on December 3 after 18 months of renovations.

Visitors will see new spaces, experiences, art works and eateries along with the exhibition Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO Creations.

Work to transform the museum was launched in 2013 and 35%… View more
Auckland War Memorial Museum reopens its south atrium entrance on December 3 after 18 months of renovations.

Visitors will see new spaces, experiences, art works and eateries along with the exhibition Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO Creations.

Work to transform the museum was launched in 2013 and 35% of the floor will have been changed by 2021,when the facelift comes to fruition.

Auckland Museum has worked with iwi and pacific communities in Auckland to create the new South Atrium as a space for pōwhiri, whakatau and other cultural celebrations, events and research.

It will be a place for visitors to exchange experiences, share knowledge and information.

A 7.5m tall replica of Nasa's Space Launch System (SLS), made from 450,000 Lego bricks, will go on display in the new lego exhibition.

The rocket, which certified professional Lego builder Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught spent 500 hours constructing, is one of more than 35 giant Lego models set to be showcased at the exhibition Brickman Awesome: Epic Lego Creations.

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1453 days ago

Get the inside scoop on Stuff's great travel finds

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Here at Stuff Travel, our team of journalists have been furiously ferreting out Aotearoa’s best hidden gems. We've come across so many activities and places we never knew existed.

Typically, as soon as we report a great place on Stuff, the floodgates open. But … View more
Hey neighbours,

Here at Stuff Travel, our team of journalists have been furiously ferreting out Aotearoa’s best hidden gems. We've come across so many activities and places we never knew existed.

Typically, as soon as we report a great place on Stuff, the floodgates open. But subscribe to our newsletter here for a free ticket to ride with our travel team each week as we explore the best of New Zealand.

We’ll tell you about our great finds, before we tell anyone else. And we’ll throw in some great deals, giveaways and advice each week too.

Bon voyage!

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