Westmere, Auckland

1521 days ago

Come and speak to our board members about the future of Waitematā!

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Attend our hearing-style event where you can book a 10 minute speaking slot to give our board members feedback on their draft Local Board Plan, in-person at our local board office, or via Skype. You can also just listen in as an audience member.

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧: Wednesday 29 July, 6pm-7:30pm

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Attend our hearing-style event where you can book a 10 minute speaking slot to give our board members feedback on their draft Local Board Plan, in-person at our local board office, or via Skype. You can also just listen in as an audience member.

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧: Wednesday 29 July, 6pm-7:30pm

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: Waitematā Local Board office, 52 Swanson Street (or via Skype)

𝐓𝐨 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧-𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐤𝐲𝐩𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐥𝐨𝐭: phone 09 353 9654 or email waitematalocalboard@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

You can read our draft plan & give feedback online at Read More.

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1524 days ago

How does your faith shape your day-to-day life?

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours. I'm looking to chat to some people about their religion for a project to be published in the Sunday Star-Times. The story will examine the role of religion and faith in New Zealand, and how it has changed over the last few decades.

Do you know of any unique places of worship in… View more
Hi neighbours. I'm looking to chat to some people about their religion for a project to be published in the Sunday Star-Times. The story will examine the role of religion and faith in New Zealand, and how it has changed over the last few decades.

Do you know of any unique places of worship in Auckland? Perhaps you have a special area in your home where your family meets to pray, or the way you cook and meet people is shaped by your faith? How does your faith help you through challenging times?

I'd love to hear from people of all religions - please email me a little bit about yourself at caroline.williams@stuff.co.nz if you're interested in sharing.

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1524 days ago

Coronavirus delays mean downtown work will miss America's Cup

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, The plans to have a big upgrade of downtown Auckland ready for the America's Cup, has gone, thanks to Coronavirus delays. Some harbour projects won't be ready until early-mid 2021. Do you think it matters? Read the story below:

1524 days ago

Aerial photos show scale of Auckland motorway project from Pūhoi to Warkworth

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you seen the arial photographs of the progress of construction on the major motorway project north of Auckland?

The Ōkahu Viaduct is a steel girder bridge that crosses Pūhoi Rd and Te Aqua Pūhoi.

Work is taking place near the Johnstones Hill tunnels, as part of the Ara … View more
Hi neighbours,

Have you seen the arial photographs of the progress of construction on the major motorway project north of Auckland?

The Ōkahu Viaduct is a steel girder bridge that crosses Pūhoi Rd and Te Aqua Pūhoi.

Work is taking place near the Johnstones Hill tunnels, as part of the Ara Tūhono project that will extend the four-lane Northern Motorway (SH1) 18.5km from Pūhoi to just north of Warkworth, in a move aimed at improving road safety.

The motorway was scheduled to open at the end of 2021, but delays due to the coronavirus alert level 4 lockdown in April meant nearly five weeks of working time was lost.

Now, the new road is expected to be open in time for Queen’s Birthday weekend 2022. To read more, click here

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1522 days ago

Want to help create kinder connected communities?

Neighbourly.co.nz

With The Sunday Star Times, we’ve launched a survey to find out how lonely and connected Kiwis feel, take part here and you could win a $100 Prezzy® card Take the survey

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1525 days ago

'Do-up' property with $1 reserve fetches good price

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The owners banked their retirement on a $1 reserve. But they needn't have worried. Would you be this brave?

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1524 days ago

Waihorotiu Queen Street Valley Pilot

Dee Sims from Waitematā Local Board

Auckland Council and Auckland Transport have started a pilot programme on Waihorotiu Queen Street Valley, engaging with those who live, work and visit Queen St to co-design a better quality city centre street for all. Read More to find out how you can get involved and have your say, or to stay … View moreAuckland Council and Auckland Transport have started a pilot programme on Waihorotiu Queen Street Valley, engaging with those who live, work and visit Queen St to co-design a better quality city centre street for all. Read More to find out how you can get involved and have your say, or to stay updated.

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1522 days ago

Auckland rapper's collaboration with Kanye West's producer

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours, Auckland-based rapper Mustafa Sheikh, who performs as Lil Mussie, worked with the producer of three of Kanye West’s Grammy-winning albums on his new single.
The collaboration led to him having a "surreal" FaceTime call with West - one of his biggest inspirations. … View more
Hi neighbours, Auckland-based rapper Mustafa Sheikh, who performs as Lil Mussie, worked with the producer of three of Kanye West’s Grammy-winning albums on his new single.
The collaboration led to him having a "surreal" FaceTime call with West - one of his biggest inspirations. Sheikh's music is inspired by his work supporting Kiwi kids experiencing poverty through the charity he founded called Bread. Find out more about him and his work in the below story and video.

1523 days ago

Have your say about Covid-19 lockdown

The Team from Auckland Museum

Are you 70 or over? How did you find the Covid-19 lockdown? We believe it's important to gain views from this demographic, which was often identified in the media as being most at risk and in need of protection, yet their views and experiences during this time remain largely unknown.

A team… View more
Are you 70 or over? How did you find the Covid-19 lockdown? We believe it's important to gain views from this demographic, which was often identified in the media as being most at risk and in need of protection, yet their views and experiences during this time remain largely unknown.

A team of researchers from the University of Auckland are gathering letters from older New Zealanders about their experiences of lockdown, to inform key research about government and media responses in the event of future pandemics. Some of the letters will be acquired by Auckland Museum to record this unique period in our history for years to come.

If you or someone you know would like to participate, find out more here.
Have your say

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