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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 moreThe 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
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 moreA 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.
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 moreAucklanders 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.
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Manukau Beautification are excited to announce our next Mural Competition. In partnership with Fletcher Living we are seeking artists to create murals on the Vector transformers in the Waiata Shores development.
Check out our website link below for more details … View more📣 ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN!! 📣
Manukau Beautification are excited to announce our next Mural Competition. In partnership with Fletcher Living we are seeking artists to create murals on the Vector transformers in the Waiata Shores development.
Check out our website link below for more details 👇
www.beautifulmanukau.nz...
Call us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.
We have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the Builder), Luke (plumber), (Ryan (electrician), Russell (tiler) to do every job right.
Our team follows … View moreCall us today! If you’re looking for a friendly family run business with over 35 years’ renovation experience then choose us.
We have a team of good qualified people – Jade (the Builder), Luke (plumber), (Ryan (electrician), Russell (tiler) to do every job right.
Our team follows industry guidelines on coronavirus safety procedures to keep your family protected.
Call Lucy on 021 022 55 388 for a chat about your amazing renovation plans.
Be safe!
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.
With the festive season fast approaching, this is a lovely product to showcase at this time. It is a tasty, creamy, spicy condiment that complements beef and ham beautifully. It contains Organic Distilled Vinegar, Water, Organic Mustard Seed, Sea Salt, Organic Horseradish, Organic Turmeric, Organic… View moreWith the festive season fast approaching, this is a lovely product to showcase at this time. It is a tasty, creamy, spicy condiment that complements beef and ham beautifully. It contains Organic Distilled Vinegar, Water, Organic Mustard Seed, Sea Salt, Organic Horseradish, Organic Turmeric, Organic Spices. It is great to serve with meals, or use in sandwiches, but you can also be creative by using it to accompany finger food, cheeseboards, or whatever takes your fancy! This popular product is available at Way of Life Health Shop.
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 moreGot 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.
Is anyone craving some deliciously creamy Panipopo, sweet and tasty cinnamon rolls, or Raspberry ripple goodness?
Now available in trays of 12 for $20!
Follow and like Facebook page to message and send through your orders!!
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Cut off for orders for the next day is 8pm for … View moreIs anyone craving some deliciously creamy Panipopo, sweet and tasty cinnamon rolls, or Raspberry ripple goodness?
Now available in trays of 12 for $20!
Follow and like Facebook page to message and send through your orders!!
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Cut off for orders for the next day is 8pm for rolls to be ready to be picked up at 3 - 5pm 😁
If you see dumped rubbish, call us on 0800 NODUMP (0800 663 867) to report it.
Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000. Your waste is your responsibility.
You can:
• Take it to your nearest rubbish transfer station or community recycling centre (charges may apply).
• Donate items … View moreIf you see dumped rubbish, call us on 0800 NODUMP (0800 663 867) to report it.
Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000. Your waste is your responsibility.
You can:
• Take it to your nearest rubbish transfer station or community recycling centre (charges may apply).
• Donate items that are in good condition and could enjoy a ‘second life’ with someone else to your local charity store or reuse shop, during opening hours only.
For more info on how to dispose of unwanted items, visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
This December we're excited to bring you Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Creations from the mind of LEGO® Certified Professional, Ryan ‘The Brickman’ McNaught.
Awesomeness awaits, with everything from a life-sized LEGO® Harley Davidson to a 2.5m orca featuring in the exhibition.
Tickets … View moreThis December we're excited to bring you Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Creations from the mind of LEGO® Certified Professional, Ryan ‘The Brickman’ McNaught.
Awesomeness awaits, with everything from a life-sized LEGO® Harley Davidson to a 2.5m orca featuring in the exhibition.
Tickets on sale from next Tuesday 10 November.
Next Sunday 8 November Auckland Museum is hosting a free panel discussion with members of Auckland's Indian community, as they explore the prejudice and pressures, as well as the joys, of their unique identity. Panellists for the evening of kōrero include Sarah Dutt, Rohan Adarkar, Kartika … View moreNext Sunday 8 November Auckland Museum is hosting a free panel discussion with members of Auckland's Indian community, as they explore the prejudice and pressures, as well as the joys, of their unique identity. Panellists for the evening of kōrero include Sarah Dutt, Rohan Adarkar, Kartika Singh, Karishma Kumar and Vinod Suresh.
The event is free but is ticketed, so be sure to secure your seat here: bit.ly...
Auckland skies will soon be alight with fireworks displays.
With Guy Fawkes looming, the event sparks ongoing debate over the use of fireworks.
Auckland Council and a range of national organisations have renewed calls to ban the private use and sale of fireworks after a parliamentary select … View moreAuckland skies will soon be alight with fireworks displays.
With Guy Fawkes looming, the event sparks ongoing debate over the use of fireworks.
Auckland Council and a range of national organisations have renewed calls to ban the private use and sale of fireworks after a parliamentary select committee decided in August to leave regulations unchanged.
Some people will be celebrating Guy Fawkes Day, held to commemorate the failure of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605.
Should fireworks be banned?
Eden Park stadium wants to host six concerts a year.
The battle over the stadium's future has gone to a five-day hearing.
The Eden Park Trust Board wants permission to stage up to six concerts a year, without having to go through a full planning approval for each one.
Please type NFP if you… View moreEden Park stadium wants to host six concerts a year.
The battle over the stadium's future has gone to a five-day hearing.
The Eden Park Trust Board wants permission to stage up to six concerts a year, without having to go through a full planning approval for each one.
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New Zealand has voted 'yes' to euthanasia and 'no' to cannabis in preliminary results- but the final count could still change that result.
We won't know the outcome of the special votes until the official results are released on November 6.
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