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A tunnel upgrade has left NZTA Auckland with a stack of surplus outdoor loudspeakers in good condition. Schools, Clubs or other Community Groups may request them free of charge (cartage own care).
Our biggest fundraising event of the year Annual Appeal is back! And this year from 8-9 March in Hamilton, we need your help to make a difference for animals in need!
We are on the search for passionate animal-lovers who are willing to join us in collecting donations from the public on behalf of … View moreOur biggest fundraising event of the year Annual Appeal is back! And this year from 8-9 March in Hamilton, we need your help to make a difference for animals in need!
We are on the search for passionate animal-lovers who are willing to join us in collecting donations from the public on behalf of the abused, neglected, and injured animals across New Zealand.
Whether it’s just two hours out of your day, or for the whole day, your support means the absolute world to us!
So grab your onesies and costumes, bring some face paint, and get your friends – furry or human! – to join you and help give animals a second chance at happiness!
Visit our website to sign up today: www.spca.nz...
Im part of a group of local artists who have been offered the opportunity to exhibit our artwork both paintings and sculpture in the old ANZ Bank in Ward street (opposite Starbucks) for six weeks until the 10th March.
Its a rare opportunity to see artwork like this. We are open from 10am - 5pm … View moreIm part of a group of local artists who have been offered the opportunity to exhibit our artwork both paintings and sculpture in the old ANZ Bank in Ward street (opposite Starbucks) for six weeks until the 10th March.
Its a rare opportunity to see artwork like this. We are open from 10am - 5pm daily and you can see an artist each day creating art there. All work is for sale. We welcome you to come in and see our work and have a chat.
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The February edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.
In this issue we talk about the new Kiwi Access Card. It's a reliable form of ID for people who don't have a passport or driver licence.
… View moreHi Neighbours!
The February edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.
In this issue we talk about the new Kiwi Access Card. It's a reliable form of ID for people who don't have a passport or driver licence.
We also celebrate six older New Zealanders who were recognised for their services to seniors as part of the New Year Honours List
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Something interesting I saw the other day . Busit have now ( from 1 Feb 2019 ) extended the Northern Connection bus service ( it goes to Huntly ) to Te Kauwhata and Pukekohe .
It leaves Hamilton at 9.10am , departs Huntly at 10.05 , Te Kauwhata 10.30 , Meremere 10.46 , Mercer 10.53 , Pokeno … View moreSomething interesting I saw the other day . Busit have now ( from 1 Feb 2019 ) extended the Northern Connection bus service ( it goes to Huntly ) to Te Kauwhata and Pukekohe .
It leaves Hamilton at 9.10am , departs Huntly at 10.05 , Te Kauwhata 10.30 , Meremere 10.46 , Mercer 10.53 , Pokeno 10.58 , Tuakau 11.10 and Pukekohe 11.25am . This is every day , Monday to Friday .
The return trip leaves Pukekohe at 2.30pm , Huntly 3.50 , gets to the Transport centre 4.40pm .
Cost for the 'full' trip is $10.20 each way if you have a Busit card ; $15.20 one off cash traveller . Students and over 65 etc are cheaper .
I find this interesting .
At some stage in the next 2 or 3 years , there is supposed to be a commuter train to Pukekohe . The bus service , by comparison , someone decided there is a need , so it happened .
The train will be over $30 each way , each day . The bus is around $10 . THIS bus service ( to Pukekohe ) won't suit commuters , but it shows what can easily be done .
Does it take 2 or 3 years , numerous meetings , numerous studies , numerous consultants , for Bus It to bring in this service ?
Does it take LTNZ , Government , Ham City Council and Waikato Council money to get this service operating ?
Does it take at least $78 million to get this service operating ?
Does it take new car parks and platforms to get this operating ?
Does it take $20 million to refurbish buses to get this system operating ?
Does this service operate on tracks , which need $100's of millions a year of Government money just to keep operating , or does it pay RUC and petrol taxes and fees to operate on roads that are already built , and which are more than self-funding ?
Does this 300horsepower diesel bus produce more or less harmful emissions to take 10 or 40 passengers , compared to what a 3000 horsepower diesel locomotive produces ?
It sort of makes all the crap around running a commuter train costing AT LEAST $78 million , and ongoing costs , and ongoing meetings , and ongoing time frames , all seem incredibly idiotic , doesn't it ?
Yes , I know , I go on about this , but really -- is there no-one in Government , HCC , WDC or LTNZ with the logic to go -- Woooo , this is a really stupid use of taxpayers and ratepayers money ? Presumably not .
Honest reliable paver wanted to finish a small footpath job in Nawton. The original guy has not come back since before Christmas. Unfortunately he was paid before he had finished as he needed the money for Christmas:( We have got the pavers. Some shaping is required.
Do you support the ban on smoking and vaping in cars with children?
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Over the last few months , I have taken a lot more interest in the Trains , sparked by the crazy proposal to spend at least $78 million to take 30-40 commuters a day to Papakura and back . It makes no sense , no matter how you try and justify it .
A couple of people have said 'Look at how … View moreOver the last few months , I have taken a lot more interest in the Trains , sparked by the crazy proposal to spend at least $78 million to take 30-40 commuters a day to Papakura and back . It makes no sense , no matter how you try and justify it .
A couple of people have said 'Look at how Auckland has turned the trains around' , and how many passengers they get . So I thought I'd have a look at Auckland Transport's latest reports , and it's amazing what you can learn , or what can be hidden .
Auckland Transport runs the buses , the trains , bike lanes , carparking , all sorts of transport options . Actually , it looks like they contract most of those out . So their published accounts are very hard to pinpoint .
But here's an overview --
$467.5 million 'improving' public transport -- whatever the hell that means ?
$120.8 million improving roading .
$20 million improving parking .
Their 'operating funding' was $536.072 million -- that is ticket sales for buses , trains , parking meters and carparks .
Their expenditure was $1.892 BILLION !
The shortfall came from Auckland Council ( rates ) $480.485million and NZTA ( $205.231 million ) and finance revenue $617.42million .
Yes -- they spent 3 times as much as users paid . And yes , they borrowed nearly $620 million ! We are talking Auckland Transport -- a part of the Auckland Council . I wonder how much the entire council borrowed ?
I'm no great financial mastermind , but isn't this a bit like running a trucking company , charging out $600 , but it costs you $1800 to chrge that $600 , so you borrow some , and get some off your Uncle ?
Anyway , that is Auckland's concerns , but the point is -- their so-called model of how transport should be run , pointed out by a couple of Neighbourly people , is decided stuffed . You cannot run a business , or a transport network , if it costs you $3 for every $1 you get in -- that is stupid ! You can do a 'promotion' for a couple of weeks to get people interested , but there is absolutely no point using that as your business case . And even crazier -- why borrow to pay for these loses ?
So lets hope that with an upcoming election , here in Hamilton we get some people with a few business skills . Can the commuter train . Look at the buses , see which lose money , see if they can be turned around or changed , and balance that with a social need . I doubt if many people would begrudge a bus service ( or a train service -- although I doubt any will work around the Waikato ) losing a few dollars if it is being used , but if it costs 3 times what it earns ( like Auckland ) , or 8 times what it earns ( like the Commuter train ) , then don't even trial it .
I have lost a sterling silver belcher chain with two circle pendants that have my children’s names and birth dates inscribed on them.
Lost sometime on Sunday 10th Feb possibly near or at Countdown Anglesea Street, or Pak n Save Mill Street.
I would be extremely grateful to have it back and am … View moreI have lost a sterling silver belcher chain with two circle pendants that have my children’s names and birth dates inscribed on them.
Lost sometime on Sunday 10th Feb possibly near or at Countdown Anglesea Street, or Pak n Save Mill Street.
I would be extremely grateful to have it back and am hoping someone kind person may have picked it up. Photo attached...
If anyone has seen it please message me.
Thank you!
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Greetings awesome whanau and neighbours
Remember that our progammes start back this week.
First up is Te Reo for Beginners tonight at 5.30pm with Matua Tom Berryman. We have classes on Wednesday for Intermediate and advanced speakers with Matua Paora.
These classes are FREE. Please bring a pen and… View moreGreetings awesome whanau and neighbours
Remember that our progammes start back this week.
First up is Te Reo for Beginners tonight at 5.30pm with Matua Tom Berryman. We have classes on Wednesday for Intermediate and advanced speakers with Matua Paora.
These classes are FREE. Please bring a pen and notebook.
Did you know each minute you add to your shower time uses about 14 litres of water? Pop into our Municipal Building in Garden Place and pick yourself up one our free Smart Water shower timers! Shorter showers are just one of the easy ways you can save water this summer.
Just under half a bag of Royal Canin Chihuahua dog food and 8 cans of mature + 8 and one of Adult Beauty free to anyone who can use it. I purchased this for my older chihuahua who was not well and she has since passed on due to heart failure. I understand SPCA won't take open bags of food.… View moreJust under half a bag of Royal Canin Chihuahua dog food and 8 cans of mature + 8 and one of Adult Beauty free to anyone who can use it. I purchased this for my older chihuahua who was not well and she has since passed on due to heart failure. I understand SPCA won't take open bags of food. My other 3 chihuahuas won't eat Royal Canin. contact me by text on 0204 833 515 if interested
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