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1263 days ago

Learn what glass is recyclable

The Team from Auckland Council

Only grocery glass packaging is recyclable. Always remember when recycling if in doubt, leave it out.

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1265 days ago

We’re big believers in small business!

Prospa

NZ small businesses believe in themselves, we believe in them too. That’s why we offer small business loans up to $300K to support cash flow or help them invest in the future.

Business Loan applications take less than 10 minutes online, you’ll get a fast decision and funding is possible in … View more
NZ small businesses believe in themselves, we believe in them too. That’s why we offer small business loans up to $300K to support cash flow or help them invest in the future.

Business Loan applications take less than 10 minutes online, you’ll get a fast decision and funding is possible in 24 hours. Plus, no asset security is required upfront to access funding up to $150K.

Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you reach your next milestone. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
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1276 days ago

$6.4 million multi-sport centre opens doors in Ōtara

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A $6.4 million sports centre has reopened in Otara after a major facelift.

The Ngati Otara Multi-sport and Cultural Centre boasts a new clubroom, kitchen, changing rooms and first-aid centre at Ngati Otara Park.

The south-Auckland building comprises a laundromat for sports kit along with a … View more
A $6.4 million sports centre has reopened in Otara after a major facelift.

The Ngati Otara Multi-sport and Cultural Centre boasts a new clubroom, kitchen, changing rooms and first-aid centre at Ngati Otara Park.

The south-Auckland building comprises a laundromat for sports kit along with a first-aid room and a cafe/bar for members of the community.

Health services will be provided there at the Whanau Ora Medical Clinic.

Pacific Homecare will hold its Fia Ola (Want to Live) programmes for older residents at the complex.

Manukau Ward councillor Fa'anana Efeso Collins said earlier the upgrade would help develop and retain sporting talent in a disadvantaged community.

The Ngāti Ōtara sports centre was pivotal to the growth and development of local sports in Ōtara, he said.

"It gives local sports codes like rugby league, kilikiti, tag and netball decent playing areas where our local athletes will excel."

Auckland mayor Phil Goff said the new complex transformed the old facilities.

"This investment by Auckland Council recognises that Otara deserves a decent 21st-century sports facility that encourages our young people into sport and inspires them to realise their potential," he said.

Five different sports and more than 150 teams would use the facilities, he said.

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board chair Apulu Reece Autagavaia said he grew up playing kilikiti (cricket) on the fields nearby.

"I remember, as a kid, it was my job to fetch stray kilikiti balls that made their way on the deteriorating roof.

“The previous building was dark, old and no longer fit for purpose. It feels incredible to be able to provide a beautiful, brand new building to the community we can all enjoy and be proud of. "

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1266 days ago

The 'Southern Path' walking and cycling pathway is opening soon

Reporter Auckland Stuff

Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency announced that the Southern Path alongside the Southern Motorway between the Takanini and Papakura interchanges will be opening in time for the weekend of May 22.

This new link in Auckland’s walking and cycling network runs between Great South Road at … View more
Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency announced that the Southern Path alongside the Southern Motorway between the Takanini and Papakura interchanges will be opening in time for the weekend of May 22.

This new link in Auckland’s walking and cycling network runs between Great South Road at Takanini interchange and Hingaia Road at Papakura interchange and includes the landmark new footbridge over the motorway between Pescara Point (Hingaia) and Rushgreen Avenue (Pahurehure).

Click on "Read more" for more details about the project.

1267 days ago

How to recycle unidentified fibre packaging

The Team from Auckland Council

Learn how to recycle fibre. Only paper products made from tree fibre can be recycled in your kerbside recycling bin. Always remember when recycling if in doubt, leave it out.

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1269 days ago

Poll: Are you in favour of the new cycleway being trialled in Auckland's CBD?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Cyclists will have additional spots to lock up their bikes with new facilities installed as part of a cycleway trial.

Project WAVE is a $1 million cycleway trial in the Viaduct Harbour to connect the Quay and Nelson Street cycleways that could have over a thousand daily users.

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Cyclists will have additional spots to lock up their bikes with new facilities installed as part of a cycleway trial.

Project WAVE is a $1 million cycleway trial in the Viaduct Harbour to connect the Quay and Nelson Street cycleways that could have over a thousand daily users.

Auckland Transport (AT) confirmed two new bike parking facilities able to accommodate 16 bikes have been installed as part of the trial, taking the total number of bike parks along the cycleway to 56.

The project is opposed by a group of residents and business owners.

The two new bike parking facilities are located on Customs Street West between Market Place and Lower Hobson Street. One is located near the Tepid Baths, and one is near O’Hagan’s bar.

The area now has enough space for around 56 bikes, as there were already existing facilities to accommodate 40 bikes before Project WAVE was implemented.

AT spokeswoman Natalie Polley said there are also numerous new bike parking facilities on Quay Street and in the new square as part of the Downtown project.

"That doesn’t even take into account bike parking at the ferry terminal, the AT Downtown Carpark and at many other locations on the Viaduct,” she said.
By Ripu Bhatia

*Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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Are you in favour of the new cycleway being trialled in Auckland's CBD?
  • 33.2% Yes
    33.2% Complete
  • 59.6% No
    59.6% Complete
  • 7.3% Undecided- it's too complex
    7.3% Complete
920 votes
1268 days ago

Residence at Acacia Cove love a variety of activities!

Acacia Cove Village

Beautiful day for Tai Chi!

From song and dancing to health and longevity seminars, sports days, lawn bowls and catwalks, awards nights, loads of entertainment, connection, and great atmosphere!

Visit Acacia Cove Retirement Village to find out what variety of activities the village has to … View more
Beautiful day for Tai Chi!

From song and dancing to health and longevity seminars, sports days, lawn bowls and catwalks, awards nights, loads of entertainment, connection, and great atmosphere!

Visit Acacia Cove Retirement Village to find out what variety of activities the village has to offer.

Call today to arrange a tour!
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1268 days ago

Diploma Chefs cook

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Fabulous effort and mouth-watering results from our Diploma, Level 5 cookery students cook this week.

1. Duck breast Sauce Bigarade with turned vegetables and pommes maxime.
2. Share platter: Home made Charcuterie salami & bresaola, sour dough bread, pickles and spread
3. Chicken Ballotine … View more
Fabulous effort and mouth-watering results from our Diploma, Level 5 cookery students cook this week.

1. Duck breast Sauce Bigarade with turned vegetables and pommes maxime.
2. Share platter: Home made Charcuterie salami & bresaola, sour dough bread, pickles and spread
3. Chicken Ballotine with pancetta, pommes rissolées, cabbage rolls and Sauce Ravigote.

1268 days ago

Auckland Council Kauri Dieback Monitoring Webinar

The Team from Auckland Council

Join our webinar tomorrow at 7pm to find out about Auckland Council’s kauri dieback monitoring programme.
Check out our event listing for more details and to hear our panel of experts discuss how the data we collect from kauri will inform how we manage the disease in the future.
Speakers:
- … View more
Join our webinar tomorrow at 7pm to find out about Auckland Council’s kauri dieback monitoring programme.
Check out our event listing for more details and to hear our panel of experts discuss how the data we collect from kauri will inform how we manage the disease in the future.
Speakers:
- Lisa Tolich, Kauri Dieback Manager, Environmental Services, Auckland Council
- Dr Karyn Froud, Biosecurity Scientist and Epidemiologist at Biosecurity Research.

Moderator: Prof. Margaret Stanley, Associate Professor in Ecology with the Centre for Biodiversity and Biosecurity, University of Auckland.

The presentation will be followed by a brief Q&A session, and the full webinar will be available to view after the session.

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1269 days ago

Ormiston New World, now open online.

New World

Click down to your local today and let us do the aisle miles for you.

Did you know when you shop online you can:

- Shop through newworld.co.nz or the New World app
- Choose delivery to your door or Click & Collect
- Book a slot that suits you
- Leave notes for your shopper to choose … View more
Click down to your local today and let us do the aisle miles for you.

Did you know when you shop online you can:

- Shop through newworld.co.nz or the New World app
- Choose delivery to your door or Click & Collect
- Book a slot that suits you
- Leave notes for your shopper to choose exactly what you want
- Keep adding to your order up to 12 hours before your slot

Just visit newworld.co.nz or download the New World app from the App Store or Google Play.
Shop now

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1269 days ago

Beware of this "Win a Free Toyota' hoax!

Papakura Toyota

Hi folks!
As much as we would love to be giving away free cars ... at the present time we are not.

There is a text and a Whats App message doing the rounds that suggests you could be in to win a free Toyota once you follow the link and fill out some details. This is a hoax! The page you get… View more
Hi folks!
As much as we would love to be giving away free cars ... at the present time we are not.

There is a text and a Whats App message doing the rounds that suggests you could be in to win a free Toyota once you follow the link and fill out some details. This is a hoax! The page you get sent to ... screenshot below ... is nothing to do with either Papakura Toyota or Toyota New Zealand.

As a good rule of thumb, and with our Internet Aunty hat firmly on, unless you know the message is legit, best not to click on any links and certainly don't fill out your details.

Cheers to all our customers who have brought this to our attention!

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1269 days ago

Malicious email impersonating NZ Post circulating

Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any… View more
New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any individual has received these emails, NZ Post has advised to delete it immediately.

In a statement sent to Neighbourly, NZ Post confirmed that it had taken 24 websites offline in relation to the scam.

For more information on the scam, please see the NZ Post's Cyber Security Alerts page.

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1269 days ago

Students call on local board to fix open drain: South Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Pupils from Papakura Normal School have appealed to the local board to fix an open drain along Walters Rd, which neighbours their school.

Kaige Chase, Gabriel Moaate-Minhinnick, Olivia Kim, Genesis Blakelock and Angelina Tuiono asked the board to take their concerns to Auckland Transport after … View more
Pupils from Papakura Normal School have appealed to the local board to fix an open drain along Walters Rd, which neighbours their school.

Kaige Chase, Gabriel Moaate-Minhinnick, Olivia Kim, Genesis Blakelock and Angelina Tuiono asked the board to take their concerns to Auckland Transport after incidents involving children walking to school.

"We realise this is probably about money but saving money in the old days has just stored up problems for today," they said.

The students told the board a six-year-old boy fell into the drain.

Another boy failed in his attempts to rescue him.

But a motorist intervened and pulled him to safety.

In another incident, a driver leaving the carpark opposite drove into the drain.

“The incident with the boys led to temporary fixes that involved some orange plastic fencing, but it just seems to have become a permanent solution," the students said.

"Now it is breaking down and probably ending up polluting our sea.”

The drain had become overgrown, with the school spending money battling gorse and weeds and building a large fence to keep students safe, they said.

The pupils urged the board to infill the drain to create more parking and drop-off zones.

Board chair Brent Catchpole said he was impressed with the amount of research that went into their deputation.

"These young people did not just come along to complain," he said.

"They gathered evidence, thought about the problem and even outlined possible solutions."

The board will refer the matter to Auckland Transport and Healthy Waters, asking for a quick response, he said.

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1270 days ago

Get Out More and explore this Autumn!

Explore Central North Island

Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give … View more
Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give you the ideas – you just choose when and where, and pack the car. Time to get planning!
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1275 days ago

How to recycle broken glass

The Team from Auckland Council

Learn what to do when recycling broken glass. Large chunks are ok, as long as they are from grocery packaging. Always remember when recycling if in doubt, leave it out.

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