Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point, Kawakawa Bay

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1954 days ago

Brother and sister team give back the secret to success to others

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Lahaina and Hawea Solomon, who grew up in Tokoroa, are leaders helping other youth reach their potential and are pursuing their own dreams at university.

The brother and sister duo were both Head Students, #Stars Peer Mentors and Excellence Award Winners.

They recently caught up with Stuff to … View more
Lahaina and Hawea Solomon, who grew up in Tokoroa, are leaders helping other youth reach their potential and are pursuing their own dreams at university.

The brother and sister duo were both Head Students, #Stars Peer Mentors and Excellence Award Winners.

They recently caught up with Stuff to talk about their journey through our Stars programme.

Learn more about their story here: bit.ly...

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1954 days ago
1954 days ago

Recreational boatie to pay $5,050 after causing collision

Mark Dittmer from Maritime NZ

An Auckland recreational boatie, Andrew Douglas Hutchings, has been ordered to pay $5,050 in fines and emotional harm payments after causing a collision on the Waitematā Harbour.

Maritime NZ Northern Regional Compliance Manager, Neil Rowarth, said Mr Hutchings had put the lives of others in … View more
An Auckland recreational boatie, Andrew Douglas Hutchings, has been ordered to pay $5,050 in fines and emotional harm payments after causing a collision on the Waitematā Harbour.

Maritime NZ Northern Regional Compliance Manager, Neil Rowarth, said Mr Hutchings had put the lives of others in danger by acting recklessly.

The collision caused all three people on board Mr Hutchings’ boat, Maraetai Star, to fall to the deck. Mr Hutchings was knocked unconscious and received a broken nose. One crew member was also rendered unconscious and received a cut to his head while the other crew member suffered a bruised hip.

1954 days ago

Recreational boatie to pay $5,050 after causing collision

Mark Dittmer from Maritime NZ

An Auckland recreational boatie, Andrew Douglas Hutchings, has been ordered to pay $5,050 in fines and emotional harm payments after causing a collision on the Waitematā Harbour.

Maritime NZ Northern Regional Compliance Manager, Neil Rowarth, said Mr Hutchings had put the lives of others in … View more
An Auckland recreational boatie, Andrew Douglas Hutchings, has been ordered to pay $5,050 in fines and emotional harm payments after causing a collision on the Waitematā Harbour.

Maritime NZ Northern Regional Compliance Manager, Neil Rowarth, said Mr Hutchings had put the lives of others in danger by acting recklessly.

The collision caused all three people on board Mr Hutchings’ boat, Maraetai Star, to fall to the deck. Mr Hutchings was knocked unconscious and received a broken nose. One crew member was also rendered unconscious and received a cut to his head while the other crew member suffered a bruised hip.

1954 days ago

Visit Karaka Lifestyle Estate

Karaka Lifestyle Estate Retirement Village

Karaka Lifestyle Estate is a new independent-living retirement village in Drury. The first units will be ready for occupation this December. Karaka Lifestyle Estate features spacious homes, friendly community atmosphere and the management support you would expect of a top-quality retirement village… View moreKaraka Lifestyle Estate is a new independent-living retirement village in Drury. The first units will be ready for occupation this December. Karaka Lifestyle Estate features spacious homes, friendly community atmosphere and the management support you would expect of a top-quality retirement village but it comes with a key difference, at Karaka Lifestyle Estate you get the capital gain from the sale of your unit.

Karaka Lifestyle Estate could be for you if retaining your wealth is important to you, and you are looking for:

- Safe and secure retirement living
- A strong and lively social network
- The hassles of home maintenance taken care of
- A supportive environment, with an onsite manager

Come along to our village to experience our beautiful Country Club, view plans of our village, and learn more about Karaka Lifestyle Estate.

Opening Hours: 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday or by appointment on weekends
Where: Karaka Lifestyle Estate, 333 Bremner Road, Karaka

Construction is occurring on the site, so for your safety please contact our salesperson Linda to book a visiting time.
Book a visit

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1954 days ago

Te Pōkaitahi Reo Programmes

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Te Pōkaitahi Reo

KIA ORA! Do you want to learn Te Reo Māori, improve your competence in Māori conversations and enhance your knowledge of Tikanga and Mātauranga?

Our Te Pōkaitahi Reo certificates are fee free and graduates will obtain an understanding and awareness of te reo that can … View more
Te Pōkaitahi Reo

KIA ORA! Do you want to learn Te Reo Māori, improve your competence in Māori conversations and enhance your knowledge of Tikanga and Mātauranga?

Our Te Pōkaitahi Reo certificates are fee free and graduates will obtain an understanding and awareness of te reo that can be used amongst whānau and in employment.

These programmes provide a pathway to develop skills and knowledge to protect, maintain and enrich mātauranga taonga tuku iho for current and future generations from beginners to more advanced levels.

If you’d like to study with us locally in Auckland we’d love to hear from you!
Find out more

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1955 days ago

Urban Forage

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Our Urban Forage with Riki Bennett starts with a guided walk to identify a range of edible plants, leaves and followed by a presentation along with Māori food gathering traditions and culture and finishing with a delicious gourmet luncheon featuring local ingredients.

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1955 days ago

Welcome to Neighbourly, Ryman Healthcare!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbours - we have a new partner! A very warm welcome to our friends at Ryman Healthcare joining us today to share the best about village life - and how to celebrate everything about being a senior New Zealander, whichever community you live in.

Please join us in welcoming Ryman Healthcare to… View more
Neighbours - we have a new partner! A very warm welcome to our friends at Ryman Healthcare joining us today to share the best about village life - and how to celebrate everything about being a senior New Zealander, whichever community you live in.

Please join us in welcoming Ryman Healthcare to our family of partners. There are exciting things to come!
Learn more

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1956 days ago

Hi has anyone taken our red dirt bin by mistake or seen it. 5a sea view terrace maraetai

Elizabeth from Maraetai

Hi has anyone taken our red dirt in by mistake or seen it. 5a sea view terrace maraetai please could you return it thank you Liz 021 461 567

1956 days ago

Franklin grants supports water safety

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Coastguard services at Maraetai, search and rescue at Waiuku, and lifesaving at Kariaotahi have all won funding from Franklin Local Board’s Coastal Rescue Services Fund.

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1956 days ago

Poll: What do you think of the Govt's plan to make cleaner cars cheaper?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

The Government has proposed a sweeping fuel-efficient vehicle policy that would make some cars up to $8000 cheaper - while others would be $3000 more expensive.

The "feebate" scheme wouldn't cost the taxpayer anything, instead using money gained by putting a fee on imported … View more
The Government has proposed a sweeping fuel-efficient vehicle policy that would make some cars up to $8000 cheaper - while others would be $3000 more expensive.

The "feebate" scheme wouldn't cost the taxpayer anything, instead using money gained by putting a fee on imported high-emissions cars in order to make imported hybrids, electric cars, and other efficient vehicles cheaper with a subsidy.

To read more click here

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What do you think of the Govt's plan to make cleaner cars cheaper?
  • 54.7% Great idea!
    54.7% Complete
  • 43% I don't support it.
    43% Complete
  • 2.2% I don't drive so it doesn't impact me.
    2.2% Complete
1971 votes
1956 days ago

Celebrate the life of your loved one

John Ensom from Ensom Funeral Services

When we lose a loved relative or friend it is a very emotional and confusing time. Avoid the stress associated with arranging a funeral with personalised service by a New Zealand family owned and operated the funeral home.

Let us help to explain the process of what happens and reassure you that … View more
When we lose a loved relative or friend it is a very emotional and confusing time. Avoid the stress associated with arranging a funeral with personalised service by a New Zealand family owned and operated the funeral home.

Let us help to explain the process of what happens and reassure you that your wishes are adhered to. Feel comfortable and at ease as we guide you through the options needed for a truly memorable celebration.

Ensom Funeral Services understand that funerals do not need to be costly. To this end, they provide advice on pre-paid funeral plans and other special needs concerning funeral services and government subsidies.

For more information: Call us on 09 299 6646 or email ensomfunerals@gmail.com
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1960 days ago

School holidays start tomorrow. What are your plans?

Reporter Stuff

Hi neighbours!

School holidays start tomorrow, and there are plenty of fun winter activities for the whole family. Whether your kids are budding artists, mad on science, or love the outdoors, there's a lot going on.

What are your school holiday plans?

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1957 days ago

Free books.

Marie from Drury

I have a range of university text books from the mid-1980's. They are free to anyone with an interest in them. They are all in good condition. Can be picked up in Drury or at the airport through the week. Please let me know if you'd like one or more of these titles.

Titles:
Accounting… View more
I have a range of university text books from the mid-1980's. They are free to anyone with an interest in them. They are all in good condition. Can be picked up in Drury or at the airport through the week. Please let me know if you'd like one or more of these titles.

Titles:
Accounting for seniors. PWR Jackson.
Economics in our society. NZ Edition. CA Tisdell & JT Ward.
A Primer of Linear Algebra. GL Bradley.
Classical Mechanics 2nd Edition. Herbert Goldstein.
Introduction to Probability Theory and Statistical Inference. 2nd Edition. HJ Larson.
Elementary Classical Physics 2nd Edition Vol I & II. Weidner & Sells.
Schaum's Outline series. Theory and Problems of Statistics. Spiegel.
Schaum's Outline series. Theory and Problems of Complex Variables. Spiegel.

Free

1957 days ago

Matariki Art Classes this school holidays at Auckland Museum

The Team from Auckland Museum

We're thrilled to be on board as Neighbourly partners, so we can share with you fellow Aucklanders more of what's happening at your museum.

This morning we had the first of our Matariki Art Classes - School Holiday Programme sessions. This is a hands on class led by Fine Young Artists… View more
We're thrilled to be on board as Neighbourly partners, so we can share with you fellow Aucklanders more of what's happening at your museum.

This morning we had the first of our Matariki Art Classes - School Holiday Programme sessions. This is a hands on class led by Fine Young Artists for kids aged 6 to 15 years, where they'll learn about Matariki and make their own Matariki diorama. Sessions are twice a day every weekday during the holidays, 10.30am and 1.30pm. $10 per child (no cost for an accompanying adult).

Of course, we invite you to make a day of it and explore our galleries and Weird and Wonderful Discovery Centre while you're here.

It’s not too late to book! Various dates and times still available. Find out more and book here: www.aucklandmuseum.com...

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