Kawakawa Bay - Orere Point, Kawakawa Bay

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2406 days ago

Do you think wheel clamping should be illegal?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,
Have you heard Transport Minister Phil Twyford's views on wheel clamping? He says it either needs to be banned or regulated - and he was working on legislation to see it banned. What are your thoughts? To read more, click here.

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2405 days ago

Have you been pinged by this bus lane?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Auckland,
Have you heard about the bus lane that's earned about $1.27 million in fines? The Newmarket bus lane caught out more than 8000 driver in a year. Have you been fined? Do you think bus lanes are important in the city? To read more, click here.

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2405 days ago

Poll: Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. … View more
Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.

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Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?
  • 21.1% I already do - it's easy if you do your research and have the right space
    21.1% Complete
  • 15.4% I'd like to, but there's too much red tape
    15.4% Complete
  • 40.5% It depends on the animal
    40.5% Complete
  • 0.9% I tried, but it didn't work out
    0.9% Complete
  • 22.1% I don't think farm animals make good pets
    22.1% Complete
1086 votes
2406 days ago

Get more with Spark

Spark Botany

Spark have the ultimate plans & packs to help you stay on top of the music charts, movies and the latest TV series with Spotify Premium, Lightbox or Netflix. Plus you’ll get FREE daily Wifi at over 1,000 zones nationwide. Pop in and see the team at your local Spark Botany store to find out … View moreSpark have the ultimate plans & packs to help you stay on top of the music charts, movies and the latest TV series with Spotify Premium, Lightbox or Netflix. Plus you’ll get FREE daily Wifi at over 1,000 zones nationwide. Pop in and see the team at your local Spark Botany store to find out how. Spark terms & conditions apply. Find out more

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2406 days ago

Winter Fire Safety in your Home

Mike Shaw from New Zealand Fire Region 1

With winter fast approaching it's time to look at your fireplaces and chimneys
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•Clean chimneys and flues before you light the first fire of the season.

•Always use a fireguard or spark-guard when using an open fire.

•Never throw rubbish into the fireplace – particularly … View more
With winter fast approaching it's time to look at your fireplaces and chimneys
:

•Clean chimneys and flues before you light the first fire of the season.

•Always use a fireguard or spark-guard when using an open fire.

•Never throw rubbish into the fireplace – particularly batteries and aerosol cans.

•Always empty ashes and ashtrays into a metal bin and pour water over them before disposal. Remember that ashes can take up to 5 days to cool.

•Keep matches, lighters and anything else that can create fire out of reach of children.

Remember: Smoke alarms save lives

2406 days ago

A quick update

Phil Goff from Phil Goff

Spent the weekend involuntarily investigating Auckland’s hospital system. My family has a history of clogged arteries which despite being a virtuous non smoker I have been unable to escape.

So I ended up Saturday morning at Auckland Hospital for an angioplasty and a few stents. Procedure went… View more
Spent the weekend involuntarily investigating Auckland’s hospital system. My family has a history of clogged arteries which despite being a virtuous non smoker I have been unable to escape.

So I ended up Saturday morning at Auckland Hospital for an angioplasty and a few stents. Procedure went well and I’m hassling the doctor to let me go home. Hopefully tomorrow and after a few days of working from home, I’ll be back at work.

A big thanks first to doctors, nurses and staff. They been really great, both professional and caring. They are a wonderful cross section of multicultural Auckland. It’s fantastic that in our country people get the urgent treatment they need and according to that need and not ability to pay.

Thanks also for the kind messages from so many people. Heartfelt appreciation!

The painting was done by my lovely granddaughter Brooklyn.

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2406 days ago

Industrial action affects some bus services

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Due to industrial action by members of the Tramways and First Unions, some services operated by NZ Bus will be cancelled between 17 April 2018 – 27 April 2018. Full details on affected services can be found here:

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2406 days ago

10 Auckland playgrounds you won't want to miss

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Here are ten of the best playground adventures you can find across the region!

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2407 days ago

Exciting developments at Acacia Cove Village

Acacia Cove Village

Not too long ago we finished the construction of two brand new Villas, which are now occupied with very happy residents enjoying their stay in the Village. Once again, we are looking forward to yet another exciting development as well as improvements to the car park in front of the Lodge in … View moreNot too long ago we finished the construction of two brand new Villas, which are now occupied with very happy residents enjoying their stay in the Village. Once again, we are looking forward to yet another exciting development as well as improvements to the car park in front of the Lodge in Acacia Cove Village.

We are upgrading our car park which will increase the number of cars able to park right in front of the Lodge for the convenience of our Residents. An even more exciting development in the pipeline is the construction of five new apartments. The plans for these were in the making for quite some time, and if all goes well we hope to commence construction towards the end of April.
Find out more!

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2407 days ago

Come along to a Kite Day

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Out and About's Gabrielle Hornblow grew up making kites – and now she's passing these skills onto a new generation of young people. The next three events will be in the April school holidays in Weymouth and Māngere Bridge on 18 April and Waiuku on 24 April.

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2408 days ago

We're going nuts over walnuts

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on tidying up storm damage, harvesting pumpkins and herbs, out-slithering slugs and snails and taking cuttings from roses. We have a cracking feature on walnuts and we reveal the 2018 Resene Shed of the Year winners.

Subscribe now and … View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on tidying up storm damage, harvesting pumpkins and herbs, out-slithering slugs and snails and taking cuttings from roses. We have a cracking feature on walnuts and we reveal the 2018 Resene Shed of the Year winners.

Subscribe now and you'll never miss another issue!

Get top tips on houseplant care and styling from gorgeous new book Leaf Supply, and enter our competition to win a copy, plus we also have other great prizes up for grabs!
Subscribe now!

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2408 days ago

Clean up continues in wet weather

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Keep up to date on the clean up effort following Tuesday's storm. Plus what you need to know if you are affected by the power outages: bit.ly...

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2412 days ago

Here's a tour of Sculptureum in Matakana

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Take an armchair tour of this fabulous and fun gallery dedicated to both art and nature, profiled in our magazine this month.

2409 days ago

Mind Lab Kids turned one!

MindLab Kids

We were so excited to see Mind Lab Kids turn one last week. It's been a fantastic year of home experiments, messy fun and video challenges. Help them celebrate by getting your 5-12 year old to take on an awesome STEM challenge over at MindLabKids.com. It's free! Find out more!

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2409 days ago

Enjoy Coco in comfort.

Stuff Pix

With school holidays just around the corner, we’ve got just the thing to keep the little ones happy (and you too). Disney’s Coco is now available on Stuff Pix – and if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re in for a treat. In fact, with so many movies ready to play at your place, you’ll have … View moreWith school holidays just around the corner, we’ve got just the thing to keep the little ones happy (and you too). Disney’s Coco is now available on Stuff Pix – and if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re in for a treat. In fact, with so many movies ready to play at your place, you’ll have smiles for days these holidays.

Head to stuffpix.co.nz to watch now.
Watch now

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