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Yesterday I had the honour of speaking at the final New Zealand Korea Veterans Association parade. It was a beautiful event, held in the Hall of Memories at the Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Time is the enemy of us all, and sadly many of our vets have passed away in recent years. As one who … View moreYesterday I had the honour of speaking at the final New Zealand Korea Veterans Association parade. It was a beautiful event, held in the Hall of Memories at the Auckland War Memorial Museum.
Time is the enemy of us all, and sadly many of our vets have passed away in recent years. As one who spoke yesterday put it, they have "marched into the pages of New Zealand's military history".
Thank you to all of our veterans. Your sacrifices and bravery will not be forgotten.
Registrations are now open for Iron Māori Auckland, a participation-focused quarter-triathlon event for all ages.
Umupuia Maraetai will host the Auckland Iron Māori on 1 April 2017, beginning at 9am for tamariki and 10.30am for adults.
Due to extensive flooding and slipping, crews are currently unable to access damage causing outages in Whitford, parts of Takanini and Papakura, Clevedon and Kawakawa Bay. It is unsafe for crews to enter or work in the flooded area and Police have closed critical roads until at least 10pm tonight, … View moreDue to extensive flooding and slipping, crews are currently unable to access damage causing outages in Whitford, parts of Takanini and Papakura, Clevedon and Kawakawa Bay. It is unsafe for crews to enter or work in the flooded area and Police have closed critical roads until at least 10pm tonight, when we will reassess the situation.
It's unlikely many of these residents will have power restored overnight and we are working with police to disperse that message into the community. In the meantime we're looking into options to survey the network situation out there, including aerial via helicopter.
Keep updated via our outage map at www.vector.co.nz...
The water storage dams in the Hunua Ranges are operating as normal, despite more than 240mm of rain falling within the past 24 hours.
Water supply manager Priyan Perera says the water levels in the dams rose significantly overnight, with Cosseys and Hayes Creek dams now full and spilling.
… View moreThe water storage dams in the Hunua Ranges are operating as normal, despite more than 240mm of rain falling within the past 24 hours.
Water supply manager Priyan Perera says the water levels in the dams rose significantly overnight, with Cosseys and Hayes Creek dams now full and spilling.
“Cosseys Dam rose 17% as a result of this rainfall and is now spilling,” says Perera.
“When our dams reach capacity, they are designed to spill into an engineered spillway. When this occurs, the volume of water being released is simply reflecting natural flows.
“I’m aware that some local residents are concerned we are actively releasing water from the Hunua dams, resulting in downstream flooding. This is most certainly not the case. Unlike hydroelectric dams, our dams do not have release gates – as a water supplier, our aim is to store as much water as possible. The four large dams were not full prior to this event, meaning they have been able to capture and contain a lot of the water - minimising the scale of potential flooding downstream.”
The storm has not comprised the structural integrity of the dams.
The high volume of rain has affected the clarity of the water (turbidity) in the dams. This change in water quality means that Watercare must carefully managing the incoming flows and treatment processes at Ardmore Water Treatment Plant.
Watercare is asking Kawakawa Bay residents to minimise their water use today because extreme rainfall has flooded the local wastewater pump station.
Networks Manager Anin Nama says that by minimising water use, residents will reduce the volume of wastewater entering the wastewater network.
… View moreWatercare is asking Kawakawa Bay residents to minimise their water use today because extreme rainfall has flooded the local wastewater pump station.
Networks Manager Anin Nama says that by minimising water use, residents will reduce the volume of wastewater entering the wastewater network.
“Access to Kawakawa Bay is currently limited due to flooding and slips. Thankfully, we have the Fire Service assisting us with their pumps. But we really need the community’s support – please reduce your water use today by limiting bathing and laundry.”
You Might Be Surprised to Know
Are you 65+, live in the Franklin Local Board area, and have a tale to tell about your life that might surprise a younger listener?
Linda Grigg has been an Accredited Visitor with Age Concern Counties Manukau for more than two years. The Franklin Local Board has… View moreYou Might Be Surprised to Know
Are you 65+, live in the Franklin Local Board area, and have a tale to tell about your life that might surprise a younger listener?
Linda Grigg has been an Accredited Visitor with Age Concern Counties Manukau for more than two years. The Franklin Local Board has approved a grant for an arts project Linda will be managing, called 'You Might Be Surprised to Know'. She says, "Often when society looks at an older person, that is all they see. They do not know the rich life experiences that person has had, and continues to have. By telling snippets of older people's life stories, this project aims to break those stereotypes and to remind us all of the uniqueness of every individual, and of their value to our communities, regardless of age."
Linda is seeking participants willing to be interviewed and photographed. The stories/photos will be published online (probably on Facebook) and in an exhibition to the public in June 2017. This is a voluntary project, so no payment will be made for the stories/photos.
If you are interested in being a participant or want to know more, please contact Linda on surprisedtoknow@gmail.com or phone 021 145 1304. Please note that interviewees must currently live in the Franklin Local Board area to be eligible to participate.
We need your help! These 10 wonderful neighbourhood organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Neighbourhood category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation and/or project on how your support will help them … View moreWe need your help! These 10 wonderful neighbourhood organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Neighbourhood category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation and/or project on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Friday 24th March.
We need your help! These 10 wonderful organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Regional category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. … View moreWe need your help! These 10 wonderful organisations are finalists in the 2017 AMI Community Grants Regional category. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little from each organisation on how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Friday 24th March.
Hi everyone!
I'm Joseph, from Vietnam. I'm new to this area, just 4 weeks.
I'm working on a dairy farm in Clevedon-Takanini Rd, Clevedon.
I'm looking for someone who can help me with my driving practice. As I just have Learner License, I have my own car, I can come and pick you … View moreHi everyone!
I'm Joseph, from Vietnam. I'm new to this area, just 4 weeks.
I'm working on a dairy farm in Clevedon-Takanini Rd, Clevedon.
I'm looking for someone who can help me with my driving practice. As I just have Learner License, I have my own car, I can come and pick you up, so I need someone who has at least 2-year full license driving with.
I enjoy traveling , going to the beaches, going fishing, playing sports... and love talking and sharing experience.
I can supply dinners, I'm good at cooking.
Or any offers like house cleaning, gardening, cooking,...
The thing is that I'm able to drive, I'm still driving around this area (by my own), going to church and supermarket every Sunday, just wanna make it legally, I need more practice to ready for Restricted test and I would like to make friends.
Thanks for reading!
God bless!
Joseph
Do you know the cheapest place to get petrol in or around your neighbourhood? Share your tips below and help your neighbours out! Plus make sure you check to see if you're a $100 petrol voucher instant winner!
Inorganic collections begin this month in some areas – so make sure you use the online tool to book your collection! All Auckland households can book an annual inorganic rubbish collection of up to 1 cubic metre (roughly the size of a small trailer load). Find out what can be collected now.
… View moreInorganic collections begin this month in some areas – so make sure you use the online tool to book your collection! All Auckland households can book an annual inorganic rubbish collection of up to 1 cubic metre (roughly the size of a small trailer load). Find out what can be collected now.
In the meantime if you have reusable items why not offer them to a new home by donating, selling or swapping them? Take a look at what residents across Auckland are giving away for FREE or give away or sell an item now.
By doing something as simple as purchasing a 2017/18 Entertainment Book you can make a difference to the lives of animals in need.
Please spread the word that we are fundraising with Entertainment Books in order to raise funds for the animals that come into our care and the new 2017/18 books are… View moreBy doing something as simple as purchasing a 2017/18 Entertainment Book you can make a difference to the lives of animals in need.
Please spread the word that we are fundraising with Entertainment Books in order to raise funds for the animals that come into our care and the new 2017/18 books are now available to pre-order!
By pre-ordering you will also receive extra bonus vouchers worth up to $400!
Share the link below in order to encourage those in your life to treat themselves and help save lives.
Pre-order your book or digital membership here - www.spcaauckland.org.nz...
Neighbours' Day Aotearoa is happening on 25 & 26 March. It's a great chance to involve your neighbours in your emergency plan - work out who can help you and who might need your help. www.happens.nz...
www.neighboursday.org.nz...
A transformative rehabilitation project at Paremoremo Auckland Prison is reducing waste sent to landfill and upskilling inmates for a life outside.
Have you ever walked into a room and meet some-one for the very first time but felt like you've always known them? Why is that?
#2 WHAT TOPIC 28th March.
Conversations & Social Dynamics - Book your ticket now.
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