Karaka, Papakura

1489 days ago

Letters, Tinder messages to feature in upcoming Auckland Museum love exhibition

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Community News

Auckland Museum is calling on the public submit personal messages they have received in their life about love, loss and longing.

Letters, texts, postcards and even Tinder messages Aucklanders have sent to one another will be compiled into an upcoming exhibition in mid-2021.

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Auckland Museum is calling on the public submit personal messages they have received in their life about love, loss and longing.

Letters, texts, postcards and even Tinder messages Aucklanders have sent to one another will be compiled into an upcoming exhibition in mid-2021.

Auckland Museum spokesperson Nina Finigan said the exhibition will explore the ways Aucklanders communicate feelings of love, loss, and longing, and how that has changed and stayed the same over time.

“Love, loss and longing – these feelings are universal and reveal something profound about what it means to be human,” she said.

“How we communicate these emotions continues to evolve but our need to tell people we love and miss them is timeless.”

Submissions can be anything from a love letter physically received in the mail, an email from a friend overseas, an affectionate card from a family member or messages from a Tinder profile.

They can focus on love lost in the form of a breakup message, a letter from someone disclosing profound grief, or a letter that takes on new meaning after the sender has passed away.

Family stories where letters or messages played a key part, or letters that have been passed down in your family, are also welcomed for submission.

"We acknowledge that such messages are highly personal. We are committed to ethical use and display of personal stories and will work alongside submitters to ensure their stories are treated with care, sensitivity and respect,” Finigan said.

To submit items for consideration please send a photo, scan or screen grab of the letter, email or message history to submissions@aucklandmuseum.com

Submissions close Sunday 13 September.

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1486 days ago

Fathers Day

The Wild Rose

Looking for Fathers Day Gifts? Choose from our selection in-store at Suite 6, 254 Great South Road, Takanini or order online. We send Gifts and Gift Boxes nationwide. Open 7 days including Fathers Day itself.

1486 days ago

Fathers Day

Paddock to Pantry

Looking for Fathers Day Gifts? Visit us at 329 Linwood Road, Karaka and check out our selection of gifts and fine wines. Gift Boxes available online for delivery nationwide or click and collect.

1497 days ago

Family Fun at Uwash Papakura

Lisa Tapley-Bale from Uwash Papakura

Clean the car and entertain the kids at the same time at Uwash Papakura. Kids love having a go with the water and brush!

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1487 days ago

Hope Church - Adversaries of the Heart

Ole from Takanini

People have said “Pride comes before a fall.” Pride has a way of keeping us on top of the hill, that you owe no one. But when life begins to go down-hill you realise that pride has no way out. But there is HOPE, God has a way to alleviate this debt of pride, that keeps you from falling.
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People have said “Pride comes before a fall.” Pride has a way of keeping us on top of the hill, that you owe no one. But when life begins to go down-hill you realise that pride has no way out. But there is HOPE, God has a way to alleviate this debt of pride, that keeps you from falling.
Sunday 9:00am on Hope Channel
Freeview Channel 27 Sky and Channel 204
Live stream: www.hopechannel.nz...

1487 days ago

It's the final countdown

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Neighbours! This. Is. Not. A. Drill! Auckland, you’ve got less than 24 hours to get your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year nominations in.

Who will it be?

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1488 days ago

Changing Seasons

Helen from Fabuleux Vous Ltd

When you feel like you need a new outfit but you don't have one - the addition of a new necklace will make it feel brand new! Changing Seasons collection is perfect for this time of year. These necklaces are made with a real leaf! Beautifully presented on a suede cord. Happy Spring … View moreWhen you feel like you need a new outfit but you don't have one - the addition of a new necklace will make it feel brand new! Changing Seasons collection is perfect for this time of year. These necklaces are made with a real leaf! Beautifully presented on a suede cord. Happy Spring neighbours!
Only $69
Check out our website : www.fabuleuxvous.com... or www.fvjewellery.com...
Earrings to match and compliment
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1488 days ago

Free moving boxes - must pick up today

Maan from Takanini

Free moving boxes available for pick up today at Dannemora. Please let me know if anyone’s interested.

Free

1488 days ago

Good morning Neighbors

Bradley from Waiuku

Have a fantastic weekend

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1488 days ago

Better balance is easy!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. … View more
Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. It’s a technique called dual-tasking and it’s proven to be effective, it’s also fun. Just 10 minutes a day in the comfort of your own home and you can be Nymbl.

Register now to get Nymbl free. Nymbl is brought to you by Live Stronger For Longer and ACC, MOH and HQSC.
Register now

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1490 days ago

Auckland Zoo welcomes first baby rhino in 20 years

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Community News

A healthy female baby rhino has been born at Auckland Zoo.

The southern white rhino calf was delivered on August 14, and it marks the first rhino birth at the zoo in 20 years.

Auckland Zoo ungulates team leader Tommy Karlsson witnessed the “exciting and nerve-wracking” birth that has been… View more
A healthy female baby rhino has been born at Auckland Zoo.

The southern white rhino calf was delivered on August 14, and it marks the first rhino birth at the zoo in 20 years.

Auckland Zoo ungulates team leader Tommy Karlsson witnessed the “exciting and nerve-wracking” birth that has been heavily anticipated by staff.

“It was very smooth and very fast, and Jamila did a brilliant job by giving a couple of really good pushes to get her baby here,” he said.

“Her calf was walking within 25 minutes and suckling well by the afternoon. She’s pretty sturdy, her belly is filling out and she’s already getting a lot rounder.”

Karlsson estimates the baby rhino’s weight at 65 kilograms.

The rhino’s mother Jamila went through a 16 month pregnancy and one hour of labour, with her water breaking at 7am and the delivery of her calf occurring at 7.59am.

Regional Facilities Auckland chief executive Chris Brooks said it is a rare and exiting privilege welcoming a new baby rhino.

“Auckland Zoo supports the recovery of rhino populations in Zimbabwe and in Sumatra,” he said.

“Thanks to the Australasian zoos’ breeding programme, we have been able to bring one more southern white rhino into the world.”

Karlsson said it is still early days, and Jamila and her calf are not yet out on the Savannah.

“We take Jamila’s lead to do this at the pace she is comfortable with, and once she’s ready, we can’t wait for visitors to see Jamila’s calf for themselves,” he said.

“Rhino are such an incredible species that are still doing it tough in the wild, both in Africa and Asia. They are so important in helping maintain healthy ecosystems for themselves and many other species where they live, so we need to do all we can to help ensure their future.”

Since 2013, Auckland Zoo has supported the Zimbabwe-based Lowveld Rhino Trust’s (LRT) conservation efforts for both black and white rhino species.

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1488 days ago

Hope Church

Ole from Takanini

People have said “Pride comes before a fall.” Pride has a way of keeping us on top of the hill, that you owe no one. But when life begins to go down-hill you realise that pride has no way out. But there is HOPE, God has a way to alleviate this debt of pride, that keeps you from falling.
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People have said “Pride comes before a fall.” Pride has a way of keeping us on top of the hill, that you owe no one. But when life begins to go down-hill you realise that pride has no way out. But there is HOPE, God has a way to alleviate this debt of pride, that keeps you from falling.
Saturday 11:00am on Hope Channel
Freeview Channel 27 Sky and Channel 204
Live stream: www.hopechannel.nz...

1489 days ago

Low E double glazing - Good all year round

RetroFit Double Glazing - Auckland South

We all know Low E double glazing is good for winter, it can help keep your homes warm and dry, but did you know it's also good in summer too. Depending on what option you choose it can also help reduce solar heat gain. To read up on the many benefits of Low E double glazing click hereView moreWe all know Low E double glazing is good for winter, it can help keep your homes warm and dry, but did you know it's also good in summer too. Depending on what option you choose it can also help reduce solar heat gain. To read up on the many benefits of Low E double glazing click here Otherwise talk our experts and they can help tailor a solution based on your home. Get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658.

1490 days ago

Keep supporting small business - promo!

David Downs from SOS Business

Hi - Auckland small businesses really need help. Our mates at Goodman Fielder Food Services are offering a promotion to help them. Please consider jumping online and buying a voucher for your favourite business today! They get the money asap, you can get the service after lockdown. Check the local … View moreHi - Auckland small businesses really need help. Our mates at Goodman Fielder Food Services are offering a promotion to help them. Please consider jumping online and buying a voucher for your favourite business today! They get the money asap, you can get the service after lockdown. Check the local businesses out here: sosbusiness.nz...

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1492 days ago

Who is going to ensure masks are worn on buses and trains?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Would you reprimand someone getting on a bus from Monday without the required face mask? Drivers and Auckland Transport won't be the Mask-police. What should happen? Read this story:

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