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With the closure of Alice Eaves Bush because of kauri dieback and limitations imposed by the Covid 19 pandemic, it has been difficult for the Friends of Alice Eaves members to accomplish much in the park over the last year.
However, last Saturday the group was able to clean up the area around the … View moreWith the closure of Alice Eaves Bush because of kauri dieback and limitations imposed by the Covid 19 pandemic, it has been difficult for the Friends of Alice Eaves members to accomplish much in the park over the last year.
However, last Saturday the group was able to clean up the area around the entrance to the park on Hillcrest Road. Weeds and rubbish were removed and a general tidy-up of the area was carried out.
The bridge at the entrance to the park off Old North Road was sprayed to remove mould and algae.
Once the new bridge at Kensington is completed the group hopes to carry out track clearing at the western end of the park along the Nukumea Stream.
Other activity in the park includes water testing and pest trapping.
Water quality testing of the Nukumea Stream is carried out each month. There was some concern over a blockage of the stream near the bridge on Hibiscus Highway.
Significant rain was needed to clear this blockage. Significant rainfall is something we have not had in this area for quite some time.
However, the limited rain that has fallen has been enough to clear the blockage and the stream is now running freely.
Scientists from Whitebait New Zealand regularly inspect the Nukumea stream for evidence of inanga and giant kokopu spawning but this just doesn't appear to be occurring.
Traplines are maintained in Eaves Bush and surrounding areas. A few possums have been caught and the limited disappearance of bait from bait stations suggests a fairly lengthy history of trapping has pest numbers reasonably under control.
A new beginners Classical Ballet class for senior ladies age over 50 years is starting on Tuesday 27th July in Warkworth.
12:30pm to 1:30pm
Methodist Church Hall, Warkworth
Cost $10 per session (pay as you attend - not a term fee)
Every Tuesday
Wear - comfortable active wear (layers that can be … View moreA new beginners Classical Ballet class for senior ladies age over 50 years is starting on Tuesday 27th July in Warkworth.
12:30pm to 1:30pm
Methodist Church Hall, Warkworth
Cost $10 per session (pay as you attend - not a term fee)
Every Tuesday
Wear - comfortable active wear (layers that can be removed as you warm up) and socks on feet.
This is a fun, safe and structured classical ballet class specifically tailored to suit older ladies who have always wanted to try ballet, or perhaps danced briefly in their youth. Physical limitations can be taken into account. There is no jumping, running or turning. Focus is on enjoyment, artistry, core stability, and basics of ballet technique. I am a fully qualified and registered Royal Academy of Dance teacher with over 30 years teaching experience.
Phone 021 061 2270 or email sonyadancer365@gmail.com
Now is the time to start planning your summer family holiday in the Bay of Islands. Please go to www. friendsofclubpaihia.co.nz to find out how you can spend a week at our private resort for your family of up to 6 people, for a fraction of what you would expect to pay! If you can budget $20 per … View moreNow is the time to start planning your summer family holiday in the Bay of Islands. Please go to www. friendsofclubpaihia.co.nz to find out how you can spend a week at our private resort for your family of up to 6 people, for a fraction of what you would expect to pay! If you can budget $20 per week, you won't be disappointed!
Parenting teens can be thrilling, frightening, frustrating, and confusing (but certainly not boring!).
How do their brains work?
What’s more important – connection, or boundaries?
What parenting strategies work better than others?
How do our teens learn to take responsibility for their … View moreParenting teens can be thrilling, frightening, frustrating, and confusing (but certainly not boring!).
How do their brains work?
What’s more important – connection, or boundaries?
What parenting strategies work better than others?
How do our teens learn to take responsibility for their choices?
What if things aren’t turning out the way I’d hoped they would?
How can I get the support I need as a parent?
Come along to listen, learn, and discuss….
This is a FREE talk (Koha donation) — you are warmly invited to come along and be encouraged, gain immense wisdom and have a consolatory cuppa tea!
For more information - Call Gaynor 09 424 7218 or Doug 027 291 3862
Venue: Hibiscus Coast Presbyterian Church, 107 Centreway Road, Orewa
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Dear neighbours, the July issue of NZ Gardener features the courtyard garden of feng shui expert Boon Yap in her Taipa home. She's also shared some practical tips on getting good feng shui in your garden.
Local groups in west Auckland are “bitterly disappointed” after resource consent was granted in relation to the replacement of a water treatment plant. They claim Auckland Council ignored expert advice on the risks for the project to spread kauri dieback disease.
Watercare had applied for … View moreLocal groups in west Auckland are “bitterly disappointed” after resource consent was granted in relation to the replacement of a water treatment plant. They claim Auckland Council ignored expert advice on the risks for the project to spread kauri dieback disease.
Watercare had applied for resource consent to carry out earthworks and vegetation removal for the upcoming replacement of the Huia Water Treatment Plant.
Titirangi Protection Group’s (TPG) spokeswoman Belynda Groot said “it’s totally wrong” for consent to be given after abundant evidence from kauri dieback and ecology experts at the resource consent hearing in April this year advised against the build.
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What a pleasure to meet Hayley Parsons of Clarks Beach, Auckland. She and husband Chris relocated this huge three-storey villa from Palmerston North to Auckland, and project managed the rebuild of Huntly House from London. Wonderful house, wonderful history.
Kia ora koutou neighbours. Changes are coming to Auckland’s ferry services following the opening of six new piers in the city centre.
The changes, which come into effect on Monday, follow the completion of a $350 million upgrade of the downtown waterfront.
The new piers has resulted in the … View moreKia ora koutou neighbours. Changes are coming to Auckland’s ferry services following the opening of six new piers in the city centre.
The changes, which come into effect on Monday, follow the completion of a $350 million upgrade of the downtown waterfront.
The new piers has resulted in the renumbering of those at the downtown ferry terminal, Auckland Transport (AT) has advised.
The timing of some services will be altered to accommodate the new piers, and some new services will be added.
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Kia ora neighbours, a grieving widow claims her husband's body was left to rot for months by a funeral home who demanded she pay them $12,000.
Wei Chen, 39, died in February 2020 after being struck by a boat while diving near Auckland’s Motutapu Island.
He left behind his wife Nan Jiang, … View moreKia ora neighbours, a grieving widow claims her husband's body was left to rot for months by a funeral home who demanded she pay them $12,000.
Wei Chen, 39, died in February 2020 after being struck by a boat while diving near Auckland’s Motutapu Island.
He left behind his wife Nan Jiang, who had been living separately from him since 2017, and their 5-year-old son Rex.
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