Conifer Grove, Takanini

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1311 days ago
1310 days ago

Join us for Te Puhinui Big Clean, Saturday 8th May

Louise Beuvink from Beautification Trust

Te Puhinui Big Clean is next weekend! 💙💚 Get together with the community to help clean up the Puhinui Stream, from Totara Park down to the Manukau Harbour foreshore.

Bring the whole whānau, your friends, sports team, church group, work group or school class. There are family-friendly clean… View more
Te Puhinui Big Clean is next weekend! 💙💚 Get together with the community to help clean up the Puhinui Stream, from Totara Park down to the Manukau Harbour foreshore.

Bring the whole whānau, your friends, sports team, church group, work group or school class. There are family-friendly clean up sites, so everyone can take part. Afterwards, we'll celebrate with a free BBQ and entertainment at the Botanic Gardens.

RSVP at www.beautification.org.nz...

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1310 days ago

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1310 days ago

May-June OurAuckland magazine out now

The Team from Auckland Council

The May-June issue of OurAuckland is out now, available online, delivered to homes across the region and available at transport hubs across Auckland.
Find out more info here: bit.ly...

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1313 days ago

Anzac Day: War letters to home

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Sunday marks the 106-year anniversary of the first landing of New Zealand and Australian soldiers at Anzac Cove on the Gallipoli Peninsula.

For many of the 16000 soldiers, April 25, 1915 marked their first day of combat.

And by that night, 2000 had been killed or maimed.

We remember our Auckland… View more
Sunday marks the 106-year anniversary of the first landing of New Zealand and Australian soldiers at Anzac Cove on the Gallipoli Peninsula.

For many of the 16000 soldiers, April 25, 1915 marked their first day of combat.

And by that night, 2000 had been killed or maimed.

We remember our Auckland veterans and fallen soldiers with their letters to friends and loved ones back home.

Here are letters from Michael Menzies, a Prisoner of War in Japan, to his friend Norm Ryder:

6/5/45

Dear Norm,

Still existing and anticipating a speedy reunion.

Appreciate your kind thoughts and wishes.

I often have the Queen St blues and a perpetual Waitemata thirst and occasionally a nicotine fit.

Received three of your letters and am anxiously
awaiting for more.

Your Affectionate Pal

Snowy

Michael Menzies' letter to his relatives:
2/12/43

Dear Auntie Kate and Ange,

I received your very welcomed letter dated May 25th on Nov 25 th.

Although Jack has received a parcel from St Johns Association London and a very brief letter from Kathleen, this is the first I have received in twenty two long months.

I had given up all hope of getting mail so imagine the thrill it gave me.

There is only one thing I need Auntie and that is news, especially of Pat.

Please don’t keep it from me if anything has happened to him for that would only hurt me all the more.

I can’t help but think the worst has happened to him.

How is everyone in New Zealand?

I have made several radio broadcasts from here, did you hear any of them?

Of course I know you’ll understand when I tell you that our correspondence is limited in more ways than one.

Please don’t send money as you suggested, but a few packs of cigarettes, gum, and a photo would be very welcome.

Apart from a few attacks of asthma Jack is very well and sends his love to all.

I assure you Auntie that you have no need to worry so much over Jack or myself as we are both together which makes it much easier on me and under the circumstances the treatment is fair enough.

There are many things I want to ask you and tell you but unfortunately they will have to wait until peace has been restored once more to this mad world.

Well auntie I sincerely hope this letter finds you in the very best of health and

Along with it I send the seasons greetings and all my love.

Lots and lots of love.

Mick

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Auckland Star Nov 1945 (2).PDF story about Menzies brothers as Prisoners of War.PDF Download View

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1312 days ago

Finding Home - Papakura

Ole from Takanini

Papakura is a friendly town located on the shore of the Pahurehure Inlet in South Auckland. Here you will meet Paul, who has lived for more than 50 years in Papakura and Jo, who recently move here from Gisborne. They both found warmth and love in this community while having faced hard times of … View morePapakura is a friendly town located on the shore of the Pahurehure Inlet in South Auckland. Here you will meet Paul, who has lived for more than 50 years in Papakura and Jo, who recently move here from Gisborne. They both found warmth and love in this community while having faced hard times of grief.
Also, meet Jeremy and Kim, who both are passionate about the healing powers of a plant-based diet and shares this with others.

Finding Home: Papakura, SUNDAY 25th April at 8:20pm.
Freeview Channel 27 and Sky Channel 204
Live stream: www.hopechannel.nz...

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1312 days ago

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From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6-month option and use the promo code SSTMOTHERSDAY at the … View more
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From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

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1313 days ago

The Perfect Race - Saturday Night Family Movie

Ole from Takanini

Coach Courtney Smith-Donnelly takes her coaching wisdom to the track and works with a female athlete who tries to overcome long odds and win a national title in the 800 meter run. Coach Donnelly's training methods and teachings about life both line up with the concept that in order to … View moreCoach Courtney Smith-Donnelly takes her coaching wisdom to the track and works with a female athlete who tries to overcome long odds and win a national title in the 800 meter run. Coach Donnelly's training methods and teachings about life both line up with the concept that in order to win...you first have to lose.
MOVIE: The Perfect Race, SATURDAY at 8:30pm.
Freeview Channel 27 and Sky Channel 204
Live stream: www.hopechannel.nz...


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1314 days ago

Every Signature Counts

The Team from Cancer Society Auckland

Reducing the number of shops able to sell tobacco is part of the Government’s world-leading draft Smokefree plan.

Show your support by signing our petition here.
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1314 days ago

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1316 days ago

We Say/You Say: Anzac Day

The Team from Community News

Hi Auckland,

How are you commemorating Anzac Day? What stories have been passed down through your whānau?

April 25 marks the 106-year anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, one of the most costly campaigns for the Allied Forces during World War I.

Anzac dawn and commemorative services up … View more
Hi Auckland,

How are you commemorating Anzac Day? What stories have been passed down through your whānau?

April 25 marks the 106-year anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, one of the most costly campaigns for the Allied Forces during World War I.

Anzac dawn and commemorative services up and down the country are scheduled to get underway after widespread cancellations last year, due to the nation being under Alert Level 4 restrictions.

The NZDF have advised of a reduced presence of military personnel at Anzac services due to deployment at MIQ facilities.

You can check out where the Anzac day services are on this interactive map on the RSA website.

Feel free and share your stories below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments used your local community paper.

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1317 days ago

Ever noticed the empty buses ? What's the answer ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, If buses are running near empty, maybe the traditional way of providing public transport needs a rethink. Read the story below on the empty buses of Hobsonville Point. What's the answer ?

1315 days ago

Check the latest Listing

Sanjeev Thakur Reporter from Homed - Southern Homes

Are you keen on Riverside living. Look at the new listing from Jay Singh.

Look for your copy of Southern Homes, delivered in your area

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1315 days ago

Window & door security - Exceed we fix windows & doors

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1316 days ago

Mediterranean Lunch

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

One of our most popular projects for our Level 4 Advanced Cookery students is to design a three-course menu, costed to a budget and then prepared for a friend to savour.

The three-course menu includes a fish dish, involving the filleting of a fish, freshly made ribbon pasta and dessert - all with… View more
One of our most popular projects for our Level 4 Advanced Cookery students is to design a three-course menu, costed to a budget and then prepared for a friend to savour.

The three-course menu includes a fish dish, involving the filleting of a fish, freshly made ribbon pasta and dessert - all with a Mediterranean theme. Take a look at this week's impressive efforts enjoyed by the Advanced students. They then serve the meal for their own guest and also get to sit down and eat with them.

Here are some photos of the creative dishes prepared for the Mediterranean Luncheon.

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