Matakatia - Tindalls Beach, Whangaparaoa

671 days ago

Want to recognise your favourite local business?

Prospa

New Zealand's small businesses have had another tough few weeks. We're calling on you, wherever you are across the country, to recognise a local business making a difference in your community.

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery … View more
New Zealand's small businesses have had another tough few weeks. We're calling on you, wherever you are across the country, to recognise a local business making a difference in your community.

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. These are the business owners who remind us we're home.

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
Nominate now

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685 days ago

Swapping an off-grid dream house in Swanson for a Cromwell hut

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Meet a family with four boys (almost) that's up for adventure - and they don't mind roughing it in the process.

673 days ago

An Invite to Our Past

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

He iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”

Pita Tipene is the Chair of the … View more
He iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”

Pita Tipene is the Chair of the Waitangi National Trust. He, and all of those all of those at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, invite you to come and feel the stories that shaped Aotearoa.
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673 days ago

Future Proofing the Silverdale Pioneer Village

Paul Maguiness from Silverdale Pioneer Village and Museum

To ensure the future viability of key buildings in the Silverdale Pioneer Village we have begun the process of preparing two buildings, the Old Neville Homestead and the Old Parsonage for repiling.

Having been relocated to the Village over the last 55 years, these historic buildings need some … View more
To ensure the future viability of key buildings in the Silverdale Pioneer Village we have begun the process of preparing two buildings, the Old Neville Homestead and the Old Parsonage for repiling.

Having been relocated to the Village over the last 55 years, these historic buildings need some attention so that future generations can enjoy them and our collection of artifacts from the early Pioneering days in the Silverdale District.

Volunteers have opened up the access to the building foundations in preparation for Engineers to begin the process of repiling.

Keep an eye out on our Website and Facebook Page as we progress the refurbishment over the next few months.

Any donations or sponsorship towards the very high cost of doing this work will be gratefully received and our bank account details are on our web site.

674 days ago

Flash flooding possible in Auckland, residents urged to be prepared

The Team from Auckland Council

⚠️ Auckland Emergency Management is urging Aucklanders to be vigilant and to have a plan in place as heavy downpours start to cross the region.
➡️If your life or property is in immediate danger, call 111.
➡️To report flooding, call us on 0800 22 22 00.

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674 days ago

Auckland Emergency Management urges residents to be vigilant

The Team from Auckland Council

⚠️ Auckland Emergency Management is asking Aucklanders to be vigilant, with further rain forecast for the remainder of today.
👀 Check out today's written update by clicking on 'Read More'.

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674 days ago

Hibiscus Coast Grey Power Assn First meeting for 2023

Simonne Dyer from Hibiscus Coast Grey Power Association

All seniors warmly invited to attend in the St John's Catholic Church hall, 180 Centreway Rd, Orewa. John Chapman, President of the Orewa Surf Life Saving Club and Andrea May will present the history and future plans of this organisation which has been an integral part of our community since … View moreAll seniors warmly invited to attend in the St John's Catholic Church hall, 180 Centreway Rd, Orewa. John Chapman, President of the Orewa Surf Life Saving Club and Andrea May will present the history and future plans of this organisation which has been an integral part of our community since 1950. They need our support. Afternoon tea provided.

674 days ago

Turning the tables

The Team from Resene ColorShop Silverdale

Give a dull brown table a fresh light look using a modern chalk paint style effect.

Find out how to refresh your table with this handy advice.

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674 days ago

Greenview Park Village & Terence Kennedy House

Highgrove from Neighbourly Nz

Did you know that Greenview Park has multiple indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for afternoon tea or a cuppa?

These spaces are communal, and all are welcome, including visitors and family.
Find out more

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675 days ago

Auckland's West Coast beaches closed

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Auckland Emergency Services are asking people to stay away from West Coast beach communities which are trying to recover from last week’s storm.

What you need to know:
- The affected beaches are Piha, Karekare, Bethells, Muriwai, Huia and Little Huia
- The beaches have been closed to … View more
Auckland Emergency Services are asking people to stay away from West Coast beach communities which are trying to recover from last week’s storm.

What you need to know:
- The affected beaches are Piha, Karekare, Bethells, Muriwai, Huia and Little Huia
- The beaches have been closed to non-residents only
- The closures are for safety and to ensure road repairs can take place

“While there is road access into Piha, it’s limited and we’re asking people not to go to Piha to go surfing or picnicking, I know we may have a fine weekend coming up but to stay away out of respect for those communities,” Duty controller Mace Ward says.

If you are wanting to check swimming conditions in other areas of Auckland, check the SwimSafe site.

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678 days ago

Poll: Is our government making the right decisions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? … View more
We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? Let's discuss!

Share your thoughts in the comments below - add NFP if you don't want these shared in the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is our government making the right decisions?
  • 2.4% Yes, I back the decision to build over wetlands
    2.4% Complete
  • 88.3% No, we need to focus on preventing future flooding
    88.3% Complete
  • 7.2% Sort of - we can't always cater to the 'what-ifs'
    7.2% Complete
  • 2.1% I don't know
    2.1% Complete
4257 votes
675 days ago

Join us! Massey University’s first BioBlitz

Massey University

Calling all biodiversity and conservation enthusiasts in Tāmaki Makaurau! We’re hosting our first BioBlitz at our Ōtehā campus on Saturday 4 March.

The goal of a BioBlitz is to identify and record as many species of plants and animals as possible within an assigned timeframe. The event will… View more
Calling all biodiversity and conservation enthusiasts in Tāmaki Makaurau! We’re hosting our first BioBlitz at our Ōtehā campus on Saturday 4 March.

The goal of a BioBlitz is to identify and record as many species of plants and animals as possible within an assigned timeframe. The event will provide an exciting opportunity for the community to come together and learn more about the biodiversity of the significant ecological bush area that backs onto our Auckland campus.

The event runs from 8am to 10pm, with the meeting point at the Sir Neil Waters lecture theatre. The day will include guided walks through the bush, including a night walk in the evening, talks by science experts around collecting and interpreting the results of the environmental DNA (eDNA) captured and food trucks, along with face painting and bouncy castles on campus for the tamariki.
Find out more

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677 days ago

Remote Controlled Lawn Mower Services

If you have neglected paddocks or steep slopes that cant be mowed with a regular lawn mower, don’t worry! We are here to help you tackle these overgrown areas.

We are a team of highly experienced and dedicated remote controlled lawn experts, reach out to us today to book a FREE no-obligation … View more
If you have neglected paddocks or steep slopes that cant be mowed with a regular lawn mower, don’t worry! We are here to help you tackle these overgrown areas.

We are a team of highly experienced and dedicated remote controlled lawn experts, reach out to us today to book a FREE no-obligation quote via our website or email us at info@extremeslopemowing.co.nz

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677 days ago
677 days ago

Get a wriggle on!

Southern Cross Round the Bays

We are less than 12 days out from Southern Cross Round the Bays...

On Thursday, our prices increase to 'Late' entry fees - let's save some money by buying tickets before midnight on the 22nd Feb to lock in the Standard price rate!

For more information on the event or to take … View more
We are less than 12 days out from Southern Cross Round the Bays...

On Thursday, our prices increase to 'Late' entry fees - let's save some money by buying tickets before midnight on the 22nd Feb to lock in the Standard price rate!

For more information on the event or to take the plunge and enter now, head to roundthebays.co.nz
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