Matakatia - Tindalls Beach, Whangaparaoa

1274 days ago

How to recycle broken glass

The Team from Auckland Council

Learn what to do when recycling broken glass. Large chunks are ok, as long as they are from grocery packaging. Always remember when recycling if in doubt, leave it out.

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1270 days ago

Paint and Pen

Dil from Red Beach

Fun with Watercolours. It's a Paint and Pen workshop. You take home three artworks.
Saturday 29th May 10am to 12pm at the Estuary Arts Centre.
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1270 days ago

NZ - Australia Travel bubble Special offers

Muhamad from Brightlane Luxury Transfers & Tours, Chauffeur Services

Quick & Easy online booking: www.brightlane.co.nz...
Special Offers code: BRL2021 to get $10 discount, and applied for all transfers and all service classes. Fixed price, friendly and flexible booking system. Free waiting time, meet and greet at Airport and free cancellation up until 6 hours … View more
Quick & Easy online booking: www.brightlane.co.nz...
Special Offers code: BRL2021 to get $10 discount, and applied for all transfers and all service classes. Fixed price, friendly and flexible booking system. Free waiting time, meet and greet at Airport and free cancellation up until 6 hours prior to pickup. Quality, Comfort, Luxury and Stylish for your each transfers

1270 days ago

Double size base + mattress

Mayank from Silverdale

In good condition Plenty of life left. From pet free and smoke free household. Pick up from Silverdale.

Price: $40

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1271 days ago

Outdoor bench seat

Geoff from Silverdale

I make these seats, so (in most cases) can adapt them to meet buyer needs, or provide more if wanted.
They're comfortable, made to last, won’t blow away in the wind, and look good. Ideal for decks and outdoor settings. The timber is New Zealand H3.2 treated pine. All frame joints are screwed… View more
I make these seats, so (in most cases) can adapt them to meet buyer needs, or provide more if wanted.
They're comfortable, made to last, won’t blow away in the wind, and look good. Ideal for decks and outdoor settings. The timber is New Zealand H3.2 treated pine. All frame joints are screwed and glued.

Dimensions: Width 1600mm Height at back 800mm From front to back 600mm

Pick up is from Silverdale. I could deliver for $10 (North Shore to Warkworth). Outside that the cost will be based on the distance I have to travel on a return trip, but about $5 for every 20km.

Price: $240

1271 days ago

Tīeke population 'severely impacted' by stoats at pest-free Shakespear Regional Park

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Kia ora neighbours. Rangers fear stoats at Shakespear Regional Park may have had a severe impact on the pest-free sanctuary’s tīeke population.

The park, on Auckland’s Whangaparāoa Peninsula, is a sanctuary that provides wildlife, such as little spotted kiwi, robins, whiteheads, and hihi … View more
Kia ora neighbours. Rangers fear stoats at Shakespear Regional Park may have had a severe impact on the pest-free sanctuary’s tīeke population.

The park, on Auckland’s Whangaparāoa Peninsula, is a sanctuary that provides wildlife, such as little spotted kiwi, robins, whiteheads, and hihi (stitchbird), with a safe and pest-free habitat.

However, a stoat was detected in the sanctuary at the end of 2020. It later gave birth, and two of its kits – a male and a female – were caught in traps.

Then, in January, thermal camera imaging suggested there were still stoats in the sanctuary, including the mother.

On Thursday, the council’s senior ranger at the sanctuary, Matt Maitland, said three more stoats had been captured, including two males and a female. It's believed one more stoat remains at large.

The sanctuary’s tīeke (North Island saddleback) population has been “severely impacted” by the stoat outbreak, Maitland said.

“This is the most significant excursion to date.”

Click 'read more' for the full story.

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1272 days ago

Warm welcome to Competenz!

Competenz

We're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New … View more
We're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New Zealand businesses.

Please join us in welcoming Competenz and stay tuned for job listings and other exciting content!
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1272 days ago

Auckland Council and Mayor Phil Goff pay tribute to woman who gifted Ātiu Creek Regional Park to New Zealanders

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Jackie Chatelanat, who with her late husband Pierre gifted 843 hectares of their land at the Kaipara Harbour to the council in 2005, has died.

The Chatelanat's gave their farm to the then-Auckland Regional Council in 2005, so that all New Zealanders could enjoy access to the Kaipara.

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Jackie Chatelanat, who with her late husband Pierre gifted 843 hectares of their land at the Kaipara Harbour to the council in 2005, has died.

The Chatelanat's gave their farm to the then-Auckland Regional Council in 2005, so that all New Zealanders could enjoy access to the Kaipara.

The couple had always dreamed of improving the land and building a sheep and cattle station, before giving it back.

Auckland Council general manager of parks, sports and recreation said Ātiu Creek had a special place in the regional parks network, rivaled in size only by the Waitākere and Hūnua regional parks.

“Pierre and Jackie were incredibly private people who only wanted to see their property turned into a public park. They refused publicity or widespread recognition but were delighted to see their property go from working farm to a countryside park humming with visitors."

Since it opened in 2008, the council has carried out pest management, native planting programmes, established a campground and built houses available for public bookings. The park has also hosted more than 1800 people at the Earthbeat Festival and been development for a wide range of recreational activities, including horse-riding.

"Today we pay tribute to Jackie who recently passed away but also to her late husband Pierre for this vision, for their contribution, for their service to our city," Auckland Mayor Phil Goff said.

"To come to this country with a determination that you were going to give this land to the country of your adoption is a very special thing to have done."

Click below for our 2018 story on Jackie and Pierre Chatelanat.

1275 days ago

FREE Self Defence for Women & Girls : Tue 25 May @ 7pm

Ruth from Orewa

The evening is aimed at Self Defence and giving women and girls the understanding and awareness of how a dangerous situation can arise. What opportunities and options are available to defend and defeat a would-be attacker. Also how to better prepare by understanding and education around such … View moreThe evening is aimed at Self Defence and giving women and girls the understanding and awareness of how a dangerous situation can arise. What opportunities and options are available to defend and defeat a would-be attacker. Also how to better prepare by understanding and education around such attacks to ensure you have predetermined the outcome by education.
The course is simple and straightforward and presented in a non-threating way to enable everyone to learn and take away some new skills and tools to help them feel safer and more confident.
It should be a fun and invigorating time for
all who participate.
The course is specifically designed for self-defence not fighting.

Hibiscus Coast Presbyterian Church
107 Centreway Road, Orewa

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1272 days ago

Accommodation needed

Ruth from Orewa

I have a 20yo son (ex KingsWay School Student) who is wanting to go flatting in the area. Please let me know if anyone is looking for a flat mate. Many thanks

1272 days ago

Guide for Carers

Office for Seniors

The Ministry of Social Development has recently updated the Guide for Carers, a valuable resource for those who care for family, whānau, āiga or friends with a health condition, a disability, an injury, or a physical or mental illness.

It covers a range of topics such as financial help, … View more
The Ministry of Social Development has recently updated the Guide for Carers, a valuable resource for those who care for family, whānau, āiga or friends with a health condition, a disability, an injury, or a physical or mental illness.

It covers a range of topics such as financial help, assessing needs, getting help at home and being able to take a break from caring.

The Guide for Carers is available online now: bit.ly...

For more information about resources like this and other advice, read our SuperSeniors newsletter: bit.ly...

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1273 days ago

Red Gown (Ball or Eveningwear)

Andria from Gulf Harbour

Looking for a outfit that makes you look and feel incredible? Look no further as this Red Quinceanera gown with extravagant silver work is for sale. Worn just once and with a price tag that does not break the bank. It is light in weight and easy to move around so you can dance the night away.

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Looking for a outfit that makes you look and feel incredible? Look no further as this Red Quinceanera gown with extravagant silver work is for sale. Worn just once and with a price tag that does not break the bank. It is light in weight and easy to move around so you can dance the night away.

Size: 12 - 14
Sleeve Style: Narrow Straps (these are stitched onto the gown and are easily removable to make it sleeveless)
Decoration: Silver Diamantes
Material:Polyester
Built-in Bra:Yes
Neckline:Sweetheart
Back : Corset back
Length:Floor-Length
Fabric Type:Tulle

Price: $150

1273 days ago

Portable Heater

Andria from Gulf Harbour

Arlec 2400W Fan Heater with adjustable thermostat on sale. Hardly used. In good working condition.

Price: $15

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1273 days ago

Tandem axle 9M Long WAS A SCULL TRAILER

John from Army Bay

Tandem axle 9M Long SCULL TRAILER
WORENT 22/03/2021
REGERSTERD 10/09/2020
9N5U NO PLATE
Ph 09 428 1228

$1,500

Price: $1,500

1273 days ago

Bioluminesence at Tindalls Beach

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Kia ora neighbours, check out these cool photos of bioluminescence at Tindalls Beach from the weekend, courtesy of photographer Grant Birley (@chasing_horizonz_ on Instagram).

The algae behind the blue glow is known as Noctilucca scintillans, or 'sea sparkle'.

At night, the algae lets … View more
Kia ora neighbours, check out these cool photos of bioluminescence at Tindalls Beach from the weekend, courtesy of photographer Grant Birley (@chasing_horizonz_ on Instagram).

The algae behind the blue glow is known as Noctilucca scintillans, or 'sea sparkle'.

At night, the algae lets off an electric-blue glow as a result of its biological reaction to disturbance, as a means of protecting itself - similar to that of a squid squirting ink.

Click 'read more' to see my story from January.

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