Bayswater, Auckland

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2374 days ago

Professional Speaking for Migrants

Andrew Barron from English Language Partners North Shore

Attached is a flyer for an upcoming course that we are running in conjunction with Speech New Zealand. Please share this with your networks.

Who will benefit from doing this course?

• Migrants who have a good knowledge of English but who need to develop their ability to speak with … View more
Attached is a flyer for an upcoming course that we are running in conjunction with Speech New Zealand. Please share this with your networks.

Who will benefit from doing this course?

• Migrants who have a good knowledge of English but who need to develop their ability to speak with confidence and clarity.

• Migrants who are preparing for job interviews or who want to gain promotion at work.

• Migrants wanting to develop their listening skills when in conversation with those who speak New Zealand English.

• Migrants who do interpreting and translating between their first language and English.



What will you learn?

• Speaking in front of an audience about your job, skills, experience, or community interests.

• Making social speeches, such as introducing a speaker, farewelling a colleague, or speaking at a funeral.

• Reading aloud in a way that maintains the interest and understanding of an audience.

• Developing and presenting talks using PowerPoint.

• Listening to talks and providing constructive feedback.

• Participating in work-related role plays such as dealing with complaining customers or doing job interviews.


Please do contact our office if you have any questions about this course.

Phone: 09 489 2078
424 Lake Road, Takapuna, Auckland 0622
northshore@englishlanguage.org.nz
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2374 days ago

Which New Zealand regions have the worst speeders?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only … View more
Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only area surveyed to break the 1:1 ratio.

The second highest was Waitemata (0.82), followed by Waikato (0.74). To read more, click here

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2374 days ago

Can Auckland, NZ Create More Affordable Housing?

Max from Northcote

Q&A on Auckland's quality jobs for all, economic development and business growth

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2374 days ago

This month's special!

The Team from The Gateau House Albany

Operating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
Sun & Public … View more
Operating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
Sun & Public holiday | 11am - 7pm

Call us: (09) 274 7744
Visit us at Unit E, 7 Triton Drive, Rosedale
Grab a treat

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2374 days ago

Local collection events - Amnesty and Buy-back

The Team from New Zealand Police

Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just … View more
Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just that.

We look forward to working with all our communities across Aotearoa as part of this journey.

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2375 days ago

Colds and flu - part 4

Shorecare Urgent Care Smales Farm

We're wrapping up our colds and flu information series today with serious signs. 
If in doubt, get checked out.

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2375 days ago

What Could Auckland be Doing to Create More Affordable Housing?

Max from Northcote

Q&A on Auckland's quality jobs for all, economic development and business growth

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2375 days ago

Winter Fun Preschool Play Tuesdays at the Rose Centre!

Promotions Coordinator from Devonport Peninsula Trust

Casual, free entry sessions at the Rose Centre every Tuesday between 9:30am-11:00am for toddlers to play with big toys, be active and make new friends, while parents, grandparents, caregivers can have a break and catch up with old and new friends over a cuppa. For more info, contact Moira or Maria … View moreCasual, free entry sessions at the Rose Centre every Tuesday between 9:30am-11:00am for toddlers to play with big toys, be active and make new friends, while parents, grandparents, caregivers can have a break and catch up with old and new friends over a cuppa. For more info, contact Moira or Maria ph: 445 9533, by email: maria@devonportpeninsulatrust.nz or visit: www.devonportpeninsulatrust.nz...

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2375 days ago

Why can't we have public transport like Sydney? (We can, but...)

Todd Niall Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi Neighbours, Have you been to Sydney and marvelled at their trains and ferries and how cheap they are? And wondered why don't we have that here ? Well we can if we paid as much in subsidies as Sydneysiders do. To read more click on the link below.
(Please type NFP if your comments are not … View more
Hi Neighbours, Have you been to Sydney and marvelled at their trains and ferries and how cheap they are? And wondered why don't we have that here ? Well we can if we paid as much in subsidies as Sydneysiders do. To read more click on the link below.
(Please type NFP if your comments are not for print)

2376 days ago

What Will Happen With Auckland Real Estate Prices?

Max from Northcote

Q&A on Auckland's quality jobs for all, economic development and business growth.

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2376 days ago

Will you dunk it for Plunket?

Resene

Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and … View more
Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and communities to ensure the best start for every child. So, now’s the perfect time to try your hand at that DIY you’ve been meaning to get around to – and help support Kiwi kids in the process.

For more details, visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, NZ only.
Find out more

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2376 days ago

Donate with FREE pick up

Fiona Gallacher from

Renovating, decluttering or downsizing? Please consider donating your excess furniture, household goods and building materials to North Shore ReStore.

We’ll pick up FREE from your home or business.
18 Link Drive, Wairau Park
09 222 1992
WINZ approved and can do furniture quotes

We … View more
Renovating, decluttering or downsizing? Please consider donating your excess furniture, household goods and building materials to North Shore ReStore.

We’ll pick up FREE from your home or business.
18 Link Drive, Wairau Park
09 222 1992
WINZ approved and can do furniture quotes

We particularly need gently loved furniture!

Sales from our ReStore charity shops directly fund Habitat for Humanity Auckland's building and Home Repair programme.

You’ll get the satisfaction of knowing your donations helped local families into healthy, affordable homes and didn’t end up in the landfill.
Vintage finds, everything DIY, gently loved furniture plus affordable treasure – New Arrivals daily.
Pop in regularly and follow us on Facebook and Instagram to ensure you’re first to find the latest on-off donations.

Have you got some time to volunteer?

We urgently need more help.

There are so many fun roles from truck driving to styling and up-cycling. Learn some new skills and make friends while you help to improve the lives and homes of low-income Kiwi families.
Find out more

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2377 days ago

Colds and flu - part 3

Shorecare Urgent Care Smales Farm

For today's session we focus on medicines and when to use them for colds and flu.

Always keep in mind that you should check with the pharmacist before purchasing ANY medicines and inform them of all your health issues and regular treatments.

Finally, if you find yourself seriously unwell or … View more
For today's session we focus on medicines and when to use them for colds and flu.

Always keep in mind that you should check with the pharmacist before purchasing ANY medicines and inform them of all your health issues and regular treatments.

Finally, if you find yourself seriously unwell or concerned about your symptoms, come and see us or book in to see your regular GP.

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