Beach Haven, Auckland

Call for entries to 2019 Mayoral Conservation Awards

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Do you know heroes who go above and beyond to protect our environment?

HUGE Garage Sale, Multiple Households - Forrest Hill

Hayley from Birkenhead

BIG clear out, combined households. Downsizing, so we have a lot of stuff
that needs to go, some new. Large range of items, e.g. electronic items, kitchen
items, bric-a-brac, collectibles, wall art, home decor and much more!!!
Rain or shine, we will be there, so please come along to see!
Saturday … View moreBIG clear out, combined households. Downsizing, so we have a lot of stuff
that needs to go, some new. Large range of items, e.g. electronic items, kitchen
items, bric-a-brac, collectibles, wall art, home decor and much more!!!
Rain or shine, we will be there, so please come along to see!
Saturday 6th July 9:00am - 11:30am, 39 Woodstock Road, Forrest Hill

Negotiable

Who should own the company that supplies your water ?

Todd Niall Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi Neighbours, the mayoral challenger John Tamihere wants to sell almost half of the council-owned Watercare Services, which supplies urban water, and treats sewage. What do you think of someone else perhaps owning 49 per cent ? Read the story below.

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Poll: Would you rather see more bus lanes or more cycle lanes?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

More than half of Aucklanders oppose new cycle lanes if they reduce space for general traffic, on-street parking or berms, an Automobile Association (AA) survey has found.

The survey of 700 AA members showed greater opposition to cycle lanes than to bus priority lanes.

It tested views on both the… View moreMore than half of Aucklanders oppose new cycle lanes if they reduce space for general traffic, on-street parking or berms, an Automobile Association (AA) survey has found.

The survey of 700 AA members showed greater opposition to cycle lanes than to bus priority lanes.

It tested views on both the cycle and bus lanes, as well as the way bus lane misuse by motorists was enforced.

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Would you rather see more bus lanes or more cycle lanes?

• Cycle lanes
• Bus lanes
• Neither
• Both

Vote View Results

• 21.4% Cycle lanes
  21.4% Complete
• 26.6% Bus lanes
  26.6% Complete
• 37.5% Neither
  37.5% Complete
• 14.6% Both
  14.6% Complete

646 votes

North Shore infrastructure projects deferred by Auckland Council

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours, are you aware much-needed infrastructure projects are being delayed for another year?

Auckland Council says it's because of community consultation and logistics, a local board member says the council has run out of money. How is this affecting you?

Please write NFP … View moreKia ora neighbours, are you aware much-needed infrastructure projects are being delayed for another year?

Auckland Council says it's because of community consultation and logistics, a local board member says the council has run out of money. How is this affecting you?

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This weeks entertainment at the Birkenhead RSA!!!

Birkenhead RSA

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The Shepherds Park playground shade sails are coming!

John Gillon from

The Shepherds Park playground shade sails are coming! The playground is currently closed while the contractor is installing the wooden poles. The playground will be open as much as possible while the pole foundations cure. The sails are due to be fitted in 3 to 6 weeks :)
Despite the rain today, we… View moreThe Shepherds Park playground shade sails are coming! The playground is currently closed while the contractor is installing the wooden poles. The playground will be open as much as possible while the pole foundations cure. The sails are due to be fitted in 3 to 6 weeks :)
Despite the rain today, we know that these slides get red hot in Summer.
These shade sails will consist of two sets of "full coverage" sails, similar to those that we installed at Little Shoal Bay Reserve and Inwards Reserve, ensuring that the playground equipment is kept as cool as possible.
#SunSmart #ShadesailsOverPlaygrounds

MOU between Kaipātiki Local Board & Pest Free Kaipātiki

John Gillon from

Last week the Kaipātiki Local Board hosted the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Pest Free Kaipātiki and Auckland Council, and I was proud to sign it on behalf of the Kaipātiki Local Board. Congratulations to Jo Knight, chair of Pest Free Kaipātiki, and everyone who has worked so… View moreLast week the Kaipātiki Local Board hosted the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Pest Free Kaipātiki and Auckland Council, and I was proud to sign it on behalf of the Kaipātiki Local Board. Congratulations to Jo Knight, chair of Pest Free Kaipātiki, and everyone who has worked so hard over a number of years to get to this point, including Richard Hursthouse, Keith Salmon and David Roberts.
The MOU is the formalisation of what has already proven to be a fruitful and collaborative partnership, and will enable Council to better support Pest Free Kaipātiki with the enormous task of eradicating pest plants and predators from our bush reserves and preventing the spread of kauri dieback. This fantastic work could not be completed without this huge group of dedicated volunteers. Thankyou to everyone involved!

Would you like to be buried in a Lego box or a yacht? How about a fire engine?

Josephine Franks Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours, did you know the North Shore is the place to go if you're looking for a custom-made coffin?

Working out of his Wairau Valley workshop, Ross Hall has made caskets themed around everything from Star Trek to pirate ships.

He says what he loves about the job is giving … View moreKia ora neighbours, did you know the North Shore is the place to go if you're looking for a custom-made coffin?

Working out of his Wairau Valley workshop, Ross Hall has made caskets themed around everything from Star Trek to pirate ships.

He says what he loves about the job is giving families a little bit of joy in a tough time.

Would you consider getting a personalised casket?

Have you nominated yet?!?!?!

Women of Influence

Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real … View moreNominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... for more information.

Auckland's Future In Progress

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Over the month of July, we’ll be talking to a range of residents to find out what they want from future Auckland. They’ll share their aspirations for the city they love and tell us what they want to be left behind in the past.

Fee free study at North Shore Language School!

David Yoon from North Shore Language School

Please contact us if you are interested. :)

NSLS, Looking for an ESOL Teacher (North Shore Language School)

David Yoon from North Shore Language School

We are looking for a new, General English and an IELTS experienced English teachers to teach for North Shore Langauge School.

* starting 26/07/2019

* Teaching hours 20 hours to 25 hours per week.

* convenient location (North Shore) and free car parking

* Positive, passionate about help average … View moreWe are looking for a new, General English and an IELTS experienced English teachers to teach for North Shore Langauge School.

* starting 26/07/2019

* Teaching hours 20 hours to 25 hours per week.

* convenient location (North Shore) and free car parking

* Positive, passionate about help average 6-10 students in class.

* Native speaker lives on North Shore.

If this sounds to you, please apply via email

david.nsls@xtra.co.nz

0210482570

Thanks in advance

Rev David Yoon
MD
North Shore Langauge School
Category 1 School since 2010

Aucklanders hit with another petrol tax increase

Neighbourly.co.nz

Petrol taxes and road user charges have increased today, with petrol up 4 cents a litre (GST incl.) and road user charges up 5.5 per cent.

The rises were first announced by Transport Minister, Phil Twyford, in June 2018, with importance put on the need to "fund the infrastructure for our … View morePetrol taxes and road user charges have increased today, with petrol up 4 cents a litre (GST incl.) and road user charges up 5.5 per cent.

The rises were first announced by Transport Minister, Phil Twyford, in June 2018, with importance put on the need to "fund the infrastructure for our cities and regions to thrive, and save lives".
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Imagine finding you're (possibly) in the path of a future highway ...

Todd Niall Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi Neighbours, If you've wondered what it is like to find your home is in the (possibly, possibly not) path of a future highway, read the story below for my experience of getting that letter.

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