Birkdale, 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!

2399 days ago

Freedom Camping Newsflash 1: Little Shoal Bay

John Gillon from

The Freedom Camping Bylaw Hearing Panel have decided to change the recommendation for the Dudding Sportsfield carpark at Little Shoal Bay from Allowed to Prohibited! This is a fantastic win for the community who submitted overwhelmingly to prohibit freedom camping due to a range of concerns … View moreThe Freedom Camping Bylaw Hearing Panel have decided to change the recommendation for the Dudding Sportsfield carpark at Little Shoal Bay from Allowed to Prohibited! This is a fantastic win for the community who submitted overwhelmingly to prohibit freedom camping due to a range of concerns including the regular flooding of the site.
HOWEVER one of the members of the hearing panel, Tau Henere, walked out on the hearing process after stating that he had changed his mind on freedom camping in general and was now opposed to it! He then took offence to a comment from Chair Linda Cooper that he'd supported freedom camping while in government. The hearing deliberation process continued without him.

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2399 days ago

Takapuna, meet your Rugby World Cup ball delivery kid

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Nathan Tofilau, 12, has won a DHL Express competition to deliver the match ball to the Italy vs New Zealand game at the Rugby World Cup in Japan in October. Nathan was "over the moon" when rugby legend Sir John Kirwan rocked up at his house in Takapuna to deliver the news. Nathan explains… View moreNathan Tofilau, 12, has won a DHL Express competition to deliver the match ball to the Italy vs New Zealand game at the Rugby World Cup in Japan in October. Nathan was "over the moon" when rugby legend Sir John Kirwan rocked up at his house in Takapuna to deliver the news. Nathan explains the moment he found out he'd won the competition in this video by visual journalist Chris McKeen.

2399 days ago

Did you know the public was not told about a long-term solution for congestion at Onewa Rd?

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Auckland Transport did not include a long-term option during public consultation about improvements to Birkenhead Avenue.

The current proposal would see the T3 lane end before Onewa Rd causing the traffic to merge before the intersection - the long-term solution would see the T3 lane take the … View more
Auckland Transport did not include a long-term option during public consultation about improvements to Birkenhead Avenue.

The current proposal would see the T3 lane end before Onewa Rd causing the traffic to merge before the intersection - the long-term solution would see the T3 lane take the corner.

Let us know your thoughts on this. Please type NFP below your comment if you do not wish it to be published.

2399 days ago

Did you know Queen's Birthday Weekend is one of the busiest times to be on our roads? 🚗

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Last year alone, 427 serious injuries claims were made to ACC because of crashes and driving incidents over this long weekend.

Let's make sure we all arrive alive to where we need to go by following these four simple and proven road safety actions:

- Make sure everyone has their seatbelts on… View more
Last year alone, 427 serious injuries claims were made to ACC because of crashes and driving incidents over this long weekend.

Let's make sure we all arrive alive to where we need to go by following these four simple and proven road safety actions:

- Make sure everyone has their seatbelts on
- Remove distractions and stay focused on driving
- Don’t get behind the wheel if you’ve been drinking or are tired
- Drive at a safe speed for the conditions

With severe and changeable weather forecast for across the country the following winter driving tips are equally important as well.

The only way we can reduce unnecessary road deaths and injuries is by working together to be safe, considerate and alert on the roads. If you spot dangerous driving behaviour or urgent but not life threatening driving incidents you can report it to the New Zealand Police by calling *555 for free from any mobile device.

Have a great long weekend!

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2399 days ago

Vintage furniture without the price tag...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Wairau Park

Give new pieces a vintage distressed paint effect look with this clever DIY technique.

Rejuvenate old furniture and give it a fresh new look with our favourite Resene colour.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and… View more
Give new pieces a vintage distressed paint effect look with this clever DIY technique.

Rejuvenate old furniture and give it a fresh new look with our favourite Resene colour.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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2399 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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2399 days ago

Want free gardening advice? *WIN*

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing is a free digital magazine that offers seasonal gardening advice from NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts.

Each week we answer your burning gardening questions and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend.

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Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing is a free digital magazine that offers seasonal gardening advice from NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts.

Each week we answer your burning gardening questions and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend.

Sign up to Get Growing today and be in to win a 12-month subscription to NZ Gardener magazine! Currently celebrating its 75th year, NZ Gardener magazine features New Zealand’s most beautiful gardens and the people behind them, as well as practical ideas relevant to all gardeners.
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2399 days ago

The price of water is going up

John Gillon from

The price of water is going up. From WaterCare:
"From 1 July, the amount Aucklanders pay for water and wastewater services will go up. We expect the price rises will result in an increase of around $2.30 a month for a typical three-person household (around $0.54 a week)."
"The price … View more
The price of water is going up. From WaterCare:
"From 1 July, the amount Aucklanders pay for water and wastewater services will go up. We expect the price rises will result in an increase of around $2.30 a month for a typical three-person household (around $0.54 a week)."
"The price of water will increase by 2.5 per cent from $1.517 to $1.555 (including GST) per 1,000 litres and the price of wastewater services will increase by an average of 3.3 per cent."
"We are planning to spend $5.5 billion on upgrading and expanding our infrastructure over the next 10 years. About 70 per cent of the funding will come from our water and wastewater charges, with the rest coming from infrastructure growth charges and borrowings.”
For more info: www.watercare.co.nz...

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2400 days ago

North Shore parks closed due to kauri dieback

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, Auckland Council has partly or fully closed several North Shore parks - Awaruku Reserve, Emlyn Place, Alice Eaves Scenic Reserve, Gills Road, Lady Phoenix Reserve, Paremoremo Scenic Reserve, Three Streams Reserve - because of concerns about kauri dieback in the area. Do you use … View moreHi neighbours, Auckland Council has partly or fully closed several North Shore parks - Awaruku Reserve, Emlyn Place, Alice Eaves Scenic Reserve, Gills Road, Lady Phoenix Reserve, Paremoremo Scenic Reserve, Three Streams Reserve - because of concerns about kauri dieback in the area. Do you use these parks? How will the closures affect you?
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2407 days ago

New Shepherds Park Signage

John Gillon from

Great to see the new signage with maps being installed at Shepherds Park to help everyone see what is on offer :)
A big thanks to Project Manager Julie Crabb for pushing this Local Board project through and for accommodating my request to include the sign near the Birkenhead United Association … View more
Great to see the new signage with maps being installed at Shepherds Park to help everyone see what is on offer :)
A big thanks to Project Manager Julie Crabb for pushing this Local Board project through and for accommodating my request to include the sign near the Birkenhead United Association Football Clubrooms :)
And big thanks also to Zac and Dave who have been out installing these under the hot sun!

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