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For those who saw my previous post regarding a page and or hub where people from the community could share and get amongst other ideas through isolation, this is the hub.
Not only is this a hub for the current situation at the moment (which I have seen others of)... but this is a hub that will … View moreFor those who saw my previous post regarding a page and or hub where people from the community could share and get amongst other ideas through isolation, this is the hub.
Not only is this a hub for the current situation at the moment (which I have seen others of)... but this is a hub that will continue to run at all times which is different from the rest as most are just for the current Isolation period.
From community fundraisers, volunteer projects, and many more - all planned and ran from the page itself with the help of other people that are wanting to be on board, it gives people in our community the chance to meet others, get on board with new things, make a difference and create a positive feeling all round.
For those that want to be apart of this page, the link is down below :)
www.facebook.com...
Fresh from Ardmore but surplus to my requirements. Can leave at letterbox for you to collect if you interested. First to message can have. Located Archers Road.
ISN'T THIS LOCKDOWN GREAT
I remember that time I woke up in the morning and thought
What shall I do
I had breakfast and thought
what shall I do
I sat down in the lounge and though
what shall I do
I looked out the window and thought … View moreISN'T THIS LOCKDOWN GREAT
I remember that time I woke up in the morning and thought
What shall I do
I had breakfast and thought
what shall I do
I sat down in the lounge and though
what shall I do
I looked out the window and thought
what shall I do
I walked out side and thought
what shall I do
I sat down and thought
what shall I do
I walked around the house and thought
what shall I do
I went inside and thought
what shall I do
I sat down in the lounge and though
what shall I do
I did some calculations
Saying 4 weeks seems such a long time
1 month sounds better
4 weeks is 28 Days
That's
672 hours
That's
40320 minutes
That's
2419200 seconds
And that's
2419200 000 000 000 nanoseconds
"ARRRRRRRRR PLEASE SOMEONE MAKE IT STOP"
"Anyways how's your day going?"
As locked-down New Zealanders find their feet in the rapidly changing coronavirus environment, all i…
Merry Christmas
Don't think of this lock down as a 4 week prison sentence
Think of it as 28 Christmas days in a row
We have spent days panic buying for this event
All the shopping malls are now closed
And
Now we get to spend every waking moment with our closest family / and or friends
… View moreMerry Christmas
Don't think of this lock down as a 4 week prison sentence
Think of it as 28 Christmas days in a row
We have spent days panic buying for this event
All the shopping malls are now closed
And
Now we get to spend every waking moment with our closest family / and or friends
"OHHHHH PLEASE MAKE IT STOP"
In the winter of 1914, Ella Cooke was looking forward to a grand adventure. The Auckland-born nurse and her twin sister Lily had just departed New Zealand in a boat bound for Vancouver, New York and finally England. She was looking forward to seeing the sights, and eventually a working holiday in … View moreIn the winter of 1914, Ella Cooke was looking forward to a grand adventure. The Auckland-born nurse and her twin sister Lily had just departed New Zealand in a boat bound for Vancouver, New York and finally England. She was looking forward to seeing the sights, and eventually a working holiday in London, or maybe Paris.
The outbreak of war in July 1914 dashed all her plans. Rather than return home, Ella joined the Queen Alexandra’s Imperial Military Nursing Service Reserve. The work was extremely difficult, and Ella described it in her letters as 'frightfully hard'.
The story of Ella Cooke, captured below in our Online Cenotaph, is one of ceaseless dedication to nursing the ill and ailing back to health. Her work is reflected in the remarkable efforts of New Zealand's doctors, nurses and healthcare staff, who are taking every measure to ensure the ongoing safety of New Zealanders. A huge thank you to these essential workers for the incredible job they do.
www.aucklandmuseum.com...
I saw this lovely black and white cat looking lost and hungry today walking down Maxwelton drive, last seen at surf club. I hope someone is looking for him/her or he /she has found its way home?
This is a crucial time. You might be tempted to leave the house this weekend to enjoy your free time. But it’s incredibly important that you don’t revert back to ‘normal life’.
Remember why we are all taking these extreme measures. Stay home. Save lives. This breaks the chain and stops … View moreThis is a crucial time. You might be tempted to leave the house this weekend to enjoy your free time. But it’s incredibly important that you don’t revert back to ‘normal life’.
Remember why we are all taking these extreme measures. Stay home. Save lives. This breaks the chain and stops the virus spreading.
How to break the chain, and protect us all:
STOP THE MOVEMENT
The virus is spread by us. It can’t move by itself. So we all need to avoid moving around as much as possible, eg:
● don't travel to and from baches or second homes
● avoid driving out of your neighbourhood
● don't travel across the country in campervans
● note that DOC has closed all of its campsites and huts.
KEEP EXERCISE LOCAL
There are very few exceptions to staying home, but exercise is one of them. Going for a walk, run or bike ride is good for your mental health. Just remember to:
● stay close to home. Enjoy your neighbourhood, but go no further
● keep it solitary, or only with those you live with
● keep a 2 metre distance from others.
DO SAFE ACTIVITIES ONLY
● Our emergency services need to be fully available to respond to COVID-19 cases. Any search and rescue operation reduces the ability of first responders to help others.
● Do your bit to help them by only undertaking safe activities, and avoiding going into areas where you could get lost or hurt and require their help. Avoid outdoor activities like swimming, surfing, tramping, or boating, hunting or hiking.
AVOID PUBLIC SPACES
● All bars, restaurants, cafes, gyms, cinemas, pools, museums, libraries and playgrounds are closed.
● Avoid places like beaches where people commonly linger, or are unable to maintain a 2 metre distance.
● Don't touch surfaces others may have touched when outdoors, like park benches or playgrounds.
When you return home carefully wash your hands, and any items you took with you outdoors.
We are temporarily suspending tuition for the remainder of Term 1.
We will not be away for long. During this time we will closely monitor all information and advice provided to us. At this stage, we will reopen on Tuesday 28th April for Term 2. We will be back in action providing your children … View moreWe are temporarily suspending tuition for the remainder of Term 1.
We will not be away for long. During this time we will closely monitor all information and advice provided to us. At this stage, we will reopen on Tuesday 28th April for Term 2. We will be back in action providing your children with the tuition they need to ensure their continued success.
NumberWorks’nWords would like to thank all our loyal families and hard-working staff for your support. Thank you for your understanding and adapting with us during this time. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Our best wishes to you and your family at this difficult time.
Keep an eye out for our April activities for you and your family.
Much love and kindness ❤️
Unfortunately, your local Beaurepaires store is closed during the COVID-19 Alert Level 4 Lockdown.
To see which stores are open or to find out more information, please click the READ MORE button below.
Waste collection services update:
✅ Auckland’s kerbside rubbish, recycling and food scraps collections are considered essential services and will continue as usual.
🤧 Anyone with a food scraps bin should avoid placing tissues in them.
❌ From 6pm on 25 March, the transfer stations will … View moreWaste collection services update:
✅ Auckland’s kerbside rubbish, recycling and food scraps collections are considered essential services and will continue as usual.
🤧 Anyone with a food scraps bin should avoid placing tissues in them.
❌ From 6pm on 25 March, the transfer stations will be closed to the general public.
❌ Household on-property inorganics collections beginning 26 March onwards have been postponed for the lockdown period.
Community food pantries have been advised to close to help contain the spread of coronavirus during …
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A huge congratulations to Jay & Kusum from Orakei Superette. These local legends are finalists in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.
Now they need your vote to give them a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!
Good on you, and good luck, Jay & Kusum. Thanks for … View moreA huge congratulations to Jay & Kusum from Orakei Superette. These local legends are finalists in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.
Now they need your vote to give them a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!
Good on you, and good luck, Jay & Kusum. Thanks for bringing joy to your community - especially in these uncertain times.
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Nominated by Jane Macaulay from Orakei: "Part of our lives for so many years. They offer a great business, post centre, the BEST fresh flowers and fruit & veg. I have NEVER known them to take a holiday. Kind and genuinely caring people who add so much to our community. You could not find a better Local Business Hero!"
That's why we've created a whole new section on our website filled with great recipes, gardening tip and lists of helpful apps and entertainment sources - to name a few.
Our 'lifestyle and wellness' section will be updated regularly with great content to keep you entertained … View moreThat's why we've created a whole new section on our website filled with great recipes, gardening tip and lists of helpful apps and entertainment sources - to name a few.
Our 'lifestyle and wellness' section will be updated regularly with great content to keep you entertained whilst we navigate these new times. Grab a cuppa and enjoy.
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