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Six month delay to fix Auckland mall's lift limits access for wheelchair users

Felicity Reid Reporter from North Shore Times

Failed repairs to a lift at an Auckland shopping centre has forced disabled shoppers to find alterna…

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Congestion after breakdown on Auckland's Harbour Bridge

North Shore Times

Commuters are in for delays after a breakdown on the Auckland Harbour Bridge on Friday afternoon. T…

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Poll: Should the NZ Wars be made compulsory?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Kia ora neighbours,

Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was … View moreKia ora neighbours,

Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was debated.

But one debate is still ramping up - should the New Zealand Wars become a compulsory part of the curriculum? What do you think? Take part in our poll below!

Should the NZ Wars be made compulsory?

• Yes, it's an important part of our history
• It should be taught, but shouldn't be compulsory
• No, I'm against the idea
• I'm for both te reo and the wars to be compulsory

Vote View Results

• 33.6% Yes, it's an important part of our history
  33.6% Complete
• 39.5% It should be taught, but shouldn't be compulsory
  39.5% Complete
• 13.1% No, I'm against the idea
  13.1% Complete
• 13.8% I'm for both te reo and the wars to be compulsory
  13.8% Complete

2408 votes

Child’s Coat

Jo from Takapuna

Duck & Dodge quilted Winter jacket with detachable hood
Height 134cms age 9yrs. Orange.

Price: $35

Girls tops size 8-10 yrs

Jo from Takapuna

2 piece set singlet and blouse.
Pink, floral, heart
Each $10

Price: $10

Auckland Overnight motorway closures 16 to 22 September 2018

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 21st September 2018.

Closures will occur on the … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am, unless otherwise stated. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 21st September 2018.

Closures will occur on the Northern Motorway (SH1), Central Motorway Junction (Sh1 & SH16), Southern Motorway (SH1), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18), Southwestern Motorway (SH20), George Bolt Memorial Drive (SH20A). Full details here.

Please follow the signposted detours. The Transport Agency thanks you for your co-operation during these essential improvements and maintenance.

Child’s bike

Jo from Takapuna

Pink kids bike

Price: $20

Children’s Shoes

Jo from Takapuna

Various children’s shoes $10 each pair.

Price: $10

Heelys shoes

Jo from Takapuna

Size 5 Heelys roller shoes unwanted Present worn once.

Price: $125

Child’s desk

Jo from Takapuna

Blue Formica top opening wooden desk with metal legs.

Price: $23

Concrete con-man would have to 'rob a bank' to make amends to those he duped

Juliet Mcghie Reporter from North Shore Times

A concrete con-man who ripped off customers to the tune of thousands of dollars says he would love t…

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National MP Maggie Barry accused of bias during euthanasia hearings

Juliet Mcghie Reporter from North Shore Times

haier condenser tumble drier

Sydney from Northcote

Is anybody using a Haier condenser tumble drier and finding that the wash is always damp when it stops. We have used all kind of settings and at extra dry ,but always damp. Anyone has a solution, .We have had a Fisher and Paykel service man  look at it , but machine is not better for it.

Returning to Work?

Charlotte from Pure Purpose Life Coaching

Every parent wants to feel confident, positive and happy about their return to work so get your personal programme and one-on-one appointment with the Number One Coach for Mums, Charlotte Griffiths.
As a wife, mother and founder of Purpose Life Coaching, Charlotte understands the challenges … View moreEvery parent wants to feel confident, positive and happy about their return to work so get your personal programme and one-on-one appointment with the Number One Coach for Mums, Charlotte Griffiths.
As a wife, mother and founder of Purpose Life Coaching, Charlotte understands the challenges facing today’s parents as they step back into working life and provides a tailored package to make your return to work a positive experience.