Flat Bush, Auckland

Yellow swan turns heads in Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The Birds Auckland group has been driving past regularly to check on the male swan that was shot with a crossbow in Auckland's Western Springs.

The group painted the bird's head yellow so they can watch over its welfare.

The swan was earlier reunited with its partner and cygnet after a… View moreThe Birds Auckland group has been driving past regularly to check on the male swan that was shot with a crossbow in Auckland's Western Springs.

The group painted the bird's head yellow so they can watch over its welfare.

The swan was earlier reunited with its partner and cygnet after a crossbow bolt was removed from its chest and the animal was treated with antibiotics.

If you notice any future problems with the swan, phone Birds Auckland on 09 256 7300

Record-breaking Lego models coming to Auckland Museum this summer

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Hi neighbours, The tallest model made of Lego in the Southern Hemisphere is coming to Auckland. A 7.5m tall replica of Nasa's Space Launch System (SLS), made from 450,000 Lego bricks, will go on display at Auckland Museum on December 3. It's part of a large new exhibition which also … View moreHi neighbours, The tallest model made of Lego in the Southern Hemisphere is coming to Auckland. A 7.5m tall replica of Nasa's Space Launch System (SLS), made from 450,000 Lego bricks, will go on display at Auckland Museum on December 3. It's part of a large new exhibition which also includes the largest ever Lego Caterpillar 797 dump truck, a 4.5m long Shinkansen train, and a more than 3m long Antonov 225 aeroplane.

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Pōhutukawa vandalism: Allegations among Karaka residents - was it an inside job?

Reporter Auckland Stuff

A series of accusatory hand-written notes have been delivered to residents of Harbourside Drive following Sunday’s vandalism of several trees.

Locals are feeling “absolutely disgusted” at the suggestion that they are behind the incident, which involved a vandal felling eight street … View moreA series of accusatory hand-written notes have been delivered to residents of Harbourside Drive following Sunday’s vandalism of several trees.

Locals are feeling “absolutely disgusted” at the suggestion that they are behind the incident, which involved a vandal felling eight street pōhutukawa trees with a chainsaw.

Paul and Sue Wilson, who have lived on the road for over 10 years, arrived home on Monday from a trip to Waiheke Island to find a line of felled trees and a curt hand-written note in their letterbox.

High winds on Harbour Bridge and trains cancelled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Aucklanders are advised to expect potential disruptions as Metservice reports high winds on the Harbour Bridge. Trains on the Eastern and Western lines have also been cancelled. Delays are expected, with felled trees, power disruptions and heavy rain experienced city-wide.

Here's what you … View moreAucklanders are advised to expect potential disruptions as Metservice reports high winds on the Harbour Bridge. Trains on the Eastern and Western lines have also been cancelled. Delays are expected, with felled trees, power disruptions and heavy rain experienced city-wide.

Here's what you need to know:
- North-easterly winds are being recorded in Auckland, with Metservice forecasting winds up to 110km/h between 2pm and 4pm in the bridge area.
- Waka Kotahi (NZTA) have introduced speed restrictions on the Harbour Bridge.
- Drivers of heavy vehicles and motorcyclists are advised to travel via the Western Ring Route (State Highways 16 and 18).

Stay up to date with the latest road closures and disruptions by heading to Waka Kotahi's (NZTA) journey planner. You can find an alternative public transport route by using the AT Journey Planner.

Waiata Shores Mural Competition

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"Space" sessions for Jun - Sep 2020 babies at Papatoetoe Playcentre

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Do you know someone with a baby born between June - September this year? Let them know about Space!
Hosted by our friends at Papatoetoe Playcentre on Thursday afternoons, Space is a great chance to get to know other local parents with babies at a similar age to yours in a fun and supportive … View moreDo you know someone with a baby born between June - September this year? Let them know about Space!
Hosted by our friends at Papatoetoe Playcentre on Thursday afternoons, Space is a great chance to get to know other local parents with babies at a similar age to yours in a fun and supportive environment.
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Poll: Are you in favour with Grant Robertson becoming the new deputy prime minister?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has revealed her new Cabinet lineup.

Grant Robertson will take on the role of deputy prime minister in the new Labour-led Government.

Are you in favour with Grant Robertson becoming the new deputy prime minister?

• Yes
• No

Vote View Results

• 80.2% Yes
  80.2% Complete
• 19.8% No
  19.8% Complete

872 votes

Clendon Community Celebration

Craig from Flat Bush

Everyone invited to this free family event on Friday evenimg at the Clendon Rec Centre, 17 Palmers Road. Clendon @ 7 pm.
Enjoy live music, dance, food and a positive message of hope!
Phone 262-4403 or 027-5456076 for more details.

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Diwali Dinner

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FREE baby starting solids workshop this month!

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Our starting solids workshops give whaanau FREE advice about what foods to give baby and nutrition advice for toddlers.

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