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"Kia ora - John Orr from New World Devonport here. Keen to discover a new top drop in time for summer?
My favourite wine from this year’s New World Wine Awards is Chalk Hill’s Grenache Tempranillo 2018. As a fan of Rhone Valley Grenache blends, I really enjoyed this Australian variation… View more"Kia ora - John Orr from New World Devonport here. Keen to discover a new top drop in time for summer?
My favourite wine from this year’s New World Wine Awards is Chalk Hill’s Grenache Tempranillo 2018. As a fan of Rhone Valley Grenache blends, I really enjoyed this Australian variation because it has the full flavour of dark berry fruits with a nice subtle spiciness making it a real pleasure to drink.” And Vaki Plakic from New World Remuera’s pick is Stoneleigh’s Rapaura Chardonnay. “I’m usually a Hawkes Bay Chardonnay fan, but this year I discovered the Rapaura Chardonnay from Marlborough, which is rich in fruit flavour and well balanced. Plus, it’s this year’s Award’s Champion Chardonnay, so you can’t go wrong with this wine!”
Come into your local New World and explore the Top 50 Gold-medal winning wines – we have winners for every budget. Plus join us for complimentary wine sampling and try before you buy.
Hi Neighbours,
Open day at Settlers Lifestyle Village on Thursday 24th October
When: From 2.00pm to 5.00pm
Where: Settlers Lifestyle Village - 550 Albany Highway, Albany
If you are interested in Lifestyle Village living at Settlers, take a tour, get a Settlers Goodie Bag, and see our … View moreHi Neighbours,
Open day at Settlers Lifestyle Village on Thursday 24th October
When: From 2.00pm to 5.00pm
Where: Settlers Lifestyle Village - 550 Albany Highway, Albany
If you are interested in Lifestyle Village living at Settlers, take a tour, get a Settlers Goodie Bag, and see our residents enjoy twilight bowls
Call Olivia or Glenda on 0800 102 652
Antibiotics are commonly asked for from our patients but did you know that they are not always necessary?
Antibiotic resistance is on the rise and poses an enormous threat worldwide so always ask a health professional before taking antibiotics.
Click on the link below to read more.
The new playground and basketball half-court continue to take shape at Manuka Reserve, Bayview :)
Due for completion in Mid-December (weather permitting).
I'm looking forward to testing out this equipment!
Auckland Transport have released an update on the construction of pedestrian bridges either side of the Northcote Road bridge over State Highway 1. The bridges form part of the Northcote Safe Cycle Route that stretches from Smale's Farm to Northcote Point, and will include iwi artwork (see … View moreAuckland Transport have released an update on the construction of pedestrian bridges either side of the Northcote Road bridge over State Highway 1. The bridges form part of the Northcote Safe Cycle Route that stretches from Smale's Farm to Northcote Point, and will include iwi artwork (see below) and be lit at night.
Construction will begin in early November 2019, and will take approximately 12 months to complete.
The bridges will provide a 3.3 metre-wide, separated shared path on either side of the over-bridge. They will make it safer for kids to get to school, encourage more people to walk and cycle, and allow enough capacity for now and into the future. The works will also include:
* the existing Northern Busway Bridge will be widened at the southbound on-ramp to allow for a shared path;
* at the southbound off-ramp, the existing traffic island will be removed, the left movement will be signalised, and the existing footpath will be widened to include a shared path;
* the lighting along the route will be upgraded (where possible);
* the signalised intersections at the SH1 on/off ramps will be updated to include bikes.
Reuben Kirkwood of Ngāi Tai ki TāmakiIwi has created a custom artwork that extends across the span of the bridges. The artwork represents visually at day and night the founding of the volcanic landscape in Tāmaki. The Maori deities, Mataaho (keeper of earths secrets), Mahuika (deity of fire), and Rūamoko (deity of volcanoes), are acknowledged as alternating and interwoven threads depicting power, distortion, seismic upheaval, and the resulting creation of Pupuke.
Public consultation on the bridges was carried out by Auckland Transport in 2014 as part of the wider Northcote Safe Cycleway.
More information: at.govt.nz...
:I'm pleased to finally check this one off! These new signs have been installed to make it clearer where the 24/7 off-leash area for dogs begins and ends.
Back in 2014, the Kaipātiki Local Board held dog rule hearings and heard about on-going problems with dogs running from the off-leash area… View more:I'm pleased to finally check this one off! These new signs have been installed to make it clearer where the 24/7 off-leash area for dogs begins and ends.
Back in 2014, the Kaipātiki Local Board held dog rule hearings and heard about on-going problems with dogs running from the off-leash area into neighbouring properties, so we made the decision to install a dog-proof gate. But no money was ever assigned to it...
Fast-forward to 2018 and I managed to secure some budget for the project. It turned out that a gate won't work due to the terrain, so the Local Board instead decided to install information signs with maps at each end of the open area. The maps also help to clarify the boundary of the park and private properties as that isn't obvious when you are there.
Come to the city's edge on Labour Weekend 25-28 October at the Auckland Viaduct and be part of our maritime history at Tuia 250 ki Tāmaki Makaurau. Visit tall ships and waka, enjoy tasty kai, family activities, music, exhibits, talks and more.
Check out OurAuckland for a full list of … View moreCome to the city's edge on Labour Weekend 25-28 October at the Auckland Viaduct and be part of our maritime history at Tuia 250 ki Tāmaki Makaurau. Visit tall ships and waka, enjoy tasty kai, family activities, music, exhibits, talks and more.
Check out OurAuckland for a full list of events.
A quick reminder not to move any green waste from host plants (e.g. fruit tree pruning and vegetable waste) out of the Fruit Fly controlled area in Northcote/Birkenhead. Please use the Biosecurity NZ waste bins.
See more info (and maps of the controlled area) on our website.
A big thank you … View moreA quick reminder not to move any green waste from host plants (e.g. fruit tree pruning and vegetable waste) out of the Fruit Fly controlled area in Northcote/Birkenhead. Please use the Biosecurity NZ waste bins.
See more info (and maps of the controlled area) on our website.
A big thank you to everyone for your continued help.
Ballerinas twist, turn and move so gracefully that they often seem other-worldly, but would you ever compare a ballerina to a bag?
In our Carried Away: Bags Unpacked exhibition, artist Isaac Katzoff’s glass bag got itself a nickname of just that: the ballerina. The nickname was given after the … View moreBallerinas twist, turn and move so gracefully that they often seem other-worldly, but would you ever compare a ballerina to a bag?
In our Carried Away: Bags Unpacked exhibition, artist Isaac Katzoff’s glass bag got itself a nickname of just that: the ballerina. The nickname was given after the bag hinted at graceful movement while it was under the spotlight in the photography studio - it's inner performer was at the ready.
Although the Museum holds many objet d’art (art objects), the beautiful photography and images of the collection are themselves works of art, as this image of Katzoff's bag here is. Museum photographers work behind the scenes to create images of objects that act as both documentation and art.
As Artweek Auckland comes to a close this weekend, we wanted to showcase just one of many of the wonderful objet d'art from within our Applied Arts & Design collection.
Come and see 'the ballerina' for yourself, alongside many other wonderful works of art at Carried Away: Bags Unpacked, on now and free with Museum entry.
Nelson Mandela’s philosophy was: “A bright future beckons! The onus is on us, through hard work, honesty and integrity, to reach for the stars.”
Read more: bit.ly...
Swimmers have been told to avoid a popular Auckland swimming spot due to high E coli levels. Auckl…
Hi everyone. I'm a homebased childcare educator for Kia Ora Kids at Home Childcare. I have a rare full-time under two space available for any under 5 year olds. I have been a care educator for nearly 9 years and live in Sunnynook and regularly attend playgroups, go to mainly music, the … View moreHi everyone. I'm a homebased childcare educator for Kia Ora Kids at Home Childcare. I have a rare full-time under two space available for any under 5 year olds. I have been a care educator for nearly 9 years and live in Sunnynook and regularly attend playgroups, go to mainly music, the library, parks, playgrounds, beaches and have lots of indoor and outdoor toys available. I also love to do arts and crafts and science experiments with the kids. We offers subsidies to families that meet the WINZ criteria and 20h free for 3 & 4 year olds. Hourly rate is $6.50. if you are interested send me a message or call me on 0211553751
Aline, 78 years old lost weight and reduced cellulite. Exercise was part of her success but not everything.
Book in for a free 30 min consultation if you like to get started on the road of lasting success & find out her secrets.
“I have employed ildy as my coach in March 2010. I find her … View moreAline, 78 years old lost weight and reduced cellulite. Exercise was part of her success but not everything.
Book in for a free 30 min consultation if you like to get started on the road of lasting success & find out her secrets.
“I have employed ildy as my coach in March 2010. I find her personal attention to detail, keeping the sessions entertaining, challenging and her utmost care of wellbeing are her key attributes.
I have dropped a dress size, lost cellulite on my thighs and had a 'feel good' demeanour after each session. I can recommend her to anyone, young or older, you will find her fun and devoted to your improvement.Aline Ryan , 78 years old”
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Hi neighbours, an international report has ranked NZ's child obesity rate second-worst in the OECD with 39 per cent of Kiwi kids overweight or obese. Unicef is now calling for the Government to introduce a sugar tax to curb the problem. Would you support this? What do you think needs to be … View moreHi neighbours, an international report has ranked NZ's child obesity rate second-worst in the OECD with 39 per cent of Kiwi kids overweight or obese. Unicef is now calling for the Government to introduce a sugar tax to curb the problem. Would you support this? What do you think needs to be done about child obesity? Read the full story here: www.stuff.co.nz...
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