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Britomart Station becomes Waitematā Station
In 2003, Britomart opened as our new and only city centre train station. With City Rail Link (CRL) opening next year, that is set to change. We’ll have brand new stations in the city and new names.
Mana whenua gifted the name Waitematā Station for … View moreBritomart Station becomes Waitematā Station
In 2003, Britomart opened as our new and only city centre train station. With City Rail Link (CRL) opening next year, that is set to change. We’ll have brand new stations in the city and new names.
Mana whenua gifted the name Waitematā Station for Britomart Station. We’ve been using ‘Waitematā (Britomart)’ as a transitional name, but now it is time for the next step.
You’ll start to notice ‘Waitematā Station’ on our maps, signages, and online, including the AT Mobile app. While the name has changed, Waitematā Station remains a hub for trains, buses and ferries – and access to our waterfront, downtown, and everything the Britomart precinct has to offer.
The name reflects the station’s proximity to the Waitematā Harbour, which was named after its flat, glassy waters resemblance to matā (obsidian). The harbour’s name also reflects a visit from a Te Arawa ancestor who placed an obsidian stone as a mauri (talisman) in the northern part of the harbour.
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Epsom Methodist church
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MONDAY 7pm-8pm
22nd September
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Thought you were past your prime to become a rockstar? Don't sell yourself - or your health - short.
Research published this year has demonstrated that playing music helps keep dementia at bay - no matter how late in life the skill is picked up.
The basic idea behind this research is not… View moreThought you were past your prime to become a rockstar? Don't sell yourself - or your health - short.
Research published this year has demonstrated that playing music helps keep dementia at bay - no matter how late in life the skill is picked up.
The basic idea behind this research is not new - we know that 'cognitive reserve' (learning new things) plays a big role in delaying mental slowdown. But the reminder that "it is never too late" is welcome ...
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20 & 21 September
Held at Kings College
10 am to 4 pm
Free Parking
Free Entry
Family History, Paper crafts, Stamp and coin collecting, Wargamers, Astronomy, Toys, Taekwondo
COME AND SEE US TOMORROW ! BEST LITTLE LONG RUNNING COMMUNITY MARKET AROUND! FINA A BARGAIN, NZ MADE, LOCAL PEOPLE! PARKING AVAILABLE OPPOSITE AT MEDICAL CENTRE AND ROUND ABOUT! HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
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Hi Neighbours,
First up ........ I'd like to suggest you come along to these
monthly events if you can. Don explains lots of facets of day to day community events. I think you will be surprised how many hats he wears in his NZ Police position with years of knowledge in assisting and … View moreHi Neighbours,
First up ........ I'd like to suggest you come along to these
monthly events if you can. Don explains lots of facets of day to day community events. I think you will be surprised how many hats he wears in his NZ Police position with years of knowledge in assisting and protecting all facets of the community & it's people - not just writing speeding or parking tickets, attending burglaries etc !!! He also assists with rehoming the homeless, mental health issues and a lot more.
At these monthly get togethers you're welcome to ask questions & present issues that concern you to Don & MP Greg Fleming who is there to assist also.
Piper wasn't there last time, but he often joins us too.
COFFEE WITH A COP
No speeches, no agendas - just informal conversations about what matters to the community.
Onehunga Community Constable Don Allan &
MP Greg Fleming
next session - Thursday 2 October 1 pm - Onehunga Recycling Centre, 37 Victoria St, Onehunga.
Don mentions that the traffic teams have identified several ongoing issues contributing to risk on Onehunga roads. ( see the newsletter page 3 & 4 for more information on this )
Police Response and Community Engagement
In response to these incidents, NZ Police are increasing patrols in known trouble spots, including Princes Street, Neilson Street, and Church Street. We are also working with Auckland Transport to review signal timing and signage at key intersections.
Public engagement will also play a key role. Officers are visiting local schools and businesses to deliver road safety presentations, and we’re collaborating with the Onehunga Business Association to promote safe driving campaigns.
We encourage residents to report unsafe driving and near misses via the 105 non-emergency number or online. Dash cam footage can be incredibly helpful in investigating incidents and identifying patterns of concern.
Those with some spare time, the Onehunga Community Patrol is always looking for new patrollers. I did it for a few years, based then @ Mangere Bridge when they started and it's a simple way to assist your community ( see page 15)
Stay safe
Regards
Colleen
COMING SOON on 19th September and in time for the School Spring Holidays we are proud to bring you the Joy of Walking. Get to know your local area and get into our monthly photo competitions, challenges and prizes. Join with your mates, friends, family or on your own - join in, try it!
It is Conservation Week! Do you have any big plans for Conservation Week?
So many native fauna and flora make New Zealand special - show us a picture of your backyard native species in the comments below 💚 Perhaps we can inspire others to find the beauty in our local species.
Jetstar said it would add "close to" 500,000 seats across five of its most popular domestic and trans-Tasman routes, and was adding two new services - one domestic and one to Australia.
Around 135,000 seats would be created with new daily flights from Hamilton to Christchurch, and 17,000… View moreJetstar said it would add "close to" 500,000 seats across five of its most popular domestic and trans-Tasman routes, and was adding two new services - one domestic and one to Australia.
Around 135,000 seats would be created with new daily flights from Hamilton to Christchurch, and 17,000 would be added with flights three times a week from Queenstown to Brisbane between June and October 2026.
To support the changes, it said an additional A320 aircraft would be based in Auckland, which would bring its fleet in Aotearoa to nine.
The airline called the changes its "single-biggest expansion ever" of its New Zealand and trans-Tasman network.
It also noted increased services to Australia would allow many more one-stop routes for Kiwis visiting major cities in Asia.
Jetstar capacity increase:
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Auckland and Christchurch: increasing from up to eight daily to up to 11 daily (290,000 additional seats per year)
Auckland and Brisbane: increasing from up to ten per week to twice daily (99,000 additional seats per year)
Auckland and Sydney: increasing from up to eight per week to up to 12 per week (79,000 additional seats per year)
Christchurch and Melbourne: increasing to daily year-round (26,000 additional seats per year)
Auckland and Dunedin: increasing from seven per week to up to 10 per week (From 26 October – 17 May 2026. 24,000 additional seats per year.
Qantas, which is owned by the same parent company as Jetstar, said it would begin flying its A220 aircraft between Wellington and Brisbane up to three times per week.
The Australian national carrier is also set to increase its capacity between Christchurch and Sydney, with up to two additional flights per week during February and March, adding more than 5000 seats to the route.
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Jetstar Group chief executive officer Stephanie Tully said the changes will ensure Kiwis have enhanced connectivity to Asia and beyond.
"These changes will give a much-needed boost to inbound tourism while offering Kiwis even more low-fares and choice in how they travel."
Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston said: "These new services will strengthen airline connectivity for both tourism and business within New Zealand and on the Trans-Tasman routes.
"Improved aviation connectivity is an important component in our Tourism Growth Roadmap and I congratulate Jetstar and Qantas for making these connections happen."
Air New Zealand recruits charter airline
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Earlier today, Air New Zealand announced it would welcome back Spanish charter airline Wamos Air during peak summer travel, as it navigates "ongoing global engine supply challenges with Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney".
Wamos Air would operate selected services between Auckland and Samoa, Fiji, Tahiti, Tokyo and Bali between October 30 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Air New Zealand said the Wamos-operated Airbus A330-300, which was previously flown by Virgin Atlantic, offers a cabin experience closely aligned with Air New Zealand's Boeing 787-9.
Last month, Air New Zealand signalled passengers should expect a 5% increase for all airfares amid rising operating costs.
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Spring’s here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. It’s a great time to get outside—many birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures 👀
Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of … View moreSpring’s here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. It’s a great time to get outside—many birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures 👀
Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of Conservation have put together a nifty guide on how to plan and plant a garden that attracts native birds.
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