Maraetai, Auckland

2874 days ago

Tackling illegal rubbish dumping

Phil Goff from Phil Goff

This morning I announced significant new resources to tackle illegal dumping in Auckland.

For too long, illegal roadside rubbish dumping has blighted our city, harmed our environment and burdened ratepayers with the costs of clean-up. I’m sick and tired of it, Aucklanders are sick and tired of… View more
This morning I announced significant new resources to tackle illegal dumping in Auckland.

For too long, illegal roadside rubbish dumping has blighted our city, harmed our environment and burdened ratepayers with the costs of clean-up. I’m sick and tired of it, Aucklanders are sick and tired of it and I’m calling on you to help Council tackle the problem.

We have made it easier for people to report illegal dumping by setting up 0800 NODUMP – a dedicated phone line to make reporting easy.

We are also hiring additional enforcement staff, doubling the number of surveillance cameras in hotspot areas and speeding up the process to clean up dumped material in public areas.

People have been asking for better information on what they can do with their residential waste, so we have made this material more accessible through www.makethemostofwaste.co.nz... and improved the council website to make it easier to find out about inorganic collections (aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...)

I’m calling on our communities not to accept the irresponsible actions of a few individuals and cowboy commercial outfits, and to report illegal dumping.

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2874 days ago

Hurry up and wait on quarry decision

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

A hearing panel has asked for more time to make a decision about proposals to significantly expand a south-east Auckland quarry.

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2877 days ago

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2877 days ago

Local board calls for regional funding to repair coastal erosion problems

Liu Chen Reporter from Eastern Courier

Auckland Council's Paul Klinac confirms his team has been talking with the local board and Auckland Transport about options to manage erosion and sand replenishment in the area, with Cockle Bay, Eastern Beach, Bucklands Beach and Mellons Bay considered the top priorities. (Please put NFP/Not … View moreAuckland Council's Paul Klinac confirms his team has been talking with the local board and Auckland Transport about options to manage erosion and sand replenishment in the area, with Cockle Bay, Eastern Beach, Bucklands Beach and Mellons Bay considered the top priorities. (Please put NFP/Not for print if you don't want comments used.)

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2878 days ago

Take your skills on an adventure!

Volunteer Services Abroad

Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a … View more
Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance for volunteers and their partners.

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2878 days ago

Know any cute local spots to take a date? *WIN*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Valentine's Day is approaching and we're inviting Neighbourly members to share their favourite local date ideas for a chance to win! Comment below, and you'll go in the draw to win one of 5 double passes to the American Express Open Air Cinema screening down at Western Springs park!
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Valentine's Day is approaching and we're inviting Neighbourly members to share their favourite local date ideas for a chance to win! Comment below, and you'll go in the draw to win one of 5 double passes to the American Express Open Air Cinema screening down at Western Springs park!

PLUS: Neighbourly will be hosting at the Open Air Cinemas on February 18th to present Ferdinand. Book this night if you want to make it a Neighbourly date! OR come along to any night and receive free blanket hire if you show you're logged into the Neighbourly app on your phone.

*Double pass winners will be contacted on Monday 12th February*

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2879 days ago

Study Health with NZMA in 2018

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If yes, then you would fit right in to studying health at NZMA. Our Auckland City and Manukau campuses have health courses starting 5th March and 30th July. NZMA Health courses will … View more
Do you enjoy helping others? Are you a caregiver naturally and enjoy making a difference in people’s lives?

If yes, then you would fit right in to studying health at NZMA. Our Auckland City and Manukau campuses have health courses starting 5th March and 30th July. NZMA Health courses will equip you with the skills, professional knowledge, values, attitudes and cultural awareness you need to succeed in the health sector.

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2879 days ago

National junior touch comp heats up

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Counties Manukau will be out to defend their title
this Friday.

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