Maraetai, Auckland

3048 days ago

Young East Auckland chefs impress in national TV cook-off

Liu Chen Reporter from Eastern Courier

Somerville Intermediate School has two teams stood out and entered this year's Maggi Pop-Up Kitchen Showdown as the fifth and last semi-finalists. They are girls' team Eminem and boys' team Coconut Sharks.

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3048 days ago

ACC legal bills skyrocket, creating an 'uneven playing field' for claimants

Reporter Sunday Star Times

ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier … View more
ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier this week after he found out he'd be facing off against a senior corporate attorney from Wellington.

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3049 days ago

Get ready to roll...

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Remember neighbours: Start using your new rubbish bin from 4th September. Put your rubbish bin out on the kerb on your normal collection day. Text your address to 3169 to sign up for a free reminder. Find out more

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3049 days ago

Buy biscuits and be in to WIN!

FreshChoice Otahuhu

The good old Kiwi biscuit has become a staple in many New Zealand homes. Whether it’s a Tim Tam with a cuppa, or a cracker and a piece of brie, we’re taking our biscuits for granted.

We've teamed up with Arnott’s to offer you a chance to win a share of $75K in cash and weekly gift … View more
The good old Kiwi biscuit has become a staple in many New Zealand homes. Whether it’s a Tim Tam with a cuppa, or a cracker and a piece of brie, we’re taking our biscuits for granted.

We've teamed up with Arnott’s to offer you a chance to win a share of $75K in cash and weekly gift vouchers when you buy any pack of Arnott's biscuits.

Click here for more details and to enter the competition. Comp ends 5th November 2017. T&C's apply.

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3049 days ago

Audi A1 2013 tsfi only done 16500 km

Brendon from Clevedon

Audi A1 2013 low milage, lovely purple colour (Red Shiraz) in very good condition near new. Loved car with a rare Bose speaker system

- 1.4L turbo
- 92Kw
- Stronic
- Dual front airbags
- Side airbags
- Curtain airbags
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Audi A1 2013 low milage, lovely purple colour (Red Shiraz) in very good condition near new. Loved car with a rare Bose speaker system

- 1.4L turbo
- 92Kw
- Stronic
- Dual front airbags
- Side airbags
- Curtain airbags
- ABS brakes
- Electronic stability control
- Spoiler
- CD player
- Remote lock
- Electric windows mirrors
- Air conditioning
- Immobiliser
- NZ New
- Paddle Shift Controls

Sad sale of a much loved car, as I need to fund buying a new horse


********FINANCE AVAILABLE**********
- with 3 year mechanical warranty
- T&C apply

Call Brendon 021 726357

Price: $25,000

3049 days ago

Grand final victory secures rare league trophy for Pakuranga College

Phil / PJ Taylor Reporter from Eastern Courier

Rugby league and sport in general is on a positive high at Pakuranga College following their Senior A grade side's 18-8 win over James Cook High School in the Auckland Rugby League College season grand final last Wednesday.

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3049 days ago

Poll: What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Tell us more about what you look forward to reading each week.

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What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?
  • 51% News
    51% Complete
  • 10.5% Focus Features
    10.5% Complete
  • 3.5% Columns
    3.5% Complete
  • 35% Sunday Magazine
    35% Complete
314 votes
3049 days ago

The untold story of the fatal Battle of Baghak

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View more
Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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3050 days ago

Neighbours of slip house warned of unstable cliff edge

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

A 10-metre cliff collapsed onto Auckland's Eastern Beach yesterday taking most of a Clovelly Rd house's backyard with it. The owners have not been able to be contacted.
Airbnb guests staying next to the house say they were told to keep their daughter away from the unstable edge.

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