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The laughter is louder and faces brighter after the May family of East Tamaki won yesterday evening's big prize on Family Feud on television channel Three. They're excited to be taking home a brand new Suzuki Swift car and $10,000 cash.
George will be building a tiny house at Mitre 10 Mega Manukau tomorrow from 10-12. He proposes that tiny houses are a way for people to get on the property ladder.
One retiring New Zealand couple recently also chose to build a tiny house. It has enabled them to release equity in their home … View moreGeorge will be building a tiny house at Mitre 10 Mega Manukau tomorrow from 10-12. He proposes that tiny houses are a way for people to get on the property ladder.
One retiring New Zealand couple recently also chose to build a tiny house. It has enabled them to release equity in their home and go travelling.
For many, the deafening sounds of gongs, drums and cymbals, colourful costumes, and the rhythmic and dramatic movements of the lion and dragon dance are just routines of a Chinese celebration.
But in the eyes of East Auckland businessman Peter Low, who has been performing and teaching the dances… View moreFor many, the deafening sounds of gongs, drums and cymbals, colourful costumes, and the rhythmic and dramatic movements of the lion and dragon dance are just routines of a Chinese celebration.
But in the eyes of East Auckland businessman Peter Low, who has been performing and teaching the dances for decades, they're something worth his devotion of a lifetime.
Winner of Pop-Up Globe tickets
Congratulations to Christine Ewart who has won our competition for tickets to the Pop-Up Globe's performance of Much Ado About Nothing on March 27. Thank you to everyone who entered the draw. The Eastern Courier had an overwhelming response and encourages … View moreWinner of Pop-Up Globe tickets
Congratulations to Christine Ewart who has won our competition for tickets to the Pop-Up Globe's performance of Much Ado About Nothing on March 27. Thank you to everyone who entered the draw. The Eastern Courier had an overwhelming response and encourages readers to look out for more competitions and ticket giveaways, in the newspaper, online, and on Neighbourly.
The Pop-up Globe's season runs until May 14. Refer online to popupglobe.co.nz for details.
It was love at first sight when a Farm Cove man saw a Jaguar XK150 as a young lad.
Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!
The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for … View moreOur annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!
The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for Women’ campaign, which aims to empower women to take charge of their heart health.
We hope you will among the thousands decked out in the iconic Dick Frizzell designed red t-shirts this Mother’s Day.
Register for this year’s Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk before 31 March to receive early bird pricing. Plus, we've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes, Fujifilm NZ Instax Cameras + more.
So, if you haven’t made plans this Mother’s Day, please join us, get your active wear and running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health.
Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support! Buy tickets now.
It was a dream come true for Samuel Davy when the Automobile Association drove up to his East Auckland primary school. The AA responded to a recent Eastern Courier story to brighten the day of the young car fanatic.
It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Share your thoughts on whether you love or loathe this idea and make sure you vote in our Daylight Savings poll too.
What do you want Franklin to look like in the future? More transport options?, park development? These are some of the topics of discussion in Auckland Council’s 2017/2018 Annual Budget. Consultation is now open online until 4pm Monday 27 March 2017.
We're jumping on our bikes to cycle the length of the country! Help us raise more than $300,000 for Plunket New Zealand. Follow the journey and donate at www.pedalforplunket.org.nz #Pedal4Plunket
Does your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health… View moreDoes your community group need funding?
Are you putting together a project or event in the Franklin Local Board area? As well as the standard local grants, the local board is now able to approve quick response grants of up to $2000. Priority is given to: community events, community safety, health and wellbeing, environment.
Applications for Quick Response Grants: 13 Mar - 7 April
Applications for Local Board Grants : 13 Mar - 7 April
This Saturday's Botany Community Day gives opportunities for local organisations and service providers to connect directly with the public.
Exhibiting organisations include Botany Library, Habitat for Humanity, Ormiston Scout Group, Lions Club of Howick, Asian Family Services, Citizens … View moreThis Saturday's Botany Community Day gives opportunities for local organisations and service providers to connect directly with the public.
Exhibiting organisations include Botany Library, Habitat for Humanity, Ormiston Scout Group, Lions Club of Howick, Asian Family Services, Citizens Advice Bureau, Sowers Trust, and many more.
The event runs from 10am to 3pm, in the town square at Botany Town Centre.
Students are about to head back to Uni as the semester begins, which means there will be extra pressure on the roads. Auckland Transport have put on more seats to try and accommodate the increased usage including introducing four double decker buses in the North Shore.
Make sure you look out … View moreStudents are about to head back to Uni as the semester begins, which means there will be extra pressure on the roads. Auckland Transport have put on more seats to try and accommodate the increased usage including introducing four double decker buses in the North Shore.
Make sure you look out for train timetable changes from 12 March too.
The Vintage Store - Age Concern's charity store 3/154 Kolmar Road Papatoetoe has all it's glassware on sale this week!
All glasses (except coloured and crystal) 50cents
Dont miss these bargains
Howick Children's and Youth Theatre's newest production is a fairy tale with a bit of a twist. Penned by local East Auckland musician and budding author Kay Shacklock, Patch is a "prequel" to A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Patch plays from March 2-5 at 8pm, as outdoor … View moreHowick Children's and Youth Theatre's newest production is a fairy tale with a bit of a twist. Penned by local East Auckland musician and budding author Kay Shacklock, Patch is a "prequel" to A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Patch plays from March 2-5 at 8pm, as outdoor performances at Star of the Sea Park, 29 Granger Road, Howick. Tickets cost $10 per person
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