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3356 days ago

A newbie's initiation to Howick

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

My news director PJ Taylor decided to send me out to become familiar with Howick.

So I hitched a ride on the Heritage Festival bus tour and wrote about my discoveries.

Read on and tell us what you know about the areas I visited! www.stuff.co.nz...

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3357 days ago

Renew your permit to drive on Muriwai and Karioitahi beaches

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Summer is almost here and it’s time for people to renew their permits to drive on Muriwai and Karioitahi beaches.

The permits are free and can be applied for online through the Auckland Council website. Beach users need to apply for a new permit every year for each vehicle they want to use. … View more
Summer is almost here and it’s time for people to renew their permits to drive on Muriwai and Karioitahi beaches.

The permits are free and can be applied for online through the Auckland Council website. Beach users need to apply for a new permit every year for each vehicle they want to use. bit.ly...

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3357 days ago

St John gives survivor a second wind

Reporter Eastern Courier

Four months ago, Peter Doig of Half Moon Bay went on a bike ride that he will never remember. "When I went into cardiac arrest I came off my bike and it was all over red rover," he says. Thanks to St John he is alive to tell the story.
Read more at: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3357 days ago

Auckland stages inaugural Taiwan Day

Liu Chen Reporter from Eastern Courier

Auckland celebrates its first Taiwan Day this weekend in the city's Aotea Square. People can experience Taiwan's indigenous music and dance, arts and crafts, taste its food, and learn about its history. Read more at: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3358 days ago

Poll: Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In this week's Pulse of the Neighbourhood Survey we're asking about the schools near you. Would you be happy to send your kids to your local - or would you rather send them somewhere else? Vote below!

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Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood
  • 66.6% Yes - I have great schools nearby
    66.6% Complete
  • 8.8% They're okay
    8.8% Complete
  • 15.1% No - I would rather send my children to another school
    15.1% Complete
  • 9.5% I don't know / not relevant to me
    9.5% Complete
1447 votes
3358 days ago

Avoid hidden surprises...

The Team from Jennian Homes CBD & East Auckland

So, you picked a builder…Yay! But...then you find out they’ve got a dodgy track record. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a free New Home Builders Info Session with us - your local Jennian team!.

We'll be happy to help you learn more about the hidden costs of … View more
So, you picked a builder…Yay! But...then you find out they’ve got a dodgy track record. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a free New Home Builders Info Session with us - your local Jennian team!.

We'll be happy to help you learn more about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid surprises by designing a home, customised for you, to work within your true budget. Find out more.
Register now

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3358 days ago

Beauty for a cause

Reporter Eastern Courier

Howick's Michelle Isemonger has claimed the glamorous title of Miss Auckland 2016. The 18-year-old won the title following six months of fundraising for charity Ronald McDonald House.
Read more at: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3358 days ago

Permit Reminder - Driving on Karioitahi Beach

Communications from Franklin Local Board

Summer is almost here and it’s time for people to renew their permits to drive on Karioitahi beach. The permits are free and can be applied for online through the Auckland Council website. Beach users need to apply for a new permit every year for each vehicle they want to use.
Follow the link … View more
Summer is almost here and it’s time for people to renew their permits to drive on Karioitahi beach. The permits are free and can be applied for online through the Auckland Council website. Beach users need to apply for a new permit every year for each vehicle they want to use.
Follow the link below:
www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...

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3359 days ago

What if you can't get home?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If you can’t take your normal route home, how will you get there? Who will you go with? Where will you meet up if your street is a no-go zone? Do your neighbours need help? Go to www.happens.nz... and make a plan today.

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3359 days ago

Why are SBS Bank’s rates so good?

SBS Bank

Ever wondered why our rates are so good? Find out in our latest TV commercial.

If you’re buying a new house or refinancing your mortgage, contact us on 0800 SBS BANK today or you can apply online at SBS Bank. T&Cs apply.
Learn more

3359 days ago

Dame Kiri inspires at East Auckland college

Reporter Eastern Courier

It has been 26 years since Kiwi-born operatic soprano Dame Kiri Te Kanawa last visited Macleans College. But today she graced the meeting space of Te Kanawa House and spoke of her humble beginnings and the hard work it takes to become an accomplished opera singer.
Read more at: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3360 days ago

Fireworks finale at Auckland Diwali Festival!

The Team from

It's not too late to make your way to Aotea Square this evening for the Auckland Diwali Festival. Grab a bite to eat at one of the food stalls, catch some vibrant performances on the main stage and then watch the spectacular Barfoot & Thompson fireworks finale at 9pm!

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3362 days ago

How to care for our baby birds

Reporter Eastern Courier

Spring is upon us and baby birds are hatching into the world.
To help protect fauna, the Wild Bird Care Charitable Trust is running a baby bird workshop which will provide key knowledge on how to rescue, feed, house and raise a baby bird through to weaning and release.
Go online to … View more
Spring is upon us and baby birds are hatching into the world.
To help protect fauna, the Wild Bird Care Charitable Trust is running a baby bird workshop which will provide key knowledge on how to rescue, feed, house and raise a baby bird through to weaning and release.
Go online to www.learnbirdcare.org... to register.

Read more at: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3363 days ago

New improvements at Mobil for a better station experience

Mobil

At Mobil we’ve made some improvements including re-imaged stations, lighting you’ll love our new look pumps for a more pleasant station experience. At selected sites only. Come see for yourself. At selected stations only. We think you’ll like what’s changed. Learn more here. Learn more

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3368 days ago

Howick returns two incumbent councillors

Tarannum Shaikh Reporter from Eastern Courier

Sharon Stewart and Dick Quax are returned as the Howick ward's two councillors on the Auckland Council.

Read more at: www.stuff.co.nz...

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