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2630 days ago

Mate Ma'a Tonga team welcome

The Team from

If you’re heading to the Mate Ma’a Tonga welcome at Manukau’s Vodafone Events Centre tomorrow, parking at the centre will be free. Flags & banners are welcome, but poles or sticks must be 1m or shorter & NOT metal. There’s no opportunity to see the team at Auckland Airport – they… View moreIf you’re heading to the Mate Ma’a Tonga welcome at Manukau’s Vodafone Events Centre tomorrow, parking at the centre will be free. Flags & banners are welcome, but poles or sticks must be 1m or shorter & NOT metal. There’s no opportunity to see the team at Auckland Airport – they won’t be passing through the public arrival areas.

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2630 days ago

Properties in many parts of Auckland now worth less than CV

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Possibly good news for Auckland home-buyers, not so great news for sellers.

Properties in about 50 parts of Auckland are now worth less than their CVs, new data from Homes.co.nz shows.

Even sought-after parts of central Auckland are now selling below CV.

See which suburbs' … View more
Hi neighbours,

Possibly good news for Auckland home-buyers, not so great news for sellers.

Properties in about 50 parts of Auckland are now worth less than their CVs, new data from Homes.co.nz shows.

Even sought-after parts of central Auckland are now selling below CV.

See which suburbs' properties are now worth less than their CVs, click here

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2631 days ago

Poll: Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?
  • 20.3% Bunch o Balloons, the water bombs that make every day a visit to the beach
    20.3% Complete
  • 61.1% Pipi Mā, the award-winning range of Te Reo Māori speaking and singing plush doll
    61.1% Complete
  • 18.6% Another nation or two to add to the Empire.
    18.6% Complete
360 votes
2631 days ago

Reader’s Rail Tour - North Island

Stuff

Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights… View more
Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights at the elegant Chateau Tongariro plus so much more.

Fabulous scenery, company, food, wine and excursions all combine to make this a brilliant experience.

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2631 days ago

Get hands on experience with NZMA!

NZMA

If you’re new to the commercial cookery environment, this course has all the right ingredients to get you started. Courses starting in October and November.

It’s ultra-practical and you’ll graduate knowing all about food safety and how to prepare basic dishes at an operational level. … View more
If you’re new to the commercial cookery environment, this course has all the right ingredients to get you started. Courses starting in October and November.

It’s ultra-practical and you’ll graduate knowing all about food safety and how to prepare basic dishes at an operational level. It’ll set you up with the basic skills commercial chefs are looking for in their kitchen staff. Contact us and enrol today!

See our students in training and see what you can expect to learn

Contact us and enrol now for October or November 2018!
Enrol now!

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2631 days ago

Welcome Mate Ma'a Tonga at Manukau’s Vodafone Events Centre

The Team from

Welcome the team ahead of their clash with Australia. Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau, Wednesday 10 October, 5.30pm - 6.30pm, free, all ages.

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2637 days ago

Do you have rubbish bin problems in your neighbourhood?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Some Papakura residents are so frustrated about their bin tags being swiped off their rubbish bins, they're coming up with some pretty creative ways to deter thieves. The pay-as-you-throw tags were introduced by Auckland Council in Papakura and west Auckland earlier this year… View more
Hi neighbours,

Some Papakura residents are so frustrated about their bin tags being swiped off their rubbish bins, they're coming up with some pretty creative ways to deter thieves. The pay-as-you-throw tags were introduced by Auckland Council in Papakura and west Auckland earlier this year and range from between $2.60- $5.50 a bin. To read more, click here.

Although the bin tags aren't city-wide, it got us wondering what other rubbish-bin issues were out there? Has your bin been stolen before? Do people fill your bins with their rubbish and recycling? Have you had lids or wheels broken off them? What extreme measures have you taken to make sure your rubbish gets collected? Let us know in the replies.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2632 days ago

28 October temporary bus route changes

The Team from Auckland Transport

The ASB Auckland marathon is being held on Sunday the 28th of October. To accommodate the course route, there will be a number of road closures affecting bus services on the North Shore, Tamaki Drive and in the City Centre. If you’re attending the event, or need to travel through this area, … View moreThe ASB Auckland marathon is being held on Sunday the 28th of October. To accommodate the course route, there will be a number of road closures affecting bus services on the North Shore, Tamaki Drive and in the City Centre. If you’re attending the event, or need to travel through this area, please plan your travel in advance and allow extra time. Find out more

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2632 days ago

Free kayak tour in Okura!

Canoe & Kayak North Shore

In support of the battle to protect the Long Bay Okura Marine Reserve and its surrounding area, Canoe & Kayak North Shore are donating free kayak trips in the marine reserve in the month of October. Just donate $50 for adults and $25 for children (under 18) to the Long Bay Great Park Society … View moreIn support of the battle to protect the Long Bay Okura Marine Reserve and its surrounding area, Canoe & Kayak North Shore are donating free kayak trips in the marine reserve in the month of October. Just donate $50 for adults and $25 for children (under 18) to the Long Bay Great Park Society through their Givealittle page to qualify for your freebie.

This kayak tour is just 20 minutes from downtown Auckland in the Long Bay – Okura Marine Reserve, bordered by protected native bush and regional council reserves, historic buildings, pa sites and natural wonders.

Many rare NZ seabirds can be seen and heard including NZ Dotterel, Variable Oystercatchers and Bar-tailed godwits. Flying mullet and stingrays are often sighted in the shallows of the Okura Estuary and Karepiro Bay, as they cruise under your kayak. Myrtle and Turtle, two resident stingrays, are regularly seen feeding off Dacre Cottage.

Come and enjoy a rare glimpse of what New Zealand was like in the old days. Phone or email with your qualifying code from your Givealittle donation to book your tour.

09 479 1002
northshore@canoeandkayak.co.nz
Donate here

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2633 days ago

Small business owner? Take our survey... *WIN*

Stuff

Small business in New Zealand is a big deal. So Stuff, in association with Neighbourly, wants to know what small business thinks about the big issues.

This survey will only take a couple of minutes, but will help us understand the challenges and opportunities for our little big businesses. … View more
Small business in New Zealand is a big deal. So Stuff, in association with Neighbourly, wants to know what small business thinks about the big issues.

This survey will only take a couple of minutes, but will help us understand the challenges and opportunities for our little big businesses. We'd love you to be involved.

Plus complete the survey and you're in the draw to win a $100 supermarket voucher to treat you and your team to morning tea!
Take the survey

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2633 days ago

Motorcyclists, should your safety be rewarded?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re a motorcyclist and you take safety training, should you get a rebate on your rego? ACC’s new proposal might reward you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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2634 days ago

Eat free meat for eight weeks

Liggins Institute

Could Wagyu beef protect you against heart disease? If you’re a man on the heavier side you could help us find out by eating meat or meat alternative. Join a Liggins Institute study today.

Find out if you're eligible by taking our screening survey.
Find out more!

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2634 days ago

Water quality testing to begin in Western Springs

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters team will start carrying out water and sediment tests in Western Springs Lake this month.

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