Mechanics Bay, Auckland

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2855 days ago

Heritage grant helps restore family memorials

Communications Team from Auckland Council

With the 2018 heritage grants open for applicants, we chat to last years' grant recipients and see where their heritage project is now.

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2855 days ago

Protect your child against most HPV cancers

Ministry of Health

In 2017, free HPV immunisations were extended to boys for the first time, with about two thirds of parents choosing to immunise their children through their school immunisation programme.

HPV-related cancers take a long time to develop. The viruses are mostly transmitted in adolescence but often… View more
In 2017, free HPV immunisations were extended to boys for the first time, with about two thirds of parents choosing to immunise their children through their school immunisation programme.

HPV-related cancers take a long time to develop. The viruses are mostly transmitted in adolescence but often aren’t diagnosed until later. That’s why it’s important for children to be immunised when they’re young.

Around 80% of people will be exposed to HPV in their lifetime. Immunisation can significantly reduce HPV-related harm. Protecting all children before they’re exposed to HPV will protect their health in the future.

Free HPV immunisation at school or from your GP. For more info visit: www.health.govt.nz/hpv
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2856 days ago

Your kind words are priceless

The Team from Children's Day

Remind tamariki just how important and special they are. In this episode of Tamariki News, hear why praise and encouragement is so important for children. www.youtube.com...

2856 days ago

Consultation month is coming!

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Throughout March, we’re consulting on our 10-year Budget, as well as the draft Auckland Plan 2050. We also want to know what you think about our Pest Management Plan and our Waste Management and Minimisation Plan. Have your say on the future of Auckland!

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2856 days ago

Poll: Would you spend a weekend in the garden to grow a season's worth of veges?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Gardener Lynda Hallinan couldn't quite believe it when she found out her grandfather used to spend one day in the garden every September, to produce enough veges to feed his family of eight for the summer. So she put his method to the test.
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Gardener Lynda Hallinan couldn't quite believe it when she found out her grandfather used to spend one day in the garden every September, to produce enough veges to feed his family of eight for the summer. So she put his method to the test.
Click here to see the results and check out Lynda's top 10 tips to super fast veges

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Would you spend a weekend in the garden to grow a season's worth of veges?
  • 56.5% Yes, I'd do whatever it takes
    56.5% Complete
  • 34.8% I like growing my own produce but not on this scale
    34.8% Complete
  • 8.6% No, I'll stick to buying my fruit and veg
    8.6% Complete
1240 votes
2856 days ago

2018 Auckland Lantern Festival: 01-04 Mar 2018

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Come and enjoy New Zealand’s largest Chinese festival, celebrating the new Year of the Dog, in the Auckland Domain.

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2856 days ago

Hospitality courses at NZMA can help get you a job!

NZMA

Create cocktails. Make great coffee. Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA they will teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry.
 
You’ll study:
- in a real bar and gain work experience in a café
- receive support and … View more
Create cocktails. Make great coffee. Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA they will teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry.
 
You’ll study:
- in a real bar and gain work experience in a café
- receive support and encouragement from your tutors
- graduate with a nationally recognised qualification

Come visit the Auckland South campus for a coffee and tour their facilities. Or go to one of the information evenings, that run every two weeks from 5pm to 7pm, find out more here.

Know anyone or want to enrol yourself?
Courses start in February and March, so get in touch with NZMA and enrol today.
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2856 days ago

Are you worried about getting old fashioned dentures?

Wendy Maloney from Denture Concepts

Hi Neighbours. Can’t afford an expensive implant? Worried about getting old fashioned dentures? We have the solutions, from aesthetically pleasing flexible dentures for one small tooth, to partial and full dentures specifically tailored to your specifications. Bring in your favourite smiley photo… View moreHi Neighbours. Can’t afford an expensive implant? Worried about getting old fashioned dentures? We have the solutions, from aesthetically pleasing flexible dentures for one small tooth, to partial and full dentures specifically tailored to your specifications. Bring in your favourite smiley photo of yourself to enable us to provide the look you desire.

We also offer same day Relines and Repairs by appointment. Phone 09 368 5793. Find us at Level 4, 6 Arawa Street (off Khyber Pass), Grafton. Lifts and parking available.
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2857 days ago

Make an effort to put children first

The Team from Children's Day

Whether we have kids of our own or not, every one of us has a role to play in making sure that Kiwi kids feel safe, loved and able to reach their potential. Children's Day, which is held on the first Sunday of March, is a time to pause, reflect and honour our children, and an opportunity for … View moreWhether we have kids of our own or not, every one of us has a role to play in making sure that Kiwi kids feel safe, loved and able to reach their potential. Children's Day, which is held on the first Sunday of March, is a time to pause, reflect and honour our children, and an opportunity for all New Zealanders to think about the collective responsibility we all have to put our tamariki first.

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2857 days ago

Temporary timetable on trains due to industrial action

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Due to industrial action by the RMTU trains on the Southern, Western and Eastern Lines will run on a 20-minute frequency during peak on weekdays until 16 March. Six-car trains will run on as many services as possible. Please plan ahead: at.govt.nz...

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2858 days ago

Over 100 Children's Day events across NZ!

The Team from Children's Day

With just one week to go until Children's Day, how will you celebrate? There's so much happening all around Aotearoa, so put tamariki first this Sunday 4 March and check out what's happening near you: childrensday.org.nz... www.youtube.com...

2858 days ago

Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Neighbours - add a little colour to your life and help those in need at the same time. Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot*!

Every can of food you donate means you save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.60 on an 80ml testpot)… View more
Neighbours - add a little colour to your life and help those in need at the same time. Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot*!

Every can of food you donate means you save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.60 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.

We'll donate every item you bring in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

So start gathering up those cans and bring them into your local Resene owned ColorShop.
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*60-80ml testpot.
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2859 days ago

Hidden in plain sight - this house is full of surprises

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Do you recognise this Hopetoun Street building?

Its exterior might look fairly unassuming, but inside lies an astonishing multi-story home designed for indulgence. Created by Virgil and Fay Roberts, you can see more, here.

2859 days ago

Hidden in plain sight - this house is full of surprises

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Do you recognise this Hopetoun Street building?

Its exterior might look fairly unassuming, but inside lies an astonishing multi-story home designed for indulgence. Created by Virgil and Fay Roberts, you can see more, here.

2859 days ago

Learn bike skills for free on the Lightpath

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Learn bike skills for free Wednesday 28 February on the Lightpath from 5:30-7:30pm.

An opportunity for adults to learn to ride a bike and mix it with unique lighting and fabulous views over the city. Bikes are available if you need one!

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