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3309 days ago

New rules around home pools this summer

Communications Team from Auckland Council

The government has repealed the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987 from 1 January 2017.
New rules are now part of the Building Act 2004. You still need a fence or other complying barrier for existing and new pools. bit.ly...

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3309 days ago

Proudly supporting junior football - plus giving away great prizes!

McDonald's

We’ve supported junior football in New Zealand for over a decade – helping thousands of kids, their coaches and parents kick-start dreams. We've also been recognising the people who make it happen; over 6000 coaches around the country who give up their time every season to support their … View moreWe’ve supported junior football in New Zealand for over a decade – helping thousands of kids, their coaches and parents kick-start dreams. We've also been recognising the people who make it happen; over 6000 coaches around the country who give up their time every season to support their communities. A special congratulations to our 2016 Junior Football Coaches of the Year! Recognise anyone in your community?

We want to get even more Kiwi kids outdoors this summer and practicing their football skills for next season. That’s why we’ve partnered with Neighbourly to give away 60 football and bottle prize packs! Find out how to win!
Enter now

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3309 days ago

Got an active Kiwi kid? Share a photo and WIN football prize packs.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kiwi kids thrive on playing outdoors. Whether it's climbing trees, kicking a ball or building a hut, getting outside and exploring our backyards is part of who we are. So we've partnered with our friends at McDonald's to celebrate this New Zealand rite of passage. All you have to do … View moreKiwi kids thrive on playing outdoors. Whether it's climbing trees, kicking a ball or building a hut, getting outside and exploring our backyards is part of who we are. So we've partnered with our friends at McDonald's to celebrate this New Zealand rite of passage. All you have to do is share a photo below of the smallest members of your family outdoors with their football and you could win one of 60 football and bottle prize packs.

Please note: any photos shared below may star on Stuff.co.nz next week! Your football loving Kiwi kid could be famous!

Post your photo below to enter the draw.

T&Cs apply.

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3309 days ago

Community venues available for hire

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Our community venues are affordable and easy to book online. Find out more at OurAuckland: bit.ly...

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3309 days ago

Westhaven to City cycle route

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Feedback is open on the propose cycle route until 18 December, have your say now: at.govt.nz...

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3309 days ago

Have your say on the Westhaven to City cycle route

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Have your say on the Westhaven to City cycle route - an important connection in Auckland’s cycle network

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3309 days ago

Basic supplies

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Do you have your basic supplies ready if you are stuck at home or have to leave in a hurry? Make a plan today to work out what you need, who can help you and who might need your help.
www.happens.nz...

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3313 days ago

Win vouchers for the Auckland Night Noodle Markets!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The world famous Night Noodle Markets are coming to Auckland next week, taking over Victoria Park from Wednesday Nov 30 - Sunday Dec 4. With over 20 vendors serving food from across the Asian continent, plus non-stop entertainment and free entry, this is an event not to miss. There's also a … View moreThe world famous Night Noodle Markets are coming to Auckland next week, taking over Victoria Park from Wednesday Nov 30 - Sunday Dec 4. With over 20 vendors serving food from across the Asian continent, plus non-stop entertainment and free entry, this is an event not to miss. There's also a chance to win a trip to the UK flying Singapore Airlines!

We're excited to have 50 x $5 vouchers to give away - just like or thank this post to be in the draw! Find out more about the event.
Find out more

3313 days ago

How we treat Auckland's drinking water

Gemma Bridge from Watercare

Every day, we work hard to deliver ‘Aa’-graded drinking water to 1.4 million people throughout Auckland.

Want to know how we treat Auckland's drinking water? Read our latest Tapped In newsletter.

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3313 days ago

Apply now to have a stall at the Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival

The Team from

The Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival is a free, family-friendly event that celebrates the Māori culture and heritage of Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland. There will be kiwi musicians, kapa haka performances, kids' activities, storytelling, delicious kai & more! It's all happening on … View moreThe Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival is a free, family-friendly event that celebrates the Māori culture and heritage of Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland. There will be kiwi musicians, kapa haka performances, kids' activities, storytelling, delicious kai & more! It's all happening on Auckland's waterfront this Anniversary Weekend (28 - 30 Jan).

We are now taking applications for those wanting to have a food or craft stall at the festival. Find out more at www.aucklandnz.com...

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3314 days ago

Make sure you're prepared...

EQC

No one knows when or where earthquakes will occur, but everyone can be prepared.

The simplest thing you can do to keep your family safe in a quake is to secure objects and furniture. This reduces the chance they will fall over causing injury or damage.

Click here to see how easy it is to … View more
No one knows when or where earthquakes will occur, but everyone can be prepared.

The simplest thing you can do to keep your family safe in a quake is to secure objects and furniture. This reduces the chance they will fall over causing injury or damage.

Click here to see how easy it is to make your home safer in an earthquake.
Learn more

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3314 days ago

Be prepared when travelling to Christmas parades this Weekend

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Santa’s getting ready to visit his loyal followers in suburbs across Auckland. If you’re heading to a Santa parade, please remember to be sun smart with hats and sunblock, and bring a drink bottle – especially for little ones.

Make sure you know when parades are happening – even if … View more
Santa’s getting ready to visit his loyal followers in suburbs across Auckland. If you’re heading to a Santa parade, please remember to be sun smart with hats and sunblock, and bring a drink bottle – especially for little ones.

Make sure you know when parades are happening – even if you're not planning on attending – and you're aware of the traffic, transport and parking disruptions that may occur.

Auckland Transport has information on stop closures and alternative routes for buses during parades including Westgate, Mairangi Bay, Onehunga, Ōrewa, and Kumeū. In the city centre, Large parts of Queen Street, Albert Street, Victoria Street, Commerce Street, Customs Street, Beach Road, Mayoral Drive and other areas of the city centre will be closed.

Several bus routes and Fullers ferries will have extra services running on the day. See which ones apply to you, or use the Journey Planner to find times for regular scheduled services.
Most bus services will be diverted from the start of service until the roads reopen about 5pm.

Don’t forget – kids ride for 99c on weekends with AT Hop.

An important message about trains: Please be advised that balloons cannot be carried on trains or in the stations due to the risk of them flying away and hitting the overhead power lines.

Farmers Santa Parade

If you're heading to the the Farmers Santa Parade, Santa says driving into town isn't a great idea, as it will be very busy and hard to get around because of road closures. He's suggesting you take a bus, train or ferry instead!

Public transport will be busier than usual but Auckland Transport is putting on some extra services to make sure everyone is in town for the 1pm parade. Plan your journey in advance and travel early.

If you are planning drive in to the city centre, please be aware that road closures and parking restrictions will be in place.

Public parking is free at the Downtown, Victoria Street and Civic car parks for vehicles parked by 11am and exited by 6pm.Visit At.govt.nz to see how these could affect you.

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3315 days ago

Poll: Near or far: How do your kids get to school?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

With the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a… View more
With the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a school on the other side of town. So tell us the main mode of transport by which your children or grandchildren commute.
Plus: Don't forget to join up to a Foot It Club at www.neighbourly.co.nz..., and go into the draw to WIN one of 50 Micro scooters.

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Near or far: How do your kids get to school?
  • 40.5% They walk, ride or scoot to their nearest school.
    40.5% Complete
  • 7% They take a bus or other public transport to their nearest school.
    7% Complete
  • 20.5% They go by car to their nearest school.
    20.5% Complete
  • 2.8% The walk, ride or scoot to a school further away.
    2.8% Complete
  • 5.2% They take a bus or other public transport to a school further away.
    5.2% Complete
  • 22.4% They go by car to a school further away.
    22.4% Complete
  • 1.6% Other - please post a message to tell us about it.
    1.6% Complete
974 votes
3315 days ago

Be the Mentor you wish you had.

Debbie Leaver from YWCA Auckland

Mentors play a huge role in the lives of these young women and gain just as much out of the programme as the girls they mentor. It is an opportunity to learn about other cultures and network with like-minded women. While mentors take the opportunity to hold the door open for younger women to reach … View moreMentors play a huge role in the lives of these young women and gain just as much out of the programme as the girls they mentor. It is an opportunity to learn about other cultures and network with like-minded women. While mentors take the opportunity to hold the door open for younger women to reach their full potential, they come away with unique experiences that enrich their own lives.

Here is a video about the programme - vimeo.com...

2017 mentee intakes will come from Kelston Girls High School, Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate and Tamaki College.

Please note; this is a two to three year commitment. The actual time you will need to commit on a monthly basis is flexible and will depend on your relationship with your mentee. Almost all of our mentors tell us that what starts off feeling like a big commitment, becomes a fun experience they look forward to and it becomes a pleasure, not a burden.

seekvolunteer.co.nz...

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3315 days ago

Fundraising and Events Admin Support Volunteer Needed

The team from Red Cross Auckland

Good afternoon Volunteers
There is a volunteer position open for Event & Fundraising Admin support here at our Auckland Service Centre. We are looking for someone with excellent Office Suite, Social Media and some data entry skills.
We are looking for someone to support fundraising projects … View more
Good afternoon Volunteers
There is a volunteer position open for Event & Fundraising Admin support here at our Auckland Service Centre. We are looking for someone with excellent Office Suite, Social Media and some data entry skills.
We are looking for someone to support fundraising projects for 3 months from Jan-Mar, at least 6-8 hours per week, between 9-5 set time and weekdays (not evening nor weekends).
If you or if you know of anyone living within or near Auckland South and interested, please do let me know.
Please send through your CV noting your computer skill and send through to my email address provided and note that a Police Check will also be part of the application process. Thank you! Contact robyn.brady@redcross.org.nz

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