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You decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and … View moreYou decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and decorate your letterbox for the festive season! Share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before 11 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!
Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
All 55 libraries across the Auckland Council network will operate until closing at the regular time on Christmas Eve and resume normal hours from Wednesday 4 January.
But due to lower demand for library services between the Christmas and New Year period, the region’s 21 local boards have … View moreAll 55 libraries across the Auckland Council network will operate until closing at the regular time on Christmas Eve and resume normal hours from Wednesday 4 January.
But due to lower demand for library services between the Christmas and New Year period, the region’s 21 local boards have decided that 15 libraries will close for the four days between Christmas and New Year.
Red Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
… View moreRed Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
"There's so much food and stuff gone, but we're alive - that's the main thing," says Kaikoura resident Diane Edkins (pictured) who finds out whether her house is given the all-clear while a Red Cross volunteer is with her: www.redcross.org.nz...
Please donate to Red Cross' November 2016 Earthquake Appeal at www.redcross.org.nz... Thank you for your support.
Thanks to all 1,680 of you who provided feedback on K Road enhancements. We've got a lot of reading to do! Find out what the next steps are on: AT.govt.nz...
Since the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and … View moreSince the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and should be the hearts of our communities
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We're backing schools to set up walking buses and other solutions, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
We wrote to the nation's mayors pleading with them to lower speed limits outside schools, and many have come back to us with expressions of support. We talked to well-known New Zealanders with school-aged kids, and they united behind the campaign.
You can get involved too. We know people are busy, so the Sunday Star-Times and Neighbourly are encouraging families to choose one day a week when they and their kids walk, scoot, cycle - even ride a horse if that's what works for you!
I've chosen Mondays as the days I'll cycle to school with my 6-year-old son. And Neighbourly has set up a special pledge page, where you can choose a day when you will try to Foot It with your kids, talk with others doing the same - and go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters. www.neighbourly.co.nz...
The 7.5 magnitude earthquake near Culverden earlier this week has got people thinking about what to do to be safe in an emergency.
The most important thing that you can do for yourself and your family is to take the time to sit down and talk about what you would do in an emergency. Go to … View moreThe 7.5 magnitude earthquake near Culverden earlier this week has got people thinking about what to do to be safe in an emergency.
The most important thing that you can do for yourself and your family is to take the time to sit down and talk about what you would do in an emergency. Go to www.happens.nz... where you can make a plan to help with these discussions.
Here’s a summary of what you should do. Firstly, talk with your family and decide what you will all do in the case of an emergency.
- If you can’t get home – where will you meet?
- Who will pick up the kids?
- What will you do if you can’t get hold of each other?
- Who else do you need to help?
Involve your kids in these discussions, talk to your neighbours or your wider family. It’s important that everyone knows what to do in an emergency.
You should also prepare for situations including:
- having no water
- having no power
- having to leave in a hurry.
Most emergency items will already be in your home, perhaps now is a good time to check that you all know where they are and that they are in working order or there is enough for 3-4 days. Check:
- radio and torch
- phone and charger
- first aid kit and family medicines – such as a spare asthma inhaler
- food and a means to cook
- pet food
- important documents like passports
- water
- toilet paper
- blankets and spare clothing, including sturdy footwear (in case you are evacuated during the night)
- make sure you have thought of all family members - a dummy or a child’s teddy may come in handy.
Disasters can strike at any place at any time and the best defence is to be prepared. Go to www.happens.nz...
Come along to the Community Recycling Centre OPEN DAY at Western Springs (Waiorea)
. This centre will service a large part of Auckland so come along and find out how you can help, get involved, provide feedback, introduce new ideas.
- Saturday 19 November, 10.30am -1.30pm
- Western Springs … View moreCome along to the Community Recycling Centre OPEN DAY at Western Springs (Waiorea)
. This centre will service a large part of Auckland so come along and find out how you can help, get involved, provide feedback, introduce new ideas.
- Saturday 19 November, 10.30am -1.30pm
- Western Springs Community Garden Hall (956 Great North Road)
There is plenty of activities and fun planned and all are welcome.
With a registered AT HOP card, children aged 5-15 years pay 99 cents for bus and train travel on weekends and public holidays.
Make up to five bus or train trips over a four hour period with up to 30 minutes between each trip. Excludes SkyBus services.
Terms of use and registered prospectus for … View moreWith a registered AT HOP card, children aged 5-15 years pay 99 cents for bus and train travel on weekends and public holidays.
Make up to five bus or train trips over a four hour period with up to 30 minutes between each trip. Excludes SkyBus services.
Terms of use and registered prospectus for the AT HOP cards are available at AT.govt.nz/athop or at the AT Customer Service Centre, Britomart. The obligations of Auckland Transport under the AT HOP cards are unsecured.
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.
If you or if you know of anyone living within or near … View moreGood 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.
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, send through to my email address provided and note that a Police Check will also be part of the application process. Contact robyn.brady@redcross.org.nz
Selected New World, PAK’nSAVE and Four Square stores across Auckland will now be stocking prepay blue AT HOP cards. Terms and registered prospectus: AT.govt.nz/athop. The obligations of Auckland Transport under the AT HOP cards are unsecured.
Get inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it … View moreGet inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it off or show it on your phone!) and we’ll give you your choice of The Range 2018 testpot colour 60ml FREE! Offer valid until 30 November 2016.
The weather looks like it'l shine for us on Sunday which is GREAT news for everyone coming along to the Parnell Festival of Roses.
The event is free, it is family friendly, dog friendly, foodie and MUSIC friendly. What better way to spend your Sunday.
See you there
- Parnell Festival of … View moreThe weather looks like it'l shine for us on Sunday which is GREAT news for everyone coming along to the Parnell Festival of Roses.
The event is free, it is family friendly, dog friendly, foodie and MUSIC friendly. What better way to spend your Sunday.
See you there
- Parnell Festival of Roses
- Sunday 13 November 10.30am - 4pm
- Dove-Myer Robinson Park (also known as the Parnell Rose Garden)
- Gladstone Road, Parnell
Take part in the annual Assistance Dogs NZ Charity Walk, a fun-filled afternoon at One Tree Hill Domain on Sunday, November 13. Bring your four-legged friend, join the group walk and show your support for this charitable organisation that assists those living with disabilities.
There will be … View moreTake part in the annual Assistance Dogs NZ Charity Walk, a fun-filled afternoon at One Tree Hill Domain on Sunday, November 13. Bring your four-legged friend, join the group walk and show your support for this charitable organisation that assists those living with disabilities.
There will be spot prizes to be won, a Best Fancy Dress competition, an ADNZ photobooth and free Cookie Time cookies to munch on! Registrations open at 1pm for a 1.30pm start. $10 entry for adults; free for children under 15 years. All proceeds go towards Assistance Dogs NZ and enriching the lives of those with disabilities.
The Dutch Cycling Embassy were in town this week sharing their insights on cycling best practice and feedback on Auckland's cycling journey.
The story of lovers Hinemairangi and Tamaireia will welcome drivers as they enter the new northbound Waterview Tunnel. bit.ly...
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