Northcote Point, Auckland

2376 days ago

Police helicopter tracks thief from CBD to North Shore

Caroline Williams Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours. A man who allegedly stole $5-6,000 worth of down feather puffer jackets from Macpac Ponsonby in a "grab and run" robbery was apprehended on Lake Rd after police traced his vehicle movements with the Eagle helicopter. The man was charged with shoplifting and will appear in … View moreHi neighbours. A man who allegedly stole $5-6,000 worth of down feather puffer jackets from Macpac Ponsonby in a "grab and run" robbery was apprehended on Lake Rd after police traced his vehicle movements with the Eagle helicopter. The man was charged with shoplifting and will appear in the Auckland District Court on Friday.
Have you heard of any other stores targeted for "grab and run" type thefts? Let us know in the comments.
[Please type NFP if your comment is not for print.]

Image
2377 days ago

New Uber Eats surcharge for busy areas

Caroline Williams Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours. Uber Eats has introduced a "busy area fee" for orders made during peak hours, where customers will pay a higher delivery fee to restaurants identified by an arrow on the app. Uber said the fee will ensure a variety of restaurants will be available during busy periods.
What … View more
Hi neighbours. Uber Eats has introduced a "busy area fee" for orders made during peak hours, where customers will pay a higher delivery fee to restaurants identified by an arrow on the app. Uber said the fee will ensure a variety of restaurants will be available during busy periods.
What do you think, is this fair? Will you still use Uber Eats when the surcharge applies?
[Please type NFP if your comment is not for print.]

Image
2376 days ago

Professional Speaking for Migrants

Andrew Barron from English Language Partners North Shore

Attached is a flyer for an upcoming course that we are running in conjunction with Speech New Zealand. Please share this with your networks.

Who will benefit from doing this course?

• Migrants who have a good knowledge of English but who need to develop their ability to speak with … View more
Attached is a flyer for an upcoming course that we are running in conjunction with Speech New Zealand. Please share this with your networks.

Who will benefit from doing this course?

• Migrants who have a good knowledge of English but who need to develop their ability to speak with confidence and clarity.

• Migrants who are preparing for job interviews or who want to gain promotion at work.

• Migrants wanting to develop their listening skills when in conversation with those who speak New Zealand English.

• Migrants who do interpreting and translating between their first language and English.



What will you learn?

• Speaking in front of an audience about your job, skills, experience, or community interests.

• Making social speeches, such as introducing a speaker, farewelling a colleague, or speaking at a funeral.

• Reading aloud in a way that maintains the interest and understanding of an audience.

• Developing and presenting talks using PowerPoint.

• Listening to talks and providing constructive feedback.

• Participating in work-related role plays such as dealing with complaining customers or doing job interviews.


Please do contact our office if you have any questions about this course.

Phone: 09 489 2078
424 Lake Road, Takapuna, Auckland 0622
northshore@englishlanguage.org.nz
www.englishlanguage.org.nz...

Image
2376 days ago

Professional Speaking for Migrants

Andrew Barron from English Language Partners North Shore

Attached is a flyer for an upcoming course that we are running in conjunction with Speech New Zealand. Please share this with your networks.

Who will benefit from doing this course?

• Migrants who have a good knowledge of English but who need to develop their ability to speak with … View more
Attached is a flyer for an upcoming course that we are running in conjunction with Speech New Zealand. Please share this with your networks.

Who will benefit from doing this course?

• Migrants who have a good knowledge of English but who need to develop their ability to speak with confidence and clarity.

• Migrants who are preparing for job interviews or who want to gain promotion at work.

• Migrants wanting to develop their listening skills when in conversation with those who speak New Zealand English.

• Migrants who do interpreting and translating between their first language and English.



What will you learn?

• Speaking in front of an audience about your job, skills, experience, or community interests.

• Making social speeches, such as introducing a speaker, farewelling a colleague, or speaking at a funeral.

• Reading aloud in a way that maintains the interest and understanding of an audience.

• Developing and presenting talks using PowerPoint.

• Listening to talks and providing constructive feedback.

• Participating in work-related role plays such as dealing with complaining customers or doing job interviews.


Please do contact our office if you have any questions about this course.

Phone: 09 489 2078
424 Lake Road, Takapuna, Auckland 0622
northshore@englishlanguage.org.nz
www.englishlanguage.org.nz...

2376 days ago

Progress on two of our new park toilets

John Gillon from

Progress on two of our new park toilets-
The Jean Sampson Reserve heritage-themed toilet is under construction; The Monarch Park butterfly-themed toilet is due to open today :)

2376 days ago

Sink Hole at Lynn Reserve

John Gillon from

A deep sinkhole appeared in Lynn Reserve, Bayview, over the weekend close to part of the learn-to-ride circuit. It was spotted and reported by a local resident out walking her dog. Council fenced off the site and are investigating the cause. Preliminary inspection indicates that the sinkhole … View moreA deep sinkhole appeared in Lynn Reserve, Bayview, over the weekend close to part of the learn-to-ride circuit. It was spotted and reported by a local resident out walking her dog. Council fenced off the site and are investigating the cause. Preliminary inspection indicates that the sinkhole occurred on top of a large corrugated iron pipe which is showing incorrectly in Council's system as a concrete pipe. CCTV inspections are underway.
Please take care in the area and don't go through the fence.
Here is a photo montage supplied by the contractor.

Image
2404 days ago

New toilet and signage at Monarch Park, Hillcrest

John Gillon from

It's fantastic that the long-awaited new toilet being installed at Monarch Park in Hillcrest, and the new entrance sign and directional bollards :)
It wasn't long ago that this was a hidden park, and I remember stumbling upon it when I was a kid and not being able to find it again! But … View more
It's fantastic that the long-awaited new toilet being installed at Monarch Park in Hillcrest, and the new entrance sign and directional bollards :)
It wasn't long ago that this was a hidden park, and I remember stumbling upon it when I was a kid and not being able to find it again! But work over the last couple of years has widened and enhanced the main Moore Street entrance, and the new sign with map will ensure that this park is no longer hidden!
This park has a lot to offer and is treasured by the local Monarch Park Place Making Project group, who have worked with the Kaipatiki Local Board on ideas and improvements for the park. There are lots of things for children to find in this park, including a natural play area, resident fairy, little library, mosaic tiles, ornaments, and there are future plans for a nature trail.
A big thanks to Project Manager Julie Crabb for pushing the toilet and signage through for the Local Board. And also thanks also to contractors Zac and Dave who have been out installing these and the new signs at Shepherds Park.

Note: Photos from 10 May.

2376 days ago

Which New Zealand regions have the worst speeders?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only … View more
Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only area surveyed to break the 1:1 ratio.

The second highest was Waitemata (0.82), followed by Waikato (0.74). To read more, click here

Image
2376 days ago

Can Auckland, NZ Create More Affordable Housing?

Max from Northcote

Q&A on Auckland's quality jobs for all, economic development and business growth

youtu.be...

2377 days ago

This month's special!

The Team from The Gateau House Albany

Operating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
Sun & Public … View more
Operating since 1996 we at the Gateau House have had one mission and that, quite simply, is to produce the finest cakes and gateaux in New Zealand.

Come in store to find our Cookies & Cream Cheese Log special!

Opening hours:
Mon-Fri | 9:30am - 7pm
Sat | 10am - 10pm
Sun & Public holiday | 11am - 7pm

Call us: (09) 274 7744
Visit us at Unit E, 7 Triton Drive, Rosedale
Grab a treat

Image
2377 days ago

Kaipatiki Winter Fun Programme -

Jill Nerheny from Kaipatiki Community Facilities Trust

Kaipatiki Winter Fun Programme
This week.......Free
Monday 24th SENIOR GAMES Northcote Citizens Centre 10am

Monday 24th Preschool Play Northcote War Memorial Hall 10am

Tuesday 25th Preschool Play St Barnabas Church Hall 10am
View more
Kaipatiki Winter Fun Programme
This week.......Free
Monday 24th SENIOR GAMES Northcote Citizens Centre 10am

Monday 24th Preschool Play Northcote War Memorial Hall 10am

Tuesday 25th Preschool Play St Barnabas Church Hall 10am

Tuesday 25th Preschool Play St Johns Anglican Church Hall 10am

Wednesday 26th Preschool Play Northcote War Memorial Hall 10am

Wednesday 26th Preschool Play Glenfield Presbyterian Church Hall 10am

Thursday 27th Preschool Play Beach Haven Birkdale Hall 10am

Friday 28th BIG Block Play @ Preschool Play 10am
Northcote War Memorial Hall
Enjoy...................

Image
2377 days ago

Local collection events - Amnesty and Buy-back

The Team from New Zealand Police

Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just … View more
Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just that.

We look forward to working with all our communities across Aotearoa as part of this journey.

www.police.govt.nz...

Top