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Does anyone else wonder about the number and frequency of power outages in this area? I counted between 10 and 12 last year (including two all day outages due to maintenance). And they have started again this year. Yesterday I called in an outage at 11:00 am and the automated message from Vector … View moreDoes anyone else wonder about the number and frequency of power outages in this area? I counted between 10 and 12 last year (including two all day outages due to maintenance). And they have started again this year. Yesterday I called in an outage at 11:00 am and the automated message from Vector never changed all day. Even by 9:00pm they were unable to say when power would be restored. It seems a few gusts of wind, a rain dump or some lightening can cause an outage. It’s gotten so that I regularly check the weather and prepare buckets of water just in case. It seems like a very fragile system.
Hi Neighbours, While we might confront Auckland's transport and housing woes daily, a far bigger challenge looms for our city politicians.
The clock is ticking on climate change. Are you ready to dig a bit deeper so Auckland can do its bit ? Read the story below.
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The clock is ticking on climate change. Are you ready to dig a bit deeper so Auckland can do its bit ? Read the story below.
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A family is mourning the loss of their beloved pet sheep after it was mauled by a dog so badly it ha…
Hi Neighbours, if you fancy some free tripping around, mark Sunday June 23 in your calendar. Auckland Transport is making that day fare-free to mark 100 million trips being taken inside a year. Will you ride ?
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Teachers - are you eager to develop digital skills and fluency? Curious about the new Digital Technologies learning areas | Hangarau Matihiko tupuranga of the curriculum? Hungry to experience a Mind Lab activity? Don’t just watch from the sidelines – join us at a free workshop!
Our Digital … View moreTeachers - are you eager to develop digital skills and fluency? Curious about the new Digital Technologies learning areas | Hangarau Matihiko tupuranga of the curriculum? Hungry to experience a Mind Lab activity? Don’t just watch from the sidelines – join us at a free workshop!
Our Digital Technologies Workshop offers engaging, supportive and insightful introductions into The Mind Lab and the new Digital Technologies curriculum content.
You’ll meet a community of like-minded educators, speak with our friendly facilitators, learn about our Postgraduate Certificate in Digital and Collaborative Learning, and leave inspired to explore new ideas and ways of teaching.
Please bring a smartphone, tablet or laptop.
When?
12th June 2019, 4pm - 6pm
Where?
Bayview Primary School, 60 Bayview Rd, Bayview, Auckland 0629
One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View moreOne of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and smoked cheese and chilli nachos.
So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
The New Zealand Girls Choir and Voices on The Avenue are so excited to be performing on the 30th of June at 10:30am at Albany Junior High's Performing Arts Centre for our Mid Year showcase.
Come see them light up the stage!
Tickets:
Adults $25, Children $10
Payable on the door, on … View moreThe New Zealand Girls Choir and Voices on The Avenue are so excited to be performing on the 30th of June at 10:30am at Albany Junior High's Performing Arts Centre for our Mid Year showcase.
Come see them light up the stage!
Tickets:
Adults $25, Children $10
Payable on the door, on the day.
For more information:
admin@nzgirlschoir.co.nz
Hi neighbours, at its worst, the wild weather affected 9000 customer, Vector said, This included in Dairy Flat, Kumeu and Titirangi areas.
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More than $1 million has been spent by Auckland's 21 local boards on catering in the past five years…
The Wentworth College Trust Board is pleased to offer a number of Entrance Scholarships for students wishing to enrol at Wentworth College in 2020. Scholarships are for fee assistance ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 as a discount off the annual tuition fees, with the possibility of a 50% scholarship … View moreThe Wentworth College Trust Board is pleased to offer a number of Entrance Scholarships for students wishing to enrol at Wentworth College in 2020. Scholarships are for fee assistance ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 as a discount off the annual tuition fees, with the possibility of a 50% scholarship for one particularly outstanding applicant.
Scholarships are awarded based on a mix of academic, cultural, sporting and community endeavours.
Scholarships examinations take place on Wednesday, 26th June.
Registrations Close Friday, 21st June.
All parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential … View moreAll parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential mental health issues in later life.
Since 2008 we’ve seen a 60% surge in sporting injuries among under 14s. This is twice that of any other age group.
We’ve talked with the experts to discover how to maintain Kiwi kids’ sporting balance, and how you can help them reach their potential:
One myth about kids sport every parent should know https://acc.nz/2QxTIro
Five ways to help your kids find sporting balance: https://acc.nz/2XitMT5
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