Okura, Auckland

2375 days ago

Where would we be without our wonderful volunteers? 💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Thank you for all that you do...
this month and every month of the year!

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2375 days ago

Auckland motorists oppose cycle lanes if they displace car space

Todd Niall Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi Neighbours, A survey of members of the Automobile Association, has found 51 per cent oppose new cycle lanes if they reduce roadspace for cars, on-street parking or berms. There's a more mixed view about bus lanes. Do the findings in the following story reflect your view ?

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Hi Neighbours, A survey of members of the Automobile Association, has found 51 per cent oppose new cycle lanes if they reduce roadspace for cars, on-street parking or berms. There's a more mixed view about bus lanes. Do the findings in the following story reflect your view ?

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2375 days ago

FREE measles immunisations - THIS SATURDAY!!

Heath Carle from Comprehensive Care

There have been 126 confirmed cases of measles this year.
Protect your whānau with a FREE measles immunisation this Saturday from 9.00 am-3.00 pm at Waitakere Union Health Centre.
This offer is available for people aged 1-49 years who have not had the MMR vaccine.

Date: Saturday 29 June
Time: … View more
There have been 126 confirmed cases of measles this year.
Protect your whānau with a FREE measles immunisation this Saturday from 9.00 am-3.00 pm at Waitakere Union Health Centre.
This offer is available for people aged 1-49 years who have not had the MMR vaccine.

Date: Saturday 29 June
Time: 9.00am - 3.00pm
Venue: Waitakere Union Health Centre, 55-57 Lincoln Rd, Henderson

Registration is preferred but not essential. Register online at whoozin.com....

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2375 days ago

National Party stalwart critical of party survey on Auckland Council

Todd Niall Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi Neighbours, The National Party's survey on views about Auckland Council, has upset the deputy mayor Bill Cashmore - a lifelong party member. Cashmore has called the survey "petty politics" and unbalanced. Do you think he's right ? Read the story below:

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Hi Neighbours, The National Party's survey on views about Auckland Council, has upset the deputy mayor Bill Cashmore - a lifelong party member. Cashmore has called the survey "petty politics" and unbalanced. Do you think he's right ? Read the story below:

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2375 days ago

Do you know how many delicious meals you can cook from buckwheat?

Olga from Albany

For example, buckwheat pancakes ☺️
Ingredients (for 8 pancakes):

🍴1 bag of buckwheat "Uvelka"
🍴1 Courgette (medium)
🍴2 Eggs
🍴3-4 tablespoons flour
🍴1 teaspoon paprika
🍴0,25 teaspoon black pepper
🍴¼ teaspoon salt 🍴Vegetable oil (for … View more
For example, buckwheat pancakes ☺️
Ingredients (for 8 pancakes):

🍴1 bag of buckwheat "Uvelka"
🍴1 Courgette (medium)
🍴2 Eggs
🍴3-4 tablespoons flour
🍴1 teaspoon paprika
🍴0,25 teaspoon black pepper
🍴¼ teaspoon salt 🍴Vegetable oil (for frying)
🍴Sausage or ham- 150-200 g (you can use any other filling)

Instruction:
🥣 Cook the porridge from 1 bag of «Uvelka” following the instraktion on the pack
🥣 Grate the zucchini, chop the buckwheat porridge in a blender, then mix.
🥣 Add raw eggs, salt, spices and flour.
🥣 Knead dough from all ingredients using a spoon. The dough should be smooth like for pancakes.
🥣Cut the sausage or ham.
🥣 In a frying pan, heat the oil and put a tablespoon of the dough. In the middle of each pancake put some sausage (or other stuffing).
🥣 Cover the sausage with another spoon of dough and fry on both sides.

Buckwheat groats “Uvelka”, boil-in-bag, you can buy in Gastronomy Marusya.

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2375 days ago

You are greater than any obstacle

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Everyday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.

That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, … View more
Everyday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.

That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, develop confidence in who they are to make the most of their precious lives and become positive contributors to our communities.

We are proud to be the official charity of New Zealand Rugby.

Together we’re showing Kiwi Kids that what they have inside is greater than any obstacle.
Find out more

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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?
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2376 days ago

FREE measles vaccinations - Saturday 29 June, Waitakere

Heath Carle from Comprehensive Care

There have been 126 confirmed cases of measles this year.
Protect your whānau with a FREE measles immunisation this Saturday from 9.00 am-3.00 pm at Waitakere Union Health Centre.
This offer is available for people aged 1-49 years who have not had the MMR vaccine.

Date: Saturday 29 June
Time: … View more
There have been 126 confirmed cases of measles this year.
Protect your whānau with a FREE measles immunisation this Saturday from 9.00 am-3.00 pm at Waitakere Union Health Centre.
This offer is available for people aged 1-49 years who have not had the MMR vaccine.

Date: Saturday 29 June
Time: 9.00am - 3.00pm
Venue: Waitakere Union Health Centre, 55-57 Lincoln Rd, Henderson

Registration is preferred by not essential. To register, visit whoozin.com...

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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

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2376 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

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2376 days ago

Barker's of Geraldine Gift Box

Arlene Neighbourly Lead from Browns Bay

This stunning gift box from the famous Barker's of Geraldine will be a top hit for your next dinner party at dessert time!
The products included are as follows:
New Zealand Wildberry Sauce
Tropical Mango Sauce
Sliced Almonds
Apricot Chunks
Banana Chips
Sprinkle Me (Shredded Coconut)
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This stunning gift box from the famous Barker's of Geraldine will be a top hit for your next dinner party at dessert time!
The products included are as follows:
New Zealand Wildberry Sauce
Tropical Mango Sauce
Sliced Almonds
Apricot Chunks
Banana Chips
Sprinkle Me (Shredded Coconut)
Icecream Scoop
6 Dessert Bowls
Serviettes
The sauces are gluten free and no preservatives have been added.

Everything you need for fantastic icecream sundaes!

Text or phone me on 027 6287992 if interested!

Price: $25

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2376 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...

2377 days ago

Why can't we have public transport like Sydney? (We can, but...)

Todd Niall Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi Neighbours, Have you been to Sydney and marvelled at their trains and ferries and how cheap they are? And wondered why don't we have that here ? Well we can if we paid as much in subsidies as Sydneysiders do. To read more click on the link below.

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Hi Neighbours, Have you been to Sydney and marvelled at their trains and ferries and how cheap they are? And wondered why don't we have that here ? Well we can if we paid as much in subsidies as Sydneysiders do. To read more click on the link below.

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