Onehunga, Auckland

Young 'vulnerable' worker awarded $14,000 after serious employment breaches

Danielle Clent Reporter from Central Leader

A teenager who went from being an "enthusiastic apprentice" to frustrated at how he was treated by h…

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Coronavirus: Universities may scrap work experience, practical assessments

Brittany Keogh Reporter from Central Leader

Covid 19 relief package

Pramen from Mangere

The Government and the Banking sector have shown sympathy towards the people of NZ with mortgage holiday etc. However let’s see if the utility sector will show some degree of sympathy such as the power company, water, and phone companies

Floral Design Workshops

Dale from Mangere East

Floral Design Workshops: The following Workshops are postponed but await you upon a brighter day. May all of you beloved People remain Blessed with happiness, good health and safety. March 25 - April 8 sessions, 10 AM- 12 PM, Dale Harvey's Quarter Acre Paradise Conservatory, 23 Vine Street, … View moreFloral Design Workshops: The following Workshops are postponed but await you upon a brighter day. May all of you beloved People remain Blessed with happiness, good health and safety. March 25 - April 8 sessions, 10 AM- 12 PM, Dale Harvey's Quarter Acre Paradise Conservatory, 23 Vine Street, Mangere East

Coronavirus: Drive-up virus testing clinics swamped by demand

Hannah Martin Reporter from Central Leader

Demand for coronavirus testing across the country has left queues of cars stretching hundreds of met…

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Giving help safely

Paul from Ellerslie

Lots of people offering to help each other on here. That's awesome. Love to see the community banding together and keeping everyone safe.

Lots of incorrect information doing the rounds too, unfortunately.

With this in mind, I have written some simple sanitary behaviour protocols. They have … View moreLots of people offering to help each other on here. That's awesome. Love to see the community banding together and keeping everyone safe.

Lots of incorrect information doing the rounds too, unfortunately.

With this in mind, I have written some simple sanitary behaviour protocols. They have been beneath the eyes of a senior paramedic, a nurse and an emergency physician - they're sound.

They were written for the volunteer group I'm in but the information is good for anybody. You can access them here:

drive.google.com...

Stay safe, everyone.

Coronavirus: New Zealanders start teddy bear hunt for kids during Covid-19 lockdown

Torika Tokalau Reporter from Central Leader

 Teddy bears are popping up in windows around New Zealand homes as people come up with fun ideas t…

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Kia ora everyone. Stay calm, be kind and don’t panic 😊

Allen from Ellerslie

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Auckland Council to close pools, recreation centres and major venues to reduce risk of COVID-19 transmission

The Team from Auckland Council

Auckland's libraries, pools and recreational centres, as well as the Maritime Museum and Art Gallery, will close for two weeks from today in line with Government recommendations to constrain the spread of COVID-19.

Coronavirus: Auckland landlord wrongly repossesses property while tenants stuck in India

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Central Leader

A group of Auckland landlords wrongly reclaimed a property while their tenants were stuck in India d…

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Be Safe and Stay Healthy

Dovetail Restorations Ltd

Yesterday was definitely one of the wildest days I think anyone of us has experienced. We worked until 10:00 pm last night to have as much items ready and delivered, and we will do so until level 4 is put into place. We recognise how important it is now for you to have your dining set or bed frame … View moreYesterday was definitely one of the wildest days I think anyone of us has experienced. We worked until 10:00 pm last night to have as much items ready and delivered, and we will do so until level 4 is put into place. We recognise how important it is now for you to have your dining set or bed frame or cabinet at this time, as it would not be comfortable without these in daily life. It would be unacceptable for us not to return these to you at this time. We’re grateful for our government for making this call, and in assisting us to make sure our people are paid and looked after. Our team is truly a family, and we assure you, we are doing everything in our power to retain our staff.

Although our workshop will be closed until it is safe to open, FRET NOT—we understand that now that ALL your time will be spent at home, that accidents will happen: chairs will be broken, kids will ‘accidentally’ draw or paint on tables. We will still be making assessments via email. Provide photos of the damage and we will answer you with the best path forward. We are here, and we are together (just not physically)

ALSO get ready to see some of our misadventures at home and get some insight as to how we lead our lives outside of the workshop. Feel free to share your lockdown projects as well! Take care of yourself and your family.

Kia Kaha, Avi & Dovetail xx

What public transport will be available for you?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, If you need public transport to get around, it's likely services will move into weekend mode, due to the tightening Coronavirus restrictions. Will that meet your needs? Read the story below:

Ideas for connecting with your neighbours while self-isolating:

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

- Leave a note in the letterbox with your contact details
- Create a Facebook page for your street / building
- Start a WhatsApp or Viber group chat
- Give a wave from 2m away and ask how they're going
- Find and join a local Neighbourhood Support group here:

www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz...… View more- Leave a note in the letterbox with your contact details
- Create a Facebook page for your street / building
- Start a WhatsApp or Viber group chat
- Give a wave from 2m away and ask how they're going
- Find and join a local Neighbourhood Support group here:

www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz...

There are plenty of ways to keep in touch and support one another over the next several weeks. Just don't forget about those with limited internet or mobile phone access!

Kiwi teacher in China gives tips on how to teach in coronavirus lockdown

Catrin Owen Reporter from Central Leader

A Kiwi teacher living in China who's been e-teaching for eight weeks says hands-on activities are vi…

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Spin Bike to Borrow

Jessica from One Tree Hill

Hi all
Just wondering if anyone out there has a spin bike in good working order that they aren't using at this time that i could borrow due to gyms being closed etc it would really great to keep up the fitness. I am happy to come and collect.
Thanks and take care
Jessica