Onehunga, Auckland

Crash Corner Update

Denise Lee MP

Hi neighbours,

Construction at Crash Corner (Church and Victoria Street intersection, Onehunga) is well underway!

As we gear up for the busy part of Christmas, construction will halt from Monday 9th December (today) and will re-commence on Thursday 26th December.

During this second phase of … View moreHi neighbours,

Construction at Crash Corner (Church and Victoria Street intersection, Onehunga) is well underway!

As we gear up for the busy part of Christmas, construction will halt from Monday 9th December (today) and will re-commence on Thursday 26th December.

During this second phase of construction, the intersection will be fully closed. From the 26th December to the 15th January, detours will be in place but access to properties around the intersection will be maintained.

I hope you are keeping sane during the silly season. Please remember to drive safe on our local roads, particularly as road layouts change.

For any project related questions, please contact site manager Gareth Jones on 027 403 1551 or my office on 0800 DENISEMP.

Hazy weekend for New Zealand.. again

Caroline Williams Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hazy skies caused by the tragic Australian bush fires are set to linger this weekend.
Northwesterly winds have blown a hazy plume of smoke across the Tasman Sea, and while it has mostly affected the South Island in recent weeks, it has moved up the country.
The "robust plume" is expected… View moreHazy skies caused by the tragic Australian bush fires are set to linger this weekend.
Northwesterly winds have blown a hazy plume of smoke across the Tasman Sea, and while it has mostly affected the South Island in recent weeks, it has moved up the country.
The "robust plume" is expected to head to the South Island late on Saturday.
The haze has been causing a yellowish-orange, hue at sunset, making for some sweet sunset photos. Share your photos in the comments!
(Our photo is of the sun setting over the Waitākere Ranges, taken by visual journalist Ricky Wilson.)

High Tea with an Asian twist!

Sachie's Kitchen

Sachie’s Kitchen is launching a brand new High Tea event with an Asian twist.

Your group will enjoy our unique selection of high tea delicacies and brewed teas.

Join in the creative fun as you prepare and assemble some delightful dishes to complete a three-tier high tea platter for you all … View moreSachie’s Kitchen is launching a brand new High Tea event with an Asian twist.

Your group will enjoy our unique selection of high tea delicacies and brewed teas.

Join in the creative fun as you prepare and assemble some delightful dishes to complete a three-tier high tea platter for you all to enjoy!

Perfect for Hen’s Parties, Birthday Parties and Baby Showers!

Duration: 2 hours
Pax: 12 - 60ppl (off-site location available)
Price: $79 pp with tea or $89 pp including a glass of bubbles Find out more

Retro Suitcases for the classroom

Steven from Three Kings

Hi everyone I am after some retro suitcases that I can use for my classroom's reading corner next year. Does anyone have any or know an op shop where I could get them from.
I have attached a photo of what I am after. Colour doesn't matter.
Thanks

Grace Millane murder: Police investigating offensive social media posts about backpacker

Auckland Reporter Reporter from Central Leader

Carols on the Lawn

Diana from Hillsborough

Come and join us on Friday, we'd love to see you. Something for everyone and for all ages.

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Recipe: Five-spiced chicken with charred broccoli and brown rice salad - My Food Bag

My Food Bag Reporter from Central Leader

FIVE-SPICED CHICKEN WITH CHARRED BROCCOLI AND BROWN RICE SALAD Serves 4 Ready in 35 minutes Recipe…

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Backyard Banter: Kiwis need to use their voices

White Ribbon Reporter from Central Leader

Opinion: Reducing violence in our communities is a high priority for the police and for organisation…

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Are you up to speed with the bus disruptions ?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, One third of Auckland's bus services are cancelled today, with no end in sight to the suspension of NZBus drivers. If you want to get up to speed on what's going on. Read the story below :

Fire

Viv from Onehunga

Could the people who are burning things stop!!!! There is a fire ban.
That means you cannot burn stuff in your back yard.

It is true it is very difficult to understand the council website as you cant find out a simple answer but put the fire out. Ring the council to ask if you cant follow the … View moreCould the people who are burning things stop!!!! There is a fire ban.
That means you cannot burn stuff in your back yard.

It is true it is very difficult to understand the council website as you cant find out a simple answer but put the fire out. Ring the council to ask if you cant follow the website.


FENZ's Check It's Alright website could help anyone who was unsure about whether they can light fires in their area.

Those responsible could face a fine of up to $300,000 or a two-year jail sentence.

Celebrate the launch of two new Readers Tours with TV Guide!

The Team from Readers Tours

For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North … View moreFor over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and South Island. These new shorter escapes are the perfect length of time for those adventurous seniors who want a taste of the spectacular excursions and sights our country has to offer.

To celebrate the launch of our brand new tours, our friends at TV Guide and Neighbourly are giving away a year’s subscription for TV Guide to one lucky adventurer!

All you have to do is tell us a New Zealand destination you would love to visit via this link and you'll be in the draw to win!

Entries close 19th December 2019. Go into win

Are you a winner this time?

SIX60 Tour

We’re giving away more of our double passes to the SIX60 Saturdays tour! We’ve drawn another 10 members to go to the regional concerts in Whangarei, Hamilton, New Plymouth, Lower Hutt, and Dunedin.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your … View moreWe’re giving away more of our double passes to the SIX60 Saturdays tour! We’ve drawn another 10 members to go to the regional concerts in Whangarei, Hamilton, New Plymouth, Lower Hutt, and Dunedin.

To be eligible, make sure you are a verified Neighbourly member (need a hand verifying your address? Click here).

We’ll also need to see you being more Neighbourly, whether it’s posting to your neighbourhood, replying to questions or inviting your neighbour to join the site (we’ve put together a few ideas here). See the winners!

Naturist club condemns assault of topless sunbather at Point Chevalier Beach

Melanie Earley Reporter from Central Leader

An Auckland-based naturist club has condemned an attack on a woman who was sunbathing topless at an …

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May you all be Blessed at Christmas and have a wonderful New Year 2020.

Loyola from Caring 4 Smiles Dental Group

Once again, the year has rolled by quickly and we have arrived at the Christmas Season 2019. Let us all pause to be grateful for the gifts of kindness we have received from family and friends, neighbours and strangers. We don't live a fulfilling Life in isolation, and we have people around to… View moreOnce again, the year has rolled by quickly and we have arrived at the Christmas Season 2019. Let us all pause to be grateful for the gifts of kindness we have received from family and friends, neighbours and strangers. We don't live a fulfilling Life in isolation, and we have people around to remind us that we too are kind, giving and caring of those whom we touch in every aspect of Life.
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So, from the entire Team at Caring 4 Smiles Dental Group, Epsom, we thank every one who has walked in to become a close friend at our clinic and wish everyone of you and your family members a Blessed Christmas. Prayers that your New Year 2020 is filled with great Joy and Happiness.