Books, Bagels & Banter
The countdown is on! Join us from Friday 23 May to Sunday 25 May for a weekend full of exciting events for everyone:
• Delicious Bagels: Enjoy fresh bagels served all weekend in the café.
• Second-Hand Books: Discover a stunning selection of high-quality books for all ages and interests.
• Silent Auction: Place your bids on collector’s items in our silent auction.
• Engaging Speakers: Be inspired by talks from Kennedy Warne and Rev Glynn Cardy.
• Children's Reading Room: Story time, colouring competitions and plenty of fun activities for the little ones.
• Proceeds from the event go to the Auckland City Mission and other local community initiatives . 📚❤️
👉 To reserve a place for the Opening night with Keynote speaker Kennedy Warne book at the office or events.humanitix.com...
👉 Hours
Thursday 22 May – Early bird book preview, 5:30–7pm, St Andrew’s Parish Centre, $20 entry
Friday 23 May – Opening Night with Kennedy Warne, from 6pm, St Andrew’s Church,
Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 May – Book Fair Open from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm both days, St Andrew’s Parish Centre
Sunday 25 May – 9:30am Service with guest preacher, Rev Glynn Cardy. Glynn will be signing copies of his latest book, ‘Pinches of Wisdom’ after the service
#BooksBagelsBanter #EpsomEvents #AucklandBookFair #KennedyWarne
Auckland, why are we so excited about a new store? 🚗🛒
I think we’ve all seen the traffic notices and headlines about the new IKEA by now!
So here’s the question: why do we get so excited when a new store opens? Convenience? Curiosity? A reason for a weekend outing? We’d love to hear your thoughts!
Keen for an update? The Post has you covered
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.5% Yes
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46.5% No
Senior Constable Don Allan's ( & Piper's)monthly newsletter
Hi Neighbours,
I've attached the December newsletter for you.
A snippet from Don , there's plenty more about holiday safety in your home - having Xmas available through your windows, check encryption notes when purchaisng on line - use paypal or cr. card rather than debit cards or bank transfers. Keep your receipts for purchases in case of theft.
How to avoid car break-ins and there's lots on information in this newsletter & the stats for Onehunga's crime incidents - e.g. 10 " theft ex car" - please stop leaving valuables in sight, take them with you. !!
Now ...some good news.....
On a whole, reported crime for Onehunga specifically relating to burglary and vehicle crime has trended low each month for the whole of 2025 compared to previous years with some of the lowest months on record for these offence.
Merry Christmas and happy New Year. ( from Don )
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