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2426 days ago

Homelessness from the inside...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

When you’re homeless, sleeping under the New Zealand flag might just be a final defense. That’s what Six reckons.

Six doesn’t live on the streets any more but she hasn’t forgotten how if feels to fall. To find yourself without a roof, no corner of the world to call your own. She wanted … View more
When you’re homeless, sleeping under the New Zealand flag might just be a final defense. That’s what Six reckons.

Six doesn’t live on the streets any more but she hasn’t forgotten how if feels to fall. To find yourself without a roof, no corner of the world to call your own. She wanted to make sure other people understood what it’s like so she started a community paper about homelessness from the inside.

In The K’Rd Chronicles, we take to the streets of inner city Auckland and meet the people from Six’s world. Join Stuff over the next 8 weeks, as winter sets in, to learn about their struggle to change their lives … and to stay alive.

2426 days ago

The health benefits of green spaces

Communications Team from Auckland Council

In the first part of a three-part series for OurAuckland, Elly Strang looks at the many benefits green spaces bring to the health of our people and our city.

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2426 days ago

Auckland Coastguard honoured at NZ Search & Rescue Awards

Coastguard Auckland

Volunteers with Auckland Coastguard have been recognised at this year’s New Zealand Search and Rescue Awards held at Parliament this week.

Congratulations to Jo Norgrove who received a Certificate of Achievement for her services to Coastguard and Search and Rescue.

Auckland Coastguard was … View more
Volunteers with Auckland Coastguard have been recognised at this year’s New Zealand Search and Rescue Awards held at Parliament this week.

Congratulations to Jo Norgrove who received a Certificate of Achievement for her services to Coastguard and Search and Rescue.

Auckland Coastguard was awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Operational Activity for their involvement in the rescue of a badly injured yachtsman near Waiheke Island in March last year.

Coastguard Auckland volunteers Chris Griggs and Lynne Jacobsen received the award on behalf of the rest of the unit at the awards ceremony held in Wellington.

Griggs says it was an honour to accept the award on behalf of the unit.

“This rescue was a real team effort,” says Griggs. “We had no idea of the severity of the man’s injuries at first but once on scene we worked hard to bring the situation under control and provide as much comfort and pain relief as possible.”

On the night of the rescue, the Coastguard Auckland unit responded to the yachtsman ’s distress call who was badly burned after being engulfed in flames on board his vessel. Coastguard Auckland unit vessels, ASB Rescue and Li on Foundation Rescue, were tasked to locate and assist the casualty and then to transfer the yachtsman to the nearest land point where an ambulance and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter were waiting.

Griggs boarded the yacht to find the man sitting in the shower under the running water in an attempt to ease the discomfort from his burns. “The fire had caused significant burns to his arms, h ands and lower body. He had done the right thing by sitting under the cold water but in doing so had started to go hypothermic and was in immense pain,” says Griggs.

Once on board Lion Foundation Rescue, the man was carefully transferred to emergency services waiting onshore.

The judges said the Coastguard volunteers used their skills in a “highly stressful situation” where time was of the essence. By preventing further injury to the victim , the volunteers improved his chances of survival and recovery.

Auckland Coastguard relies on donations and sponsorship to deliver on our mission of "Saving lives at sea." If you can support us in any way, please get in touch with Owen Harrison on 09 303 9366 or owen@auckland-coastguard.org.nz


Pictured from L to R: Jo Norgrove, Chris Griggs and Lynne Jacobsen

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2426 days ago

A quick and easy project for the weekend

The Team from Resene ColorShop Mairangi Bay

If you’re someone who often looks at abstract art and thinks to yourself “I could do that,” this project will be right up your alley. Use a new frame or recycle an old one. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick … View moreIf you’re someone who often looks at abstract art and thinks to yourself “I could do that,” this project will be right up your alley. Use a new frame or recycle an old one. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2427 days ago

Scoot Safe Auckland!

Lime

Hello Auckland neighbours! To ensure a safe and enjoyable for our riders and the community Lime has launched our SCOOT SAFE campaign across Auckland. Here are some tips to help make sharing the roads and footpaths safe for all. Find out more

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2427 days ago

Dentist.

Jason from Browns Bay

Any Scottsman out there that can recommend a local dentist.
Cheers

2428 days ago

Varicose veins? Best treated in winter

The Vein Centre

Painful or just ugly varicose veins are a long - lasting problem.

The treatment is usually associated with a short-term compression therapy, which is the best tolerated during a winter time. Why don't have them assessed and treated now so your legs look and feel better next summer?

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Painful or just ugly varicose veins are a long - lasting problem.

The treatment is usually associated with a short-term compression therapy, which is the best tolerated during a winter time. Why don't have them assessed and treated now so your legs look and feel better next summer?

No GP referral is necessary.

Check out our website www.theveincentre.co.nz
Email: info@theveincentre.co.nz
Phone (09) 4445858
Find out more

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2428 days ago

Exploring Auckland's green spaces

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Are you ready to think, feel and breathe green this month? 🍃 Find out more about the wellbeing benefits of our green spaces.

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2428 days ago

Visite a real specialist?

Bachmann Orthodontics

Zebras are members of the Equidae family of the genus Equus.
You may be able to ride on it but can you win a race.
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Visit a specialist orthodontist or a dentist with a special interest in orthodontics, and it's the same similarity.
All orthodontists were once dentists, but not all … View more
Zebras are members of the Equidae family of the genus Equus.
You may be able to ride on it but can you win a race.
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Visit a specialist orthodontist or a dentist with a special interest in orthodontics, and it's the same similarity.
All orthodontists were once dentists, but not all dentists are orthodontists. It takes an additional 3 years of specialist study and 5,000 hours of practical training to become a specialist orthodontist. It is not a weekend certification.
See the difference...
Your smile is a big deal. Check you're seeing a specialist orthodontist:
What can we do to make you smile?
Call Candice and make an appointment today. 09 448 1129 and have a look at our website: www.bachmannorthodontics.co.nz...
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2428 days ago

Supporting Our Young People – May 1st to 31st 👥

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

‘The children are our future.’ It’s a well-loved cliché around the world because it’s absolutely true. The hopes and dreams we have for our communities are only as strong as the children and young people who continue to believe in them long after we’re gone.

This month is all about … View more
‘The children are our future.’ It’s a well-loved cliché around the world because it’s absolutely true. The hopes and dreams we have for our communities are only as strong as the children and young people who continue to believe in them long after we’re gone.

This month is all about supporting our young people, to encourage and empower them to not only be the change-makers and community builders of tomorrow but also the best versions of themselves. To listen to their perspective and remember that it’s not just about what we can teach them, but what lessons they can teach us. After all, the recipe for creating healthy, happy children includes a lot of the same ingredients for building safer, more resilient and connected communities.

Want to share your thoughts?

Let us know how you’re supporting young people in your communities this month by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZsupportingouryoungpeople

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2428 days ago

Kitchen renovations, wardrobes, laundry and other cabinetry

Chris from Albany

Hi everyone, I am based in Albany and cover the North Shore offering FREE onsite measure and quotes for kitchens, either new or renovations, as well as wardrobe, laundry, vanities and garage cabinetry if anyone would like a free quotation please contact me on 022 645 9121 or chris@kitchenpro.co.nzView moreHi everyone, I am based in Albany and cover the North Shore offering FREE onsite measure and quotes for kitchens, either new or renovations, as well as wardrobe, laundry, vanities and garage cabinetry if anyone would like a free quotation please contact me on 022 645 9121 or chris@kitchenpro.co.nz and I'll arrange a time to pop in and provide a quote. I supply all cabinetry, either standard or custom sizes.

www.kitchenpro.co.nz...

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