Stanley Point, Auckland

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

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2368 days ago

Poll: Should the St James be restored?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Auckland councillors will today be updated on the fate of the St James Theatre, in a memo that smacks of despair.

Repairs remain at a standstill for this piece of Auckland's heritage. The landmark theatre sits abandoned after an adjacent apartment development, intended to… View more
Hi neighbours,

Auckland councillors will today be updated on the fate of the St James Theatre, in a memo that smacks of despair.

Repairs remain at a standstill for this piece of Auckland's heritage. The landmark theatre sits abandoned after an adjacent apartment development, intended to provide support services for the theatre's restoration, lost funding.

To read more, click here.

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Should the St James be restored?
  • 90.4% Yes
    90.4% Complete
  • 9.6% No
    9.6% Complete
533 votes
2367 days ago

The Consumer’s Guide to Hearing Aids

Triton Hearing

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2368 days ago

Meet the former North Shore woman hoping to be NZ's first female champion sit skier

Brittany Keogh Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi neighbours, in case you missed it, former Milford resident Gemma Fletcher moved to Wanaka to chase her dream of becoming New Zealand's first female sit skier to compete at the Paralympics. The mum of two use a specially-designed ski as she's had a spinal injury since her family was … View moreHi neighbours, in case you missed it, former Milford resident Gemma Fletcher moved to Wanaka to chase her dream of becoming New Zealand's first female sit skier to compete at the Paralympics. The mum of two use a specially-designed ski as she's had a spinal injury since her family was involved in a serious car crash when she was 4. Read her story here or watch the video below (Please type NFP if your comments are not for print)

2368 days ago

Call for entries to 2019 Mayoral Conservation Awards

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Do you know heroes who go above and beyond to protect our environment?

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2368 days ago

Who should own the company that supplies your water ?

Todd Niall Reporter from North Shore Times

Hi Neighbours, the mayoral challenger John Tamihere wants to sell almost half of the council-owned Watercare Services, which supplies urban water, and treats sewage. What do you think of someone else perhaps owning 49 per cent ? Read the story below.

(Type NFP if your comments are not for print)

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2373 days ago

Poll: Would you rather see more bus lanes or more cycle lanes?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

More than half of Aucklanders oppose new cycle lanes if they reduce space for general traffic, on-street parking or berms, an Automobile Association (AA) survey has found.

The survey of 700 AA members showed greater opposition to cycle lanes than to bus priority lanes.

It tested views on both the… View more
More than half of Aucklanders oppose new cycle lanes if they reduce space for general traffic, on-street parking or berms, an Automobile Association (AA) survey has found.

The survey of 700 AA members showed greater opposition to cycle lanes than to bus priority lanes.

It tested views on both the cycle and bus lanes, as well as the way bus lane misuse by motorists was enforced.

To read more click here

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Would you rather see more bus lanes or more cycle lanes?
  • 21.4% Cycle lanes
    21.4% Complete
  • 26.6% Bus lanes
    26.6% Complete
  • 37.5% Neither
    37.5% Complete
  • 14.6% Both
    14.6% Complete
646 votes
2368 days ago

Garage Sale

Ali from Devonport

Garage Sale at 141 Victoria Road, Devonport on Saturday 6th July from 9.30am - clothes, books, household items

Negotiable

2368 days ago

North Shore infrastructure projects deferred by Auckland Council

Brad Flahive Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours, are you aware much-needed infrastructure projects are being delayed for another year?

Auckland Council says it's because of community consultation and logistics, a local board member says the council has run out of money. How is this affecting you?

Please write NFP … View more
Kia ora neighbours, are you aware much-needed infrastructure projects are being delayed for another year?

Auckland Council says it's because of community consultation and logistics, a local board member says the council has run out of money. How is this affecting you?

Please write NFP below your comment if you do not want your comment published.

2369 days ago

Would you like to be buried in a Lego box or a yacht? How about a fire engine?

Josephine Franks Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours, did you know the North Shore is the place to go if you're looking for a custom-made coffin?

Working out of his Wairau Valley workshop, Ross Hall has made caskets themed around everything from Star Trek to pirate ships.

He says what he loves about the job is giving … View more
Kia ora neighbours, did you know the North Shore is the place to go if you're looking for a custom-made coffin?

Working out of his Wairau Valley workshop, Ross Hall has made caskets themed around everything from Star Trek to pirate ships.

He says what he loves about the job is giving families a little bit of joy in a tough time.

Would you consider getting a personalised casket?

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2369 days ago

Have you nominated yet?!?!?!

Women of Influence

Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real … View more
Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... for more information.

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2369 days ago

Auckland's Future In Progress

Communications Team from Auckland Council

Over the month of July, we’ll be talking to a range of residents to find out what they want from future Auckland. They’ll share their aspirations for the city they love and tell us what they want to be left behind in the past.

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2369 days ago

Noddy Pantomine @ Theatreworks Birkenhead 5-13th July

Karen from Hauraki

TheatreWorks is proud to present Enid Blyton's classic, 'Noddy', adapted by David Wood and directed by David Blakey

Noddy and his friends are pitted against the sneering goblins and a greedy witch, in this funny and inventive adaptation.

As in the original works, Noddy learns the … View more
TheatreWorks is proud to present Enid Blyton's classic, 'Noddy', adapted by David Wood and directed by David Blakey

Noddy and his friends are pitted against the sneering goblins and a greedy witch, in this funny and inventive adaptation.

As in the original works, Noddy learns the value of friendship, hard work, and honesty through a series of adventures: building his house in Toytown, driving a car, outwitting his enemies, even surviving a hair-raising experience at Noah’s Ark! Noddy is a mix of adventure, morality tale and pantomime, with plenty for the whole family to enjoy!

All Youth Production, don't miss out!
www.eventfinda.co.nz...

Venue accessibility: our auditorium is wheelchair accessible, but unfortunately our toilets are not.

Production run time: Approximately 90 minutes including a short interval.

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2369 days ago

Aucklanders hit with another petrol tax increase

Neighbourly.co.nz

Petrol taxes and road user charges have increased today, with petrol up 4 cents a litre (GST incl.) and road user charges up 5.5 per cent.

The rises were first announced by Transport Minister, Phil Twyford, in June 2018, with importance put on the need to "fund the infrastructure for our … View more
Petrol taxes and road user charges have increased today, with petrol up 4 cents a litre (GST incl.) and road user charges up 5.5 per cent.

The rises were first announced by Transport Minister, Phil Twyford, in June 2018, with importance put on the need to "fund the infrastructure for our cities and regions to thrive, and save lives".
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