Takapuna, Auckland

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2328 days ago

Dog Bylaw Changes from 1 November

John Gillon from

Recently The Mayor and Councillors adopted changes to the Dog Management Bylaw and Policy which take effect from 1 November 2019.
While I'm happy for dog owners, I do have concerns with the following two changes:

* Standardisation of Summer/Winter rules across Auckland:
There will now be one… View more
Recently The Mayor and Councillors adopted changes to the Dog Management Bylaw and Policy which take effect from 1 November 2019.
While I'm happy for dog owners, I do have concerns with the following two changes:

* Standardisation of Summer/Winter rules across Auckland:
There will now be one time period applied to most beaches over the Summer period - dogs will now be allowed on beaches after 5pm (the proposal was 7pm and most North Shore beaches are currently 6pm or 6:30pm). The new dates for the Summer period are 1 December until 1 March.
However, not only does this change strip the ability of Local Boards to reflect their community's views on local beach times, but it went against 59% of submitters (and most Local Boards) who wanted to retain local variation in times (only 34% of submitters wanted a regional rule).

* The new default rule for parks is on-leash:
In theory nothing should change, as the default rule only applies to parks NOT listed in the new "schedule 2" list that should include every park that is currently off-leash. However I've found that there are still errors and omissions in the Kaipatiki list, such as the "Bayview Community Centre​ and Creche" being listed as an off-leash area(!), Elliott Reserve referred to as "Kellaway Reserve" (which is in Dannemora), and the roads "Cobblestone Lane" and "Fernwood Grove" being listed as off-leash, instead of the parks "Cobblestone Lane Reserve" and "Fernwood Grove Reserve".
This rule would have been better to leave as it was, with off-leash the default and listing on-leash areas.

To accommodate the above changes to the dog rules, $1 million has been earmarked for new park signs or changes to existing signs.

For more information on the changes to the rules:
* OurAuckland: ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
* Stuff.co.nz: www.stuff.co.nz...
* NZ Herald: www.nzherald.co.nz...

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2328 days ago

Gap Year Mocktail Workshop

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

Thinking about taking a Gap Year to experience life, get a hospo job, travel and think more about what you want to do?
Free Seminar for High School Leavers - On Thursday 22 August 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm and again on Thursday 10 Oct from 5:00 - 6:30 pm

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2338 days ago

Sneak Peek at LeRoy's Bush Waterfall Track Upgrade

John Gillon from

Here's a sneak preview of the upgraded "waterfall track" at Le Roys Bush Reserve that should be ready to open in a couple of weeks.
Recently I was part of a stakeholder group of council staff, contractors and members of the Friends of Le Roys Bush group, looking at progress on the … View more
Here's a sneak preview of the upgraded "waterfall track" at Le Roys Bush Reserve that should be ready to open in a couple of weeks.
Recently I was part of a stakeholder group of council staff, contractors and members of the Friends of Le Roys Bush group, looking at progress on the waterfall track and discussing the proposed next stage of work that will get underway next year, from the waterfall track to the carpark.
Photo Credits: Julie Crabb & John Gillon.

2328 days ago

PROFESSIONAL CAR DETAILING

Diamond cars

PROFESSIONAL CAR DETAILING. Hello everyone, I am Michael. I offer different car grooming services. I have over 10 years work experience. I can get your car ready for selling or just make it look fresh. Jobs I do: Quick car grooming includes: car wash, wheel wash, quick vacuum, tyres polish with … View morePROFESSIONAL CAR DETAILING. Hello everyone, I am Michael. I offer different car grooming services. I have over 10 years work experience. I can get your car ready for selling or just make it look fresh. Jobs I do: Quick car grooming includes: car wash, wheel wash, quick vacuum, tyres polish with silicon. Price from $25 depends on car. Full groom includes: car wash, wheel wash, engine wash, door frames wash, full vacuum interior, plastic panel polish inside the car, engine plastic panel polish, Windows cleaning, tyre polish with silicon. Price from 80$ depends on car. Cut and polish includes: removing small scratches from car body, and full car body polish. Prices around $140 depends on work. Just polish car body. Price from $50. Cut and polish headlights. Price $40. Interior cleaning with shampoo machine includes: seats cleaning, carpet cleaning, car roof lining clean, interior plastic panels cleaning. Price depends on work. Tint removing. Price from $40 depends on car. Also small car repairs. And other. I only use the quality products for my work. I can either take your car to my garage and return the car after work is done or come to your place for work. I guarantee the high quality job, you will be happy with my work. Ph: 0221060589. Email: diamondcars28@hotmail.com

2328 days ago

Queensland fruit fly activities

Biosecurity New Zealand

With the warmer winter and spring approaching, our Queensland fruit fly baiting work will begin again next week.

Our staff will be letting home owners know if they need to enter properties, and if they have been on properties.

Restrictions are still in place on the movement of locally grown … View more
With the warmer winter and spring approaching, our Queensland fruit fly baiting work will begin again next week.

Our staff will be letting home owners know if they need to enter properties, and if they have been on properties.

Restrictions are still in place on the movement of locally grown fruits and vegetables. Check what this means for you at biosecurity.govt.nz/queenslandfruitfly

We know it’s an inconvenience, but the work is vital for our horticultural industries and back yard fruit trees.

Thanks for your support, we cannot do this without you.
Find out more

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2328 days ago

Intelligence Specialist (Case Officer)

New Zealand Intelligence Community

Are you naturally inquisitive and curious? Good at quickly building rapport with people? Looking to transfer your skills to a whole new career?

If you are interested in all walks of life, cultures and environments, then this might be the career you never knew existed!

The … View more
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2329 days ago
2329 days ago

Vote for Get Growing!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

NZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. … View moreNZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply click on the link, register your details once, then vote each day until voting closes on September 4

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2329 days ago

New born free stuff

Mandeep from Glenfield

Hello Neighbours,

Good morning!!
I have some unopened new born baby stuff to give away for people who needed.
Some clothes used for few times in good condition.

Thanks,
Mandeep

Free

2329 days ago

Poll: Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Are we happier owning our own home or renting?

It turns out one answer does not fit all.

Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more

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Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?
  • 90.7% Prefer to own
    90.7% Complete
  • 9.3% Prefer to rent
    9.3% Complete
1953 votes
2329 days ago

Ladies Craft Groups

Katarina Miskovic from Milford Baptist Church

Ladies of all ages get together every Tuesday during school terms at Milford Baptist Church- 3 Dodson Avenue and do crafts and paintings. Come and join them to learn new skills and have fellowship. It is from 10 am to 11:30 am. $3.00 donation per session goes towards a morning tea and the rest to… View moreLadies of all ages get together every Tuesday during school terms at Milford Baptist Church- 3 Dodson Avenue and do crafts and paintings. Come and join them to learn new skills and have fellowship. It is from 10 am to 11:30 am. $3.00 donation per session goes towards a morning tea and the rest to chosen charities at the end of the year.

2329 days ago

Chair and couch

Scott from Milford

Good condition just need to go... Couch purple 2 seater

Free

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