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Hey Auckland! Did you know that you can earn extra income by sharing your car park with the community?
Parkable is the 'Airbnb of Parking', enabling you to turn your spare parking space into income whenever you aren't using it. On average, people pay $5 per day to park in a … View moreHey Auckland! Did you know that you can earn extra income by sharing your car park with the community?
Parkable is the 'Airbnb of Parking', enabling you to turn your spare parking space into income whenever you aren't using it. On average, people pay $5 per day to park in a residential driveway in Auckland, or up to $150 per month.
- List your space on the app in less than five minutes
- Share your park with the community when it suits you
- Automatic payments each month
- Turn off your listing anytime
Transport is, by far, the most pressing issue on the North Shore.
We have spoken and listened to many in the community and there is growing frustration with the lack of planning, funding and "getting things done" with transport.
The solution is more than just getting double decker buses … View moreTransport is, by far, the most pressing issue on the North Shore.
We have spoken and listened to many in the community and there is growing frustration with the lack of planning, funding and "getting things done" with transport.
The solution is more than just getting double decker buses on Onewa Road
More For The Shore is committed to making improvements to transport and this includes solutions for
• Lake Road
• Onewa Road
• Northcote and Bayswater ferry terminals
• Better Park and Ride facilities including providing and upgrading car parking facilities
More information is available on our website at morefortheshore.org.nz...
Vote Danielle Grant and Grant Gillon – More For The Shore and get better transport of the North Shore.
Rangatira Road (from Teal Cres to Taurus Cres), Beach Haven:
The footpath, kerb & channel repairs that are currently underway are scheduled to continue for 2 months (depending on weather).
Standard work hours are 7am-6pm Monday to Saturday. A contraflow traffic management system is in place.
Happy 40th Birthday Highbury House! Thankyou for having us around to help celebrate last weekend! The place is looking fantastic and we're looking forward to the ELC extension
Hi Neighbours!
The October edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter is out now! It's filled with useful information including the details of the new SuperGold Card app and upgraded website.
In this issue we find out about being Cyber Smart and International Day of Older Persons.
We also … View moreHi Neighbours!
The October edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter is out now! It's filled with useful information including the details of the new SuperGold Card app and upgraded website.
In this issue we find out about being Cyber Smart and International Day of Older Persons.
We also talked to the MenzShed about it's significance within communities across the country.
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Hi Neighbours,
An opinion survey has found more than half of those polled want Auckland's port gone, and the sooner the better, but what about jobs ? Do you think there are downsides? Read the story below.
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Hi Neighbours,
The almost final report in the New Zealand First-driven study to shift Auckland's port business to Marsden Point, says the idea is the best option, with cost of port expansion and major infrastructure put at $10b. The government is not yet on board, are you? Read the story … View moreHi Neighbours,
The almost final report in the New Zealand First-driven study to shift Auckland's port business to Marsden Point, says the idea is the best option, with cost of port expansion and major infrastructure put at $10b. The government is not yet on board, are you? Read the story below.
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A Three Day extravaganza like one never seen before! One can only imagine the hard work, perseverance and the drive to present the audience with ‘Excellence’ that we saw - three evenings in a row!
Congratulations to the children, the teachers and the parents of this fine school for their … View moreA Three Day extravaganza like one never seen before! One can only imagine the hard work, perseverance and the drive to present the audience with ‘Excellence’ that we saw - three evenings in a row!
Congratulations to the children, the teachers and the parents of this fine school for their relentless contribution.
I am truly proud to support the Excellent Bayview School!
A mother on board a one-hour Jetstar flight couldn't find a rubbish bin in the plane's toilet to dispose of her son's soiled nappy. Instead, she left the nappy inside a nappy bag "safe" in the toilet's corner.
She said she was humiliated by a flight attendant who … View moreA mother on board a one-hour Jetstar flight couldn't find a rubbish bin in the plane's toilet to dispose of her son's soiled nappy. Instead, she left the nappy inside a nappy bag "safe" in the toilet's corner.
She said she was humiliated by a flight attendant who exclaimed loudly that she couldn't leave it there because it was "very stinky", and demanded she retrieve the nappy to stow at her feet.
Have you experienced a similar issue while traveling with your baby? Do you have an in-flight horror story?
A woman who lost her unborn baby in a car crash is calling for harsher penalties after the other dri…
Hi neighbours, it's been claimed the High Court review into the council's revitalisation project at Anzac Ave car park is a political move that only hurts ratepayers - how do you feel about it?
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Have you been affected? Foodstuffs Own Brands is recalling all batches and all dates of its Pams brand Dark Chocolate Buttons due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).
Package size and description: The product is sold in 400g plastic packets.
Distribution: Sold nationwide in … View moreHave you been affected? Foodstuffs Own Brands is recalling all batches and all dates of its Pams brand Dark Chocolate Buttons due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).
Package size and description: The product is sold in 400g plastic packets.
Distribution: Sold nationwide in Pak'n Save, New World, Four Square, Gilmours, and Trents.
Click here for consumer advice.
Book to come & see me in Paua Clinic, Ellerslie. I only need 5 more clients to finish my degree!
This is a great opportunity for people to experience affordable naturopathic treatment in a professional, confidential and relaxed environment.
For an appointment email: … View moreBook to come & see me in Paua Clinic, Ellerslie. I only need 5 more clients to finish my degree!
This is a great opportunity for people to experience affordable naturopathic treatment in a professional, confidential and relaxed environment.
For an appointment email: Sarah.Mason@spcnmstudent.ac.nz
Have you been watching the game with your neighbours? Maybe you have invited the guy next door to come along and watch at the pub or you've organised a family BBQ on game day? You could win a $50 voucher - so game-day chips and dips are on us!
Simply enter the #neighbourlysupporters draw … View moreHave you been watching the game with your neighbours? Maybe you have invited the guy next door to come along and watch at the pub or you've organised a family BBQ on game day? You could win a $50 voucher - so game-day chips and dips are on us!
Simply enter the #neighbourlysupporters draw before the weekend.
Thanks to everyone who has entered so far! We love seeing what you have been up to in your neighbourhoods.
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